Ministry : Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (Not Applicable)

Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)

Subject : Extra Ordinary

Overview [Gazette of India: Extraordinary, Part II, Sec. 3(ii)]

This notification from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy mandates Aadhaar-based authentication for beneficiaries of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (free electricity for rooftop solar), detailing identity verification, enrolment, fallback mechanisms, and special provisions for children.

Key Points

• Aadhaar authentication or proof of possession is required to receive benefits under the scheme.
• Individuals without an Aadhaar number must apply for enrolment; the Agency facilitates enrolment/updates through Registrars and convenient centres.
• Multiple identity documents are accepted when Aadhaar is unavailable (e-passport, ration card, educational certificates, driving licence, etc.).
• Biometric failures trigger alternative authentication modes (other biometrics or OTP); offline verification via UIDAI QR/e-KYC is allowed.
• Children are not denied benefits; identity and relationship with parent/guardian are verified via specified documents.
• The notification came into effect upon publication in the official Gazette (12 March 2026).

Summary

The notification operationalises Aadhaar-based identity verification for the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, ensuring streamlined access to rooftop solar subsidies while providing robust fallback options and child-inclusive provisions to protect beneficiary access and scheme integrity.