Solar Panels in Bengaluru, ಸೌರ ಫಲಕ, ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು - Karnataka

Bengaluru also known as ‘The Silicon Valley of India’ is the capital city of Karnataka state. Bengaluru is the center of India's high-tech industry. The city of Bengaluru earlier known as Bangalore, has a population of over 12 million, thus making it a 3^rd most populated city among the megacities of India.

This high-tech city is located on the Deccan Plateau with an elevation of 900 m (3,000 feet). The altitude of the city makes it the highest altitude city among the major cites of India. Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) is the electricity supplier of the city and is focusing to expand the city’s solar supply.

1. Solar Panel in Bengaluru
2. Solar Panel Price in Bengaluru
3. 1kW Solar Panel Price in Bengaluru
4. 2kW Solar Panel Price in Bengaluru
5. 3kW Solar Panel Price in Bengaluru
6. Solar Panel Price for Home in Bengaluru
7. Solar System Price in Bengaluru
8. Top 10 Solar Panel Companies in Bengaluru
9. Solar Panel Manufactures in Bengaluru
10. Electrician in Bengaluru
11. Solar Panel Dealers in Bengaluru
12. Inverter Price in Bengaluru
13. Solar Inverter Price in Bengaluru
14. Lithium-Ion Battery Price in Bengaluru
15. Lithium Ion Battery Manufactures in Bengaluru
16. Best Solar Panels in Bengaluru
17. Solar Panel Subsidy in Bengaluru
18. Solar Panel Installation in Bengaluru
19. Electricity Bill in Bengaluru
20. How to Reduce Electricity Bill in Bengaluru?
21. Solar Panel Angle in Bengaluru
22. Startup Jobs in Bengaluru

Solar Panel in Bengaluru

The city of Bengaluru is demanding more solar energy consumption and the supply is nearly 55% of the buildings who consume the electricity from the renewable sources (data by Deccan Herald).

Looking into the solar panels and its types, there are 3 types of solar panels are most famous in India. There are Poly Crystalline solar panels, Mono Crystalline and Bifacial Solar Panels. In the Indian market the availability of Mono Crystalline solar panels and Bi-facial solar panels is limited and the production of Poly Crystalline solar panel has been ceased in the current year of 2022.The very recent and advance technology of solar panel is Bi-facial solar panels.

Here we’ll talk about just the 2 types of solar panel Mono Crystalline and Bi-facial

1. Mono Crystalline Solar Panels: The mono solar panels are made up of a single layer of uniform and pure silicon crystal bars. These panels start from 390 watt and come in 24v solar panels. It is a 445V solar panel and the ampere is 10A. In the new technology of these panels the efficiency is 22% more effective and they start from 440 watt.

2. Bi-facial Solar Panels: They are the panels of the latest technology with all the updates appliances and equipment in it. As going by the name, they generate electricity from both the sides of the panels. By its generation power, it is also called the ‘Bifacial solar panel’ and this is the type of solar panel that will be most beneficial in the cities like Bengaluru. The most prominent point is that these panels take less space to be installed. These solar panels come in 440 watt with an efficacy of 22.5%. Here we have defined our available solar panels and their price according to the demand of the locations -

Solar Panel Price in Bengaluru

The price of any solar pv module will be decided by the need of the place and the demand of its functionalities, like it’s technology, durability, warranty, size, brand, etc. depending on the selected parameters. The average cost of a solar panel in Bengaluru is between INR 1,500 to 28,000 INR per module (Prices may vary on the dealer’s site). A variable factor of the price is its watt capacity. The smaller the wattage of a solar panel is the higher will be the rate of the solar panel and vice-versa. As the solar watt starts increasing the cost will start dropping.
*(Prices may vary depending on the location and module types).

