5kW solar system price in India (2026)
Larger homes with 2+ ACs, or homes planning for an EV charger. Suits a monthly bill of about ₹4,000-5,000. The figures below separate gross installed price, PM Surya Ghar subsidy and benchmark net cost so you can compare installer quotes on the same basis.
~13 panels · ~450 sq ft of shadow-free roof
That's roughly the area of 3.5 car parking spots, counting ~415W panels with walking space for maintenance. Water tanks, parapet shadows, and dish antennas all eat into usable area, so get a site survey before finalizing size.
| Size | Gross (at ₹60k/kW) | Subsidy | Net cost | Units/month | Fits bill of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1kW solar system price | ₹60,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ~120 | ₹700-1,000 |
| 2kW solar system price | ₹1,20,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ~240 | ₹1,500-2,000 |
| 3kW solar system price | ₹1,80,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,02,000 | ~360 | ₹2,500-3,000 |
| 4kW solar system price | ₹2,40,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,62,000 | ~480 | ₹3,000-4,000 |
| 5kW (this page) | ₹3,00,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹2,22,000 | ~600 | ₹4,000-5,000 |
| 6kW solar system price | ₹3,60,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹2,82,000 | ~720 | ₹5,000-6,000 |
| 7kW solar system price | ₹4,20,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹3,42,000 | ~840 | ₹6,000-7,000 |
| 8kW solar system price | ₹4,80,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹4,02,000 | ~960 | ₹7,000-8,000 |
| 10kW solar system price | ₹6,00,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹5,22,000 | ~1200 | ₹8,000-10,000 |
State incentives and local tariffs can change the final economics. Compare your location with thestate-wise solar subsidy calculators.
Collateral-free solar loan at ~7%
- ✓Under PM Surya Ghar, banks offer collateral-free loans of up to ₹2 lakh for residential rooftop systems up to 3kW.
- ✓Interest is capped at roughly 7% p.a. (pegged to repo rate + 0.5%), far below typical personal-loan rates of 11-16%.
- ✓Available through most public sector banks; apply via the Jan Samarth portal or your bank branch with your PM Surya Ghar application ID.
- ✓The subsidy (up to ₹78,000) can be used to prepay the loan once it lands in your account.
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5kW solar system FAQs
What is the price of a 5kW solar system in India in 2026?
A 5kW grid-tied residential system typically costs ₹2,25,000-₹3,75,000 before subsidy (₹45,000-75,000 per kW depending on brand, structure, and location). At the mid-range benchmark of ₹60,000/kW that's ₹3,00,000 gross, and about ₹2,22,000 after the ₹78,000 central subsidy.
How much subsidy does a 5kW system get?
₹78,000 under PM Surya Ghar. The central subsidy caps at ₹78,000 for 3kW and above, larger systems get the same amount. Some states add a top-up on this, check your state's page.
How many units does a 5kW system generate per month?
Roughly 600 units per month (~7,200 units/year) at the conservative India-wide average of 4 units per kW per day. High-irradiance states like Rajasthan and Gujarat generate 10-20% more; cloudy or hill regions somewhat less.
How much roof space does a 5kW system need?
About 450 sq ft of shadow-free roof (80-100 sq ft per kW). Shadows from water tanks, parapets, or neighbouring buildings cut generation sharply, an installer's site survey will confirm usable area.
Is a 5kW system right for my home?
A 5kW system suits a monthly electricity bill of roughly ₹4,000-5,000. Larger homes with 2+ ACs, or homes planning for an EV charger.
Not sure 5kW is the right size?
Enter your actual monthly bill and the calculator recommends a size matched to your usage, with subsidy, net cost, and payback for your state. Before applying, keep thePM Surya Ghar document checklist handy.
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