TSSPDCL vs TSNPDCL Net Metering in Hyderabad — Which DISCOM Covers You? 2026 Guide
Telangana has two DISCOMs · Know which covers your area · Full process steps for both · Sri Ishaan Solar handles it end-to-end
మీరు TSSPDCL లేదా TSNPDCL వినియోగదారా? నెట్ మీటరింగ్ ప్రక్రియ ఏమిటి? Telangana's electricity distribution is split between two companies: TSSPDCL serves Hyderabad and southern districts; TSNPDCL serves northern districts. This guide explains which DISCOM covers your area, what the net metering application process involves, and how long it typically takes to activate your bi-directional meter after solar installation.
TSSPDCLHyderabad + South
TSNPDCLKarimnagar + North
30–60Days to Approval
₹78,000PMSG Subsidy
2Telangana DISCOMs
17TSSPDCL Districts
16TSNPDCL Districts
5 YrsWorkmanship Warranty
Which DISCOM Covers Your Area in Telangana?
Telangana's power distribution is divided between two state-owned companies formed after the bifurcation of APSPDCL and APNPDCL during Andhra Pradesh's reorganisation in 2014. Understanding which company covers your property is the first step before applying for solar net metering.
TSSPDCL — Telangana Southern Power Distribution Company Limited
Coverage: Southern Telangana including Hyderabad city, Ranga Reddy, Medchal-Malkajgiri, Nalgonda, Mahbubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Jogulamba Gadwal, Narayanpet, Suryapet, and surrounding districts.
Key localities in Hyderabad under TSSPDCL:
Bandlaguda
Kukatpally
Madhapur / HITEC City
LB Nagar
Uppal
Dilsukhnagar
Shamshabad
Kompally
Miyapur
Kondapur
Manikonda
Gachibowli
Serilingampally
Alwal
Ibrahimpatnam
Chevella
TSSPDCL website: tssouthernpower.com | Consumer helpline: 1912
TSNPDCL — Telangana Northern Power Distribution Company Limited
Coverage: Northern Telangana including Karimnagar, Warangal, Nizamabad, Khammam, Adilabad, Mancherial, Peddapalli, Rajanna Sircilla, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khamam, Yadadri Bhongir, Siddipet, Medak, Sangareddy, and surrounding northern districts.
Key towns under TSNPDCL:
Karimnagar city
Warangal city
Nizamabad city
Khammam city
Adilabad
Siddipet
Sangareddy
Medak
Nalgonda (partial)
TSNPDCL website: tsnpdcl.in | Consumer helpline: 1912
Not sure which DISCOM covers your property? Check your electricity bill — it will clearly state whether it is issued by TSSPDCL or TSNPDCL. The Service Connection (SC) number format also differs: TSSPDCL and TSNPDCL use distinct numbering series. Sri Ishaan Solar identifies your DISCOM during the site survey so you never have to navigate this yourself.
