5kW Solar System in Hyderabad — Complete Price Guide
Larger Homes · Small Businesses · 3-Phase Connections · Net Metering Ready
A 5kW on-grid solar system is the ideal choice for 3–4 BHK homes, small offices, and businesses in Hyderabad that want to eliminate their electricity bill and export surplus units back to TSSPDCL under net metering. It generates 600–700 units per month and can cover virtually any residential load.
5kW Solar System Price in Hyderabad — 2026 Breakdown
The table below reflects realistic pricing for a 5kW on-grid system with Tier-1 ALMM-listed panels and a quality string inverter, inclusive of 12% GST and full installation including DISCOM net metering charges.
| Cost Component | Amount (INR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Panels (10–14 panels, Tier-1 ALMM) | ₹1,30,000–₹1,60,000 | Adani, Waaree, Vikram — 400W–540W each |
| On-Grid String Inverter | ₹40,000–₹55,000 | Sungrow, Growatt, Sofar — 5kW, single or 3-phase |
| Mounting Structure (GI / Aluminium) | ₹28,000–₹35,000 | Heavy-duty, wind-rated |
| DC/AC Wiring & Protection | ₹14,000–₹18,000 | DCDB, ACDB, SPD, earthing |
| Installation Labour | ₹15,000–₹20,000 | 2–3 day installation |
| DISCOM Net Meter & Approval | ₹5,000–₹8,000 | TSSPDCL / TSNPDCL fees |
| GST (12% on all components) | ₹28,000–₹35,000 | 12% GST rate |
| Gross Total (before subsidy) | ₹2,60,000–₹3,31,000 | Typical range |
| PM Surya Ghar Subsidy (capped at 3kW) | — ₹78,000 | For residential; no subsidy on 4th & 5th kW |
| Net Cost to You | ₹1,82,000–₹2,53,000 | Typical range after subsidy |
5kW Solar System Technical Specifications
| Specification | 5kW On-Grid System |
|---|---|
| System Capacity | 5 kWp (kilowatt-peak) |
| Number of Panels | 10–14 panels (400W–540W each, Tier-1 ALMM) |
| Inverter Type | On-grid string inverter, 5kW, single-phase or 3-phase |
| Roof Area Required | 20–28 sq. metres (shadow-free) |
| Monthly Generation (Hyderabad) | 600–700 kWh (5.5 PSH average) |
| Annual Generation | 7,200–8,400 kWh |
| CO₂ Offset (annual) | Approx. 5.8–6.8 tonnes |
| Panel Warranty | 25 years performance warranty |
| Inverter Warranty | 5–10 years (brand dependent) |
| Workmanship Warranty | 5 years (Sri Ishaan Solar) |
| Net Metering Eligibility | Yes — TSSPDCL / TSNPDCL approved |
| 3-Phase Compatible | Yes — with 3-phase inverter or split configuration |
| Best Suited For | 3–4 BHK home, small office, monthly bill ₹4,000–₹9,000+ |
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Who Should Choose a 5kW Solar System?
A 5kW solar system is the right choice when your energy needs go beyond what a 3kW system can cover, or when you want to export surplus units back to the grid for credit. Here are the ideal use cases:
Monthly bills of ₹5,000–₹10,000. Multiple ACs, geysers, large appliances running during the day.
Shops, clinics, offices with daytime loads. Pairs well with our commercial solar advisory.
Homes or businesses on 3-phase supply with higher sanctioned loads and heavy equipment.
Households that want to export surplus solar units to TSSPDCL and earn credits on their bill.
If you plan to add battery backup later, a 5kW inverter gives you the headroom for a hybrid upgrade.
Offset 5.8–6.8 tonnes of CO₂ annually — equivalent to planting 250+ trees every year.
3kW vs 5kW Solar System — Which is Right for You?
| Comparison | 3kW System | 5kW System |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly generation | 360–420 kWh | 600–700 kWh |
| Gross cost (before subsidy) | ₹1,66,000–₹2,11,000 | ₹2,60,000–₹3,31,000 |
| PMSG subsidy | ₹78,000 (maximum) | ₹78,000 (capped at 3kW) |
| Net cost after subsidy | ₹88,000–₹1,33,000 | ₹1,82,000–₹2,53,000 |
| Monthly savings | ₹1,500–₹2,000 | ₹2,500–₹3,500 |
| Payback period | 5–6 years | 5–7 years |
| Panels required | 6–8 panels | 10–14 panels |
| Roof area required | 12–16 sqm | 20–28 sqm |
| Best for monthly bill | ₹2,000–₹5,000 | ₹5,000–₹10,000+ |
| 3-phase compatible | Limited | Yes (with 3-phase inverter) |
Return on Investment — 5kW Solar in Hyderabad
Hyderabad's solar irradiance of 5.5 peak sun hours per day makes a 5kW system one of the highest-return solar investments you can make. Here is how the numbers work out:
| ROI Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Monthly generation | 600–700 kWh |
| Average TSSPDCL tariff (mid-slab) | ₹4.50–₹5.50/unit |
| Monthly electricity savings | ₹2,500–₹3,500 |
| Annual savings | ₹30,000–₹42,000 |
| Net investment (after ₹78K subsidy) | ₹1,82,000–₹2,53,000 |
| Payback period | 5–7 years |
| Free electricity after payback | 20+ years |
| Total lifetime savings (25 yr) | ₹7.5–₹10 lakh+ |
Net metering further enhances your returns. Units you generate but don't consume are exported to the TSSPDCL grid and credited against future bills — so you only pay for the net consumption at the end of each billing cycle. During weekends or holidays when consumption is lower, your meter runs backwards.
TSSPDCL Net Metering for Your 5kW System
Net metering is a billing arrangement where your solar system feeds surplus electricity into the TSSPDCL distribution grid, and those exported units are credited against the units you draw from the grid at night or during cloudy periods. For a 5kW system, this is especially valuable because your system will regularly generate more power than a single home consumes during daytime hours.
- A bi-directional meter records both import (from grid) and export (to grid)
- At billing time: Bill = (Units imported × tariff) − (Units exported × feed-in rate)
- Export credits carry forward if you export more than you consume in a month
- Sri Ishaan Solar handles the complete net metering application — DISCOM feasibility, technical drawing, inspection coordination, and meter installation
Sri Ishaan Solar is a TGREDCO-empanelled installer (Reg. TSRE260936), which is required for DISCOM net metering approvals. We have handled net metering applications across all TSSPDCL and TSNPDCL divisions in Hyderabad and Telangana.
Our Installation Process — 5kW System
- Free site survey — roof assessment, shading analysis, load study, 3-phase compatibility check, DISCOM connection verification.
- Custom quotation — itemised quote with exact brands, PMSG subsidy breakdown (₹78K on 3kW, zero on remaining 2kW), net metering details, ROI projection.
- DISCOM pre-approval — TSSPDCL/TSNPDCL feasibility request filed; we track approval and notify you.
- PMSG portal registration — we register you on pmsuryaghar.gov.in and vendor-map your application.
- Installation (2–3 days) — Tier-1 ALMM panels, 5kW string inverter, heavy-duty galvanised mounting structure.
- DISCOM inspection & net meter — TSSPDCL engineer visits, bi-directional net meter installed.
- Subsidy credit — ₹78,000 deposited to your bank account within 30 days of inspection approval.
Frequently Asked Questions — 5kW Solar System Hyderabad
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