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PARTNERSHIP TO ADVANCE CLEAN ENERGY

DEPLOYMENT (PACE-D)

Technical Assistance Program

Business Requirement Definition Document of

Unified Solar Rooftop Transaction Portal for the

State of Andhra Pradesh

Submitted to USAID on December 2, 2017

Table Of Contents

LIST OF FIGURES .................................................................................................................

LIST OF TABLES ....................................................................................................................

LIST OF ACRONYMS .............................................................................................................

1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................... 1

1.1 PURPOSE OF BUSINESS REQUIREMENT DEFINITION(BRD) DOCUMENT AND

INTENDED AUDIENCE ........................................................................................................ 1

1.2 PROJECT OBJECTIVE ................................................................................................. 1

1.3 BACKGROUND AND NEED FOR DEVELOPMENT OF USRTP ................................... 1

1.4 BENEFITS ..................................................................................................................... 2

1.5 MAJOR STAKEHOLDERS OF SOLAR ROOFTOP PROGRAM .................................... 3

1.6 PROJECT SCOPE ........................................................................................................ 3

1.6.1 IN-SCOPE FUNCTIONALITIES ....................................................................... 4

1.6.2 OUT OF SCOPE FUNCTIONALITIES ............................................................. 4

1.7 KEY ASSUMPTIONS, CONSTRAINTS, AND DEPENDENCIES ................................... 4

1.7.1 ASSUMPTIONS ............................................................................................... 4

1.7.2 CONSTRAINTS ............................................................................................... 4

1.7.3 RISKS .............................................................................................................. 4

1.7.4 DEPENDENCIES ............................................................................................ 5

2 BUSINESS PROCESS .................................................................................................. 6

2.1 CURRENT PROCESS ................................................................................................... 6

2.2 PROPOSED BUSINESS PROCESS ............................................................................. 7

3 BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS ....................................................................................... 9

3.1 BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS ....................................................................................... 9

3.2 USE CASES ................................................................................................................ 11

3.2.1 USE CASES FOR GENERAL FUNCTIONALITIES........................................ 11

3.2.2 USE CASES FOR NREDCAP FUNCTIONALITIES ....................................... 14

3.2.3 USE CASES FOR DISCOM FUNCTIONALITIES .......................................... 34

3.2.4 USE CASES FOR DES – CEIG FUNCTIONALITIES ..................................... 46

3.2.5 USE CASES FOR INFORMATION FUNCTIONALITIES ................................ 47

4 VERSIONS AND APPROVALS ................................................................................... 58

4.1 VERSION HISTORY .................................................................................................... 58

4.2 APPROVALS ............................................................................................................... 58

ANNEXURES ..................................................................................................................... 59

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1: SNAs Existing Subsidy Disbursement Process ...................................................... 6

Figure 2: DISCOMs Existing Interconnection Process ........................................................... 7

Figure 3: Stakeholder Interaction on USRTP ........................................................................ 8

Figure 4: Registration Process ............................................................................................ 12

Figure 5: Residential Consumer Registration Process ........................................................ 13

Figure 6: Non-Residential Consumer Registration Process ................................................. 13

Figure 7: Process Flow Chart for Subsidy Application ......................................................... 15

Figure 8: Flow Chart to Fill Subsidy Application Form ......................................................... 16

Figure 9: Flow Chart for Subsidy Application Fee Payment ................................................. 18

Figure 10: Flow Chart of Acknowledgement Receipt on Subsidy Application ..................... 19

Figure 11: Review of Subsidy Application ........................................................................... 20

Figure 12: Scheduling Site Visit .......................................................................................... 21

Figure 13: Review of Completed Subsidy Application ......................................................... 22

Figure 14: Review of Subsidy Application at HO ................................................................. 24

Figure 15: Issuance of In-Principle Sanction Letter ............................................................. 25

Figure 16: Process Flow for Subsidy Disbursement ............................................................ 27

Figure 17: Flow Chart for Scheduling and Conducting Joint Inspection ............................... 28

Figure 18: Submission of Documents for Subsidy Disbursal ............................................... 29