TSSPDCL vs TSNPDCL — Net Metering Process Comparison
Both DISCOMs follow the Telangana Electricity Regulatory Commission (TERC) net metering regulations and the national PM Surya Ghar portal framework. The core process is the same; the differences are mostly in volume, timelines, and local office handling:
| Factor | TSSPDCL (Hyderabad & South) | TSNPDCL (Karimnagar & North) |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage area | Hyderabad, Ranga Reddy, Nalgonda, Mahbubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy + others | Karimnagar, Warangal, Nizamabad, Khammam, Adilabad, Siddipet, Sangareddy + others |
| Application portal | pmsuryaghar.gov.in (national) + tssouthernpower.com (state) | pmsuryaghar.gov.in (national) + tsnpdcl.in (state) |
| Application filing requirement | Through TGREDCO-registered installer or consumer self-apply | Through TGREDCO-registered installer or consumer self-apply |
| Site inspection timeline | Typically 15–30 working days after application | Typically 10–25 working days after application (smaller volume) |
| Bi-directional meter installation | 5–15 working days after inspection approval | 5–10 working days after inspection approval |
| Total approval timeline | 30–60 working days (6–12 weeks) | 25–50 working days (5–10 weeks) |
| Net metering fee | As per TERC regulations (nominal processing fee) | As per TERC regulations (nominal processing fee) |
| System capacity limit (residential) | Up to sanctioned load capacity (typically up to 10kW for single-phase) | Up to sanctioned load capacity (typically up to 10kW for single-phase) |
| Export credit mechanism | Energy offset (units exported credited against units imported) | Energy offset (units exported credited against units imported) |
| Regulatory authority | TERC (Telangana Electricity Regulatory Commission) | TERC (Telangana Electricity Regulatory Commission) |
TSSPDCL Net Metering Application — Step-by-Step Process (Hyderabad)
For properties in Hyderabad and other TSSPDCL areas, here is the complete net metering process from solar installation to bi-directional meter activation:
- Install solar system with a TGREDCO-registered installer. This is the prerequisite. Only systems installed by TGREDCO-registered companies (like Sri Ishaan Solar, Reg. No. TSRE260936) are eligible for TSSPDCL net metering approval. The installer must use ALMM-listed panels.
- PMSG Portal Registration (for residential systems). Your installer registers the installation on pmsuryaghar.gov.in — the national PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana portal. This is mandatory for subsidy eligibility and also feeds into the DISCOM's workflow. Your Service Connection (SC) number, system capacity, panel details, and installer's TGREDCO number are entered here.
- File net metering application with TSSPDCL. Submit the net metering application at the concerned TSSPDCL Electrical Division Office or through the TSSPDCL online portal. Documents required include: latest electricity bill, proof of ownership/NOC, system technical specification sheet, single-line diagram, ALMM certificate, and installer's TGREDCO certificate. Sri Ishaan Solar prepares and files this on your behalf.
- TSSPDCL processes the application. The local TSSPDCL Electrical Division reviews your application for completeness and technical compliance. Processing typically takes 5–10 working days. If documents are complete and the system specification is within sanctioned load, the application moves to inspection scheduling.
- TSSPDCL physical site inspection. A TSSPDCL engineer visits your property to inspect the installation — verifying panels, inverter, wiring, earthing, and DC/AC disconnect arrangements against the submitted single-line diagram. The inspection is typically scheduled within 15–30 working days of application acceptance. Sri Ishaan Solar coordinates the inspection date and ensures the installation is ready.
- Inspection approval and technical sanction. If the installation passes inspection, TSSPDCL issues a technical sanction for net metering. If minor corrections are noted, the installer rectifies them and requests a re-inspection. Sri Ishaan Solar handles any inspection observations at no additional cost within the warranty period.
- Bi-directional meter installation. TSSPDCL replaces your existing unidirectional meter with a bi-directional (import-export) meter. This is done by TSSPDCL's metering team and typically takes 5–15 working days after technical sanction. The new meter records both units imported from the grid and units exported to the grid separately.
- Net metering commissioning and subsidy credit. Once the bi-directional meter is active, your system is officially commissioned under net metering. PMSG subsidy (up to ₹78,000) is credited to your bank account by MNRE through the portal, typically within 30 days of TSSPDCL's commissioning confirmation.
TSNPDCL Net Metering Application — Process for Karimnagar, Warangal & Northern Districts
The TSNPDCL process follows the same framework as TSSPDCL with a few practical differences due to lower application volume and different local office structures:
- Install solar system with a TGREDCO-registered installer. Same requirement as TSSPDCL — only TGREDCO-registered installers with ALMM-listed panels are eligible. Sri Ishaan Solar is registered and handles TSNPDCL applications across all northern districts.
- PMSG Portal Registration. Same national portal (pmsuryaghar.gov.in) is used. The portal automatically routes the application to TSNPDCL based on the consumer's Service Connection number.
