Solar in Varanasi, सोलर पैनल, वाराणसी - Uttar Pradesh

Varanasi, popularly known as Kashi and Banaras is said to be the oldest city of the world. With a population of 1.3 million people, Varanasi is a metropolis on the Ganga River in northern India. The city is the central pilgrimage for death and mourning in Hindu religion.

Varanasi is also center for many industries and the manufacturing of electronics. The solar panel industry in Varanasi has also started growing. The rising inflation in the country has also made the bills of electricity to rise. Along with the inflation the global temperature is also witnessing a high rise along the world. People in Varanasi are trying to keep the homes cool and dry. The usage of electronic vehicles has also pushed to daily electricity consumption of a home.

Solar Panel in Varanasi

The solar panel market of Varanasi is majorly an ‘on-grid’ solar system market due to frequent power cuts. The basic price for s solar panel in Varanasi starts from ₹ 1,500 and goes up to ₹ 28,000 depending on the brand, size, power capacity, etc.

Being an on-grid solar system market the people of Varanasi also use Mono-Crystalline solar panels due to the less availability of space and the cost effective feature of mono-crystalline solar panels compared to other solar panels available in the market.

Speaking of solar panel market, there are multiple types of solar panels available in the market. Some of them are Poly-Crystalline solar panels, Mono-Crystalline solar panels and Bi-facial solar panels. In 2022, India stopped producing poly-crystalline solar panels.

Here is the explanation of Mono-Crystalline solar panels and Bi-facial solar panels –

1. Mono Crystalline Solar Panels: Mono Crystalline solar panels are also known as ‘half-cut technology’ solar panels. These solar panels are 22% efficient than poly crystalline solar panels. The power capacity in mono crystalline solar panels starts from 390 Watt and comes in 24V solar panel. The voltage in mono crystalline solar panels is 45V and the ampere is 10A.

2. Bi-facial Solar Panels: Bi-facial solar panels are based on the new type of technology in solar panels. They are also known as ‘super-high efficiency’ solar panels. They are 22% better than mono crystalline solar panels. They require less space and generate more power from both the directions than other solar panels. They are available in 440 Watt capacity.

Solar Panel Price in Varanasi

The basic price of a solar panel starts from ₹ 1,500 INR and varies up to ₹ 28,000 INR. The watt capacity of a solar panel starts from 1kW and goes up to 5kW for personal usage and for commercial usage the watt capacity goes up to 100kW and over.

1kW Solar Panel Price in Varanasi

The price for a 1kW solar panel starts from ₹ 50,865 INR to ₹ 56,000 INR. The price may change due to some factors like brand, size, quality, watt capacity, location, etc. The power generation capacity of a 1kW solar panel will start from 390 Watt to 440 Watt and 540 Watt. Selecting a 390 Watt solar panels, the number of solar panels will be 3 in 1kW category. And selecting a 440 Watt and 540 Watt solar panel will come with just 2 solar panels in it.

The price of a 1kW solar panel in Lucknow is listed below –

Solar PV Modules	Quantity	Amount
390W solar panels	3	16,955 * 3 = 50,865
Shark 440W solar panels	2	26,000 * 2= 52,000
Shark 440W Bi-Facial solar panel	2	28,000 * 2= 56,000
Shark 540W solar panel	2	On Demand

2kW Solar Panel Price in Varanasi

The price for a 2kW solar panel will start from ₹ 1,00,730 INR. To ₹ 1,68,000 INR. The price may change due to some factors like brand, size, quality, watt capacity, location, etc. The power generation capacity of a 1kW solar panel will start from 390 Watt to 440 Watt and 540 Watt. Selecting a 390 Watt solar panels, the number of solar panels will be 6 in 1kW category. And selecting a 440 Watt and 540 Watt solar panel will come with just 3 solar panels in it.

The price of a 2kW solar panel in Lucknow is listed below –

Solar PV Modules	Quantity	Amount
390W solar panels	6	-
Shark 440W solar panels	4	-
Shark 440W Bi-Facial solar panel	4	-
Shark 540W solar panel	4	On Demand

3kW Solar Panel Price in Varanasi

The price for a 3kW solar panel will start from ₹ 1,52,592 INR and goes up to ₹ 1,688,000 INR. The price may change due to some factors like brand, size, quality, watt capacity, location, etc. The power generation capacity of a 1kW solar panel will start from 390 Watt to 440 Watt and 540 Watt. Selecting a 390 Watt solar panels, the number of solar panels will be 9 in 1kW category. And selecting a 440 Watt and 540 Watt solar panel will come with just 6 solar panels in it.

The price of a 3kW solar panel in Lucknow is listed below –

Solar PV Modules	Quantity	Amount
390W solar panels	9	-
Shark 440W solar panels	6	-
Shark 440W Bi-Facial solar panel	6	-
Shark 540W solar panel	6	On Demand

Solar Panel Price for Home Price in Varanasi

For personal usage of electricity the daily electricity consumption as per (per-unit slab) varies from 10 to 15 units in non-summer seasons to just run the electrical equipments in home and electronic vehicles. In summer season the daily electricity consumption as per (per-unit slab) varies from 15 to 20 units.

To generate the electricity units required for consumption, a 3kW solar system will be sufficient to power the house. A 3kW solar panel price in Lucknow starts from ₹ 1,52,592 INR and goes up to ₹ 1,688,000 INR.

Solar System in Varanasi

The price for a solar system in Varanasi starts from ₹ 80,000 INR to ₹ 1,50,000 INR. A purchased solar system will always come with the latest technology.

