Jammu & Kashmir government has confirmed that all AAY (Antyodaya Anna Yojana) households in the Union Territory will soon get 200 units of free electricity every month under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG-MBY). This new 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.
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 what to check your name in the beneficiary list of this scheme, you can check your name under the AAY 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 ensures that the 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: The 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 | 2,22,564 |
| Solar Capacity per Home | 2 kW Rooftop Solar |
| Implementation Model | RESCO / Utility-Led Aggregation (ULA) |
| 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. The 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
The government 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.
Work Progress and DPR Status
Power Development Department has already started preparing Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for each district. 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 is complete, installation work will start district-wise in a phased manner.
FAQ
What is the 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 to receive this benefit.
When will installation work begin?
Once DPR and tender formalities are completed, installation of 2 kW rooftop solar panels will start district-wise in phases.
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.