Solar Plant: Apply for subsidy like this, the tension of the bill will end for 25 years in the cost of the bike
The government gives subsidy up to 40 percent of the total cost for setting up the plant. According to an estimate, the cost of setting up the plant per kilowatt comes to 42 thousand rupees and the plant works for 25 years with proper care.
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With the increasing heat, the tension of electricity bill is also increasing. Due to the increasing cost of AC coolers, they are losing sweat even in their cold air. However, this heat can also remove the tension of your electricity bill. Actually sunlight is a very effective way of making electricity. If we remove the initial cost in this, then it is almost free. in recent times solar plant The cost has come down significantly. At the same time, the subsidy of the government has also affected a lot. The situation is that now you can be free from the tension of electricity bill for 25 years with just one bike. Today we are telling you where you can apply for subsidy and how much will it cost you.
how much will it cost
For the needs of a common household, a system of 2 to 3 kW is sufficient. With the help of such a system, you can be self-sufficient about electricity. According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, according to the benchmark cost of MNRE, the total cost of 3 kW on the basis of Rs 42 thousand per kilowatt is 1.26 lakh. In which GST is applicable. That is, the price remains within 1.5 lakh rupees. At the same time, if the government gives a subsidy of 40 percent on this, then the cost is 75 thousand rupees (in addition to GST). On the other hand, for a system of 2 kW, the cost without subsidy is Rs 86 thousand (in addition to GST) and with subsidy, the cost is Rs 52 thousand (in addition to GST). That is, the cost of a 2 to 3 kW solar plant with subsidy remains close to the price of a common bike. However, according to the ministry, this plant saves you at least 22 thousand rupees annually (for 2 kW).
How to apply for subsidy
- Either you have to register yourself on https://solarrooftop.gov.in/ to get 40 percent subsidy for the system.
- Or you have to download Sandes app. After this, you have to choose your state, electricity distribution company. Then the requested information has to be filled.
- After that login with consumer number and mobile number.
- After login, click on Apply for Rooftop Solar. After this the distribution company will give its report on your application. After which further action will be taken for installation.
- After the installation of the plant, you will have to get a certificate from the discom. Subsidy will be credited to your account as soon as you submit the certificate
