PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana Subsidy up to ₹78,000 under PM Surya Ghar Yojana — Free Site Survey This Week
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about rooftop solar, government subsidies, net-metering, and AES 25-year support.

How much subsidy do I get under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana? +

Under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, residential consumers receive direct bank transfer (DBT) subsidies: ₹30,000 for 1 kW, ₹60,000 for 2 kW, and a maximum of ₹78,000 for 3 kW and higher systems. AES Energy handles the complete registration and subsidy liaisoning on the national portal for you.

How much roof area is required for a 3 kW or 5 kW solar system? +

As a rule of thumb, you need roughly 80–100 sq.ft of shadow-free rooftop area per 1 kW capacity. A standard 3 kW system requires about 250–300 sq.ft, while a 5 kW plant requires about 450–500 sq.ft.

How does Net-Metering work with my local DISCOM electricity bill? +

A bi-directional net meter installed by your power distribution company (DISCOM) records both energy imported from the grid and excess solar units exported. At month-end, you only pay for the net units consumed. If you generate more than you consume, surplus credits roll over to subsequent billing months.

What is the lifespan and warranty coverage of AES solar panels and inverters? +

All AES solar installations feature Tier-1 Mono PERC / TOPCon modules with a 25-Year Linear Power Performance Warranty and a 12-Year Product Warranty. Inverters carry 5 to 10-year replacement warranties, and AES Energy provides 5 full years of free workmanship and generation maintenance.

Does solar power work during monsoon or cloudy days? +

Yes! Solar photovoltaic panels produce electricity from ambient daylight (diffused radiation), not direct heat. On rainy or heavily overcast days, generation is typically 25% to 40% of peak sunny output. The grid seamlessly supplies any additional power required without interruption.

How does the AES Refer & Earn program work? +

Registered AES Energy customers receive a unique referral code on the AES One Dashboard. When your friends, relatives, or neighbors install a solar plant using your code or link, you earn an instant reward of ₹500 to ₹1,500 credited directly to your AES Reward Wallet, which can be withdrawn to your bank account anytime.

How long does the complete solar installation process take? +

From initial site survey and engineering design to rooftop structure installation and DISCOM net-meter commissioning, the typical turnkey timeline is 10 to 18 business days.

Can I monitor my solar plant generation on my phone? +

Yes! Every AES Energy plant is equipped with Wi-Fi / 4G smart data loggers. You can monitor live generation, daily kWh units, monthly savings, and CO₂ offset in real-time right inside your AES One Customer Dashboard.

Still have a question?

Our solar engineers are happy to explain system sizing, savings, and subsidies for your home.