Figure 19: Verification of Submitted Documents for Subsidy Disbursal at HO ..................... 31

Figure 20: Disbursement of Subsidy ................................................................................... 32

Figure 21: Process for Registration and Addressing of Complaints ..................................... 33

Figure 22: Filling of Interconnection Application Form Online ............................................. 35

Figure 23: Fee Payment and Receipt of Acknowledgement for Interconnection Application 36

Figure 24: Utility Review Process ....................................................................................... 37

Figure 25: Interaction During Installation Process ............................................................... 39

Figure 26: Meter Procurement Process ............................................................................... 40

Figure 27: Commissioning Process for System <10 kWp .................................................... 43

Figure 28: Commissioning Process for System >10 kWp .................................................... 44

Figure 29: Escalation Process in APEPDCL ....................................................................... 46

Figure 30: Publically Accessible Functionalities .................................................................. 47

Figure 31: Informational Functionality ................................................................................. 48

Figure 32: Help Related Functionalities ............................................................................... 49

Figure 33: Updates on the Portal ........................................................................................ 50

Figure 34: Logins for NREDCAP Officials ........................................................................... 51

Figure 35: Logins for APEPDCL Officials ............................................................................ 52

Figure 36: Logins for APSPDCL Officials ............................................................................ 54

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1: Stakeholders of the Solar Rooftop Program in AP ................................................... 3

Table 2: Functional Requirements......................................................................................... 9

Table 3: Non-Functional Requirements ............................................................................... 11

Table 4: List of Documents to Be Uploaded During Subsidy Application ............................. 16

Table 5: Fee Payment Rates ............................................................................................... 18

Table 6: List of Documents to Be Uploaded With Form 1(A) ............................................... 35

Table 7: Feasibility Inspection and Approving Authority ...................................................... 37

Table 8: Meter Procurement and Testing Charges for Procurement From APEPDCL ......... 41

Table 9: Meter Testing Charges for Procurement From External Agency ............................ 41

Table 10: Logins Required for NREDCAP Officials ............................................................. 52

Table 11: Logins Required for APEPDCL Officials .............................................................. 53

Table 12: Logins Required for APSPDCL Officials .............................................................. 54

Table 13: Version History of the Document ......................................................................... 58

Table 14: Approvals for the Document ................................................................................ 58

LIST OF ACRONYMS

Acronyms Definition

AE Assistant Engineer

ADE Assistant Divisional Engineer

AP Andhra Pradesh

APEPDCL Eastern Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh Limited

API Application Programming Interface

APPC Average Power Purchase Cost

APSPDCL Southern Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh Limited

BESCOM Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited

BIS Bureau of Indian Standards

BOS Balance of System

BRD Business Requirement Definition

C, O&M Commercial Operation and Maintenance

CEIG Chief Electrical Inspector to Government

CERC Central Electricity Regulatory Commission

CFA Central Financial Assistance

CGM Chief General Manager

CMD Chairman and managing Director

CSC Customer Support Centre

DC Direct Current

DE Divisional Engineer

DES – CEIG Directorate of Electrical Safety – Chief Electrical Inspector to Government of Andhra Pradesh

