The Ministry of Energy has implemented changes to the net metering policy, with revised billing now in effect for consumers with solar installations. A key change is the reduction in the export rate paid to consumers for supplying excess electricity to the national grid.
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The new rate has been lowered by 66 paisa per unit, from Rs. 25.98 to Rs. 25.32 per unit. This adjustment applies to the January 2026 billing cycle onward. Additionally, the updated policy introduces restrictions on exporting units beyond the approved Distributed Generation (DG) capacity of a consumer’s solar system and implements a new adjustment formula for billing.
Energy experts suggest these revisions may decrease the financial returns for households and businesses that have invested in solar power under the net metering scheme.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. For precise calculations and official policy details, consumers should contact their respective power distribution company (e.g., LESCO, IESCO, K-Electric) or consult the latest official notification from the Ministry of Energy.
FAQs on the New Net Metering Policy
1. What is the new export rate under the revised policy?
The export rate has been reduced from Rs. 25.98 to Rs. 25.32 per unit.
2. When does this new policy take effect?
The changes apply from the January 2026 billing cycle.
3. What does “restriction on export beyond approved DG capacity” mean?
It limits the amount of electricity you can send to the grid based on your installed solar system’s approved capacity. Any export beyond this limit may not be credited.
4. How will this affect solar panel owners?
The financial benefit of exporting surplus power to the grid will be slightly reduced, which may extend the payback period for solar investments.
5. Where can I get official information regarding my billing?
Contact your local power distribution company (e.g., LESCO, IESCO, MEPCO, K-Electric) for consumer-specific billing details and official policy documents.
