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Gujarat Solar Subsidy 2026: SC/ST Benefits & Solar Panel Price

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☀️ GUJARAT SOLAR NEWS 2026

Gujarat Solar Subsidy 2026: સોલાર પેનલ હવે વધુ સસ્તી, SC/ST માટે ખાસ લાભ!

PM Surya Ghar Yojana – New State Subsidy, 1kW & 2kW Solar Prices, SC/ST Benefits, Eligibility, Documents and Online Application.

🏠 3 Lakh+ Families 💰 ₹1,000 Crore 📅 21 Oct 2026
🔥 Latest Government Announcement

ગુજરાત સરકાર દ્વારા સૂર્ય ઘર યોજના હેઠળ વધારાની સબસિડીની જાહેરાત. સામાન્ય વર્ગે benchmark costના માત્ર 10% અને પાત્ર SC/ST પરિવારે માત્ર 5% ચૂકવવાના રહેશે, જે સત્તાવાર અમલની શરતોને આધીન છે.

Gujarat Solar Subsidy 2026: The Gujarat government has announced additional financial assistance to make residential rooftop solar systems more affordable. The announcement followed a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on 21 October 2026.

Under the announced initiative, the state proposes to spend approximately ₹1,000 crore to support rooftop solar installations, with more than 3 lakh families expected to benefit.

આ નિર્ણયથી ગુજરાતના સામાન્ય, મધ્યમ અને આર્થિક રીતે નબળા પરિવારોને સોલાર સિસ્ટમ લગાવવાના પ્રારંભિક ખર્ચમાં રાહત મળવાની અપેક્ષા છે.

⚡ Gujarat Solar Subsidy 2026 – Overview

🏠
3 Lakh+
Expected Families
💰
₹1,000 Cr
Proposed State Outlay
👨‍👩‍👧
10%
General Contribution
🌟
5%
SC/ST Contribution

💸 1kW & 2kW Solar Panel Price After Subsidy

નવી જાહેરાત મુજબ પાત્ર પરિવારો માટે Solar Systemની benchmark contribution નીચે મુજબ દર્શાવવામાં આવી છે.

☀️ 1 kW Solar System
GENERAL CATEGORY
₹5,400
 
SC/ST CATEGORY
₹2,700
☀️ 2 kW Solar System
GENERAL CATEGORY
₹10,720
 
SC/ST CATEGORY
₹5,360

📊 Solar Subsidy Comparison Table

System General SC/ST
1 kW ₹5,400 ₹2,700
2 kW ₹10,720 ₹5,360
Important: These are announced benchmark contribution amounts, not guaranteed final installation prices. Final costs depend on applicable government rules, approved system specifications and vendor quotations.

🎯 SC/ST Solar Subsidy Gujarat 2026

Special Benefit for SC/ST Families

Eligible SC/ST households are proposed to pay only 5% of the applicable benchmark system cost for covered rooftop solar installations.

પાત્ર SC/ST પરિવારો માટે 1kW Solar System ₹2,700 અને 2kW Solar System ₹5,360 benchmark contributionની જાહેરાત કરવામાં આવી છે.

The detailed state notification will determine final eligibility, category certificate requirements, effective dates and the process for receiving additional financial assistance.

✅ Eligibility for Gujarat Solar Subsidy

✔ Eligible residential electricity consumers in Gujarat.

✔ Suitable rooftop area for solar installation.

✔ Compliance with electricity DISCOM requirements.

✔ Category certificate for applicable SC/ST benefits.

✔ Fulfilment of final government implementation conditions.

📁 Documents Required for Solar Subsidy

🪪 Aadhaar / Identity Proof
⚡ Latest Electricity Bill
📱 Registered Mobile Number
🏦 Bank Account Details
🏠 Roof Ownership / Permission
📄 SC/ST Certificate, if applicable

Additional documents may be required according to the official scheme guidelines.

🌐 How to Apply Online for PM Surya Ghar Yojana?

STEP 1: Visit the official PM Surya Ghar portal.
STEP 2: Register for the rooftop solar scheme.
STEP 3: Select Gujarat and your DISCOM.
STEP 4: Enter consumer and contact details.
STEP 5: Follow approval and vendor selection instructions.
STEP 6: Complete installation, inspection and subsidy formalities.

☀️ PM Surya Ghar Official Portal

Apply Online / Visit Official Website ↗

ગુજરાતની નવી રાજ્ય સહાય માટે સત્તાવાર સૂચના તપાસવી.

⚡ UGVCL, DGVCL, MGVCL & PGVCL Consumers

Eligible residential electricity consumers of UGVCL, DGVCL, MGVCL and PGVCL should select their correct distribution company while applying. Technical approval, meter installation and billing arrangements are subject to applicable DISCOM procedures.

Net Metering & Exported Solar Units

Exported electricity is adjusted or compensated according to applicable Gujarat electricity regulations and tariff orders. The export rate may differ from the retail electricity tariff.

🌱 Benefits of Installing Rooftop Solar

💡 Lower Electricity Bills

Potential savings on grid electricity purchases.

🏠 Home Solar Energy

Generate electricity using rooftop solar panels.

💰 Financial Assistance

Reduced upfront investment for eligible applicants.

🌍 Renewable Energy

Support cleaner electricity generation.

❓ Gujarat Solar Subsidy 2026 – FAQ

1. What is Gujarat Solar Subsidy 2026?

It is the additional rooftop solar assistance announced by the Gujarat government on 21 October 2026 under the PM Surya Ghar initiative.

2. SC/ST પરિવારને 1kW Solar કેટલામાં મળશે?

The announced benchmark contribution is ₹2,700 for eligible SC/ST households, subject to the final rules.

3. What is the 2kW solar system contribution?

The announced amount is ₹10,720 for general-category families and ₹5,360 for eligible SC/ST households.

4. Can UGVCL consumers apply?

Eligible UGVCL consumers can use the applicable rooftop solar application process. Additional state subsidy eligibility must be confirmed separately.

5. નવી Solar Subsidy તરત મળશે?

The announcement does not establish immediate availability for all applicants. The effective date and disbursement process depend on official instructions.

The Gujarat Solar Subsidy 2026 announcement could make residential rooftop solar more affordable for eligible households. The proposed state assistance aims to benefit more than 3 lakh families, with additional support for SC/ST applicants.

સોલાર લગાવતાં પહેલાં પોતાની પાત્રતા, સરકારી પરિપત્ર, વીજ કંપનીની પ્રક્રિયા અને vendor quotation જરૂર તપાસો.

⚠️ Disclaimer

AiToolCluster.com is an independent informational website and not an official government portal. The subsidy figures above are based on the public announcement dated 21 October 2026. Final eligibility, payment requirements and implementation dates are subject to official government notifications.

Manju Bajag
Senior Writer

Founder and editor of AiToolCluster, publishing research-based guides on Gujarat education, government schemes, study materials and digital learning.

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