CM Punjab Solar Scheme 2026: Free Panels & Apply

The CM Punjab Solar Scheme, also called Roshan Gharana, gives free and subsidized solar systems to households in Punjab to cut their electricity bills. This guide explains who is eligible, how to apply, and how winners are chosen, in simple words.

The scheme is aimed at low and middle electricity users. Applying is free, and beneficiaries are picked by a computerized ballot, so no agent can promise you a panel.

Who is eligible

Based on the reported criteria, you generally need to:

Be a permanent Punjab resident with a CNIC address in Punjab
Have monthly electricity use between about 50 and 500 units, with priority for 0 to 200 units
Own the property or have a landlord NOC if you rent
Have no record of electricity theft or meter tampering

Criteria can change, so confirm the current rules on the official portal.

What you get

As reported for 2026:

0 to 100 units: a 550-watt solar system at no cost
101 to 200 units: a 1,100-watt (1.1 kW) system at no cost
Higher usage: the government covers most of the cost and you pay a small share

Treat figures as “as of” their date and confirm the current terms on the official portal.

How to apply, step by step

Step 1: Apply by SMS or portal

Send your CNIC and electricity bill reference number to 8800, or apply on the official portal cmsolarscheme.punjab.gov.pk.

Step 2: Wait for the confirmation SMS

You receive a confirmation from the official government sender ID. Be careful of fake messages from other numbers.

Step 3: Selection by ballot

Beneficiaries are selected through a computerized ballot. Winners are informed by SMS.

Step 4: Installation

Selected households receive their solar system according to their electricity usage category.

Documents to keep ready

Your CNIC
A recent electricity bill (for the reference number and your usage)
Proof of ownership or a landlord NOC if you rent

Stay safe from fraud

Apply only via 8800 or cmsolarscheme.punjab.gov.pk.
Applying is free, and selection is by ballot, so no one can guarantee you a panel.
Never pay money or share an OTP with anyone.

To see what else your household may qualify for, try our free eligibility checker.

GoPunjab is an independent information website. We cannot register you or select you for a solar system. We only explain how the scheme works so you can apply correctly through the official channel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the CM Punjab Solar Scheme?

You must be a permanent Punjab resident with a CNIC address in Punjab, with monthly electricity use generally between 50 and 500 units (priority for 0 to 200 units). You must own the property or have a landlord NOC, and have no record of electricity theft or meter tampering. Confirm the current criteria on the official portal.

How do I apply for the Punjab solar panel scheme?

Apply by sending your CNIC and electricity bill reference number to 8800, or apply on the official portal cmsolarscheme.punjab.gov.pk. After applying, you get a confirmation SMS from the official government sender ID. Beneficiaries are selected through a computerized ballot, and winners are informed by SMS.

Is the solar system really free?

As reported for 2026, households using 0 to 100 units get a 550-watt system and those using 101 to 200 units get a 1,100-watt (1.1 kW) system at no cost. For higher usage, the government covers most of the cost and the consumer pays a small share. Confirm the current terms on the official portal.

What documents do I need for the solar scheme?

You generally need your CNIC and a recent electricity bill (for the reference number and your usage), plus proof of property ownership or a landlord NOC if you rent. Keep these ready. Requirements can change, so check the official portal cmsolarscheme.punjab.gov.pk for the current list.

How are winners of the solar scheme chosen?

Selection is made through a computerized, random ballot among eligible applicants, and winners receive a confirmation SMS from the official government sender ID. Being eligible does not guarantee selection in a given phase. Beware of anyone who claims they can guarantee you a panel for a fee.