Solar prices in NCR are quoted per kW, then the subsidy comes off. The figures below are vendor list prices from April 2026 and the BSES rooftop solar FAQ of September 2025, with subsidy figures as of November 2026. Your own quote depends on your roof, so treat these as a range to check quotes against.
What does rooftop solar cost per kW in Delhi NCR?
Roughly ₹55,000 to ₹75,000 per kW before subsidy in 2026. Small home systems sit at the upper end of that range and larger systems at the lower end, because fixed costs are spread over more panels.
| System size | Typical price per kW (BSES guide) |
|---|---|
| Up to 5 kW | About ₹65,000 |
| 6 to 10 kW | About ₹60,000 |
| Above 10 kW | About ₹55,000 |
The price normally covers panels, inverter, mounting structure, cables, earthing, installation and the subsidy and net metering paperwork. It also includes five years of comprehensive maintenance, which registered vendors provide under PM Surya Ghar.
What is the price of 1, 2, 3, 5 and 10 kW, before and after subsidy?
A 3 kW system costs about ₹2.2 to 2.4 lakh before subsidy, and the subsidy can take more than ₹1 lakh off it in Delhi and UP. The table shows the full range by state.
| Size | Price before subsidy | After subsidy: Haryana, Chandigarh, Mohali | After subsidy: Delhi | After subsidy: UP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₹65,000 to 75,000 | ₹35,000 to 45,000 | ₹25,000 to 35,000 | ₹20,000 to 30,000 |
| 2 kW | ₹1.3 to 1.5 lakh | ₹70,000 to 90,000 | ₹50,000 to 70,000 | ₹40,000 to 60,000 |
| 3 kW | ₹2.2 to 2.4 lakh | ₹1.42 to 1.62 lakh | ₹1.12 to 1.32 lakh | ₹1.12 to 1.32 lakh |
| 5 kW | ₹3.3 to 3.6 lakh | ₹2.52 to 2.82 lakh | ₹2.22 to 2.52 lakh | ₹2.22 to 2.52 lakh |
| 10 kW | ₹5.9 to 6.1 lakh | ₹5.12 to 5.32 lakh | ₹4.82 to 5.02 lakh | ₹4.82 to 5.02 lakh |
How we worked it out: central subsidy of ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW and ₹18,000 for the third, capped at ₹78,000. Delhi adds ₹10,000 per kW up to ₹30,000, credited in your bill under the 2025 amendment. UP adds ₹15,000 per kW up to ₹30,000. The 1 kW and 2 kW prices use the upper end of the per-kW range, since small systems carry the same fixed costs.
What is the price of a 3 kW solar system with subsidy?
About ₹1.12 to 1.32 lakh in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida and Ghaziabad, and about ₹1.42 to 1.62 lakh in Gurugram, Faridabad and Chandigarh. 3 kW is where the central subsidy reaches its ₹78,000 cap, so it gives the most subsidy per rupee you spend.
A 3 kW system in NCR makes roughly 300 to 360 units a month on average across the year, enough for a typical family that does not run ACs all day. In UP a 3 kW home gets ₹1.08 lakh in subsidy in total, which is why payback there is often shorter than the 3 to 4 years BSES quotes for Delhi.
What is the 5 kW solar price in Gurgaon?
About ₹3.3 to 3.6 lakh before subsidy, and about ₹2.52 to 2.82 lakh after the ₹78,000 central subsidy. Haryana does not add a general top-up for homes, so the central figure is what most Gurugram and Faridabad families get.
The exception is the Antyodaya grant. Households with income up to ₹1.8 lakh can get ₹25,000 per kW or 40% of cost, whichever is lower, for up to 2 kW, on top of the central subsidy. Details vary by income band and we confirm them at survey. Larger HSVP plots of 500 sq yd and above must also install at least 1 kWp or 5% of sanctioned load, which is linked to the occupancy certificate. More on the Gurugram and Faridabad pages.
What makes one quote cost more than another?
Five things move the price most: the panel type, whether the panels are DCR, how high the structure is, the inverter brand, and how far the cable has to run. Two quotes for "3 kW" can differ by a lot and both be honest.
Panel type: mono PERC or TOPCon
Mono PERC is the proven workhorse. TOPCon is the newer cell type and usually yields a little more from the same area, with better performance in heat. It costs somewhat more. On a tight roof with a water tank and a staircase mumty, TOPCon helps you fit the size you need. Most good modules are now 500 W and above, so 3 kW is about six panels.
DCR panels
Subsidised systems need DCR panels with India-made cells and modules, and from 1 June 2026 net-metered projects need ALMM List-II cells as well. DCR panels cost more than imported ones, but the subsidy more than covers that for a home.
Structure height
A low structure is cheapest. A raised structure that lets you use the terrace underneath, or clears the parapet and water tanks, needs more steel and costs more. In kothis and builder floors where the roof is used for drying clothes or evening walks, most families choose raised.
Inverter brand
Inverters must meet IS 16221 and carry at least a five-year warranty. Well-known brands with good local service cost more but are easier to get fixed in year six.
Wiring run
The cable runs from the roof to your meter. In a four-storey builder floor in South Delhi or a tall kothi in Panchkula, that run is long, and good cable is not cheap. Ask what length the quote includes.
Which hidden costs should I ask about?
Ask every vendor, in writing, whether the following are included. These are where a low headline price often grows.
- Net meter and DISCOM fees (Delhi waives application fees for domestic systems up to 10 kW)
- Load enhancement if your sanctioned load is lower than the system size
- Earthing pits and a lightning arrester
- Extra cable beyond a standard length
- Raised or extended structure, and how it is fixed (anchored to the roof or ballasted)
- Monitoring app and the Wi-Fi or data module for the inverter
- GST, and whether the quote is the final payable figure
- Maintenance after the first five years
How do I compare solar quotes fairly?
Put every quote on the same line items and the same size, then compare the price per kW and what is included. A cheaper quote with no DCR certificate or no paperwork support can cost you the subsidy.
| Check | What a good quote states |
|---|---|
| Panels | Brand, wattage, PERC or TOPCon, DCR, ALMM List-I module and List-II cell, IS 14286 and IS/IEC 61730 |
| Inverter | Brand, capacity, IS 16221, warranty years |
| Structure | Height, material, how it is fixed |
| Warranties | Modules at least 90% output at 12 years and 80% at 25 years; 5 years on inverter, structure, BOS and workmanship |
| Paperwork | Portal registration, DISCOM feasibility, net meter, subsidy redemption |
| Maintenance | Five-year comprehensive maintenance, cleaning visits, response time |
Konark's builders took twelve years over one chariot. Comparing three quotes properly takes an afternoon, and it is worth the afternoon.
Is rooftop solar worth the price in NCR?
For most homes, yes. A subsidised home system typically pays back in 3 to 4 years, according to BSES, and the panels are warrantied to deliver at least 80% of their output at 25 years. Each kW makes about 1,400 to 1,450 units a year in NCR, and about 1,300 to 1,450 in Chandigarh.
If paying upfront is the hurdle, PM Surya Ghar loans are collateral-free; see our loan and EMI guide. To see your own numbers, try the solar calculator.
A fixed quote needs a look at your roof. Book a free roof survey and we will measure the shade-free area, check your sanctioned load and give you a written, line-by-line price. City detail is on our pages for Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad and Chandigarh.