INTRO
If your EB bill is crossing ₹3,000 every two months, your home is already ready for rooftop solar.
Thousands of Chennai homeowners have reduced their electricity bill to almost zero after installing rooftop solar under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana scheme.
In this guide, we explain exactly how solar works for Chennai houses, how much it costs, how much subsidy you get, and whether your home is suitable.
1. Why Chennai Is Perfect for Rooftop Solar?
Tamil Nadu receives strong sunlight for most of the year.
Chennai homes easily generate 4–5 units per kW per day, making rooftop solar highly profitable.
That means a typical 3kW system generates 800-900 units every two months, enough to cover normal home usage including AC, fridge and washing machine.
2. What Is “EB Bill Zero” Actually?
“EB Bill Zero” does not mean zero payment – it means:
• Your solar plant produces your daily electricity
• Your EB meter becomes bidirectional
Your main EB consumption cost becomes almost zero.
3. How Much Does Rooftop Solar Cost in Chennai?
| System Size | Suitable EB Bill | Average Usage |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 kW | Below ₹2,000 | Small homes |
| 3 kW | ₹2,500 – ₹5,000 | Most houses |
| 4–5 kW | ₹5,000+ | AC-heavy homes |
A 3kW rooftop solar system is the most installed size in Chennai.
4. Government Subsidy Under PM Surya Ghar
| Solar Size | Subsidy |
|---|---|
| 1-2 kW | ₹30,000 per kW |
| Up to 3 kW | ₹18,000 per kW |
| Maximum | ₹78,000 |
Subsidy amount is directly credited to your bank account after installation.
5. EMI Option – Pay Less Than Your EB Bill
You can install solar with EMI starting from ₹999/month.
Most homeowners pay EMI that is lower than their old EB bill – and still start saving immediately.
6. How Long Does It Take to Recover the Cost?
Average break-even period in Chennai is 3-4 years.
After that, your electricity is practically free for the next 25+ years.
7. Is Your Home Suitable?
Your home is suitable if:
• Independent house with terrace
• EB bill above ₹3,000
• Roof/ Terrace has open sunlight area
• Strong roof structure
8. How BESOLAAR Makes Solar Easy
BGEPL handles:
• Free site visit
• Custom system design
• Government subsidy processing
• TANGEDCO net metering
• Long-term support
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