SuRIA Home is a government rebate of RM600 per kWac of installed solar capacity, capped at RM3,000, reached at 5 kWac. It sits on top of Solar ATAP and covers systems that start operating by 31 December 2026, or until the 250 MW quota is used up.
Key facts
- Launched on 22 May 2026 by PETRA; applies from 1 June 2026. Information as of 30 September 2026.
- Rebate: RM600 per kWac, maximum RM3,000 (reached at 5 kWac).
- For Solar ATAP systems that commence operation by 31 December 2026, or until the 250 MW quota is taken up.
- Expected to benefit 45,000 to 50,000 homes (Bernama).
- Not available to anyone who previously received a SolaRIS cash rebate; one claim per individual.
What is SuRIA Home?
SuRIA Home is a rebate programme from the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) to make rooftop solar more affordable for Malaysian households and ease the impact of rising energy costs. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Datuk Amar Fadillah bin Haji Yusof announced it on 22 May 2026 at the PETRA Monthly Assembly, as reported by Bernama.
It is a one-off payment, separate from the export credits on your bill. It works alongside those credits, not instead of them.
Is SuRIA Home the same as Solar ATAP?
No. Solar ATAP is the rooftop programme that governs how you connect, use and export solar energy, and it has applied since 1 January 2026. SuRIA Home is a rebate on top of a Solar ATAP installation that offsets part of its cost. You cannot get the rebate without a Solar ATAP system; the programme itself is explained in Solar ATAP explained.
How much is the rebate?
The rebate is RM600 for every kWac of installed capacity, up to RM3,000. You reach the cap at 5 kWac, so larger systems do not raise it. The rate uses AC capacity (kWac), which is the inverter output, not the panel rating in kWp.
| System capacity (kWac) | Rebate |
|---|---|
| 2 kWac | RM1,200 |
| 3 kWac | RM1,800 |
| 4 kWac | RM2,400 |
| 5 kWac or more | RM3,000 (cap) |
Who is eligible, and what is the deadline?
Per SEDA, the rebate is for Malaysian citizens who are individual TNB customers on a domestic tariff, not companies, and who have not received a cash rebate under the earlier SolaRIS programme. It applies from 1 June 2026; systems commissioned before 1 June are not covered in the published terms, and tenants, multi-property landlords and non-landed homes are not addressed.
The rebate covers systems that commence operation by 31 December 2026, or until the 250 MW quota is taken up, whichever comes first. First check your home against the Solar ATAP eligibility checklist.
How do I claim the rebate?
After your system is commissioned, TNB emails you to collect your bank details. The rebate is then transferred to your local bank account as the registered TNB customer, according to SEDA. No payment timeline has been published. Keep your Solar ATAP approval and commissioning documents, since the rebate depends on both.
Should I wait or act now?
A 250 MW allocation shared across many homes can be used up before the year-end date, and the system must be operating, not just approved, by 31 December 2026. Plan your timeline backwards from that date, allowing for installation lead time. Check the current quota status with SEDA before you sign.
How ERS Energy helps
For a home, the rebate changes the sizing maths: the cap is reached at 5 kWac, so a larger inverter adds no rebate. ERS Energy designs home systems that qualify under Solar ATAP and can size the inverter to capture the full RM3,000 without over-building. With 2 GWp+ installed since 2009, our residential team handles the Solar ATAP paperwork alongside the installation. See our residential solar solutions.
Frequently asked questions
Is the rebate paid in cash?
Yes, by bank transfer, to the registered TNB customer after commissioning. It is a one-off payment and does not appear as a credit on your electricity bill.
Is the RM3,000 cap per system or per person?
It is per claim, and each individual may make only one claim. A larger system or a second property therefore does not earn a second rebate.
Should my installer’s quote include the rebate?
Ask whether the price shown already deducts it or whether it reaches you separately. The rebate is paid to the registered TNB customer, so make sure it is not counted twice.
Sources
Facts and figures may vary by the time you read this. This article is for general information only and is not financial, legal, tax or engineering advice. Always double-check key facts and figures with the relevant official source before relying on them.
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