DGM Deputy General Manager

DISCOMs Distribution Companies

DM District Manager

DO District Office

DSM Demand Side Management

EE Executive Engineer

EODB Ease of Doing Business

EOI Expression of Interest

EPC Engineering, Procurement, and Construction

FIT Feed-in Tariff

FI/FIs Financial Institutions

FY Fiscal Year

GM General Manager

GOI Government of India

GOK Government of Karnataka

GOAP Government of Andhra Pradesh

GST Goods and Service Tax

GW Gigawatt

GWp Gigawatt Peak

HLU High Level Use

Acronyms Definition

HO Head Office

HT High Tension

HTML HyperText Markup Language

IFSC Indian Financial System Code

JNNSM Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission

JS JavaScript

KERC Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission

KPTCL Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited

KREDL Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited

kV Kilovolt

kVA Kilovolt Ampere

kWp Kilowatt Peak

LCOE Levelized Cost of Energy

LDC Load Dispatch Center

LEC Licensed Electrical Contractor

LLU Low Level Use

LT Low Tension

M and P Metering and Protection

MD Managing Director

MCB Miniature Circuit Breaker

MCCB Molded Case Circuit Breaker

MNRE Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

MT Meter Testing

MVC Model View Controller

MW Megawatt

MWp Megawatt Peak

NEFT National Electronic Funds Transfer

NOC No Objection Certificate

NREDCAP New and Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh Limited

O&M Operations and Maintenance

OSD Officer on Special Duty

P and MM Purchase and Material Management

PACE-D Partnership to Advance Clean Energy – Deployment

PERT Program Evaluation Review Technique

PPA Power Purchase Agreement

PSU Public Sector Undertaking

PV Photovoltaic

R and IA Revenue and Internal Audit

RDBMS Relational Database Management System

RESCO Renewable Energy Services Company

RTGS Real Time Gross Settlement

ROI Return on Investment

SECI Solar Energy Corporation of India

Acronyms Definition

SERC State Electricity Regulatory Commission

SE Superintending Engineer

SNA State Nodal Agency

SOE Statement of Expenditure

SPIN Online Application for Solar Photovoltaic Installation

SRTPV Solar Rooftop Photovoltaic

TA Technical Assistance

URL Uniform Resource Locator

USAID United States Agency for International Development

USRTP Unified Solar Rooftop Transaction Portal

VC Vice Chairman

XML Extensible Markup Language

Business Requirement Definition Document of Unified Solar Rooftop Transaction Portal for the State of Andhra Pradesh: PACE-D

Technical Assistance Program United States Agency for International Development Contract AID-386-C-12-00001 1

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 PURPOSE OF BUSINESS REQUIREMENT DEFINITION(BRD) DOCUMENT AND INTENDED AUDIENCE

This document intends to describe the business requirements in developing Unified Solar

Rooftop Transaction Portal (USRTP) for the State of Andhra Pradesh (AP) in partnership

with New and Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh Limited

(NREDCAP). The business requirements have been described in this document using the

‘Use Case’ approach. This document is prepared for the stakeholders namely NREDCAP,

Southern Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh Limited (APSPDCL), Eastern

Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh Limited (APEPDCL), Directorate of

Electrical Safety — Chief Electrical Inspector to Government of Andhra Pradesh (DES –

CEIG), partnering banks and financial institutions (FIs). This document will provide

information to system developers while designing solutions to the business requirements.

1.2 PROJECT OBJECTIVE

The objective is to develop a USRTP enabling interaction of multiple stakeholders on one

platform providing a one-stop solution for all the stakeholders involved in the process of

installation of grid connected solar rooftop plants. The objective of the project is to digitize

the complete process of application, approval, and implementation of solar rooftop in AP.

This will avoid delays in seeking approvals and thus ensure faster installation of solar rooftop

plants. Ultimately, aiding in fulfilling the national level target of installing 40 gigawatt (GW) of

solar rooftop systems in the country by 2022 under the target of the Jawaharlal Nehru

National Solar Mission (JNNSM).

This document aims to cover the business requirements of the following key areas:

Consumer interactions with:

NREDCAP.

Distribution Companies (DISCOMs).

DES – CEIG.

Banks and FIs.

Informative content and dashboard.

1.3 BACKGROUND AND NEED FOR DEVELOPMENT OF USRTP

Clean energy policy and regulatory support is one of the focal areas of United States Agency

for International Development (USAID) funded Partnership to Advance Clean Energy -

Deployment (PACE-D) Technical Assistance (TA) Program. As a part of this initiative, the

Program aims to strengthen the organizational, institutional, and resource capabilities of the

State Nodal Agencies (SNA) and designated DISCOMs in 11 states including AP. The

Program has associated with NREDCAP to provide necessary TA in promoting installation of

solar rooftop systems in the State of AP.

