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C&I Solar Finance & Tax Incentives
We Structure the Best Deal for You.

From accelerated depreciation and GST input tax credit to zero-capex RESCO and Open Access — we navigate every financial lever available to commercial and industrial solar buyers.

💡 Section 32 Accelerated Depreciation — claim 40% of solar system cost as tax deduction in Year 1. Cuts effective payback by 1–2 years. Get a Tax Benefit Estimate →
Financial Incentives for C&I Solar

Three Ways to Reduce Your Solar Investment Cost

Commercial and industrial solar buyers have multiple financial levers available — from tax benefits to zero-capex models. We identify and structure the right combination for your facility.

5%
GST Benefit

GST Input Tax Credit (ITC)

GST-registered C&I entities can claim Input Tax Credit on the 5% GST paid on solar panels, inverters, mounting structures and installation — effectively reducing the net system cost.

  • Applicable to all GST-registered businesses
  • Reduces net cost by ~4–5% on a typical system
  • Improves payback period by 3–6 months
  • Can be offset against output GST liability
40%
Income Tax Benefit

Accelerated Depreciation — Section 32

Under Section 32 of the Income Tax Act, businesses can claim 40% accelerated depreciation on solar plant & machinery in Year 1 — significantly reducing effective capital outlay.

  • 40% depreciation in Year 1 on system cost
  • Saves ₹12–24L in tax on a ₹1–2 Cr system (30% bracket)
  • Available to all C&I entities (not individuals)
  • Reduces net payback period by 1–2 years
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Zero Investment

RESCO / PPA Model

If subsidies and capital are both barriers, RESCO eliminates upfront investment entirely. ARIA Green Energy funds the full system — you only pay monthly energy bills 20% below DISCOM rates.

  • Zero capital expenditure required
  • Savings from Month 1 of commissioning
  • 15–20 year Power Purchase Agreement
  • Performance-guaranteed tariff
Feed Your Excess to the Grid

Net Metering — How It Works

Net metering allows you to export surplus solar generation to the DISCOM grid and get credit against your consumption at night or on cloudy days. Effectively, your rooftop becomes a generator and your electricity bill drops to near zero.

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Daytime: Generate & Consume

Your solar panels generate power. Your facility consumes it directly — no DISCOM charge.

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Excess: Export to Grid

Surplus power flows back to the DISCOM grid. Your bi-directional meter records the export.

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Night: Draw from Credit

At night, you draw grid power — but offset against your export credits. Monthly bill = only the net difference.

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State-wise Net Metering Rules

State DISCOM Max Capacity Export Rate
Telangana TSSPDCL / TSNPDCL 1 MW Avoided cost tariff
Andhra Pradesh APEPDCL / APSPDCL 1 MW ₹2.50–3.50/kWh
Karnataka BESCOM / GESCOM 500 kW–2 MW ₹2.85–4.00/kWh

Our Net Metering Track Record

We've processed net metering applications with TSSPDCL, APEPDCL, and BESCOM. Our process typically achieves DISCOM approval in 45–60 days — vs the industry average of 90–120 days — because we know exactly who to follow up with.

Flexible Finance

Every Budget Has a Solar Solution

From outright purchase to zero-cost RESCO — we've structured every possible financing model so that "we can't afford it" is never the real answer.

Model Upfront Cost Who Owns System Best For Monthly Saving
Outright Purchase ₹30L–3 Cr+ You Maximum lifetime savings, tax benefit seekers Highest (100% savings post-payback)
Solar Loan (EMI) 20–30% down payment You Spread cost; savings offset most of EMI Net savings from Month 1 in most cases
RESCO / PPA ₹0 ARIA Green Energy Cash-flow priority; no capex appetite 20% below DISCOM rate from Day 1
Lease Model ₹0 Leasing company Mid-term option; asset transfer possible Typically 10–15% below DISCOM
SIDBI Green Scheme 10% margin You MSMEs — low interest rate (7–8%) High; subsidised finance reduces effective cost

Banking Partners We Work With

🏦 HDFC Bank Solar Loan
🏦 Tata Capital Green Finance
🏦 SIDBI MSME Energy
🏦 SBI Solar Energy Loan
For Large Consumers

Open Access Solar — For Loads Above 1 MW

Industrial facilities with demand above 1 MW can access solar power through Open Access — bypassing the DISCOM entirely and sourcing directly from a solar plant at ₹2.5–3.5/kWh vs DISCOM's ₹7–10/kWh. Savings: 35–55%.

  • Eligible if connected load exceeds 1 MW
  • Wheeling charges + cross-subsidy surcharge applies
  • Net saving still 30–40% vs DISCOM tariff
  • Group captive: multiple consumers pooling demand for a shared plant
  • Long-term PPA with solar developer: 15–25 years
  • Carbon credits from the open access plant registered separately
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Group Captive Structure

Your Consortium. Your Solar Plant.

5–8 businesses (schools + hotels + warehouses) with collective demand of 1–2 MW can form a consortium and build a ground-mount solar plant together. Each entity gets power at ₹2.5–3.5/kWh. No single entity bears the full capex.

₹2.5
Per kWh — Open Access
₹8.5
Per kWh — DISCOM Avg

= 70% reduction in per-unit cost

Common Questions

Finance & Incentives FAQs

How do I claim accelerated depreciation? ▼
Under Section 32 of the IT Act, solar power generating equipment qualifies for 80% accelerated depreciation in Year 1. You'll need the commissioning certificate and invoice from us. Your CA claims this in the ITR for that financial year. We provide all supporting documents.
How long does net metering take in Hyderabad? ▼
TSSPDCL's official timeline is 30 days, but in practice it takes 45–75 days for inspection, meter installation, and go-live. We've consistently achieved this in 47–60 days through proactive follow-up. We handle the entire application — you don't need to visit the DISCOM office.
Can a school get zero-cost solar through RESCO? ▼
Yes. Schools are one of our preferred RESCO customers. We assess: rooftop size, monthly bill (minimum ₹1L/month for viability), DISCOM connection stability, and building tenure (we require at least 15 years of remaining lease or ownership). If all qualify, we offer full RESCO with no school investment required.
Are solar loans available for MSMEs? ▼
Yes. SIDBI's Energy Efficiency Financing scheme, HDFC Bank's Solar Loan, and SBI's Green Energy Loan all cover MSME solar installations. Rates range from 7–10.5%. We assist with documentation and coordinate directly with bank RMs to accelerate approval. Typical loan sanction time: 15–25 working days.
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Don't Leave Financial Incentives on the Table

We structure the right combination of accelerated depreciation, GST ITC, net metering, and financing for every project — at no extra charge.

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