CM Punjab Solar Scheme 2026

Punjab’s Roshan Gharana Solar Scheme gives free solar kits to households with low electricity usage, so families can cut their monthly bills without buying a system out of pocket. Here’s who qualifies, how selection works, and how to check your status in 2026.

What Is the Roshan Gharana Solar Scheme?

Also known as the CM Punjab Free Solar Panel Scheme, this programme was launched under Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif to shift low-consumption households toward solar power. The government covers the cost of the panels, mounting structure, and installation for eligible families.

Unlike a full home solar system built for running an AC or a motor, this scheme provides a basic 550W to 1,100W kit. That’s enough to power a few fans, lights, and small appliances — not heavy electrical loads. The first phase targets around 100,000 households, with distribution happening district by district as more units become available.

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Who Qualifies for a Free Solar Kit

Selection criteria are checked automatically once you register, based on your electricity connection and usage history. You’re likely eligible if:

• You hold a valid Punjab CNIC and are a permanent resident of the province.
• You have an active electricity connection from a DISCO (LESCO, MEPCO, FESCO, etc.).
• Your sanctioned load is under 2kW.
• Your average monthly consumption falls between 0 and 200 units, based on your last several bills.
• You have no history of unpaid bills, defaults, or electricity theft.

Households consuming more than 200 units a month don’t qualify for this particular kit — that usage level needs a larger, net-metered system rather than the basic free package this scheme provides.

How Selection Works

Because far more households apply than the number of kits available in each phase, selection happens through computerised balloting rather than first-come, first-served processing. This means:

• Meeting the eligibility criteria gets you into the ballot pool — it doesn’t guarantee a kit.
• Results are announced phase by phase, and district allocations vary depending on how many systems are released for that round.
• If you’re not selected in one phase, your application typically carries forward to the next round rather than requiring a fresh application.

How to Check Your Application Status

You can check your status in two ways, depending on what’s convenient for you.

Online Portal

1. Visit the official Punjab solar scheme portal.
2. Enter your 13-digit CNIC number without dashes.
3. Enter your electricity bill reference number if asked.
4. Complete the captcha and submit.
5. Your current status will display on screen, along with next steps if you’ve been selected.

Only use the official government portal for this — several fake pages and Facebook groups claim to check status or promise “guaranteed approval,” and none of them are affiliated with the real scheme.

SMS Method

If you don’t have internet access, send your CNIC number and electricity bill reference number to 8800. You’ll receive a reply confirming your eligibility or current status. This method is quicker but gives less detail than the online portal.

Understanding Your Status Message

Status	What It Means
Shortlisted / Selected	You’ve been chosen in the ballot; a verification team will contact you
Pending	Your application is still under review
In-Process	You’ve passed initial checks; a site visit is being scheduled
Not Eligible	You didn’t meet the criteria — often due to units over 200 or a data mismatch
Quota Full	You’re eligible, but your district’s allocation is full for this phase

If your status shows “Not Eligible” due to a data mismatch, double-check that the address on your CNIC matches the address on your electricity bill before filing a complaint.

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Documents Needed for Verification

Once selected, a district team physically verifies your details before installation. Keep these ready:

1. Original, valid CNIC
2. Latest paid electricity bill with your reference number
3. Proof of house ownership, or the landlord’s written permission if you’re renting
4. Two recent passport-size photographs
5. Your original application reference number or receipt

Incomplete or mismatched documents can get your application rejected even after you’ve been shortlisted online, so review everything carefully before the verification visit.

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What Happens During Installation

Once verification is complete, the process moves fairly quickly:

1. A technical team checks whether your roof gets enough sunlight and can safely hold the panels.
2. The solar panels, inverter, and mounting equipment are delivered to your home.
3. Engineers install the system, usually within a single day.
4. The system is connected and tested against your household’s load.
5. You sign a handover document confirming you’ve received the kit.

Installation teams are not authorise to collect any payment, tips, or “labour charges” from you. Report anyone who asks for money during this process to the scheme’s helpline.

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Getting Help

For questions, complaints, or help with a rejected application, reach out through:

• The scheme’s official toll-free helpline
• Your District Energy Office or the designated desk at your DC Office
• The official Punjab government solar scheme website — avoid third-party sites and unofficial Facebook pages entirely

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many electricity units can I use and still qualify?
Your average monthly usage should fall between 0 and 200 units, with a sanctioned load under 2kW.

Does selection happen automatically once I meet the criteria?
No. Because demand exceeds supply, eligible households enter a computerised ballot, and only a portion get select in each phase.

What size solar kit does this scheme provide?
A basic 550W to 1,100W kit designed for a few fans, lights, and small appliances — not air conditioners or motors.

What if I wasn’t select in this phase?
Your application generally carries forward into upcoming phases, so you don’t need to reapply from scratch.

How can I check my status without internet access?
Send your CNIC and electricity bill reference number by SMS to 8800 for a quick eligibility reply.

Is any payment require for installation?
No. The scheme is fully government-fund, and installation teams are not allow to ask for money.

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