The Program during its support to Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM)

in Karnataka undertook a study to understand the state of deployment of solar rooftop



systems. The study was undertaken through personal interview and online survey of

consumers from different consumer categories. Through the study conducted, the Program

identified issues such as time consuming nature of approvals and installation, lack of penal

mechanism for non-adherence to timelines, limited interaction with FIs etc. Based on these

issues, the Program provided recommendations related to operational, financial, and

informational aspects. These recommendations included development of a web dashboard

to track stepwise progress of the application.

Subsequently, the Program in the bid to provide TA to 11 states undertook an interaction

with the solar rooftop developers in multiple states including AP. Following is the feedback

received from the developers in AP:

More clarity is required in guidelines and procedure to apply for net metering.

Absence of online application system makes tracking of solar rooftop application under

net metering tedious. Hence, there is a need to develop an online system to facilitate

ease of application.

Offline solar rooftop application procedure does not follow timelines provided in the

policy.

The process to avail subsidy should be more clearly defined to facilitate ease in

disbursement of subsidy.

Problems are faced in availing loan due to lack of awareness among financial institution

regarding solar rooftop, benefits and risks. Availing loans is tedious for small developers

and residential consumers.

Enhanced coordination between DISCOM and SNA is essential.

Enhanced inter-departmental coordination in DISCOM will facilitate faster solar rooftop

deployment process.

Time taken to get DES – CEIG approval for projects of size >10 kilowatt (kW) is long.

The study conducted in Karnataka as well as the survey conducted in AP emphasized on the

need for development of an online platform to expedite the process of seeking approvals for

solar rooftop installation and development of a one stop solution for information related to

application and installation of solar rooftop systems.

1.4 BENEFITS

The benefits of this project include the following:

Integration of multiple stakeholders on a single platform enabling seeking of

approvals through a single medium.

Accountability of each approving authority within each stakeholder organization in

case of non-adherence to timelines due to designing of escalation process.

Enhanced intra-stakeholder interactions.

Access to all informational content such as procedures, guidelines, regulations, and

policies pertaining to solar rooftop.

Establishment and implementation of definite timelines from submission of

application to commissioning of system.



Short meter procurement and testing process.

1.5 MAJOR STAKEHOLDERS OF SOLAR ROOFTOP PROGRAM

The major stakeholders of solar rooftop program include NREDCAP, APDISCOMs, DES –

CEIG, Banks/FIs, Consumers, and Channel Partners/Implementing Agency.

Table 1: Stakeholders of the Solar Rooftop Program in AP

Stakeholder Role

NREDCAP NREDCAP as SNA is responsible for promotion and development of

renewable energy in AP. Responsible for disbursal of subsidy from

central and state governments.

APEPDCL APEPDCL is one of the two DISCOMs in the State of AP supplying

power to 49.7 lakh consumers in the districts of Srikakulam,

Vishakhapatnam, Vizianagaram, East Godavari, and West Godavari.

APEPDCL interprets and the provisions of policy and follow guidelines

thereby allowing consumers to interconnect their solar rooftop system to

the grid.

APSPDCL APSPDCL is one of the two DISCOMs in the State of AP supplying

power to consumers in the districts of Krishna, Guntur, Prakasam,

Nellore, Kadapa, Chittor, Anantapur, and Kurnool.

APSPDCL interprets the provision of policy and follow guidelines

thereby allowing consumers to interconnect their solar rooftop system to

the grid.

DES – CEIG The DES – CEIG scrutinizes and approves drawings for solar power

plants. It inspects installations for which drawings have been approved

and issues Statutory Certificate on receipt of complete compliance

reports.

Consumers They are the consumers of DISCOMs on whose rooftops the solar

rooftop systems will be installed.

Consumers collect information available from the DISCOM/system

installer and evaluate investment, payback, and risk associated with the

installation of solar rooftop system.

Banks and FIs Banks and FIs provide majority of the capital required for the

implementation of solar rooftop projects. They also undertake a detailed

technical, financial, commercial, and regulatory due diligence before

finalizing on financing of these projects.

