What Is Net Metering?
Net Metering allows you to export extra solar electricity to JBVNL’s grid and get units credited in your bill.
This reduces your monthly electricity bill significantly.
Net Metering Rules in Jharkhand (2025 Latest Update)
What Is Net Metering?
Net Metering allows you to export extra solar electricity to JBVNL’s grid and get units credited in your bill.
This reduces your monthly electricity bill significantly.
Net Metering Rules in Jharkhand (2025 Latest Update)
Rooftop Solar Up to 10 kW – No Feasibility Approval Needed
As per JBVNL Office Order (June 2024):
- No site inspection needed for 1–10 kW systems
- Applications are auto-approved once documents are submitted
- Faster installation + faster meter approval
Who Can Apply for Net Metering?
- Household owners
- Apartments & housing societies
- Shops, offices, and small businesses
- C&I consumers (up to sanctioned load limits)
Required Documents
- Aadhaar / PAN
- Latest electricity bill
- Property ownership proof
- Solar plant details (shared by EPC)
- SLD & technical documents (prepared by VolantisEdge)
Net Metering Process in Jharkhand
Step 1: Apply on JBVNL portal
Step 2: Online document verification
Step 3: Feasibility approval (auto-approved for ≤10 kW)
Step 4: Plant installation
Step 5: Testing & commissioning
Step 6: Net meter installation by JBVNL
Step 7: Net Metering Agreement
Total timeline: 12–30 days if documentation is correct.
Benefits of Net Metering
- Reduce electricity bill by 60–90%
- Export excess energy to grid
- Credits adjusted in next month’s bill
- Long-term savings for 25+ years
- Increases property value
Conclusion
Net Metering is one of the biggest reasons Jharkhand homeowners and businesses are switching to solar.
VolantisEdge provides complete documentation, DISCOM coordination, and end-to-end solar installation.