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Shops, offices and factories do not get the home subsidy, but the economics can still be stronger.
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Business owners often ask for solar subsidy in Raipur and are surprised to hear that the headline scheme does not apply to them. The good news is that commercial economics are strong without it. This guide explains what is and is not available and how to build the case.
Quick answer: no residential subsidy for commercial connections; payback is commonly four to five years, helped by depreciation and finance.
| Benefit | How it works | Check with |
|---|---|---|
| Higher tariff savings | Each unit avoided is worth more than for a home | Your bills |
| Accelerated depreciation | Reduces taxable income early | Chartered accountant |
| Bank finance | EMI funded by savings | Your bank |
| Net metering | Credit for exported units | CSPDCL |
A showroom paying Rs 14,000 a month installs 15 kW for about Rs 8 lakh. Annual savings are about Rs 1.8 to 2.2 lakh. Depreciation lowers the effective cost in the early years, shortening payback to about three and a half to four and a half years. Combined with a bank loan whose EMI is close to the saving, the showroom effectively funds the plant from savings.
See solar for shops and MSMEs and commercial solar installation in Raipur.
Depreciation lets a business deduct part of an asset's cost from taxable income over time. Accelerated depreciation allows a larger deduction in the early years. For a solar plant, this can reduce tax meaningfully in year one. The exact rate and eligibility depend on current tax law and your entity type, so ask your chartered accountant to confirm before you decide. Never rely on a rate quoted in an article, including this one.
| Route | Upfront cash | Monthly outgo | Who gets depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pay in cash | Full cost | None | You, if you own the plant |
| Bank loan | Down payment | EMI, covered by savings | You, if you own the plant |
| PPA or OPEX | Nil | Per-unit charge | The developer |
Strong tariffs make up for a missing subsidy. For the basics of solar in Raipur, read our cost and savings guide, and use the solar Raipur locality guide for your area. Our page on PM Surya Ghar Yojna in Raipur lists the slabs, and the solar subsidy in Raipur service handles the paperwork. A trusted solar company in Raipur should survey your roof; use the checklist for the best solar company in Raipur to compare, and ask about solar installation in Raipur. More articles are on the solar blog.
No. The scheme supports residential connections. Commercial users benefit through lower bills and possible depreciation.
Businesses can claim accelerated depreciation on solar plants under current tax rules; confirm the rate for your entity with your accountant.
Yes, banks finance commercial solar. Terms depend on the bank and your profile.
Commonly about four to five years for commercial rooftops because of higher tariffs and daytime use.
Support for businesses varies and changes; ask CREDA and the distribution company.
Visit C-29, Sector 3, Devendra Nagar, Raipur, Chhattisgarh 492001, call 083051 31420 or send your details online for a free survey and a written quotation, with the subsidy worked out. Our solar installation in Raipur team replies the same working day.
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