Net Metering Explained: How Your UPPCL Bill Changes After Solar

What is net metering?

After solar, DISCOM replaces your meter with a bi-directional (net) meter. It records two numbers: units you import from the grid (night, cloudy days) and units you export (sunny afternoons when you generate more than you use).

Your bill = (Import − Export) × tariff. If you export more than you import, the surplus is carried forward to the next month and settled annually at the DISCOM's rate.

Example

• Generation: 360 units
• Used directly at home during day: 150 units
• Exported: 210 units
• Imported at night: 200 units

Net billed units = 200 − 210 = −10 → carried forward. Bill ≈ fixed charges only.

Things to know in UP

• Net metering is allowed up to the sanctioned load (and up to 10 kW for domestic).
• Net-meter cost and testing fee (~₹3,000–₹6,000) is paid to DISCOM.
• Keep your meter reading photo each month in the UPPower app for records.