- File net metering application with TSNPDCL. Application is submitted at the relevant TSNPDCL Electrical Division Office (in Karimnagar, Warangal, Nizamabad, Khammam, or other district headquarters) or through the TSNPDCL online portal (tsnpdcl.in). Same documentation set as TSSPDCL.
- TSNPDCL application processing. TSNPDCL Electrical Division reviews the application. Because TSNPDCL handles fewer solar applications than TSSPDCL's Hyderabad offices, processing can be faster in many areas — typically 5–7 working days.
- TSNPDCL physical site inspection. A TSNPDCL engineer visits the site. Inspection scheduling in TSNPDCL areas (particularly smaller towns like Siddipet, Sangareddy, Medak) can be faster than TSSPDCL's Hyderabad offices — typically within 10–25 working days.
- Inspection approval and technical sanction. Same process as TSSPDCL — inspection pass triggers technical sanction for net metering.
- Bi-directional meter installation. TSNPDCL installs the bi-directional meter — typically within 5–10 working days of sanction in northern districts.
- Net metering commissioning and PMSG subsidy credit. Commissioning confirmation is sent to MNRE via the portal, and subsidy is credited to the bank account registered on pmsuryaghar.gov.in within approximately 30 days of confirmation.
How Net Metering Interacts with the PM Surya Ghar Subsidy
Many buyers confuse net metering approval with subsidy disbursement. These are two separate but linked processes:
Key distinction:
- Net metering approval — granted by TSSPDCL or TSNPDCL after installation and site inspection. This activates your bi-directional meter so surplus units are credited to your electricity bill.
- PMSG subsidy disbursement — granted by MNRE (central government) after your DISCOM's commissioning confirmation is uploaded to pmsuryaghar.gov.in. The subsidy of up to ₹78,000 is credited directly to your bank account.
- Timeline: You cannot receive the PMSG subsidy without first getting DISCOM net metering approval (commissioning). The subsidy approval from MNRE typically follows the DISCOM commissioning confirmation by 15–30 days.
- Your role: Virtually nothing — Sri Ishaan Solar manages the entire portal workflow, DISCOM coordination, inspection scheduling, and subsidy documentation on your behalf.
System Size Limits for Net Metering in Telangana
Both TSSPDCL and TSNPDCL follow TERC regulations on the maximum solar system capacity permitted under net metering for each consumer category:
| Consumer Category | Max System Capacity (Net Metering) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential (Single Phase) | Up to sanctioned load, typically up to 10kW | Most homes on LT single-phase have 4kW–10kW sanctioned load |
| Residential (Three Phase) | Up to sanctioned load, typically up to 25kW | For larger homes, bungalows, or 3-phase supply |
| Commercial / Industrial (LT) | Up to sanctioned load | Shops, offices, small factories on LT supply |
| Commercial / Industrial (HT) | Per TERC regulations, up to 100% of sanctioned demand | Large commercial/industrial consumers on HT supply |
Common mistake: Installing a solar system larger than your sanctioned load will fail DISCOM inspection. For example, if your sanctioned load is 5kW, you cannot get net metering approved for a 10kW system without first upgrading your sanctioned load — which requires a separate application to TSSPDCL/TSNPDCL. Sri Ishaan Solar checks your sanctioned load during the site survey and recommends an appropriately-sized system.
Sri Ishaan Solar Handles Your TSSPDCL or TSNPDCL Net Metering — End to End
We manage the entire application, inspection coordination, documentation, and subsidy filing — you don't chase DISCOM offices. Free site visit across Hyderabad and all Telangana districts.
Common Net Metering Issues and How to Avoid Them
Based on our experience handling TSSPDCL and TSNPDCL net metering applications across Hyderabad and Telangana, the most common issues that delay approval are:
Top reasons for DISCOM inspection rejection or delay:
- Non-ALMM panels — panels not on the MNRE ALMM list will fail inspection. Sri Ishaan Solar only installs ALMM-listed panels.
