Grid Connected Rooftop Scheme (Phase-II) - Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency

The Grid Connected Rooftop Scheme (Phase-II) is run by the Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency (UREDA), which operates under the Department of Energy, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme promotes rooftop solar installations among domestic households, group housing societies, and residential welfare associations across the state. It responds to rising electricity costs by encouraging the use of sustainable energy systems.

Households that take part can lower their monthly electricity bills and also earn from surplus power. Any extra electricity generated by the solar panels is fed back into the state grid through net metering, creating a second income stream. This combination of savings and earnings makes solar power a practical option for a broad set of residential users.

The scheme supports household-level energy independence and helps Uttarakhand move closer to its renewable energy goals, in line with national objectives on sustainable development and lower carbon emissions. UREDA provides direct financial incentives to make clean energy adoption both economically sound and environmentally responsible for residents.

• Step 1: Register and Submit Online Application
  Start by creating an account on the official MNRE portal at www.solarrooftop.gov.in. After registration, file your application for the Grid Connected Rooftop Scheme through the same portal. This step records your intention and preliminary project information.

• Step 2: Receive No Objection Certificate (NOC)
  Once your application is submitted, UPCL (Uttaranchal Power Corporation Limited) will generate a No Objection Certificate (NOC) online. This document is required before you can move ahead with setting up the solar system.

• Step 3: Install the Solar Plant
  After obtaining the NOC, you may proceed with the installation of the rooftop solar plant. The installation must be carried out by a vendor empanelled with UPCL, ensuring adherence to quality and safety norms.

• Step 4: Grid Hook-Up and Net Metering
  Following installation, UPCL will link your system to the electricity grid. A net meter will be fitted to track both the power drawn from and fed into the grid, allowing you to take advantage of net-metering provisions.

• Step 5: Upload Documents and Receive Subsidy
  After the grid connection and net meter are in place, upload all relevant paperwork—such as installation reports and connection details—to the MNRE portal. Finally, enter your bank account information on the portal, and the applicable subsidy will be transferred directly to that account.