Updated Registration Guide for the Peoples Solar Project: Government Support of 50,000 Baht

Updated registration guide for the People's Solar Project for the general public, with government support of 50,000 baht. Registration is open from 27 Oct 2026 to 31 Jan 2027, with 1 million slots available.

MEA, the Metropolitan Electricity Authority, invites the public to study the “People's Solar Project Guide for the Public,” which compiles essential information including eligibility, conditions, registration, choosing installation providers, contract signing and system connection, as well as receiving support funds and after-sales services. Registration is open from 27 October 2026 to 31 January 2027 via the website.peoplesolar.mea.or.th

Conditions for participation in the People's Solar Project

1. Must be a natural person holding Thai nationality.

2. Must be a residential electricity user under category 1.

3. The applicant’s name must be the same as the owner of the meter where the solar system is installed.

4. The support fund can only be used once per individual throughout the project.

5. Tax exemption rights on income tax for equipment purchase and solar system installation under Royal Decree No. 805 B.E. 2569 (2026) do not apply, in whole or in part.

6. State welfare recipients can receive support funds but must waive electricity bill subsidies from the state for all meter numbers for 20 years from the date of successful grid connection. The meter connected to the solar system under the support fund cannot claim state welfare electricity subsidies again for 20 years from the connection date.

Installation conditions and choosing service providers

1. Install a solar system of no less than 5 kilowatts and no more than 10 kilowatts per meter (new installation or additional to existing solar systems, with the added system between 5 and 10 kilowatts, excluding existing systems). The system must include at least solar panels and an inverter.

2. The solar system must be installed through the Metropolitan Electricity Authority, Provincial Electricity Authority, or operators registered with these authorities only.

3. Tax invoices for equipment purchase and installation must be dated from the registration start date onward.

4. Applications for grid connection to the Metropolitan or Provincial Electricity Authority must be submitted by 31 August 2027, with successful connection by 30 September 2027.

How to register for the People's Solar Project

1. Visit the websitehttps://peoplesolar.mea.or.th

2. Choose a method to verify your identity

• Via the ThaiID app
• Or by entering your ID card information

3. Fill out the registration form: Enter required information to join the project

• Include "Meter Code" and "Contract Account Number" details
• Electricity user information
• Contact details such as mobile phone number and email (if any)
• Select the preferred installation service provider; if undecided or other options desired, click "Undecided"
• Choose package and price (including VAT)
• Specify installation location characteristics, e.g., rooftop (select roof type), ground, or floating system
• Indicate if you wish to apply for a bank loan; if so, select "Yes." Loan options include participating banks such as Government Savings Bank, GH Bank, and BAAC.
• Indicate if you want to sell excess electricity
• Select convenient contact times and add other details (if any)
• Review and confirm your information
• Upon successful submission, the system will display registration results and a registration number for tracking or allow you to view the registration details.

4. Submit your registration application and review application details by logging in via ThaiID or ID card athttps://peoplesolar.mea.or.th

• The screen will display details of previously submitted applications.

Cancelling participation in the People's Solar Project

Applicants can click "Cancel Participation" on the application details page and confirm cancellation. Once cancelled, the right will be returned to the project immediately, and the certificate of entitlement will no longer be valid. To regain the right, re-registration is required.