The Punjab government has taken a big step to help families deal with rising electricity costs. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the Roshan Gharana Solar Panel Scheme has been restarted in July 2025. This program offers free solar panels to low-income families using between 50 and 300 electricity units per month.
If you live in Punjab and meet the criteria, this is a great chance to cut your electricity bills and enjoy free, clean energy.
What Is the Roshan Gharana Solar Panel Scheme?
The Roshan Gharana Scheme is a government project to reduce the burden of expensive electricity bills. It provides 1kW to 3kW solar systems, along with batteries, inverters, and safe wiring, completely free of cost for qualified users.
This initiative targets people in urban and rural areas, especially widows, women-headed households, and disabled persons, giving them reliable electricity and long-term savings.
Who Can Apply for Free Solar Panels?
To qualify for this scheme in July 2025, you must:
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Be a permanent resident of Punjab.
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Use between 50 to 300 units of electricity monthly (on average over 6 months).
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Be from a low-income family, verified through NADRA.
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Have no unpaid electricity bills and no illegal connection.
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Own the house or have a written NOC from the landlord (if rented).
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Possess a valid CNIC.
Priority will be given to:
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Families using under 100 units.
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Widows and women-headed households.
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Disabled people or senior citizens.
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Homes in remote or rural areas.
What Will You Receive?
If your application is approved, your home will receive:
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1kW to 3kW solar panels (depending on usage).
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Battery backup for power at night.
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A high-quality inverter and all necessary wiring.
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Free installation by government-approved teams.
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Option for net metering (in later phases).
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A 5-year warranty on the system.
This system will help your home save around Rs. 3,000 to Rs. 6,000 every month on electricity.
How to Apply Online for the Scheme
The government has made the online application very simple:
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Visit the official portal at punjab.gov.pk or the Roshan Gharana registration link.
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Create an account using your CNIC and mobile number.
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Upload the required documents:
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CNIC (front and back)
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Last 3 electricity bills
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House ownership proof or NOC
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Passport-size photo
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Submit the form and wait for SMS confirmation.
Verification usually takes 2 to 3 weeks, and installation is completed within 15 to 20 days after approval.
Offline Registration at Bank of Punjab
Don’t have internet? No problem. You can apply manually:
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Visit the nearest Bank of Punjab (BOP) branch.
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Take your original CNIC, 3 latest electricity bills, and house ownership papers or NOC.
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Fill the paper form at the bank and submit it.
This ensures everyone — even those in rural areas — can access the scheme.
July 2025 Updates You Should Know
The government has introduced new features in this latest phase:
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10,000+ new families added to Phase 2.
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Faster installation – within 2 to 3 weeks after approval.
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Mobile vans for remote villages to assist with registration.
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An extra Rs. 12 billion subsidy to cover more families.
How to Check Application Status
After applying, you can track your status in three easy ways:
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Log in to the Roshan Gharana portal.
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Send your CNIC to 8800 by SMS.
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Call the official helpline: 042-111-267-200.
Final Words
The CM Punjab Roshan Gharana Solar Panel Scheme is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for low-income families to get rid of high electricity bills. With no hidden charges, quick processing, and guaranteed installation, this project offers long-term benefits for thousands of homes.
Apply online or through Bank of Punjab today — and light up your home with clean, free solar energy’