SolarSavings
Documentation Checklist for Karnataka Solar Applications
BESCOM and other Karnataka DISCOMs are notoriously strict regarding document mismatch. A single spelling error between your bill and your Aadhaar can pause your application for weeks.
Core Document Checklist
| Document | Purpose & Requirements |
|---|---|
| Latest Electricity Bill | Must be no older than 3 months. Verify the Account ID / RR Number and Sanctioned Load. |
| Aadhaar & PAN Card | Name must exactly match the name on the electricity bill. |
| Property Ownership Proof | Latest Property Tax receipt, Khata Certificate, or Sale Deed confirming you own the premises. |
| Cancelled Cheque | Must be in the applicant's name for direct DBT subsidy transfer. |
Handling Name Mismatches
If your house was inherited or the bill is still in the builder's name, you cannot apply for the subsidy under your name.
- Recommended Route: Apply for a formal Name Transfer on the BESCOM portal. Once the bill reflects your name, apply for solar.
- Temporary Route: Some sub-divisions may accept an Affidavit on ₹100 stamp paper declaring your legal right to the property, but this is at the discretion of the local AEE and often causes delays.