Net Metering in Madhya Pradesh: A Step-by-Step Guide for Mahakoshal
Net metering is what turns your rooftop into a two-way power station, and getting it approved with MP DISCOM is the step that trips up most first-time solar owners. Here's how it actually works across Mahakoshal.
What net metering does
A normal meter only counts electricity flowing into your home. A net meter is bi-directional: it also counts the surplus solar you send back to the grid. At the end of the billing cycle you pay only for the net: what you imported minus what you exported.
On a bright day your panels often make more than you use; that surplus builds a credit that offsets the power you draw at night. Done right, your bill can fall close to zero.
The MP process, step by step
- Apply to your DISCOM (MPMKVVCL for the eastern region covering Jabalpur) with your consumer number, sanctioned load and proposed system size.
- Feasibility approval. The DISCOM confirms your connection and transformer can accept the system.
- Install the system with approved components and safety gear (DCDB/ACDB, earthing).
- Apply for the net meter and submit the test report.
- Meter installation & inspection by the DISCOM.
- Commissioning. Your system goes live and net settlement begins.
Timelines and common hold-ups
The whole process usually takes a few weeks. The delays almost always come from incomplete or incorrect paperwork: wrong load details, missing test reports, or sizing that exceeds sanctioned load. This is exactly where a local, DISCOM-experienced installer saves you weeks.
Sizing rules to know
- Your system size is generally capped in relation to your sanctioned load.
- The PM Surya Ghar subsidy caps at 3 kW for residential.
- Exporting far beyond your consumption isn't rewarded, so size to your usage.
We handle the paperwork
At Khyati Enterprises we prepare and file every form (DISCOM application, feasibility, net-meter request, test reports and the PM Surya Ghar registration) so you don't spend weeks chasing approvals. Talk to us about your connection, or read our guide on how much solar you actually need.
Frequently asked questions
What is net metering?
Net metering lets your rooftop solar export surplus power to the grid. A bi-directional net meter records what you import and export, and you're billed only on the net difference.
How long does net metering approval take in MP?
Typically a few weeks after installation: application, feasibility approval, meter installation and inspection. A registered installer can move it faster by preparing the paperwork correctly the first time.
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