Net Metering in Uttar Pradesh: Step-by-Step Process
Net metering is what lets a grid-tied solar system export surplus power and receive credit against your consumption. Here's how the process works across Uttar Pradesh's different DISCOM zones.
What Net Metering Does
A net meter measures both the power you draw from the grid and the power you export back to it. At each billing cycle, your DISCOM nets these two figures against each other, so any surplus solar generation during the day offsets your consumption at night.
Which DISCOM Covers Your Area
| City / Area | DISCOM |
|---|---|
| Lucknow, Barabanki, Raebareli, Sitapur, Unnao | Madhyanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam (MVVNL) |
| Kanpur city | Kanpur Electricity Supply Company (KESCO) |
| Ayodhya, Sultanpur, Gorakhpur, Varanasi | Poorvanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam (PuVVNL) |
| Prayagraj | Dakshinanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam (DVVNL) |
The Application Process
Documentation
Ownership proof, latest electricity bill and the system's single-line diagram are compiled for submission.
Application Submission
The net metering application is filed with your DISCOM through their designated portal or office.
Site Inspection
The DISCOM typically conducts a site inspection to verify the installation matches the application.
Bidirectional Meter Installation
Once approved, the DISCOM installs a bidirectional meter that tracks both import and export.
How Long It Takes
Timelines vary by DISCOM and current application volume, but net metering approval typically takes a few weeks after a complete application is submitted. We track each application on your behalf and follow up with the DISCOM office directly, so you're not left chasing the process yourself.
Common Delays and How to Avoid Them
The most common causes of delay are incomplete documentation or a mismatch between the application and the as-installed system. Because we handle both the installation and the net metering filing, we ensure the single-line diagram and physical installation match exactly, avoiding this common source of back-and-forth with the DISCOM.