Channel

Partner/Implementing

Agency

The Channel Partners are agencies empaneled by the Ministry of New

and Renewable Energy (MNRE) that facilitate individual and small group

of clients to access the provisions/benefits available to solar rooftop

system owners. The empanelment with MNRE is based on the

certificate from a rating agency in the country for technical and financial

strength.

The Channel Partners/Implementing Agencies can include Renewable

Energy Service Providing Companies (RESCOs), system integrators,

project developers, vendors/suppliers of solar equipment, and

manufacturers of solar equipment, etc.

1.6 PROJECT SCOPE

This section depicts the scope of USRTP both in terms of In-Scope and Out of Scope



functionalities.

1.6.1 In-Scope Functionalities

The in-scope functionalities include:

Development of interactive functions between —

Consumer and APDISCOMs.

Consumer and NREDCAP.

Consumer and banks/FIs.

Track status of solar rooftop application.

Geo-tagging of projects.

Informative content regarding DES – CEIG’s Ease of Doing Business (EODB) portal.

Provide informative content such as policies, regulations, guidelines, and notifications

related to solar rooftop.

1.6.2 Out of Scope Functionalities

The out of scope functionalities include:

Development of interactive functions between consumer and DES – CEIG.

Development of interface with DES – CEIG’s EODB portal and AP’s “MeeSeva”

portal.

Development of mobile application.

1.7 KEY ASSUMPTIONS, CONSTRAINTS, AND DEPENDENCIES

1.7.1 Assumptions

The process adopted for both APEPDCL and APSPDCL is same.

A new set of guidelines for solar rooftop indicating implementation of the portal will be

introduced.

The DES – CEIG’s process for consumers seeking drawing and safety clearance will

be implemented through the DES – CEIG’s EODB portal.

The system installer will have access to the portal through individual registered

consumer’s interface.

1.7.2 Constraints

The portal caters to enabling installation of only grid connected solar rooftop

systems.

1.7.3 Risks

Modifications in AP Solar Power Policy 2015 related to solar rooftop.

Change in subsidy allocation by MNRE to different categories of consumers and

removal of subsidy provision.



1.7.4 Dependencies

Installation of grid connected solar rooftop system in the State of AP will be expedited

through the implementation of the portal.

The DES – CEIG’s EODB portal will facilitate seeking drawing and safety approvals

for installation of solar rooftop systems.



2 BUSINESS PROCESS

This chapter provides description of the current processes implemented and the proposed

business processes.

2.1 CURRENT PROCESS

To seek clearance for solar rooftop installation process, the multiple stakeholders

independently and discretely interact with the consumer/implementing agency. The process

presently followed by the individual stakeholders is depicted in Figure 1 and 2 respectively.

SNA Process

NREDCAP’s subsidy disbursement procedure is given in Figure 1.

DISCOM Procedure

The application process for APEPDCL and APSPDCL are adopted through ‘MeeSeva’

center and ‘Customer Support Center’ (CSC) respectively. The procedure followed is

depicted in Figure 2.

Offline Submission of MNRE Form A/B/C by Consumer/Implementing Agency

Site Visit and Review of Application by District Manager (DM)

Review of Application by Officer on Special Duty (OSD)/General Manager (GM) (Solar).

Approval of Subsidy by VC and MD, NREDCAP

Disbursement of Subsidy via Cheque Payment

Joint Inspection After Commissioning of System

Figure 1: SNAs Existing Subsidy Disbursement Process



2.2 PROPOSED BUSINESS PROCESS

The proposed process intends to mediate the entire submission of application, allotment of

time slot, grant of internal approval, receipt of approval by consumer, and subsidy

disbursement process through the online portal. All inter and intra stakeholder interactions

between consumers, NREDCAP, and DISCOMs will be facilitated through the USRTP.

Additionally, the portal will also have a feature for the consumers to approach Banks/FIs to

avail loans. The stakeholder interactions via USRTP is presented in Figure 3.

