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Solar guides
Practical, India-specific guides to take you from curious to powered up — sizing, subsidies, net metering, and upkeep.
Rooftop solar, start to finish
From assessing your roof and bill to choosing a vendor and going live — the full journey.
- Check shadow-free roof area (~80–100 sq ft per kW)
- Size the system to your monthly units
- Get 2–3 quotes from registered vendors
- Apply for subsidy + net metering
Claiming the PM Surya Ghar subsidy
Eligibility, the exact subsidy slabs, and a step-by-step application walkthrough.
- ₹78,000 cap for 3 kW+
- Apply on the national portal
- Use a DISCOM-registered vendor
- Subsidy credited after inspection
Understanding net metering
How exporting surplus power works, how you're billed, and what to watch for.
- Export credits on your bill
- Rules vary by DISCOM/state
- Apply after installation
- Meter inspection required
Maintenance & troubleshooting
Keep your system producing at its best with simple, low-effort upkeep.
- Clean panels periodically
- Annual wiring + inverter check
- Monitor production for dips
- Know your warranty terms