Chief Minister’s Solar Rooftop Capital Incentive Scheme

Details

Chief Minister’s Solar Rooftop Capital Incentive Scheme is a capital subsidy scheme by the Tamil Nadu Government. In this scheme, a capital subsidy of ₹ 20,000 per kilowatt is provided for grid-connected domestic solar PV systems in addition to the 30% subsidy scheme* of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) of the Government of India. For individual homes/flats, the solar system capacity shall be 1 kW. For the residential flats solar system capacities of 5 kW, 10 kW, and multiples thereof can be applied for common usage as a group application.

(* limited to 30% of MNRE benchmark cost or 30% of the project cost, whichever is less)

Benefits

1. A capital subsidy of ₹ 20,000 per kilowatt for grid-connected domestic solar PV systems in addition to the 30% subsidy scheme* of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) of the Government of India. For individual homes/flats, the solar system capacity shall be 1 kW. For the residential flats solar system capacities of 5 kW, 10 kW, and multiples thereof can be applied for common usage as a group application. (* limited to 30% of MNRE benchmark cost or 30% of the project cost, whichever is less)
2. You may opt for any capacity out of 1, 2, 5 & 10 kWp, but the subsidy will be limited to 1kWp per house / flat.
3. A grid-connected photovoltaic power system will reduce the power bill due to the import and export of power through net metering provision. Illustration: someone imports (consumes) 1,000 kWh from the grid and exports 600 kWh to the grid in a billing cycle. The energy bill will be for 400 kWh (1000 kWh – 600 kWh) accounted by Netmeter.
4. Grid-connected PV systems do not require batteries. Batteries are costly require periodic maintenance and also lead to the wastage of 15 – 20 % of energy in storage and retrieval.
5. Grid-connected PV systems are much easier to operate and maintain.
6. Segregation of load is not required.

Eligibility

Eligibility for Consumer

The scheme is open to applicants from individual homes/flats and residential flats, having an electricity connection.

Eligibility for Vendor / Installer

Qualified Solar Installers empanelled by the Tamil Nadu Energy Development Agency through a tendering system under this scheme (www.teda.in/pdf/CIS_INSTALLERS.pdf)

Application Process

Online

Step 1: Visit the official website of TEDA and click on the “Solar Rooftop” tab.

Step 2: Click on the “Apply Online” button to access the online application form.

Step 3: Fill in the required details in the online application form such as personal information, contact details, and project details.

Step 4: Upload the required documents such as proof of possession, proof of identity, site plan, building layout plan, and other documents.

Step 5: Review the application form and documents before submitting them.

Step 6: Click on the “Submit” button to submit the application form and documents to TEDA.

Post Application Steps

Step 1: After submission, the application will be processed by TEDA and a response will be sent to the registered email address.

Step 2: If the application is approved, TEDA will provide the capital subsidy to the bank account specified in the application.

Step 3: The applicant can then proceed with the installation of the solar rooftop system as per the specifications provided in the application.

Step 4: After the installation is completed, the applicant can claim the subsidy by submitting the completion certificate and other documents to TEDA.

Step 5: TEDA will verify the installation and release the subsidy to the applicant’s bank account.

Documents Required

1. Duly filled out online application form.
2. Proof of possession of premises such as ownership document or lease agreement.
3. Proof of Identity (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, or Passport)
4. Proof of address such as electricity bill, telephone bill, or ration card.
5. Site plan and building layout plan indicating the location of the solar rooftop system.
6. Structural stability certificate from a structural engineer.
7. NOC from the electricity distribution company.
8. Details of the solar rooftop system such as technical specifications, warranty, and performance guarantee.
9. Proof of payment for the solar rooftop system.
10. Bank account details for the transfer of the capital subsidy.
11. Any other document as required by TEDA.