Jammu & Kashmir government is all set to give free solar rooftop systems to around 2.25 lakh AAY (Antyodaya Anna Yojana) families, and the tendering process for this big scheme is set to start shortly.
Jammu & Kashmir government has confirmed that all AAY households in the Union Territory will get 200 units of free electricity every month under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG-MBY). This scheme will be implemented through the RESCO/Utility-Led Aggregation (ULA) model to help poor families save on their monthly power bills.
According to officials, around 2,22,564 AAY households have been identified for installation of 2 kW rooftop solar systems. Once these solar panels are set up, each home will generate up to 200 free electricity units per month. This scheme is expected to reduce power expenses for thousands of low-income families living in rural and urban areas across J&K.
Latest Update (June 11, 2026): Officials told media that the tendering process for this scheme will be started shortly and is expected to be finalized by July 2026. Once tendering is done, groundwork for installation of solar rooftop systems will start district-wise across Kashmir in a phased manner. J&K Chief Minister has also confirmed in the assembly that the scheme will be launched within this financial year, i.e. till end of March 2026.
Free Electricity Scheme for AAY Families in J&K
Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Department (PDD) shared this information in the Assembly while replying to a question raised by MLA Khursheed Ahmad Sheikh. The government made it clear that the work is being done in a transparent and planned way, and the project will be completed after following proper tender and approval timelines.
Each AAY family will get rooftop solar power setup at their home, fully funded by the government under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The free power will automatically adjust in their electricity bills every month once the systems are activated.
If you want to check your name in the beneficiary list of this scheme, you can check your name under the AAY category in the J&K Ration card list.
How Free Electricity Will Be Provided Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana
Under this central government-backed scheme, the installation of solar panels will be carried out through a RESCO (Renewable Energy Service Company) or Utility-Led Aggregation model. The model makes sure that households do not have to pay anything in advance, and all setup costs are handled by the implementing agency.
STEP 1: Identification of all AAY families in each district.
STEP 2: Preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) and tender process by the PDD.
STEP 3: Selection of qualified contractors and installation of rooftop solar systems.
STEP 4: Once commissioned, each system will start generating 200 units of free electricity every month.
STEP 5: Generated power will automatically adjust against the household electricity bill through net metering.
Jammu Kashmir Free Electricity Scheme Highlights
| Scheme Name | PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana |
| State/UT | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Benefit | 200 units of free electricity every month |
| Beneficiaries | AAY (Antyodaya Anna Yojana) Families |
| Total Families Identified | Around 2.25 Lakh (2,22,564 as per official data) |
| Solar Capacity per Home | 2 kW Rooftop Solar |
| Implementation Model | RESCO / Utility-Led Aggregation (ULA) |
| Tendering Status | To start shortly, expected to finish by July 2026 |
| Implementing Department | Power Development Department (PDD), J&K |
Power Tariff for BPL and AAY Consumers in J&K
Replying to another question, the government mentioned that J&K already offers one of the lowest domestic power tariffs in the country. Current rates are as follows:
- BPL Consumers: Rs. 1.40 per unit (for first 30 units)
- Domestic Consumers: Starting from Rs. 2.30 per unit
Officials said that any changes in tariff or flat rates in rural areas are part of a routine load rationalization process and will not affect the benefit of free units under this scheme.
Tendering Process and Installation Timeline 2026
Power Development Department has already started preparing Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for each district. As per the latest update from June 2026, the tendering process for this scheme will be started shortly and is likely to be finalized in the coming month, that is by July 2026. Officials clarified that delays, if any, are linked to mandatory tendering timelines to maintain quality and long-term sustainability of the solar installations.
Once the tendering process gets over, groundwork for installation of rooftop solar systems will start across various districts of Kashmir in a phased manner. More details about implementation timelines, technical specifications, and district-wise coverage are expected to be announced after the tendering process is completed.
FAQ
What is Jammu Kashmir Free Electricity Scheme?
It is a part of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, under which AAY families in J&K will get 200 free electricity units per month through rooftop solar power systems.
Who will get the benefit of this scheme?
All AAY (Antyodaya Anna Yojana) cardholder families identified by the J&K government will be covered under this free electricity scheme.
How many families are eligible in Jammu & Kashmir?
As per official data, a total of 2,22,564 AAY households have been selected for this benefit, which is being reported as around 2.25 lakh families in the latest news.
When will the tendering process for this scheme be completed?
As per the latest update from June 2026, the tendering process for this scheme will start shortly and is likely to be finished by July 2026. After this, installation work will start district-wise.
When will installation work begin?
Once the tendering process is completed by around July 2026, installation of 2 kW rooftop solar panels will start district-wise in phases across Kashmir.
Is there any cost to be paid by the families?
No, the entire cost of the solar system installation is being covered under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana through the RESCO/ULA model.
How much power will each home generate?
Each 2 kW rooftop system will generate around 200 units of electricity per month, which will be provided free to the beneficiary family.