Online Consumer Application Along With Payment

Inspection by DISCOM Officials, Deemed Approval/Disapproval

Installation of SPV System by Customer and Request for Inspection by DISCOM Official

Inspection, Calibration of Meters, and Deemed Approval by DISCOM Officials Payment of Metering Cost by the Consumer

Synchronization of Installed SPV System by DISCOM Officials

Consumers Shall Enter Into an Agreement With DISCOMs Within 15 Working Days/Otherwise Feasibility Is Deemed to Be Cancelled

Net Billing System Started Within One Month of Installation (ERO)/Circle Office

7 Days

15 Days

3 Months

10 Days

7 Days

1 Month/Next Billing Cycle

Figure 2: DISCOMs Existing Interconnection Process

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Figure 3: Stakeholder Interaction on USRTP



3 BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS

3.1 BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS

This section lists the functional and non-functional requirements. The user requirements

have been captured and organized adopting the use case approach. The High Level Use

(HLU) Cases depict the overall process flow and the Low Level Use (LLU) Cases depict the

business requirements, both as elaborated in Section 3.2. The functional requirements for

the USRTP is illustrated in Table 2.

Table 2: Functional Requirements

Requirement

Number

Description Use Case

Number

Impacted

Stakeholders

General Functionality

FR-G-001 Registration Process HLU1 Consumers

FR-G-002 Residential Consumer Registration Process LLU1.1 Residential

Consumers

FR-G-003 Non-Residential Consumer Registration

Process

LLU1.2 Non-Residential

Consumers

General Functionality for NREDCAP

FR-GFN-001 Application for Subsidy Process HLU2 Consumers,

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-002 Filling Application Form LLU2.1 Consumers/Channel

Partners

FR-GFN-003 Subsidy Application Fee Payment LLU2.2 Consumers/Channel

Partner

FR-GFN-004 Generating Acknowledgement Receipt on

Subsidy Application

LLU2.3 Consumers/Channel

Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-005 Reviewing Subsidy Application and

Addressing Deficiencies


Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-006 Scheduling Site Visit by NREDCAP LLU2.5 Consumers/Channel

Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-007 Reviewing Completed Subsidy Application

at DO, NREDCAP


Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-008 Reviewing Subsidy Application at HO,

NREDCAP


Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-009 Issuing In-Principle Subsidy Sanction Letter LLU2.8 Consumers/Channel

Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-010 Subsidy Disbursement HLU3 Consumers/Channel

Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-011 Scheduling and Conducting Joint

Inspection by NREDCAP


Partners and

NREDCAP Officials



Requirement

Number


Number

Impacted

Stakeholders

FR-GFN-012 Submitting Documents for Subsidy

Disbursal


Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-013 Verifying Submitted Documents for Subsidy

Disbursal at HO


Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-014 Subsidy Disbursement LLU3.4 Consumers/Channel

Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-GFN-015 Procedure for Registration and Addressing

