Solar for Housing Societies

The RWA or managing committee needs to pass a resolution approving the solar installation — typically at an Annual General Meeting (AGM) or an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) called specifically for this purpose. A simple majority vote is usually sufficient under most society bye-laws. FGPS Solar provides a complete documentation package: a feasibility report, detailed proposal with ROI projections, per-unit cost-sharing breakdown, subsidy confirmation letter, and a draft resolution for the committee to adopt. We are also happy to attend the meeting and present directly to residents to answer questions — at no charge.

There are three common approaches societies use. First, a one-time special levy proportional to flat size (sq ft) or equal per unit — the most straightforward method. Second, payment from the existing society maintenance corpus or sinking fund if it has sufficient balance. Third, an EMI arrangement where the society takes a solar loan and repays from monthly savings on the electricity bill — effectively making the system cash-flow positive from Month 1. FGPS Solar helps you model all three options with detailed financials so the committee can choose what suits your society best.

FGPS Solar offers comprehensive Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) that cover preventive maintenance, remote system monitoring, fault diagnosis and rectification, cleaning scheduling reminders, and inverter/component warranty claims management. Solar panels themselves require very little upkeep — primarily periodic cleaning to remove dust, which can be done by your existing housekeeping staff following our simple guidelines. The system comes with a 25-year performance warranty on panels and a 10-year warranty on inverters. Your society's committee simply receives a monthly performance report — no technical knowledge needed.

Yes — housing societies are eligible for net metering in Rajasthan under the RERC (Rooftop Solar Power Plants) Regulations. The net meter is installed on the society's common electricity connection. Any surplus solar energy exported to the DISCOM grid earns units credit that offsets future common-area grid consumption. The benefit accrues to the society as a whole through reduced common electricity bills, which translates directly to lower maintenance charges for all residents. FGPS Solar handles the complete net metering application and liaises with JVVNL, AVVNL, or JDVVNL on your behalf from application to approval.

For most medium-to-large housing societies in Rajasthan, payback is achieved within 4 to 6 years. With the government capital subsidy of up to 40% reducing the upfront cost, and Rajasthan's 300+ sunny days providing excellent generation, the economics are among the best in India. After payback, the system generates free electricity for the remaining 19–21 years of its 25-year design life — delivering net lifetime savings of ₹40–80 lakhs for a typical 40–60 kW installation. The system also appreciates property values, which is an additional financial benefit for every flat owner.