Subsidies and paperwork
We handle the subsidy paperwork with you
The central PM Surya Ghar subsidy and the Tamil Nadu state subsidy are both available for homes whose project is completed by 31 March 2027, the last day. Here is how the subsidies work, what we need from you, and where applications usually get stuck.
Central
PM Surya Ghar
For home rooftop systems with DCR panels. The project must be completed by 31 March 2027.
| System | Subsidy |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₹30,000 |
| 2 kW | ₹60,000 |
| 3 kW and above | ₹78,000 |
₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW, then ₹18,000 for the third kW, with a maximum of ₹78,000. It is paid to your bank account after commissioning and inspection.
State
Tamil Nadu state subsidy
An additional subsidy on top of the central one, for homes registered on the PM Surya Ghar portal from 5 August 2026. The project must be completed by 31 March 2027.
| System | State | Central + state |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₹5,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 2 kW | ₹10,000 | ₹70,000 |
| 3 kW and above | ₹22,000 | ₹1,00,000 |
The state subsidy covers home systems up to 10 kW. It is paid after the central subsidy is credited, and only for homes registered on the portal from 5 August 2026. For sizes in between, such as 2.5 kW, we confirm the state amount in your quotation.
Government rules and amounts can change. These are the current published rates for home systems, and the amounts shown are estimates until your subsidy is approved.
What we need
Keep these ready
- Your latest EB bill
- Aadhaar card, and the mobile number linked to it, for OTP
- Bank passbook or a cancelled cheque
- A recent photo of the roof, if you can send one on WhatsApp
After your quotation, our team collects these and applies on the portal with Evolve's team. You see your subsidy approval on paper along with your final quotation.
One rule decides most delays
Your name must match across the EB service record, your Aadhaar and your bank account. A mismatch delays the subsidy and can get the application rejected.
Aadhaar and bank names almost always match each other. The mismatch is usually in the EB record.
Check your EB service number before we apply.
Where it gets stuck
Three common problems, and the fix
A spelling or initial is wrong
A small mistake in the EB record can be corrected. It is usually sorted within a day or two.
The service is in a late relative's name
Some EB services are still in the name of a grandfather who passed away long ago. A name change is needed before we apply, and we guide you through it.
Sanctioned load is too low
Many homes are sanctioned for 1 kW or less but need 3 kW or 5 kW. The load must be enhanced first. We explain it at the site visit and help you apply.
We raise all three at the site visit itself, so you know what needs fixing before you commit to anything.
Subsidy questions
Good to know
Is the subsidy for businesses too?
The PM Surya Ghar subsidy is for home rooftop systems. Businesses are not covered by it. We tell you what applies to your business at the site visit.
When do I receive the subsidy?
The central subsidy is paid to your bank account after the system is commissioned and inspected. The state subsidy follows once the central one is credited. The portal indicates 7 to 15 days after that, subject to verification, but this is not a fixed date.
Does the state subsidy apply to me?
It applies to homes registered on the PM Surya Ghar portal from 5 August 2026. If you registered earlier, we check with you what applies. Either way, the project must be completed by 31 March 2027.
What if I choose not to take the subsidy?
You can. Non-DCR panels then become an option, which can lower the cost, and we help you compare both routes. See solar for homes.
Do I pay anything to the portal?
We apply for you. We tell you any fee before it is paid, and the TANGEDCO net meter is shown in your quotation at actual cost.
Complete your project by 31 March 2027
A site visit tells us your size, your EB details and what to fix. It is free.
