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Introduction:

Buying a solar system for your home has become easier and cheaper than ever because of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, where eligible households can get up to ₹78,000 subsidy directly from the Central Government. Naturally, thousands of companies have started offering rooftop solar installation but not all are reliable, experienced, or even legally approved.

In the past year, many homeowners across India have complained about:

• Incorrect solar installations
  
  
• Fake “subsidy promises”
  
  
• Non-empanelled companies taking money and disappearing
  
  
• Systems failing during net-metering inspection
  
  
• Poor after-sales service
  
  

This is why choosing the right solar company matters more than choosing the panel brand. A good company ensures your system gets approved, installed safely, works for 25 years, and passes all DISCOM inspections.

This guide will help you choose the right solar partner with full confidence under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, and avoid every mistake homeowners commonly make.

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First Understand the PM Surya Ghar Yojana (In Simple Words)

The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is a central government initiative that gives homeowners a direct subsidy of up to ₹78,000 when they install a rooftop solar system.

What you get under this scheme

• Up to ₹78,000 subsidy (credited directly to your bank account)
  
  
• Free solar power generation for 25+ years
  
  
• Up to 300 units of free electricity per month
  
  
• Reduced electricity bills & long-term savings
  
  
• Support for net-metering activation
  
  

Eligibility

• You must own the house/roof
  
  
• Must install solar through an MNRE-approved/empanelled company
  
  
• Must apply through the official portal: pmsuryaghar.gov.in
  
  

Choosing the wrong company can lead to delayed subsidy, rejected applications, or failed installations so picking the right installer is absolutely crucial.

The 7 Things You MUST Check Before Choosing a Solar Company

Here is the most important section of this guide consider this your homeowner’s checklist.

1.MNRE & DISCOM Empanelment (Non-negotiable)

Your solar company must be empanelled with your state’s DISCOM and must follow MNRE’s guidelines.

Why this matters:

• Only empanelled companies are allowed to install systems under this scheme
  
  
• Only their installations qualify for subsidy release
  
  
• Non-approved vendors may install cheap systems that fail inspection
  
  
• DISCOM may reject your system (no net-metering + no subsidy)
  
  

How to verify:

1. Visit pmsuryaghar.gov.in → Vendor List
   
   
2. Check whether the company has the required empanelment
   
   

If a company is not listed never go ahead, even if they offer lower pricing.

2. Proven Installation Experience (Very Important)

Solar is not just buying panels, it is an engineering installation. A good company must have:

• 100+ successful rooftop installations
  
  
• Strong technical team
  
  
• In-house engineers (not only freelancers)
  
  
• Photos/videos of real installations
  
  
• Happy customer reviews
  
  

Ask for:

• Recent installations in your area
  
  
• Customer references
  
  
• Before/after pictures
  
  

A company with experience will ensure your system is perfectly installed and passes net-metering checks.

3. Quality of Solar Panels & Inverters (Real Performance Difference)

Solar performance depends 60% on panel quality and 40% on inverter quality. So check these clearly:

For Solar Panels

• Tier-1 brands (Waaree, Adani, RenewSys, Vikram, etc.)
  
  
• BIS-certified
  
  
• 25-year performance warranty
  
  
• 10-year product warranty
  
  

Cheap or unbranded panels lose efficiency quickly, especially in Indian heat.

For Inverters

Inverters must be from reputable brands such as:

• Luminous
  
  
• Growatt
  
  
• Enphase
  
  
• Sungrow
  
  

Check for:

• 5–10 year warranty
  
  
• High efficiency rating
  
  
• Remote monitoring

4. Transparent Pricing & No Hidden Charges

A professional solar company will give a detailed break-up:

• Panel cost
  
  
• Inverter cost
  
  
• Structure cost
  
  
• Wiring & earthing
  
  
• Installation labour
  
  
• Net-metering charges
  
  
• GST
  
  

Avoid companies that quote only one price without specifications. Avoid those who say:

“Sir, pay subsidy amount to us, we will adjust later.”

