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Grid-tied · Most popular
On-grid solar system in Kerala — the lowest-cost, fastest-payback choice
Grid-tied · Most popular

On-grid solar system in Kerala — the lowest-cost, fastest-payback choice

On-grid rooftop solar exports surplus power to KSEB during the day, draws from the grid at night, and zeroes out your bill via net metering. No batteries means lower upfront cost, longer hardware life, and the fastest payback of any solar configuration.

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  • ₹55–70k
    Per kW cost
  • 3–5 yrs
    Payback
  • 97%
    Efficiency
  • Full
    Subsidy

How on-grid solar works

Panels generate DC → string inverter converts to AC → power runs your loads first → surplus flows through the bi-directional KSEB meter to the grid. At night the meter spins forward again. KSEB nets your import and export monthly and settles surplus annually at the APPC rate.

Best fit for…

Homes and businesses with stable KSEB supply, daytime load (fridge, fans, ACs, pumps, office equipment), no critical need for power-cut backup. If outage backup matters, see hybrid solar.

What we install

Tier-1 panels (Waaree, Vikram, Adani, Premier), branded string inverters (Growatt, Solis, Sungrow, Deye), galvanised mounting structure, full DC/AC protection, KSEB net-meter commissioning, PM Surya Ghar subsidy filing.

Frequently asked questions

+What is an on-grid solar system?

An on-grid (grid-tied) solar system is connected to the KSEB electricity grid via a bi-directional net meter. It generates power during the day, runs your loads in real-time, and exports the surplus to KSEB for credit. There is no battery — at night you draw from the grid as usual.

+Why is on-grid the most popular choice in Kerala?

Lowest cost per kW, fastest payback (3–5 years), highest efficiency (no battery losses), eligible for the full PM Surya Ghar subsidy and KSEB net metering. 95% of Kerala residential solar is on-grid.

+Does on-grid work during power cuts?

No — on-grid inverters automatically shut down during grid outages for safety (anti-islanding). If outage backup is critical, choose a hybrid system with battery.

+Subsidy on on-grid systems?

Yes — full PM Surya Ghar subsidy up to ₹78,000 for residential on-grid installations in Kerala.

04 — Run the numbers

See your savings in real time.

Based on the latest KSEB LT-1A domestic tariff (KSERC Order 01.04.2025 – 31.03.2027) — telescopic slabs ≤250 units, non-telescopic above — plus PM Surya Ghar subsidy and ₹3.50/unit net-metering export credit.

Monthly bill₹4,000
₹500₹10K₹25K₹50K+
≈ 300 units / month
Available roof area240 sq ft
80 sqft240 sqft400 sqft800 sqft
≈ 3 kW system (~80 sqft per kW)
Estimated generation
405 kWh/mo
Exporting ~105 units back to grid
Monthly savings
₹3,147
Annual savings
₹37,764
Current monthly bill
₹2,331
Bill after solar
₹0
System cost
₹1.6L
PM Surya Ghar subsidy
– ₹78,000
Your net investment
₹87,000
Payback period
2.3 yrs
25-year lifetime savings
₹9.4L
Environmental impact
3,985 kg CO₂ avoided per year — equivalent to planting 190 trees.

* KSEB LT-1A domestic tariff (KSERC Order 01.04.2025 – 31.03.2027). Telescopic ≤250 units (₹3.25–₹8.20); non-telescopic above 250 units flat ₹6.75–₹9.20. Includes 10% electricity duty, fixed charge & meter rent. 4.5 peak sun hrs/day, ₹3.50/unit net-metering export credit. Actual savings depend on site survey.

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Act now · Limited grid capacity

Your local KSEB transformer has a fixed solar capacity. Once neighbours fill the quota, new connections are blocked until the government installs a new transformer — which can take months or years. Lock your slot before it's gone.

  • Rooftop suitability & shade analysis
  • Custom system sizing for your usage
  • 25-year ROI projection — exact rupees
  • Subsidy eligibility & KSEB net-metering plan
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