1kW Solar Panel Price in Bengaluru

The very basic solar panel comes with 1kW solar panel which means 1,000-watt solar pv modules. The available maximum wattage of solar panel in India starts from 390W, 440W and 540W. For example, if someone chose 390W solar panel, then it’ll come with 3 numbers of solar panels in 1kW, and if someone chose 440W or 540W solar panel, then it’ll come with 2 numbers of solar panels in 1kW solar panel.

2kW Solar Panel Price in Bengaluru

2kW solar panel comes with 2,000 watt in capacity in solar panels. As described in the upper paragraph, if a 390 kW solar panel is chosen then the solar panel will come with 2kW with 6 solar panels in it, and if 440 or 540 kW solar panel is chosen then the will remain same but the number of solar panels will increase to 4 with a price tag of INR 1,00,730 to INR 1,68,000.

3kW Solar Panel in Bengaluru

Just going by the numbers, if someone opts for a 3kW solar panel, then the capacity will also increase to 3,000 watt. If, opting for a 390 watt solar panel, then the number of panels will increase to 9 with 3kW capacity. If, opting for 440 or 540 watt solar panel then the number of solar panels will increase to 6, which will come with a price tag of INR 1,52,595 to INR 1,68,000.

Solar Panel for Home Price in Bengaluru

In the high-tech city of Bengaluru, where the modern electrical appliances are all used together, the 5kW solar panel will be the fittest option available for home usage. The 5kW solar panel will come with 10 to 15 solar panels in it with 5,000 watt capacity. The solar panel will come with a price tag of INR 2,54,325 to 2,80,000.

These solar panels will be able to run all the essentials appliances of a home like, AC, Fridge, Water Geyser, TV, Water Motor, Washing Machine, Iron, etc., which consumes 8 units of electricity.

Solar System Price in Bengaluru

A solar system is an extension for the basic home solar panels which only supports basic home appliances and the add-ons. A solar system is designed to provide power to those homes that use more than 8 units of electricity. These homes use nearly 15 units or more with the addition of electric scooters and electric cars.

The solar system need for these types of homes is 4kW. Detailing that ‘Solar Systems’ are of two types –

• On the grid, and
• Off the grid.

The on grid solar system comes with an inverter and to install the system an approval is required from the local electricity department of the area. Whereas, the off grid solar system comes along with the inverter battery and it does not require any sort of approval from the local electricity department. The basic price of the solar system starts from INR 80,000 and goes up to INR 1,50,000 with all the latest and updated technology available in the market.

Solar Companies in Bengaluru / Top 10 solar companies in Bengaluru

As the city is far advance than any other tier cities in India, the rules and regulations of Bengaluru are strict and no power company or be it any company or brand can operate freely. There are some set of rules and regulations from the government and any company which provides services or products must abide by the norms. There are more than 10 solar panel manufacturers are in Bengaluru.

Here is a given list of solar companies which are certified under “Loom Solar” -

Solar Panel Manufacturers in Bengaluru

Looking at the booming market of solar energy consumption in India, there are n numbers of solar panels manufacturers in India and n numbers of solar manufacturers in Karnataka state and over 100s in just alone in Bengaluru. Here is a given list of the branches of solar panel manufacturers available in the city of Bengaluru –

Electrician in Bengaluru

The education index of Karnataka stands at 75.6% in 2021. The fact that the education quality is better explains that the state provide the best quality of products and their due services. The working structures are fixed and properly aligned and are done within in a certain time frame, given the fact, that when an electrician is called, they come with adequate time and provide the best possible solutions for the best benefits of the consumers. Here is the list of electrician in bangalore along with their phone number –

Solar Panel Dealers in Bengaluru

The rising demand of the solar panel is providing many opportunities for small solar businesses to grow. The dealers of small solar businesses have created a long chain with the availability of all the facilities even to the small town and remote areas. Every company is providing dealerships and distribution in every possible towns and localities. Here is the list of “Loom Solar” certified dealers for the city of Bengaluru and the nearby areas –

Inverter Price in Bengaluru

The second device of a solar system is the inverter. An inverter converts DC (Direct Current) to AC (Alternate Current). An inverter starts from 500 watt and goes from 1kW to 2kW to 4kW to 10kW to 15kW and goes way up to 100kW. The price of an inverter starts from INR 5,000 to 1 Lakh.

