India has reduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on renewable energy devices from 12% to 5%, a move designed to significantly accelerate the nation's transition to clean energy. This reduction is expected to make rooftop solar systems cheaper for households by up to ₹10,500 per 3 kW system and save farmers approximately ₹17,500 per solar pump. The reform aims to lower project costs, boost domestic manufacturing, create green jobs, and ultimately make clean electricity more affordable for everyone, aligning with India's climate commitments.
GST on Renewable Energy Devices Rationalised to 5% to Accelerate India's Clean Energy Transition
Rooftop Solar under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana to Become Cheaper by ₹9,000-10,500 per 3 kW System
Farmers under PM-KUSUM to Save ₹1,750 Crore on 10 Lakh Solar Pumps with GST Cut
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The GST rate on renewable energy devices has been rationalised from 12% to 5%.
Households will find rooftop solar systems cheaper by approximately ₹9,000-10,500 per 3 kW system, making solar energy more accessible under schemes like PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
Farmers under the PM-KUSUM scheme are expected to save around ₹1,750 crore collectively on 10 lakh solar pumps, with individual savings of nearly ₹17,500 per 5 HP pump.
The lower GST is expected to reduce module and component costs by 3-4%, enhancing the competitiveness of Indian-made renewable energy equipment and supporting the 'Make in India' initiative.
The revised GST rates will come into effect from 22nd September 2025.
The reform is projected to support the creation of 5-7 lakh direct and indirect jobs in the renewable energy sector over the next decade.