DISCOM Net Metering List India

The Reference Guide Every Solar Installer Needs Bookmarked

If you are selling solar in more than one state, or even in one state but servicing multiple DISCOM territories, you have probably learned the hard way that net metering rules, application forms, fees, and timelines are not uniform. What works for a DGVCL application in Surat will not work for an MSEDCL application in Aurangabad, and what works there will not work for BESCOM in Bengaluru.

This guide consolidates the net metering policy status, application portal URL, capacity limits, Feed-in Tariff (FiT) rate, fees, and inspection timeline for every major DISCOM in India. It also introduces the DISCOM Solar Readiness Score, a 4-axis framework that helps installers predict how straightforward a particular DISCOM's net metering process will be before they commit to servicing that territory.

Save this page. Update it in your bookmarks every April when SERC tariff orders are typically revised.

The DISCOM Solar Readiness Score

The DISCOM Solar Readiness Score rates each distribution company on four axes, each scored 1–5:

1. P
   Policy Clarity (1–5): How clear and consistently enforced is the net metering policy? Are capacity limits, FiT rates, and eligibility criteria publicly documented and up to date?
2. A
   Application Speed (1–5): How fast is the end-to-end process from application submission to bi-directional meter installation? Score 5 = under 20 days; score 1 = over 60 days.
3. F
   Form Availability (1–5): Are application forms downloadable online? Is there an online submission portal? Is the document checklist clearly published?
4. T
   Fee Transparency (1–5): Are all fees (application, meter, inspection, connection) published on the DISCOM website? Are there no hidden or discretionary fees?

Maximum score: 20. DISCOMs scoring 15–20 are high-readiness for solar installers; 10–14 are medium-readiness; below 10 require significant manual follow-up and documentation caution.

Gujarat DISCOMs, India's Highest Readiness State

Gujarat leads India in rooftop solar adoption and DISCOM solar readiness. All four DISCOMs are part of GUVNL's distribution subsidiaries and follow the Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) net metering order.

Gujarat notes: All four DISCOMs accept online applications. DGVCL is the most digitally advanced. For detailed DGVCL guidance, see our DGVCL net metering guide. For the full net metering application process, see our step-by-step guide. FiT credited for 12 months; surplus settled as cash at year-end per GERC order. Verify the latest ALMM-compliant module list at mnre.gov.in before every Gujarat installation.

Maharashtra, MSEDCL and Mumbai DISCOMs

Maharashtra is India's largest electricity market and has seen the most PM Surya Ghar applications by absolute number in FY2025–26 according to PIB.

Maharashtra notes: MSEDCL's net metering application portal is at mahaurja.com. The MERC-set FiT of ₹3.50/kWh is among the highest in India, making Maharashtra an attractive market despite the higher grid tariffs. Mumbai consumers must identify their specific DISCOM (Adani, Tata Power, or MSEDCL) from their electricity bill before applying. MSEDCL uses its own SLD format, use the template from their solar portal to avoid rejection.

Tamil Nadu, TANGEDCO

Tamil Nadu notes: Net metering available for LT-1 domestic consumers. Some LT-2 commercial and LT-7 industrial consumers may be directed to gross metering, verify before quoting. TANGEDCO's portal is tnebnet.org; the solar application form is available for download. Inspection timelines vary significantly by circle, Chennai circles are generally faster than rural circles. See our net metering vs gross metering comparison for the financial implications of being directed to gross metering.

Karnataka, BESCOM, GESCOM, HESCOM, CESC, MESCOM

Karnataka has five electricity distribution companies, with BESCOM (Bangalore and surrounding districts) being by far the most active for urban solar installations.

Karnataka notes: BESCOM has a fully digital solar application portal with real-time tracking. Dual earthing mandatory for all Karnataka DISCOMs, document it explicitly in your earthing certificate. BESCOM's FiT of ₹3.56/kWh is one of the highest in India for residential net metering, set by KERC. See cerc.gov.in for the national regulatory framework and the KERC website for state-specific tariff orders.

Delhi, BSES Rajdhani, BSES Yamuna, Tata Power DDL

Delhi notes: All three Delhi DISCOMs have strong digital portals. Tata Power DDL has the highest readiness score in Delhi. DERC (Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission) FiT rates are set annually. Delhi also has a state-level solar rooftop subsidy scheme (separate from PM Surya Ghar), check Delhi government announcements for current applicability. Application portal: bsesdelhi.com (both BSES entities); tatapower-ddl.com.

Rajasthan, JVVNL and AVVNL

Rajasthan notes: Rajasthan has some of the best solar irradiance in India (6.0–6.5 peak sun hours/day) but DISCOM readiness is medium-tier. JVVNL has improved its portal substantially after PM Surya Ghar mandate. FiT rate is set by RERC and has been at ₹2.50–₹3.00/kWh range for residential. JMK Research noted in 2025 that Rajasthan's rooftop solar growth was being constrained by DISCOM inspection capacity, plan for longer timelines in AVVNL territory.

Uttar Pradesh, UPPCL Subsidiaries

UP notes: UP DISCOMs have the lowest Solar Readiness Scores among major states. PM Surya Ghar pressure is improving this, the state saw significant capacity addition in 2025–26 per JMK Research. In UP, in-person application follow-up is often necessary even after online submission. Budget 45–60 days for the full process in most UP territories. The UPERC (UP Electricity Regulatory Commission) sets the ₹2.25/kWh FiT rate.

