The central PM Surya Ghar subsidy is the same everywhere in India (up to Rs 78,000 for 3 kW), but several states add their own top-up. Based on what I could verify as of October 2026, the states with a state top-up are Delhi (up to Rs 78,000 more), Bihar (up to Rs 20,000), West Bengal (Rs 5,000 to Rs 15,000, plus Rs 15,000 for SC/ST households), Uttar Pradesh (up to Rs 30,000 under its 2022 policy), Gujarat (a new scheme announced in October 2026) and Maharashtra (SMART scheme for low-income households).
Quick comparison table
| State | State top-up (verified) | Who gets it | Source type and date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Rs 26,000 per kW, up to 3 kW, maximum Rs 78,000; officially quoted as up to Rs 1.56 lakh combined with the central subsidy | Residential consumers; group housing societies get Rs 11,000 per kW for common facilities | Delhi solar portal (page dated 23 Oct 2026); ANI report, 21 Sep 2026 |
| Bihar | Rs 10,000 per kW, capped at Rs 20,000 per consumer; combined up to Rs 98,000 for 3 kW | Residential consumers; first 5 lakh beneficiaries | Bihar Cabinet decision, reported by Energetica India and BioEnergy Times, Aug 2026 |
| West Bengal | Rs 5,000 for 1 kW, Rs 10,000 for 2 kW, Rs 15,000 for 3 kW; extra Rs 15,000 for SC/ST households | Domestic consumers under PM Surya Ghar | State launch in July 2026, reported by Energetica India and Construction World |
| Uttar Pradesh | Rs 15,000 per kW, capped at Rs 30,000 per consumer | Residential grid-connected rooftop systems | UP Solar Energy Policy 2022; confirm current status with UPNEDA |
| Gujarat | New state subsidy (reported for systems up to about 2 kW; exact capacity ceiling to be confirmed); household pays about 10% (5% for SC/ST) of benchmark cost | Residential consumers under PM Surya Ghar; effective date not stated in reports I read, so confirm in the official order | Gujarat Cabinet decision, reported by Energetica India and TMV, Oct 2026 |
| Maharashtra | Rs 17,500 for BPL and Rs 15,000 for SC/ST EWS households on a 1 kW system | Low-consumption (below 100 units), BPL and SC/ST EWS households | SMART scheme; MERC approval reported 20 Aug 2026 |
I left out Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Assam, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Haryana, Punjab and Uttarakhand from the table. I could find top-up claims for some of them on installer websites, but none that I could confirm on a government or news report I trust. Some of those states may still have a scheme; please check their nodal agency or DISCOM directly. Uttarakhand, for example, appears in a news article as having a state energy policy with homeowner subsidies, but the article did not give a notification status, so I have not included its numbers.
The central subsidy everyone gets
| System | Central subsidy |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | Rs 30,000 |
| 2 kW | Rs 60,000 |
| 3 kW and above | Rs 78,000 |
Add your state top-up to these numbers to get your total. Always confirm that the state scheme can be combined with the central one on the portal at the time you apply.
Delhi
The Delhi government’s solar portal currently states a state subsidy of Rs 26,000 per kW for residential plants up to 3 kW, with a maximum of Rs 78,000. The state subsidy is calculated as the lower of the bid cost minus the central subsidy, or Rs 26,000 times capacity. Plants above 3 kW up to 10 kW get no additional state subsidy. This is a big change from the Rs 10,000 per kW (maximum Rs 30,000) that was announced in 2025, so older articles are out of date. Our separate Delhi guide has the details.
Bihar
In August 2026 the Bihar Cabinet approved an extra Rs 10,000 per kW, capped at Rs 20,000 per household, paid by direct benefit transfer for residential consumers installing under PM Surya Ghar. A 1 kW system therefore gets only Rs 10,000 extra, while 2 kW or more gets Rs 20,000. The state estimated the cost at about Rs 1,000 crore and a limit of five lakh beneficiaries on a first-come, first-served basis, as reported. The reported duration is one year.
