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Discom feasibility approval & registration — documents, timeline & process
R1 · Pre-development approvals · ~15 days (indicative)
The discom checks whether your roof capacity fits your sanctioned load and local network before anything is installed — one portal application.
Register with consumer number, apply, feasibility approval, then install via empanelled vendor (ALMM/DCR modules).
Solar PV (rooftop)
Statutory basis & authority
| Statutory basis | PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (Feb-2024); MNRE Simplified Procedure 2022 |
|---|---|
| Authority | Discom via national portal (pmsuryaghar.gov.in for residential) / state discom portal |
| Department | Discom (distribution utility) |
| Indicative timeline | ~15 days (verify with the authority) |
| Fees | Portal free; discom charges vary ⚑ |
Documents required
- Electricity bill / consumer number
- ID proof
- Ownership proof
- Bank details (for subsidy DBT)
When is this required?
- Rooftop solar compact set: Project type: Solar PV (rooftop)
Solarian expert note
Feasibility backlog and distribution-transformer capacity limits are the common delays.
Frequently asked questions
What is Discom feasibility approval & registration?
The discom checks whether your roof capacity fits your sanctioned load and local network before anything is installed — one portal application.
How long does Discom feasibility approval & registration take?
Around 15 days as an indicative planning figure. Actual timelines vary by authority workload and application quality — verify with the concerned authority.
Which authority grants Discom feasibility approval & registration?
Discom via national portal (pmsuryaghar.gov.in for residential) / state discom portal. Department: Discom (distribution utility).
What documents are required for Discom feasibility approval & registration?
Electricity bill / consumer number; ID proof; Ownership proof; Bank details (for subsidy DBT).
When is Discom feasibility approval & registration required?
Project type: Solar PV (rooftop).
Related approvals in this phase
- ISTS connectivity & GNA (General Network Access)
- STU connectivity & evacuation approval
- Net-metering / interconnection agreement
- Section 68 prior approval (overhead lines)
See also: all approvals · glossary of terms · state roadmaps
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Indicative guidance from the RegNav knowledge base, expert-verified by Solarian. Not legal advice — always verify with the concerned authority.