Net metering lets a rooftop solar system export unused power to the grid and get credited against future bills — it's what makes most residential solar math work in India.
How it works
- A bidirectional meter records import and export separately.
- Exported units offset your consumption at billing time.
- Surplus usually carries forward, not paid out in cash.
"Net metering turns your rooftop into a small, silent power plant — billed in units, not rupees."
| System size | Typical approval time |
|---|---|
| Up to 3 kW | 7–15 days |
| 3–10 kW | 15–30 days |
Approval timelines vary by DISCOM — see our step-by-step DISCOM approval guide. Correct system sizing keeps your net-metering application simple.