Grid Connected Rooftop Scheme (Phase-II) - Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency
About this scheme
The scheme “Grid Connected Rooftop Scheme (Phase-II)” is implemented by the Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency (UREDA) under Department of Energy, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote the installation of rooftop solar systems among domestic households, group housing societies, and residential welfare associations in Uttarakhand, enabling consumers to reduce their electricity bills, earn income by feeding surplus power into the grid.
Benefits
- By installing a rooftop solar plant, households can significantly reduce their electricity bills by utilizing the power generated by the system. Any surplus electricity can be fed into the grid, allowing consumers to earn additional income.
- For individual domestic consumers, the Government of India provides a subsidy of ₹17,662/- per kW for solar plants up to 3 kW capacity and ₹8,831/- per kW for plants up to 10 kW, directly credited to the consumer’s account. Additionally, the Uttarakhand State Government offers a subsidy of ₹17,000/- per kW for installations up to 3 kW.
- For group housing societies and residential welfare associations, the Government of India provides a subsidy of ₹8,831/- per kW for rooftop solar plants up to 10 kW capacity.
Who is Eligible
- All domestic consumers, group housing societies, and residential welfare associations in Uttarakhand are eligible for the scheme.
How to Apply
Offline
After registering on the MNRE portal www.solarrooftop.gov.in, the consumer can submit an online application, for which the NOC is also issued online by UPCL. The solar plant can then be installed through any UPCL-registered vendor. After installation, UPCL connects the plant to the grid by installing a net meter, and all related records are uploaded on the portal. Finally, the consumer provides their bank account details on the portal, through which the grant amount is directly released.
Documents Required
- Identity Proof
- Proof of Ownership/Occupancy of Premises
- Electricity Connection Details
- No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Bank Account Details
- Other supporting documents as required
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply for the scheme?
All domestic consumers, group housing societies, and residential welfare associations in Uttarakhand are eligible.
- What is the subsidy provided by the Government of India?
- ₹17,662/- per kW for solar plants up to 3 kW.
- ₹8,831/- per kW for solar plants from 3 kW up to 10 kW.
- Does the State Government provide any subsidy?
Yes, the Uttarakhand State Government provides a subsidy of ₹17,000/- per kW for solar plants up to 3 kW.
- Is there a subsidy for group housing societies and residential welfare associations?
Yes, the Government of India provides ₹8,831/- per kW for rooftop solar plants up to 10 kW for such groups.
- How can I apply for the scheme?
Consumers can apply online by registering on the MNRE portal: www.solarrooftop.gov.in.
- Is any NOC required for installation?
Yes, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) is issued online by UPCL after the online application is submitted.
- How is the rooftop solar plant connected to the grid?
After installation, UPCL connects the plant to the grid by installing a Net Meter.
- How is the subsidy/grant released to the consumer?
The consumer uploads their bank account details on the MNRE portal, and the grant amount is directly transferred to their account.
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