Complaints


Partners and

NREDCAP Officials

General Functionality for DISCOMs

FR-GFD-001 Procedure for Application Submission to

DISCOM to Install Grid Connected Solar

Rooftop Systems

HLU4 Consumers/Channel

Partners and DISCOM

Officials

FR-GFD-002 Filling Interconnection Application Form LLU4.1 Consumers/Channel

Partners and DISCOM

Officials

FR-GFD-003 Fee Payment and Receipt of

Acknowledgement for Interconnection

Application


Partners and DISCOM

Officials

FR-GFD-003 Technical Feasibility Determination and

Intimation to Consumer About Outcome of

Feasibility Study and Inspection


Partners and DISCOM

Officials

FR-GFD-004 Procedure for Interaction During Installation

Process


Partners and DISCOM

Officials

FR-GFD-005 Meter Procurement Process LLU6.1 Consumers/Channel

Partners and DISCOM

Officials

FR-GFD-006 Inspection and Commissioning Process by

DISCOM


Partners and DISCOM

Officials

FR-GFD-007 Escalation Process for APEPDCL HLU8 Consumers/Channel

Partners and DISCOM

Officials

FR-GFD-008 Functionalities Related to DES – CEIG HLU9 Consumers/Channel

Partners

General Information Functionality

FR-GIF-001 Informational Functionalities HLU10 Consumers

FR-GIF-002 Information Functionalities LLU10.1 Consumers

FR-GIF-003 Help Related Functionalities LLU10.2 Consumers

FR-GIF-004 Location Information LLU10.3 NREDCAP Officials,

and DISCOM Officials

FR-GIF-005 Updates LLU10.4 Consumers and

NREDCAP Officials



Requirement

Number


Number

Impacted

Stakeholders

FR-GIF-006 Informational Functionalities on

Consumer/DISCOM/SNA Dashboard

HLU18 Consumer, DISCOM

Officials and

NREDCAP Officials

Usability Requirements

FR-U-001 The Portal Should Be Active 24/7

FR-U-002 Portal Should Be Viewable on Desktop,

Laptops, Tablets, and Mobiles

Scalability Requirements

FR-SC-001 There Must Be No Restriction on the

Number of Users That Can Be

Accommodated Concurrently

FR-SC-002 Amount of Data That Can Be

Accommodated on the Portal Should Be at

Least 100 GB and Should Be Scaled Up in

the Future as per Requirements

Reporting Requirements

FR-R-001 Report Generation for DISCOM and SNA HLU14 DISCOM Officials and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-R-002 Time Schedule Report Generation for

DISCOM and NREDCAP Site Visit

HLU15 DISCOM Officials and

NREDCAP Officials

FR-R-003 List of All Applications Received by

DISCOM for Solar Rooftop Installations

HLU16 DISCOM Officials

FR-R-004 List of All Applications Received for

Subsidy

HLU17 NREDCAP Officials

The non-functional requirements of the USRTP is presented in Table 3.

Table 3: Non-Functional Requirements

Requirement

Number


Number

Impacted

Stakeholders

NFR-001 Login IDs for NREDCAP Officials HLU11 NREDCAP Officials

NFR-002 Login IDs for APEPDCL Officials HLU12 APEPDCL Officials

NFR-003 Login IDs for APSPDCL Officials HLU13 APSPDCL Officials

3.2 USE CASES

This section defines the HLU and LLU Cases capturing user requirements.

3.2.1 USE CASES FOR GENERAL FUNCTIONALITIES

HLU Case Number: HLU1

Description: Registration Process

Actors: Consumers

Flow Chart



Figure 4: Registration Process

Business Rules:

To avail access to the online application process, the portal should enable all types of

consumers to register themselves on the portal.

Consumer’s basic contact details such as Name, Address, Contact Number, Email ID

and a Password of their choice should be collected at registration stage.

LLU Case Number: LLU1.1

Description: Residential Consumer Registration Process

Actors: Residential Consumers

Flow Chart:

Residential Consumers All Other Consumers R

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Pro

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Basic Information: Name, Address

Basic Information: Name, Address

Other Information: DISCOM Name, Consumer

Number, Service Type

Details of Primary Contact Person

Other Information: DISCOM Name, Consumer

Number, Service Type

Email ID, Password

Details of Alternate Contact Person

Email ID, Password

Registration Complete

Registration Complete



Figure 5: Residential Consumer Registration Process

Business Rules:

The residential consumer’s basic details such as Name, Address, Mobile Number,

Email ID, DISCOM Name, Consumer Number and Service Type (High

Tension[HT]/Low Tension[LT]) should be collected during the registration process.

A password of consumer’s choice should be collected at registration stage to enable

logging on to the portal.

On fulfillment of filling these criteria, the registration for residential consumers will be

complete.

On completion of registration an intimation regarding successful registration will be

sent to the consumer on their registered email address


Description: Non-Residential Consumer Registration Process

Actors: Non-Residential Consumers

Flow Chart

Figure 6: Non-Residential Consumer Registration Process

Business Rules:

Residential Consumer

Basic Information: Name, Address, Mobile Number

Other Information: DISCOM Name,

Consumer Number, Service

Type

Email ID, Password

Registration Complete. Receipt of

Email.

Non-Residential Consumers

Basic Information: Name, Address of

Organization

Other Information: DISCOM Name,

Consumer Number, Service Type

Details of Primary Contact Person

Details of Alternate Contact Person

Email ID, Password Registration Complete

Receipt of Email



The non-residential consumer’s basic details such as Name of Organization, Address

of Organization, Phone Number, Email ID, DISCOM name, Consumer Number, and

Service Type (HT/LT) should be collected via registration process.

