The Question
"Everyone is talking about these subsidies, but when I called a vendor, they said I still have to pay ₹2 Lakhs upfront. What is the truth?"
This is the most common confusion we hear at UrjaVikas. Let's break it down transparently. The "Free Solar" headlines are often misleading clickbait.
The Reality Check
The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana provides a subsidy (financial aid), not a 100% waiver. For a 3kW system, the government gives ₹78,000 directly to your bank account after installation.
- Market Cost (3kW): ₹1,50,000 approx.
- Subsidy Refund: -₹78,000
- Net Cost: ₹72,000
So yes, you pay upfront (or finance it), and get the money back. Any vendor asking for 100% cash without mentioning the refund process is likely cutting corners.
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