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The “1.1 kW scheme” in Rajasthan is a recent initiative tied to rooftop solar installations under the state + central government solar subsidy / free electricity program. Below are full details (as per the latest public sources), including how to apply, benefits, eligibility, and caveats. (Note: since policies evolve, you should verify via official portals before applying.)
What is the “1.1 kW scheme” in Rajasthan?
Under the new PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli / Rajasthan free electricity scheme, households consuming more than 150 units per month will be provided a 1.1 kW rooftop solar plant free of cost (i.e. at zero cost to the consumer).
The objective is that this 1.1 kW system will generate about 150 units of electricity monthly (or offset usage) to supply “free electricity” to the consumer.
The cost of the 1.1 kW plant is estimated around ₹50,000.
This cost is shared: ₹33,000 by the Central Government (via PM Surya Ghar / rooftop subsidy scheme) + an additional ₹17,000 from the Rajasthan Government (state-level subsidy) for eligible beneficiaries.
For households consuming less than 150 units, the government may install community / shared solar plants to cover their electricity needs if rooftop space is insufficient.
This scheme is essentially a blend of free rooftop solar + subsidy for existing beneficiaries of the state’s “free electricity units” program (which earlier gave 100 free units per household). The new scheme expands and updates that.
In short: the 1.1 kW scheme is a targeted solar rooftop installation (for free or heavily subsidized) so that households get ~150 units free electricity per month via solar production.
Benefits & Subsidies
| Component | Amount / Detail |
|---|---|
| Estimated cost of 1.1 kW plant | ~ ₹50,000 |
| Central subsidy (PM Surya Ghar / rooftop solar) | ₹33,000 |
| State-level subsidy (Rajasthan Govt) | ₹17,000 (for above 1.1 kW / eligible beneficiaries) |
| Free electricity units offered | ~150 units / month via solar generation |
| Additional incentives | For larger capacity systems, the state subsidy top-up may apply (depending on policies) |
So effectively, for eligible households, the 1.1 kW system becomes “free” because the combined central + state subsidies cover the cost.
Eligibility / Conditions
You generally need to satisfy:
Be a residential electricity consumer in Rajasthan under a DISCOM (e.g. JVVNL, AVVNL, etc.).
Be a beneficiary of the state’s “free units” scheme (the scheme formerly giving 100 units free). The additional ₹17,000 subsidy from Rajasthan is tied to this.
Monthly consumption exceed 150 units (for some eligibility) to qualify for free rooftop install under this scheme.
Have a suitable rooftop (structurally sound, sufficient exposure, minimal shading) for solar installation.
Use an MNRE‐approved vendor / installer and comply with net metering, installation, inspection rules.
Must not have already availed subsidy for solar plants under earlier schemes (or sometimes previous subsidy may disqualify).
Must provide required documentation: identity proof, electricity bill, property/ownership proof, etc.
Limitations / Caveats / Notes
The scheme is new and some roll-out details are still being finalized in many areas.
If you opt not to install a solar plant and your consumption is over 150 units, you may lose your “free units” benefit under the older scheme.
For households consuming a lot more electricity, 1.1 kW might not cover their full usage; they can install larger capacity panels with applicable subsidies. The top-up subsidy and scheme rules would apply.
For households with low consumption or without rooftop space, the state may resort to community solar installations to deliver the 150 units.
The scheme interacts with the national rooftop solar subsidy scheme (via MNRE / PM Surya Ghar) and state-level subsidy. The central subsidy scheme (for rooftop solar) typically offers support for up to 3 kW or more depending on capacity.
How to Apply / Application Link
Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited (RRECL) is the nodal agency for rooftop solar subsidy applications in Rajasthan.
You need to log in via the SSO portal (Single Sign On) (using Bhamashah ID / Jan Aadhar ID / Gmail / etc) and select “RRECL” from the list of applications.
After login & selecting RRECL, choose “Subsidy” → Rooftop New Application to start a new application.
Fill in your project (solar system) details, applicant details, upload required documents, submit.
After approval, the vendor installs, inspection is done, net-metering is set up, and subsidy is disbursed (often directly to bank account).
Official application link / portal:
You can access the rooftop / subsidy application through Rajasthan’s energy / RRECL portal:
[Energy Department, Rajasthan – RRECL Rooftop Subsidy Portal] (via SSO)
In the user manual, the link for applying is given:
“Application Link: https://energy.rajasthan.gov.in/content/raj/energy-department/rrecl/en/home.html → Click on APPLY ONLINE for SSO login.”
So you can go to that portal, log in via SSO, choose RRECL, and apply under rooftop subsidy / project application.
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