- Assam runs through APDCL; each NE state has its own DISCOM or power department.
- Empanelment is per-DISCOM and not portable — empanel in each NE state you serve.
- Register free on the National Portal, then add a PBG per state (₹2.5L estimate — verify).
- The central subsidy caps at ₹78,000 at 3 kW+; NE states may get extra special-category support (verify).
- NE DISCOM/agency names change — verify each state's nodal agency before you apply.
PM Surya Ghar in Assam and the North-East means working with many small DISCOMs and state power departments, each with its own empanelment. Assam runs through APDCL; the seven sister states each have their own agency. This guide maps the DISCOMs, the empanelment file, net metering and subsidy — and flags every state-specific detail as an estimate to verify.
PM Surya Ghar in the North-East at a glance
PM Surya Ghar in the North-East is the national rooftop solar scheme delivered through each state's distribution company or power department. The central subsidy, document rules and Performance Bank Guarantee are national, while the state agency handles empanelment, feasibility, net metering and inspection. The North-East is different in two ways: the agencies are smaller and sometimes are government power departments, and the region is treated as special-category for several central schemes.
For an installer, the practical effect is that each state is a separate empanelment and a separate PBG. There is no single North-East registration. Plan around the states you can realistically reach with crews and after-sales service.
DISCOMs and nodal agencies across the NE states
The table below lists the likely distribution company or power department for each North-East state. These names change and some states reorganise their power utilities, so treat the table as an orientation estimate and verify the current nodal agency for each state with the state energy department or the National Portal before you apply.
Agency names are estimates — verify per state.
APDCL in Assam
APDCL — the Assam Power Distribution Company Limited — is the state distribution company and the nodal DISCOM for PM Surya Ghar across Assam. Assam is the largest North-East market by population and rooftop potential, so it is usually the first state EPCs target in the region. Confirm the current APDCL process and portal links before you apply.
Why Assam comes first
Assam has the densest urban base in the North-East, around Guwahati and the Brahmaputra valley towns, plus a single statewide DISCOM that simplifies empanelment within the state. Many EPCs build an Assam operation first, then extend to neighbouring states once their crews and supply chain are settled.
How empanelment works across the North-East
Empanelment follows the national two-layer pattern: you register your firm on the National Portal, then the state DISCOM or power department empanels you. Because empanelment is per-DISCOM, each North-East state is a separate approval and a separate PBG.
Register your firm on the National Portal
Enter your firm PAN, GST and contact details on pmsuryaghar.gov.in and verify by OTP. This national layer is the same for every NE state.
Select the NE state and districts
Pick the state and districts you can serve — Assam under APDCL, or another NE state under its DISCOM or power department.
Upload documents and the PBG
Attach your contractor licence, trained-staff proof and a ₹2.5 lakh Performance Bank Guarantee per state (estimate — verify the current amount and format).
DISCOM review and empanelment
The state DISCOM or power department reviews your file and PBG, then empanels you. Empanelment is per-DISCOM, so each NE state is a separate empanelment.
For multi-state EPCs, the scope decision matters most here. See registration scope for single, multi-state and all-India options, and DISCOM empanelment for the portability rule.
Documents and the Performance Bank Guarantee
The document set is the standard national list. Have your firm PAN, GST certificate, incorporation or partnership proof, a valid electrical contractor licence, a cancelled cheque, proof of at least three Suryamitra or SCGJ-trained technicians, and the Performance Bank Guarantee ready before you start.
PBG per state
The single-state PBG is commonly ₹2.5 lakh, valid for five years, but the exact amount and format vary, so treat the figure as an estimate and verify with each state's DISCOM. A multi-state EPC across, say, Assam, Meghalaya and Tripura carries ₹2.5 lakh per state. An all-India vendor submits one ₹25 lakh PBG through REC Limited and can work in any state. The portal registration itself is free. See our vendor registration guide for the full document walk-through.
Net metering in the North-East
Net metering in the North-East is applied for through the state DISCOM or power department after the rooftop system is installed. Systems up to 10 kW carry deemed feasibility under the Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules 2020, which helps small residential connections move faster.
What to confirm
Smaller states sometimes have less developed net-metering processes and longer manual steps. Confirm the current net-metering policy, the meter-supply route and the settlement period with the relevant state agency before you commit a customer to an export arrangement. Our net metering process guide covers the common steps.
Subsidy and special-category support
The central PM Surya Ghar subsidy in the North-East is the same base scheme: ₹30,000 per kW up to 2 kW plus ₹18,000 for the third kW, capping at ₹78,000 for systems of 3 kW and above. The subsidy is calculated on the MNRE benchmark cost, not your quote, and is paid directly to the customer by DBT after commissioning and net-meter installation.