There are 2 types of solar systems available – “On-Grid” solar system and “Off-Grid” solar system.

1. An ”On-Grid Solar System” works with the electricity line provided by the local discom (Distribution Company). It works only with the direct power supply and to install a solar system requires written consent (permissions) from the local discom. In case of Lucknow the local discom is Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL).

2. An “Off-Grid Solar System” needs no permissions from the local discom and it can work without electric power supply and with electric power supply.

All these type of solar systems can provide electricity for the homes in Varanasi which can run basic home equipment’s like fan, AC, cooler, geyser, refrigerator, etc.

Solar Companies in Varanasi / Top 10 Solar Companies in Varanasi

The city has started growing in clean and green energy sector. In the current time, there are nearly 50 solar companies in Varanasi and more companies are focusing to establish themselves in the city while following the government guideline.

This is the list of some solar companies who are certified from “Loom Solar” –

Solar Panel Manufacturers in Varanasi

As the solar panel industry is Varanasi is growing, there are multiple factories and manufacturers are building their setups to produce more solar panels and solar systems.

This is the list of some solar panel manufacturers with their dedicated branches in Varanasi –

Electricians in Varanasi

The growth of solar panel industry is demanding highly skilled electricians to resolve the problems that occur in solar panels. An electrician in Varanasi comes with proper time and equipment’s to fix the problem.

This is the list of some available electricians in Lucknow – Find here:https://www.loomsolar.com/a/store-locator/list

Solar Panel Dealers in Varanasi

As the manufacturing of solar panel is growing, so is the dealership of solar panel. Varanasi is witnessing the rise in solar panel dealership to supply the demand of solar panels need in the city.

This is the list of some “Loom Solar” certified solar panel dealers – Find here:https://www.loomsolar.com/a/store-locator/list

Inverter Price in Varanasi

A very essential part of a solar system is its inverter which stores power and provide it when needed. The basic function of an inverter is to convert Alternate Current (AC) into Direct Current (DC). The basic price of an inverter starts from ₹ 5,000 INR to ₹ 1,00,00 INR, depending on the power storage capacity. An inverter power storage capacity starts from minimum 500 Watt and goes up to 100kW, and in some cases the power capacity can further go down below 1kW.

Solar Inverter Price in Varanasi

An inverter is an essential part for a solar system but it has to be compatible with a solar system. Thus a solar inverter is required be connected with a solar system to complete the solar system and power storage. A normal inverter cannot perform the task for a solar system.

The price of a solar inverter starts from ₹ 7,000 INR to ₹ 1,00,000 INR among the variations of 1kW to up to 5kW solar panels.

Lithium-Ion Battery Price in Varanasi

Just like the inverter, a Lithium-Ion Battery is an essential part of an inverter. The basic price for a lithium-ion battery will cost ₹ 30,000 INR in 1kW and a 3kW lithium-ion battery will cost ₹ 1,50,000 INR.

In the market of Varanasi there are different types of batteries available in the market. For example, “Lead-Acid Battery” and “Lithium-Ion Battery”. Compared to a lead-acid battery, a lithium-ion battery is much more efficient and is “Zero-Maintenance” advantage over a lead-acid battery.

Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturers in Varanasi

Just like the increase in the manufacturing of solar panels and solar systems, the manufacturing of lithium-ion battery has also increased in the city of Varanasi and it is growing with a rapid rate to supply the demand of lithium-ion batteries in the city.

This is the list of some lithium-ion manufacturers, who works in Energy Storage, EV and Telecom –

Best Solar Panels in Varanasi

As described above, the people of Varanasi use Mono-Crystalline solar panels in a wide majority.

This is the list of some must know facts about a solar panel before buying a solar panel –

Solar Panel Subsidy in Varanasi

The state government of Uttar Pradesh provide subsidy on solar panels in two formats, ‘national solar panel subsidy’ and ‘state solar panel subsidy’. The Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) is the local discom in Varanasi.

To know more about the solar subsidy scheme visit here: http://upneda.org.in/

Solar Panel Installation in Varanasi

To install a solar panel in Varanasi a local solar panel dealer will visit the place and perform a dedicated survey and install the solar panel at the desired place with full assistance. The basic price in Varanasi is ₹ 7,000 INR. The installation price may vary depending on the brand, solar panel / solar system requirement, etc.

Electricity Bill in Varanasi

The average electricity price in Varanasi for a single unit lies from ₹ 5 INR to ₹ 7.50 INR for personal consumption. For commercial use the price shoots up to ₹ 10 INR to ₹ 14 INR per unit of electricity. The price range may differ according to Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL).

How to Reduce Electricity Bill in Varanasi

To cut down the rising electricity bill in Varanasi, a consumer must replace the old electrical components with the new electrical component with the latest electrical technology. Even, after the new components, the does not go down. Then to switch for solar panels is the only best possible option to cut down the rising electricity bills.

Solar Panel Angle in Varanasi

The very important step to remember while installing a solar panel is to pay attention to the angle of the solar panel. As it will allow all the solar cells to generate electricity with its full capacity, any decline or incline in the angle will result in less power generation from the solar panel. The tilt angle for solar panels for the city of Varanasi is 25 degrees.

Startup Jobs in Varanasi

“Loom Solar” is among the best solar companies of India with its head-office based in Faridabad, Haryana. Loom Solar is actively looking for highly skilled engineers, Electricians, Managers, etc. to become more efficient amid the highly growing solar panel industry.