Consumers foregoing solar subsidies can use non-DCR modules

Key facts

• Residential consumers who opt out of central financial assistance for rooftop solar installations can use non-DCR solar modules.
• This exemption is part of the PM Surya Ghar scheme.
• The exemption from ALMM (approved list of models and manufacturers) List-II is valid until March 31, 2027.
• Consumers must apply through the PMSG National Portal.
• Projects utilizing this exemption do not require separate application on the NISE DCR Portal.

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in India has clarified that residential consumers who choose to forgo central financial assistance (subsidy) for rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar scheme are permitted to use non-DCR (domestic content requirement) solar modules. This exemption from the ALMM (approved list of models and manufacturers) List-II is specifically for consumers who opt for the 'Give It Up' route and avail Net Metering. The exemption is effective until March 31, 2027.