Lithium-Ion Battery Price in Bengaluru

Battery is another important component of a solar system.  It is available in different makes and sizes. Lead acid battery and lithium battery are the two most popularly used batteries in the market today. Both have their own properties and advantages. In cities like Kochi, where we are using higher efficiency solar panels, people will generally prefer zero-maintenance batteries. A 1 kW lithium battery will cost around Rs. 30,000, and 3kW will cost around Rs. 1.5L.

Solar Inverter Price in Bengaluru

There are multiple types of inverter – a normal inverter and a solar inverter. A solar inverter is used both in the solar panel and the grid power and work in between both the options. A solar inverter price starts from INR 7,000 to 1 Lakh in which will come with a capacity of 1kW to 5kW.

Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturers in Bengaluru

India has started producing its inbuilt lithium-ion batteries. A customer must be aware of all the specifications and usage of a lithium-ion battery.

Here is the list of some lithium-ion battery manufacturers who works with energy storage, ev and telicaom –

Best Solar Panels in Bengaluru

The bi-facial solar panel is the best option for the city of Bengaluru, as it can be installed in a small place and can harness more power in such a crowded city.

Here is the list of “Must-Know” facts and information about a solar panel before buying it: https://www.loomsolar.com/blogs/reviews/best-solar-panels-in-india

Solar Panel Subsidy in Bengaluru

Like every other state, the state of Karnataka also provides some subsidy for installing solar panels with all the proper acts and norms. The subsidy will be provided by the Karnataka government as per the state rules and under the jurisdiction of Karnataka government. The subsidies are only provided with the on-grid solar panel connection. To apply for solar panel subsidy please visit here: https://www.loomsolar.com/blogs/collections/solar-panel-subsidy-in-india

Solar Panel Installation in Bengaluru

The installation cost of solar panels is average in Bengalure when compared to the other states. Here houses have slanting roofs made up of concrete. People wants to install rooftop solar at monty area because there is no occupy space of rooftop. Hence, these houses need special care for installation. The installation team visits the area and makes a special structure on which the installation is to take place. Also, the customer location is very far off which further add to the cost. A 1kW solar panel installation is estimated to cost around Rs. 5,000.

Electricity Bill in Bengaluru

The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) provides the power supply to the entire area of Bengaluru and nearby regions. The power supply costing will differ according to the different slab unit patterns of different areas and electricity companies. In the city of Bengaluru, 1 unit of electricity costs INR 4.15 (2022) compared to INR 4.10 (2021). Know more:https://www.loomsolar.com/blogs/electricity-bill/bescom-bangalore-electricity-supply-company-ltd-electricity-bill-payment-online

How to Reduce Electricity Bill in Bengaluru

The rising price of electricity is getting heavier on the pockets. To reduce the electricity bill, it is advisable to use the equipments that are latest and updated technology which will consume less electricity and will save the units more, resulting less numbers in electricity bills. Even after all these methods and tricks, if the electricity bill remains stagnant. Then to install solar panels is the last option and is the most feasible option.

Solar Panel Angle in Bengaluru

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 Bengaluru is 13 degrees. The top 10 Solar cities in Karnataka are Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru, Hubballi, Belagavi, Shivamogga, Davanagere, Dharwad, Vijayapura, and Tumakuru where the solar sector is growing in residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural sectors. 

Start-up Jobs in Bengaluru

As we have understood thoroughly in this write-up that the solar industry is booming in India with the rapid increase in the industry there are many small scale businesses that are growing along with the solar power industry. This creates a huge demand for engineers, electricians, managers at a local level. The “Loom Solar” company, based from Faridabad, Haryana is providing jobs to the dedicated section pf the industry.