BERC (Rooftop Solar Grid Interactive Systems Based on Net and Gross Metering) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2026 — draft

Comments due (reported): 28 October 2026

Bihar's regulator proposes to cap net-metered rooftop systems at 500 kWp and pay for unused surplus at half the approved feed-in tariff.

What changes

1. Net metering for systems from 1 kWp to 500 kWp, or the sanctioned or contracted load if lower.
2. Gross metering remains available up to the consumer's sanctioned or contracted load.
3. Net-metered energy left unadjusted at the end of the financial year to be paid at 50% of the Commission's approved feed-in tariff.
4. State government may take up larger rooftop projects through other mechanisms.
5. Public hearing on 3 November 2026.

Who is affected

Rooftop solar consumers in Bihar · Rooftop installers · NBPDCL and SBPDCL

Official copy not yet found on the commission's website. The date shown is when the item was reported, not a confirmed issue date. Deadline and hearing date as reported by Power Peak Digest.

Sources

• Power Peak Digest, 12 Oct 2026

Last checked 22 October 2026. Summary for information; rely on the official gazette text.