PMSGMBY: 10 Lakh Solar Installations by 2025, 1 Crore by 2027

The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY), the world’s largest domestic rooftop solar scheme, is rapidly transforming India’s solar energy landscape. Launched in February 2024, the scheme has already achieved impressive milestones, with 6.3 lakh installations in just 9 months—averaging 70,000 per month, a sharp increase from the 7,000 per month prior to its launch. By March 2025, installations are projected to exceed 10 lakh, and the scheme aims for one crore installations by March 2027.

Key Achievements and Progress

Record Installation Growth

10 Lakh Target: The scheme is on track to surpass 10 lakh installations by March 2025, with rapid expansion to 40 lakh by March 2026.

State-Wise Success: States like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Kerala, and Uttar Pradesh are leading in installations, driven by strong infrastructure and collaborations.

Addressing Initial Challenges

Technical Barriers: Auto-load enhancements and waiving of Technical Feasibility Reports (TFR) for systems up to 10kW have expedited progress.

Vendor and Financing Support: Over 9,000 vendors have been activated, and affordable financing options are available through the Jan Samarth Portal.

Efficient Infrastructure and Consumer Process Streamlining

IT System Strengthening

Integration of 90 DISCOMs and banks has been key to scaling operations. Additionally, 40,000 personnel have been trained, with an additional 2 lakh technicians to be trained within the next 8 months.

Simplified Consumer Process

Consumers can now apply for solar installations in just 5 minutes through the PMSuryaghar Portal, which includes features like GIS to plan system capacity and loan application.

Subsidy Disbursement Success

Over ₹3,100 crore has been disbursed to four lakh consumers, with an average of 67,000 households receiving subsidies monthly. The entire process, from application to subsidy release, now takes just 15 days.

Future Outlook: Sustainable Growth and Global Benchmark

The PMSGMBY is not just achieving its ambitious targets but also setting a global benchmark for sustainable energy deployment. With its streamlined processes, large-scale infrastructure, and growing consumer base, the scheme is poised to deliver significant socio-economic and environmental benefits, marking India as a leader in renewable energy integration.

Summary of the news

Why in News Key Points
Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY) India’s largest rooftop solar scheme targeting 10 lakh installations by March 2025 and 1 crore by 2027.
Current Installations 6.3 lakh installations achieved in the first 9 months.
Targeted Growth 10 lakh by March 2025, 40 lakh by March 2026, 1 crore by March 2027.
States Leading the Scheme Gujarat, Maharashtra, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh
Key Infrastructure Over 9,000 vendors activated, 40,000 personnel trained.
Subsidy Disbursement Over ₹3,100 crore disbursed to 4 lakh consumers by November 2024.
Key Consumer Process Simplified application process, 5-minute online application.
Portal Features GIS to plan rooftop solar system, loan application at 7% interest rate.
Implementation Support Auto-load enhancement, Technical Feasibility Report (TFR) waiver for systems up to 10kW.
Training and Capacity Building 2 lakh additional technicians to be trained in 8 months, 50,000 DISCOM engineers to inspect solar systems.
Subsidy Processing Time Subsidy processed within 15 days, enhancing consumer satisfaction.
Insurance Coverage Includes accidental death and disability cover for members.
Premium for PMSBY Scheme ₹20 per annum per member for accidental cover.
Eligibility for PMSBY Bank account holders aged 18-70 years, consent for auto-debit.
Piyush Shukla

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