- System size exceeds sanctioned load — a 6kW system on a 4kW sanctioned load connection will be rejected. We size systems within sanctioned load.
- Missing or incorrect single-line diagram — DISCOM engineers verify the electrical diagram against the actual installation. Discrepancies cause re-inspection.
- Improper earthing — both AC and DC earthing are verified during inspection. Missing earthing is a common cause of rejection and a safety hazard.
- Inverter not grid-synchronised — the inverter must have anti-islanding protection and be grid-synchronised at the time of inspection.
- Non-TGREDCO registered installer — if your installer is not TGREDCO-registered, the application itself is invalid. Sri Ishaan Solar is TGREDCO registered (TSRE260936).
Frequently Asked Questions — TSSPDCL vs TSNPDCL Net Metering
Which DISCOM covers Hyderabad for solar net metering — TSSPDCL or TSNPDCL?
Hyderabad city and most of Ranga Reddy, Medchal-Malkajgiri, Nalgonda, and Mahbubnagar districts fall under TSSPDCL. If you are in Bandlaguda, Kukatpally, Madhapur, LB Nagar, Uppal, Shamshabad, Kompally, Miyapur, or any other central Hyderabad locality, your DISCOM is TSSPDCL. The quickest way to confirm is to check your electricity bill — it clearly states the issuing company. Sri Ishaan Solar identifies your DISCOM during the free site survey.
How do I apply for net metering with TSSPDCL in Hyderabad?
For TSSPDCL net metering: install your solar system with a TGREDCO-registered installer, register on pmsuryaghar.gov.in, and file the net metering application with TSSPDCL (either online via tssouthernpower.com or at your local Electrical Division Office). TSSPDCL will conduct a site inspection, approve the application, and install a bi-directional meter. Sri Ishaan Solar manages this entire process on your behalf as part of our standard installation service — at no extra charge.
Is the net metering process different between TSSPDCL and TSNPDCL?
The process framework is identical — both follow TERC net metering regulations and the pmsuryaghar.gov.in workflow. The main practical difference is timeline: TSSPDCL handles a much higher application volume (due to Hyderabad's population) and can take 30–60 working days, while TSNPDCL in smaller northern towns may complete the process in 25–50 working days. Both require a TGREDCO-registered installer, ALMM-listed panels, and a site inspection.
How long does TSSPDCL net metering approval take in Hyderabad in 2026?
Based on our experience with TSSPDCL applications in Hyderabad: application to bi-directional meter activation typically takes 30–60 working days (6–12 weeks). This covers: application filing (1–2 days), TSSPDCL processing (5–10 working days), site inspection scheduling and execution (15–30 working days), inspection approval (5–10 working days), and meter installation (5–15 working days). During peak periods (Q4 calendar year), timelines can extend. Sri Ishaan Solar tracks every application and follows up proactively.
What documents are required for TSSPDCL or TSNPDCL net metering application?
Standard documents: (1) Completed application form with consumer Service Connection number, (2) Latest electricity bill copy, (3) Proof of ownership or NOC from landlord/housing society, (4) System technical specifications (panel datasheet, inverter datasheet, system capacity), (5) Single-line diagram of the solar installation, (6) ALMM certificate for the panels, (7) Installation certificate from a TGREDCO-registered installer, (8) ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN). Sri Ishaan Solar prepares all documentation and submits on your behalf.
What is the net metering tariff credit rate in Telangana in 2026?
In Telangana, both TSSPDCL and TSNPDCL operate net metering on an energy offset basis: units exported to the grid are credited against units imported, at the applicable consumer tariff rate for your category and slab. Surplus credits (when exports exceed imports in a billing period) carry forward. No direct cash payment is made for exported surplus in most residential cases. The exact credit rate depends on your consumer category and tariff slab — check your electricity bill or the TERC tariff order. Sri Ishaan Solar explains this in detail during the site survey.
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