Solar Panel Installation Process in UP — Step by Step (2025)
From enquiry to ₹1,08,000 subsidy in your bank — the complete 10-step journey. Typically 45–60 days end-to-end.
Calculate Your Requirements
Use SolarBijli's solar calculator to determine your system size based on monthly electricity bill. For a ₹2,500/month bill, you need approximately 2.5–3 kW. For ₹3,500/month, approximately 3.5–4 kW.
💡 Expert Tip: Most UP homes with bills of ₹1,500–₹4,000/month get 3kW systems — perfect to maximise the ₹1,08,000 subsidy.
Register on PM Surya Ghar Portal
Visit pmsuryaghar.gov.in and register using your mobile number and PVVNL/UPPCL consumer number. This is mandatory to claim the government subsidy.
💡 Expert Tip: Our partners help you complete portal registration during the site survey — you don't need to navigate this alone.
Free Site Survey by MNRE Engineer
An MNRE-certified engineer visits your home to assess: roof area and orientation, shading analysis, roof structural integrity, electrical load and current connection, best panel placement for maximum generation.
💡 Expert Tip: South-facing rooftop at 15–30° tilt gives best results in UP. Even east-west or flat roofs work well with proper mounting.
Vendor Registration & Loan Application
The installer registers as your chosen vendor on the PM Surya Ghar national portal. If you're taking a bank loan, apply through jansamarth.in. The bank disburses funds directly to the installer.
💡 Expert Tip: SBI, Canara Bank, PNB, Union Bank all offer 7% loans with no collateral up to ₹2L. Apply on JanSamarth.in.
Solar Panel Installation
Installation typically takes 2–3 working days depending on system size. The certified team installs: mounting structure (GI/aluminium), solar panels (MNRE-approved ALMM listed), grid-tied inverter, AC/DC cables & conduits, safety equipment (MCB, isolators, earthing).
💡 Expert Tip: All equipment must be ALMM (Approved List of Models and Manufacturers) listed by MNRE — our partners only use approved brands.
System Testing & Documentation
After installation, the engineer tests the complete system: panel output testing, inverter commissioning, safety equipment verification, performance monitoring setup, and documentation for portal submission.
💡 Expert Tip: A well-functioning 3kW system in UP should generate 420–500 units/month in peak summer. Our partners provide performance monitoring.
PVVNL Net Meter Installation
After installation, the installer files a net metering application with PVVNL/UPPCL. DISCOM conducts an inspection and replaces your old meter with a bidirectional smart meter. This is the most time-sensitive step.
💡 Expert Tip: Our partners have established relationships with PVVNL officers across all 12 West UP cities to expedite this process.
Subsidies to Your Bank (₹1,08,000 total)
After the commissioning certificate is uploaded on the PM Surya Ghar portal, MNRE reviews and approves. The Central Financial Assistance (CFA) of ₹78,000 is transferred directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT.
💡 Expert Tip: Use the ₹1,08,000 total subsidy to make a part-prepayment on your bank loan immediately — this reduces your EMI significantly.
UPNEDA State Subsidy (₹30,000)
The UP State Government (UPNEDA) releases an additional ₹30,000 subsidy automatically after the central CFA is credited. No separate application is needed. UPNEDA processes this based on the central subsidy data.
💡 Expert Tip: Keep your bank account documents handy. If you don't receive UPNEDA subsidy within 60 days of CFA, contact UPNEDA at upneda.org.in.
Start Saving & Earning from Solar
Your solar system is operational. Your PVVNL bill now shows both imports (from grid) and exports (to grid). Monthly savings typically range from ₹1,500 to ₹3,500 depending on your consumption and system size.
💡 Expert Tip: A 3kW system generates ~420 units/month in UP. If you use 300 units, you export 120 units — those are credited at ₹7.5/unit.
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Ready to Start Your Solar Journey?
Book a free site survey today. Our MNRE-certified engineers across 12 West UP districts will assess your roof and design the perfect system.