Special-category states — verify the extra support
The North-East states are treated as special-category states under several central schemes, and PM Surya Ghar can include extra central financial support for the region. The exact special-category CFA can change and may differ by state, so treat any enhanced figure as an estimate and verify the current amount with MNRE or your state nodal agency before you quote it to a customer.
Market context for North-East installers
The North-East market is smaller and more spread out than the big mainland states. Demand is concentrated in a few urban centres — Guwahati, Shillong, Agartala, Imphal — with thinner, harder-to-reach rural demand beyond them. Logistics, terrain and weather add real cost, and supply chains for panels and inverters are longer than in the west or south.
The honest takeaway is to grow state by state, not all at once. Disbursement is commonly quoted at 15 to 30 days after the commissioning certificate in theory, but field experience often runs 30 to 90 days or more — treat these as estimates and plan cash flow for the longer end, which matters more when each site is far from your base.
Common mistakes North-East EPCs make
The biggest mistakes in the region are about agency names and over-extension, on top of the usual documentation issues.
- Assuming a single NE registration exists — each state is a separate empanelment and PBG.
- Using an outdated agency name — verify the current DISCOM or power department per state.
- Name mismatch across Aadhaar, electricity bill and bank — the number-one DBT failure nationally.
- Over-extending crews — only select districts you can service and support after install.
- Quoting special-category CFA without checking — verify the enhanced amount with MNRE / the state agency.
How SuryaHub helps EPCs expanding across the North-East
Many small DISCOMs mean many logins, document sets, PBGs and net-metering processes. SuryaHub keeps every North-East DISCOM login, document set, PBG and renewal date in one place, and runs each job from lead through DISCOM and net-metering steps to subsidy-claim tracking — so nothing that gates the subsidy slips between states. SuryaHub is pre-revenue; real pilots are Suryantra Energy and RGESPL, and figures here are scheme facts, not guarantees.
Run every NE state in one place
See how SuryaHub tracks empanelments, PBGs and subsidy claims across states.
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Frequently asked questions
Which DISCOM runs PM Surya Ghar in Assam?+
PM Surya Ghar in Assam runs through APDCL, the Assam Power Distribution Company Limited, the state distribution company. EPCs empanel with APDCL for the Assam districts they serve. Empanelment is per-DISCOM and not portable to other North-East states. Confirm the current APDCL process before you apply.
Do I need a separate empanelment for each North-East state?+
Yes. PM Surya Ghar empanelment is per-DISCOM and not portable, so an EPC working across the North-East empanels separately in each state under its DISCOM or power department, and carries a Performance Bank Guarantee for each. A multi-state vendor pays roughly ₹2.5 lakh PBG per state, which is an estimate to verify.
Which agencies handle PM Surya Ghar in the smaller North-East states?+
In the smaller North-East states, PM Surya Ghar is often handled by the state power department rather than a separate DISCOM company, such as the Department of Power in Nagaland or Arunachal Pradesh. The exact agency names change, so verify the current nodal agency for each state before you apply.
Is there extra subsidy support for North-East states?+
The North-East states are treated as special-category states under several central schemes, and PM Surya Ghar can include extra central financial support for them. The exact special-category CFA can change, so treat any enhanced figure as an estimate and verify the current amount with MNRE or your state nodal agency.
How does SuryaHub help EPCs expanding across the North-East?+
SuryaHub keeps every North-East DISCOM login, document set, PBG and net-metering step in one place, and runs each job from lead to subsidy claim so nothing that gates the subsidy is missed across states. SuryaHub is pre-revenue; real pilots are Suryantra Energy and RGESPL.
Sources & references
North-East DISCOM names, net-metering and special-category details change. Always confirm the current agency, process and figures with the state nodal agency and the National Portal before you apply or quote a customer.
- National Portal for PM Surya Ghar ↗
Vendor registration, the consumer flow and document rules.
- Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) ↗
Scheme guidelines, the special-category-state CFA and PBG rules.
- Assam Power Distribution Company Ltd (APDCL) ↗
Assam state DISCOM for empanelment and net metering — verify current details.
Written by the SuryaHub team · reviewed against MNRE, National Portal & APDCL sources · updated 19 June 2026.
Method: Scheme facts come from the government sources above and are re-checked every 30 days. NE DISCOM names, special-category CFA, PBG amounts and timelines are estimates — verify per state. SuryaHub is pre-revenue; only Suryantra Energy and RGESPL are real pilots.
Change log: 19 Jun 2026 — first published.