This is the biggest solar scam. Subsidy always comes to your bank account, not the company.

5. Warranty, AMC, and Service Response Time

A solar system is a 25-year investment, so service quality is crucial.

Check if the company provides:

• 5-year on-site service warranty
  
  
• Replacement support
  
  
• Free system monitoring
  
  
• Quick complaint resolution
  
  
• Affordable AMC plans
  
  

The company should be reachable even after installation.

6. Net-Metering & Documentation Support

Most homeowners struggle with paperwork. Your solar company should handle:

• Subsidy portal registration
  
  
• DISCOM application
  
  
• Net-metering approval
  
  
• Inspection scheduling
  
  
• Upload of required documents (photos, test reports, etc.)
  
  

A professional company will ensure your process is smooth and stress-free.

7. Ground-Level Installation Quality (Often Ignored)

Even the best solar panel will give bad performance if installation is poor.

Ask the company:

• What material do you use for mounting structure?
  
  
• Do you use G.I or aluminium?
  
  
• What cable thickness do you use?
  
  
• How is earthing done?
  
  
• How do you prevent roof leakage?
  
  

A cheap company may save ₹5,000 but cost you lakhs later.

8 Questions You MUST Ask Any Solar Company Before Paying Advance

Here is your ready-to-use checklist:

1. Are you MNRE/DISCOM approved?
   
   
2. What brands of panels and inverters do you offer?
   
   
3. Will you process the subsidy and net-metering?
   
   
4. What is the final price including GST?
   
   
5. What is the warranty on both products and installation?
   
   
6. Will you provide a detailed quotation with specifications?
   
   
7. How many installations have you completed in my area?
   
   
8. How long will it take to complete installation and approvals?
   
   

If a company struggles to answer these walk away.

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Red Flags: Signs of a Fraud or Low-Quality Solar Company

Avoid companies that:

• Ask you to pay subsidy amount in advance
  
  
• Cannot show empanelment certificate
  
  
• Quote abnormally low prices
  
  
• Do not provide GST bill
  
  
• Use generic, unbranded panels
  
  
• Push for instant booking
  
  
• Do not have local service support
  
  
• Only use freelancers, no in-house team
  
  

A genuine company will never pressure you for immediate payments.

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Why Choosing the Right Solar Company Matters for Subsidy

Your subsidy can get delayed or rejected if:

• Panels don’t meet MNRE standards
  
  
• Wrong installation photos are uploaded
  
  
• Wiring or earthing is improper
  
  
• Net-metering fails inspection
  
  
• The company is not empanelled
  
  

Choosing the right installer eliminates all these risks and ensures your subsidy is credited smoothly.

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Why Ghar Ghar Solar Is a Trusted Choice Under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana

MNRE-Approved & DISCOM-Registered

We fulfil all government norms required for subsidy processing.

Certified Technicians & 1000+ Installations

Our engineering-driven approach ensures safety, performance, and long-term reliability.

Only Premium Tier-1 Solar Panels

We use high-efficiency panels with 25-year warranties.

End-to-End Support

From rooftop survey → paperwork → installation → net-metering → subsidy release.

Transparent Pricing

No hidden charges. No subsidy scams. Clear, honest pricing with GST invoice.

Strong After-Sales Service

Dedicated customer support + remote monitoring + 5-year service warranty.

Biggest Highlight

Our biggest selling point is the ₹78,000 subsidy and we ensure you get it smoothly.

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Final Thoughts: Choose Wisely, Because Solar Is a 25-Year Investment

The PM Surya Ghar Yojana is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Indian homeowners to reduce electricity bills and generate clean energy.

But the success of your solar investment depends entirely on choosing the right, approved, trustworthy solar company.

• Take your time.
• Ask the right questions.
• Verify empanelment.
• Choose quality over “cheap” pricing.

And if you want a reliable partner who takes care of the entire process, Ghar Ghar Solar is always ready to help.