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On-Grid Solar Systems in Kerala

Connect to the KSEB grid, export surplus electricity, earn net metering credits, and get up to ₹78,000 PM Surya Ghar subsidy. On-grid solar is the most cost-effective choice for most Kerala homes.

No Battery Needed · Lowest Cost
KSEB Net Metering · Credits Earned
₹78K Subsidy · Eligible
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How It Works

How On-Grid Solar Works with KSEB Net Metering

During daylight hours, your solar panels generate DC electricity. The inverter converts it to AC for your home. When your panels generate more than you use, the surplus flows to the KSEB grid — and KSEB credits you for those units via net metering.

At night, you draw from the grid as normal. Your monthly bill shows only the net consumption (units consumed minus units exported). For most Kerala homes with daytime usage — air conditioners, water heaters, appliances — solar can cut bills by 70–85%.

The system shuts off automatically during grid outages for safety (as required by KSEB regulations). For backup power during cuts, consider a hybrid system.

  • No battery maintenance cost
  • Lowest upfront cost of all solar system types
  • Eligible for PM Surya Ghar ₹78,000 subsidy
  • Net metering credits from KSEB every month
  • 25-year panel life with minimal maintenance

System Flow

Solar Panels
Generate DC electricity from sunlight
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Solar Inverter
Converts DC to AC for home use
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Your Home
Uses solar power directly
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KSEB Grid (Net Metering)
Surplus exported; nighttime drawn from grid
System Types

On-Grid vs Off-Grid vs Hybrid — Which Is Right for You?

On-Grid Solar

Upfront costLowest
Battery requiredNone
Grid connectionRequired
PM Surya Ghar subsidy✓ Yes
Nighttime powerFrom grid
During power cutNo backup
Best forMost Kerala homes

Off-Grid Solar

Upfront costHigher
Battery requiredYes
Grid connectionNot needed
PM Surya Ghar subsidyLimited
Nighttime powerFrom battery
During power cutFully backed up
Best forRemote locations

Hybrid Solar

Upfront costHighest
Battery requiredYes
Grid connectionOptional
PM Surya Ghar subsidyPartial
Nighttime powerBattery/grid
During power cutBacked up
Best forAreas with cuts

Not sure which system fits your situation? Our engineers will recommend the best option after a free site assessment.

Installation Process

Getting Your On-Grid System Installed

1
Free Site Visit
Engineer assesses roof, orientation, shading
2
Custom Proposal
System size, cost, subsidy, ROI projection
3
KSEB Approvals
We handle all paperwork and NOC
4
Installation
Certified team, completed in 2–3 days
5
Net Metering + Subsidy
KSEB meter upgrade and PM Surya Ghar filing
FAQ

On-Grid Solar FAQs

An on-grid solar system is connected to the main electricity grid (KSEB in Kerala). During the day, solar panels generate electricity which your home uses directly. Excess electricity is exported to the KSEB grid and credited to your account via net metering. At night or on cloudy days, you draw from the grid as usual.
On-grid systems don't store electricity — they rely on the grid at night. This is why on-grid solar is most cost-effective when you have significant daytime electricity consumption. Net metering credits offset your nighttime grid consumption on your monthly bill. For households that want night-time backup, a hybrid system is recommended.
Yes, for most Kerala homes. If you have a reliable KSEB connection (which most urban and semi-urban homes do), on-grid is the most affordable and financially optimal choice. It also qualifies for PM Surya Ghar subsidy of up to ₹78,000, making it even more accessible.
KSEB installs a bidirectional meter after your solar system is commissioned. Every unit you export to the grid is credited at a set rate against units you consume from the grid. Your monthly bill reflects only the net consumption — typically 70–85% lower than before solar.

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