West Bengal, WBSEDCL

DISCOM Solar Readiness Score, Summary Table

Pros and Cons of Working Multiple DISCOM Territories

How QuickEstimate Helps

Rohit's EPC team in Surat serves customers across DGVCL, UGVCL, and MGVCL territories. Before QuickEstimate, his team maintained separate Excel trackers for each DISCOM, with manual reminders for inspection follow-ups. When PM Surya Ghar applications started coming through the national portal alongside DISCOM direct applications, the dual tracking created errors, two projects submitted via the wrong route.

QuickEstimate's pipeline management stores the DISCOM for each project, auto-tags the application type (PM Surya Ghar vs DISCOM direct), and surfaces the correct next action for each stage. The proposal generator auto-fills the correct FiT rate and inspection timeline estimate for each DISCOM, so a proposal generated for a Surat customer (DGVCL) shows the correct ₹2.45/kWh FiT projection, not Maharashtra's ₹3.50/kWh.

WhatsApp delivery sends customers state-specific updates at each DRIVE Protocol stage, no more generic "your application is in process" messages that generate anxious callbacks. For solar lead management, QuickEstimate's lead capture ties every incoming lead to a DISCOM territory from day one, so the right form and process is selected from the first interaction.

See how India's leading solar EPCs manage multi-DISCOM operations at best solar CRM software in India. For the full application process guide, see how to apply for net metering in India. For a deep dive on what net metering means, see what is net metering. Book a demo to see DISCOM-specific proposal generation in action.

What to Do This Week

Use the DISCOM Solar Readiness Score to audit your current territory coverage:

1. List every DISCOM you have submitted a net metering application to in the past 12 months. Score each one using the 4-axis PAFT framework.
2. For any DISCOM scoring below 12, identify the specific friction point (Policy, Application speed, Form availability, or Fee transparency) and build a workaround process, typically a direct contact at the divisional solar desk.
3. Bookmark the application portal for every DISCOM in your territory. Set a calendar reminder for April each year to verify FiT rates are still current after SERC tariff order publication.
4. For PM Surya Ghar applications, verify your installer empanelment status at pmsuryaghar.gov.in. Lapses in empanelment documentation are a common cause of PM Surya Ghar application delays.
5. Read the net metering vs gross metering comparison to understand how to advise customers in mixed-policy states (Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh).
6. For cost transparency, see our solar installation cost breakdown including DISCOM fees as a separate line item.
7. Access all regulatory guidance at mnre.gov.in and cerc.gov.in.

According to CEEW and Mercom India, India installed approximately 4 GW of residential rooftop solar in FY2025–26, with PM Surya Ghar driving over 60% of new residential installations. The IEA projects India's rooftop solar capacity to cross 40 GW by 2030. That is 40 GW of net metering applications, every single one touching a DISCOM on this list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the net metering FiT rate in Gujarat? A: The GERC-set Feed-in Tariff (FiT) for net metering in Gujarat is ₹2.45/kWh for residential LT consumers (DGVCL, UGVCL, PGVCL, MGVCL). This is credited against import units and any surplus is settled as cash at year-end. Verify the current rate at mnre.gov.in or the GERC website as it is updated annually.

Q: Which DISCOM in India has the fastest net metering approval? A: As of mid-2026, DGVCL (South Gujarat) and Tata Power DDL (North-West Delhi) have the fastest net metering processes, with typical timelines of 7–14 working days from application to meter installation. Both have fully digital portals with real-time tracking.

Q: How do I find which DISCOM serves my customer's address? A: The DISCOM name is printed on the customer's electricity bill in the header section. It is also identifiable by the bill account number format. For Gujarat, the account number prefix (D = DGVCL, U = UGVCL, P = PGVCL, M = MGVCL) identifies the DISCOM.

Q: Does every DISCOM in India have net metering? A: All major DISCOMs in India are required by CERC regulations to provide net metering for LT consumers. However, implementation quality varies significantly. Some smaller DISCOMs in northeastern states and rural Bihar/UP have limited net metering infrastructure. For major urban/semi-urban territories, net metering is universally available.

Q: What is the difference between DISCOM application and PM Surya Ghar portal application? A: For PM Surya Ghar subsidised installations, the application goes through pmsuryaghar.gov.in, which coordinates with the DISCOM digitally. For non-subsidised installations, the application goes directly to the DISCOM portal or office. Both routes trigger the same DISCOM inspection and meter installation process.

Q: Are net metering fees standardised across DISCOMs? A: No. Application fees range from ₹500 to ₹2,500; bi-directional meter charges range from ₹0 (some DISCOMs absorb this) to ₹5,500 (charged to consumer). Always check the DISCOM's current fee schedule and include it as a line item in your installation quote.

Q: What is the capacity limit for net metering in Maharashtra? A: MSEDCL (and Mumbai DISCOMs) allow net metering up to 1 MW for LT consumers, which effectively removes any practical cap for residential installations. This is one of the highest limits in India and reflects Maharashtra's strong rooftop solar policy.

Q: Do I need separate net metering applications for different DISCOMs if I work across states? A: Yes. Every DISCOM has its own application form, portal, fee structure, and document requirements. There is no single national application form (except for PM Surya Ghar, which uses pmsuryaghar.gov.in but still involves the specific DISCOM for inspection and meter installation). See our full net metering application guide for the DRIVE Protocol applicable to all DISCOMs.