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Mukhyamantri Saur Swarojgar Yojana - Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency

The scheme aims to promote self-employment among the residents of Uttarakhand by enabling them to establish and operate solar power projects, thereby generating clean energy, providing a sustainable source of income, and encouraging entrepreneurship.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Under the scheme, self-employment is provided to eligible applicants/beneficiaries through the allocation of solar power projects with capacities of 20, 25, 50, 100, and 200 kW, as detailed below: | - 20 kW: Project cost ₹10 lakh; land required – 300 sq. meters. | - 25 kW: Project cost ₹12.50 lakh; land required – 300 sq. meters. | - 50 kW: Project cost ₹25.00 lakh; land required – 700–1000 sq. meters. | - 100 kW: Project cost ₹50.00 lakh; land required – 1500–2000 sq. meters. | - 200 kW: Project cost ₹100.00 lakh; land required – 3000–4000 sq. meters. | (Selected candidates will be provided loans from Uttarakhand State/District Cooperative Banks at an interest rate of 8%. Additionally, beneficiaries will be eligible for incentives and benefits under the MSME Policy-2023, provided by the Industries Department.) | The electricity generated from the allotted solar projects will be purchased by Uttarakhand Power Corporation Limited (UPCL) for a period of 25 years. Payments to beneficiaries will be made according to the prevailing tariff rates for the electricity sold.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.; Only one solar power plant will be allotted per family, and each applicant is eligible for only one project.; To avail benefits under the current MSME Policy, the allottee must apply under this scheme as a proprietorship. Applications in the form of a partnership firm, company, trust, or society will not be permitted.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who can apply for the scheme?

Only permanent residents of Uttarakhand are eligible to apply.

Can one family apply for more than one solar power project?

No. Only one solar power plant will be allotted per family, and only one applicant from the family can apply.

What sizes of solar power projects are available under the scheme?

Solar power projects of 20 kW, 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, and 200 kW capacities are available.

How is financial assistance provided under the scheme?

Selected candidates are provided loans from Uttarakhand State/District Cooperative Banks at an interest rate of 8%.

Are there any additional incentives under the scheme?

Yes. Beneficiaries are eligible for incentives provided by the Industries Department under the MSME Policy-2023.

For how long will UPCL buy electricity from the beneficiaries?

UPCL will purchase electricity from the beneficiaries for a period of 25 years.

How can applicants submit their application?

Applications must be submitted online through the portal https://msy.uk.gov.in/.