Single stop for your rooftop solar research
Thorough research is fundamental to making a well-informed decision about rooftop solar installations, considering financial implications, regulatory requirements, environmental impact, and technological advancements in the rapidly evolving solar energy landscape.
This site is dedicated to helping you assess what it takes to install solar — from understanding the basics, to buying the right system, to finding a trusted installer in your city.
Research solar
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How solar works?
Using sunlight to create DC power from silicon wafers, solar energy is the cheapest form of energy source available! Learn how on-grid, off-grid, and hybrid systems differ, and how net metering billing actually works.
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Cost of solar
Solar panel prices have reduced significantly in the last 5 years. A 1 kWp system typically costs ₹65,000–85,000 before subsidy, and government subsidies of up to ₹78,000–1,08,000 are available depending on your state.
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Benefits of Solar
Solar plants on your rooftop can reduce your electricity bills by upto 90%. They also increase your property's value in the market!
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Plan your purchase
Once you understand the basics, our step-by-step buying guide walks you through assessing suitability, comparing installer quotes, choosing the right vendor, avoiding common mistakes, and picking the correct mounting structure for your roof.
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Is solar right for you?
Assess system sizing, panel type, and whether you need battery backup before you start requesting quotes.
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Avoid common pitfalls
From complicated quotations to skipping DISCOM empanelment checks — know what to watch for before you sign.
Find rooftop solar near you
VaySolar covers rooftop solar installation across Delhi NCR, with guidance specific to each city's electricity provider and subsidy structure — the two things that vary most from one address to the next.
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Delhi
Covers BRPL, BYPL, TPDDL, and NDMC areas. Combined central + Delhi state subsidy up to ₹1,08,000 on 3 kW+ systems, with 22 locality-specific guides.
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Gurugram (Gurgaon)
Served by DHBVN. Central PM Surya Ghar subsidy only, up to ₹78,000 on 3 kW+ systems — Haryana currently has no state top-up.
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Faridabad
Also served by DHBVN, alongside Gurugram. Central PM Surya Ghar subsidy only, up to ₹78,000 on 3 kW+ systems.
Frequently asked questions
What is PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana?
PM Surya Ghar is the Indian central government's rooftop solar subsidy scheme, providing ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW and ₹18,000 per kW for the third kW, capped at ₹78,000 for residential systems of 3 kW and above. Some states add a further top-up subsidy on top of this — see Cost of Rooftop Solar for the full breakdown.
How much does rooftop solar cost in India?
A 1 kWp system typically costs ₹65,000–₹85,000 before subsidy, with per-kW cost decreasing for larger systems. A common 3 kW residential system runs roughly ₹1,90,000–₹2,40,000 before subsidy. See the full cost guide for a size-by-size breakdown.
Does the solar subsidy differ by city?
Yes. The central ₹78,000 subsidy is uniform nationwide, but state-level top-ups vary. Delhi adds a further ₹30,000 state subsidy (combined up to ₹1,08,000), while Haryana — covering Gurugram and Faridabad — currently offers no state top-up, so only the central ₹78,000 applies there.
Which cities does VaySolar cover?
VaySolar currently provides city and locality-specific rooftop solar guidance across Delhi (including BRPL, BYPL, TPDDL, and NDMC areas), Gurugram, and Faridabad — all part of Delhi NCR.
How do I start the process of buying rooftop solar?
Begin with the buying guide to assess whether solar is right for your roof and consumption profile, then get quotes from multiple installers, compare them on a like-for-like basis, and choose a DISCOM-empanelled installer before applying for your subsidy and net metering.
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