- Andhra Pradesh removes application fees and net metering charges for rooftop solar systems up to 10 kW under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
- Signing the net metering agreement is still required to protect the rights of both consumers and electricity companies.
- The fee waiver is aimed at encouraging more domestic users to adopt rooftop solar energy, helping them save on electricity bills and promote clean energy.
Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana in Andhra Pradesh has made a big move by removing application fees and net metering charges for rooftop solar systems up to 10 kW. This step makes it easier for more households to install solar rooftop systems, bringing clean energy within reach at a lower cost. Let’s look at the benefits and how you can apply under this scheme.
Benefits of Removing Charges for Rooftop Solar Projects
Removing fees lowers the upfront costs for households planning to install rooftop solar projects. This makes solar power more affordable and attractive. Domestic users can now save more on their solar investments since there are no hidden application or net metering fees. The policy supports the growth of sustainable energy and helps the state reach its renewable energy targets faster.
Main Features of the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
This scheme is started specifically to boost solar rooftop installations in homes across Andhra Pradesh. Here are the main points:
Who Can Apply
Homeowners installing solar rooftop systems up to 10 kW contracted load can get fee waivers.
Fee Waivers
No application or net metering fees will be charged from eligible users, cutting down initial costs a lot.
Net Metering Rules
Even though fees are removed, signing a net metering agreement is still needed for all installations to protect everyone’s rights.
How to Apply for Rooftop Solar Systems up to 10 kW
If you’re a homeowner in Andhra Pradesh wanting to install a rooftop solar system up to 10 kW, here’s what you need to do under the scheme:
- Reach out to your local electricity distribution company (APEPDCL, APSPDCL, or APCPDCL) to show your interest in installing a solar rooftop system.
- Fill out the application form given by the company. Since fees are waived, you won’t have to pay any application or net metering charges.
- Submit all required papers, including proof of residence, a copy of your electricity bill, and technical details of your solar system.
- Work with the electricity company for inspection and installation approvals.
- Sign the required net metering agreement so your meter can track the energy you export to the grid.
Following these steps makes sure your installation and grid connection go smoothly under the scheme.
Net Metering Agreement: Why It’s Required
While fees for net metering are removed, signing the net metering agreement is still required. This agreement legally defines your relationship with the electricity provider. It protects your right to send extra solar power back to the grid and get credit on your electricity bills.
“Signing the net-metering agreement cannot be avoided, keeping in view the rights of both parties,” says the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC).
Having this agreement helps keep clarity and smooth operation of solar rooftops connected to the grid, benefiting everyone involved.
If you want to know more or want to start your rooftop solar journey, visit the official Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) website: https://aperc.gov.in