Power Ministry Orders Unified Digital Process for Rooftop Solar
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Power Ministry Orders Unified Digital Process for Rooftop Solar

The Ministry of Power has directed all States and Union Territories to streamline the approval process for rooftop solar systems by eliminating separate net-metering agreements and removing associated fees such as application, registration, and testing charges. The directive applies to installations under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGY), a flagship initiative aimed at expanding rooftop solar adoption among households across India.
Citing Sub-rule 10 of Rule 4 of the Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020, the Ministry emphasised that any agreement between consumers and distribution licensees should be integrated within the online application form rather than issued as a standalone document. States have been instructed to implement a fully digital process that allows consumers to complete all formalities through the PMSGY portal itself, thereby reducing physical interactions with local distribution companies.
The move seeks to address one of the major deterrents to residential solar adoption—complex and time-consuming paperwork. By simplifying procedures, the government expects a faster rollout of rooftop solar systems and improved participation from urban and rural households alike.
Several states, including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Jharkhand, Haryana, and Puducherry, already employ digital net-metering processes that comply with this directive. So far, 17 states and Union Territories have waived related charges, reflecting growing alignment with the national policy.
The PM Surya Ghar scheme aims to equip 10 million households with rooftop solar installations, targeting a cumulative capacity of 30 GW by 2027. Nearly 2 million systems have already been commissioned, enabling households to significantly reduce or even eliminate electricity bills—while some earn credits by supplying surplus power back to the grid. 

The Ministry of Power has directed all States and Union Territories to streamline the approval process for rooftop solar systems by eliminating separate net-metering agreements and removing associated fees such as application, registration, and testing charges. The directive applies to installations under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGY), a flagship initiative aimed at expanding rooftop solar adoption among households across India.Citing Sub-rule 10 of Rule 4 of the Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020, the Ministry emphasised that any agreement between consumers and distribution licensees should be integrated within the online application form rather than issued as a standalone document. States have been instructed to implement a fully digital process that allows consumers to complete all formalities through the PMSGY portal itself, thereby reducing physical interactions with local distribution companies.The move seeks to address one of the major deterrents to residential solar adoption—complex and time-consuming paperwork. By simplifying procedures, the government expects a faster rollout of rooftop solar systems and improved participation from urban and rural households alike.Several states, including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Jharkhand, Haryana, and Puducherry, already employ digital net-metering processes that comply with this directive. So far, 17 states and Union Territories have waived related charges, reflecting growing alignment with the national policy.The PM Surya Ghar scheme aims to equip 10 million households with rooftop solar installations, targeting a cumulative capacity of 30 GW by 2027. Nearly 2 million systems have already been commissioned, enabling households to significantly reduce or even eliminate electricity bills—while some earn credits by supplying surplus power back to the grid. 

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