With the government promoting renewable energy sources in India, especially rooftop solar power under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, more and more people are opting for solar energy. As part of its promotion of this shift, the government provides generous subsidies to solar energy through the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). As per the subsidy program, only solar installers who are empaneled with MNRE are allowed to perform these installations.
But how do you check if your solar installer is MNRE-approved? Here’s a simple guide.
What is an MNRE-Approved Solar Installer?
MNRE-Approved Installer is a solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) company that is approved by the MNRE through the state nodal agencies or DISCOMs (electricity distribution companies). This ensures that:
The installation is eligible for MNRE Central Financial Assistance (CFA)/subsidy.
The installer meets the national standards of quality and safety.
The installation is done using BIS-compliant.
The products meet the technical guidelines.
How to Check an MNRE-Approved Installer
1.Visit the Official PM Surya Ghar Portal
Visit the MNRE subsidy portal:
Search the Empanelled Vendors List
On the homepage:
Click on the “Findon the “Find Vendors” or “Approved Vendors” section.
Select your state and DISCOM m9 (Eg : KSEB for Kerala)
- A list of MNRE-approved vendors in your region will appear.
- Check the company’s name, registration ID, and contact details.
3. Check Vendor Ratings (if available).
Some DISCOM portals provide customer feedback and performance ratings of vendors on:
Quality of installation
Timely completion
After-sales service
This ensures you select a trustworthy and responsible installation agency.
Things are cross-verified.
- Company PAN/GST Certificate (Verified authenticity).
- MNRE Empanelment Letter.
- DISCOM vendor registration number.
- Use of BIS-certified solar panels and inverters.
- Availability of remote monitoring systems as per guidelines.
- Warranty and AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) terms.
Why it’s crucial to Choose an MNRE-Approved Installer
Selecting an unapproved installer may result in:
Disqualification of your subsidy claim
Installation that doesn’t meet DISCOM norms
Net metering approval delays
Safety and performance issues
Bodhie Solar: Your Trusted MNRE-Approved Partner
Bodhie Solar, a Kerala-based company, is an MNRE empanelled and DISCOM-approved EPC service provider with 2000+ kWp rooftop solar installations in Kerala. We assure you of:
Documentation assistance from start to finish
Applying for subsidies through the PM Surya Ghar portal
Materials that meet BIS standards
Net meters installed in a short span of time
AMC ensures excellent after-sales service
Final Thoughts
The first step of your solar experience should be to verify the credentials of your installation. This will ensure that you are eligible for government subsidies, and most importantly, it will ensure quality and accountability.
Interested in rooftop solar installations through an MNRE-approved agency?
Get in touch with Bodhie Solar today for a free site visit and easy subsidy processing.
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