8kW solar system price in India (2026)
Very heavy residential usage, or a home with an EV charged daily plus multiple ACs. Suits a monthly bill of about ₹7,000-8,000.
~20 panels · ~720 sq ft of shadow-free roof
That's roughly the area of 5.5 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 | ₹60,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ~120 | ₹700-1,000 |
| 2kW | ₹1,20,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ~240 | ₹1,500-2,000 |
| 3kW | ₹1,80,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,02,000 | ~360 | ₹2,500-3,000 |
| 4kW | ₹2,40,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,62,000 | ~480 | ₹3,000-4,000 |
| 5kW | ₹3,00,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹2,22,000 | ~600 | ₹4,000-5,000 |
| 6kW | ₹3,60,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹2,82,000 | ~720 | ₹5,000-6,000 |
| 7kW | ₹4,20,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹3,42,000 | ~840 | ₹6,000-7,000 |
| 8kW (this page) | ₹4,80,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹4,02,000 | ~960 | ₹7,000-8,000 |
| 10kW | ₹6,00,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹5,22,000 | ~1200 | ₹8,000-10,000 |
State top-up subsidies (e.g. Gujarat +₹10,000/kW) reduce net cost further, pick your state in thestate-wise calculator.
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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8kW solar system FAQs
What is the price of a 8kW solar system in India in 2026?
A 8kW grid-tied residential system typically costs ₹3,60,000-₹6,00,000 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 ₹4,80,000 gross, and about ₹4,02,000 after the ₹78,000 central subsidy.
How much subsidy does a 8kW 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 8kW system generate per month?
Roughly 960 units per month (~11,520 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 8kW system need?
About 720 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 8kW system right for my home?
A 8kW system suits a monthly electricity bill of roughly ₹7,000-8,000. Very heavy residential usage, or a home with an EV charged daily plus multiple ACs.
Not sure 8kW is the right size?
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