West Bengal
West Bengal formally launched PM Surya Ghar in July 2026 and announced Rs 5,000, Rs 10,000 and Rs 15,000 on top of the central amounts for 1 kW, 2 kW and 3 kW. SC/ST households get a further Rs 15,000. Read our West Bengal guide for the WBSEDCL and CESC process.
Uttar Pradesh
The Uttar Pradesh Solar Energy Policy 2022 provides Rs 15,000 per kW of state assistance for grid-connected home rooftop systems, up to Rs 30,000 per consumer, in addition to the central subsidy. Applications and net metering go through UPNEDA and the five DISCOMs. Because that policy was framed for five years, check with UPNEDA that the top-up is still being paid for new applications. Our UP guide goes deeper.
Gujarat
Gujarat leads the country in PM Surya Ghar installations, with 5.94 lakh systems by March 2026. Around 21 October 2026, trade and news reports said the state cabinet approved an additional Rs 1,000 crore for residential rooftop solar. As reported, the state pays what is left after the central subsidy and the household’s contribution, which is capped at 10% of the benchmark cost (5% for SC/ST), for small systems (reports cite up to 2 kW; one cites 2.18 kWp, so confirm the ceiling in the official order). Households cannot add more rooftop solar capacity for three years, and the subsidy is paid by DBT through the state DISCOMs, with GUVNL as nodal agency.
This was announced only days before this article. The two reports I read quote different benchmark figures, so wait for the official notification from GEDA or your DISCOM before you plan your budget around exact amounts.
Maharashtra
Maharashtra has the SMART scheme (Swayampurna Maharashtra Residential Rooftop), aimed at poorer households, not all homes. On a 1 kW system, BPL households pay about Rs 2,500, the state gives Rs 17,500 and the Centre Rs 30,000. SC/ST economically weaker households pay Rs 5,000 and the state gives Rs 15,000. MERC approved a plan to cover 2,11,206 households in August 2026 (reported 20 August), with implementation to be completed by 31 March 2027. If you are a regular household, you get the central subsidy but I found no confirmed general state top-up.
How to pick the right option
- Check your DISCOM and state on the PM Surya Ghar portal.
- Search your state nodal agency site for ‘rooftop solar subsidy order’ or ‘state subsidy’, and read the date on it.
- Ask your vendor to show the state subsidy order in writing, not just a verbal promise.
- Check cap limits such as first-come-first-served quotas. Bihar and UP both have beneficiary limits.
Frequently confused points
- A state top-up is paid in addition to the central subsidy, not instead of it.
- Some state schemes stop when the budget is used. Apply early.
- Installer websites often list state amounts that are outdated. Use official pages for decisions.
Conclusion
The central subsidy is the same in all states, but the final price you pay can differ by tens of thousands of rupees depending on where you live. Delhi, Bihar, West Bengal, UP, Gujarat and Maharashtra have verified state support as of October 2026, and other states may follow. Check the state order, not a blog, before you book an installer.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which state gives the highest solar subsidy?
Among states I could verify as of October 2026, Delhi gives the most, with up to Rs 78,000 of state subsidy on top of the Rs 78,000 central subsidy. Check the Delhi portal for current rules.
Is the central solar subsidy the same in every state?
Yes. PM Surya Ghar pays Rs 30,000 per kW up to 2 kW and Rs 18,000 for the third kW, capped at Rs 78,000.
Does Bihar give an extra solar subsidy?
Yes. The Bihar Cabinet approved Rs 10,000 per kW, up to Rs 20,000 per consumer, in August 2026 for residential rooftop solar.
Can I get both central and state subsidy?
Yes, where a state scheme exists, it is paid in addition to the central subsidy under PM Surya Ghar.
Why are some states missing from your list?
I only listed states where I could verify the top-up in an official or reliable news source. Others may have schemes, so ask your state nodal agency.
