UP Solar Energy Policy 2022: Complete Guide
What Is the Policy?
The Uttar Pradesh Solar Energy Policy, 2022 covers utility-scale solar projects, solar parks, rooftop solar, floating solar, and solar equipment manufacturing. It is administered by the Additional Sources of Energy Department through UPNEDA (UP New & Renewable Energy Development Agency), with the Bundelkhand Solar Energy Zone as a focus area for a large state capacity-addition target.
Key Incentives
| What | Details |
|---|---|
| Land facilitation | For utility-scale and park projects |
| Capital subsidy | For solar equipment (modules, cells) manufacturing, treated as a manufacturing activity |
| Stamp & electricity duty | Exemption |
| Transmission & wheeling | Concessional charges |
| Banking facility | Available |
| Open access charges | Exemption for specified periods |
Is Net Metering Available?
Yes, per UPERC regulations for rooftop solar, with the state policy providing additional support for specified consumer categories.
How Does This Fit With Central Schemes?
Converges with PM Surya Ghar (rooftop), PM-KUSUM (agricultural pumps), and the solar PLI.
Who Is This For?
- Utility-scale solar and solar park developers
- Rooftop and floating solar project owners
- Solar module, cell, and equipment manufacturers
In built-up districts, rooftop solar on industrial sheds is the main practical opportunity, since utility-scale land isn't typically available there.
How to Apply
- Determine your project category โ utility-scale, rooftop, or manufacturing โ since incentive heads differ
- Approach UPNEDA as the nodal agency
- For rooftop, apply net metering per UPERC regulations
Frequently Asked Questions
Can solar manufacturing units get the same incentives as generation projects?
Manufacturing of modules, cells, and equipment is treated as a separate manufacturing activity with its own capital and other incentives, distinct from generation-project incentives like land facilitation and duty exemptions.
Can I combine this state policy with Central solar schemes?
Yes โ the policy is designed to work alongside PM Surya Ghar, PM-KUSUM, and the solar PLI, not instead of them.
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Official portal: upneda.org.in Administered by: Additional Sources of Energy Dept. / UPNEDA Last reviewed: Aug 2026
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