Details of the primary contact person of the organization such as Name, Designation,

Email ID, Mobile Number, and Phone Number should be collected.

A provision to collect details of an alternate contact should also be made.

The primary contact’s Email ID will be the registered Email ID and a Password will be

set by the primary contact person.

On fulfillment of filling these criteria the registration for residential consumers will be

complete.

On completion of registration an intimation regarding successful registration will be

sent to the consumer on their registered email address.

3.2.2 USE CASES FOR NREDCAP FUNCTIONALITIES


Description: Application for Subsidy Process

Actors:

Eligible Consumers/Channel Partners

District Manager (DM) at District Office (DO), NREDCAP

Project Director at Head Office (HO), NREDCAP

Assistant Manager at HO, NREDCAP

Deputy General Manager (DGM) (Finance and Administration [F and A])

Officer on Special Duty (OSD) General Manager (GM) (Solar) at HO, NREDCAP

Vice Chairman (VC) and Managing Director (MD) at HO, NREDCAP

Flow Chart



Figure 7: Process Flow Chart for Subsidy Application

Business Rules:

Eligible consumer’s subsidy application should be collected in web based format.

Application fee payment must be facilitated online.

Acknowledgement receipt of application submission and fee receipt should be

provided to the consumer.

Application reviewing by SNA officials should be enabled online.

Online scheduling of site visit by DM through time slot allotment should be enabled.

Intimation of deficiencies in application by DM and revision of the shortcomings in

application form by the consumer should be allowed.

The In-Principle Sanction Letter on verification of completed application should be

provided to the consumer through the portal.


Description: Filling Application Form

Actors: Consumers/Channel Partners

Flow Chart



Figure 8: Flow Chart to Fill Subsidy Application Form

Business Rules:

The consumers eligible to avail subsidy are as follows:

Central Financial Assistance (CFA) (30 percent of benchmark cost):

Residential, Institutional, and Social Sector

State Government Subsidy (20 percent of benchmark cost): Residential

consumer (1-200 units per month consumption) and government institutions

The eligible consumer/implementing agency willing to avail subsidy should be able to

fill the subsidy application form online. The subsidy application formats, Format S1A,

S1B, S1C are attached as Annexure I, II, and III respectively. The format to be filled

is based on the capacity of system to be installed.

Format S1A: 1-5 kWp capacity.

Format S1B: Above 5 kWp and up to 50 kWp capacity.

Format S1C: Above 50 kWp and up to 500 kWp capacity.

Documents to be uploaded while applying for subsidy are provided in Table 4.

Table 4: List of Documents to Be Uploaded During Subsidy Application

Form Capacity Documents to be Uploaded

S1A 1-5 kWp Capacity Passport size photo of beneficiary with signature

ID Proof: Aadhar Card with beneficiary’s mobile number

Latest electricity bill

DISCOM consent

Photograph of the front view of the proposed site with

date

Submit Subsidy Application in Form

S1A for System Size 1-5 kWp


S1B for System Size >5 kWp and Up to

50 kWp


S1C for System Size >50 kWp and up to

500 kWp

Eligible Consumer

CFA (30 Percent of MNRE Benchmark Cost)

State Government Subsidy (SGS) (20 Percent of MNRE Benchmark Cost)

Residential, Institutional, and

Social Sector

Government Institutions

Residential Consumer (Consumption <200

Units/Month)



Form Capacity Documents to be Uploaded

Agreement/Consent Certificate from user/beneficiary on

INR 25/- Stamp Paper (format present along with Form

S1A)

S1B Above 5 kWp and Up to

50 kWp Capacity

Passport size photo of beneficiary with signature



DISCOM consent

Executive summary of the proposal

Calculations and justification of proposed capacity

Sketch/Line diagram of complete solar photovoltaic

(SPV) system with details

Schematic diagram of the system including protecting

interlocking devices, monitoring and data logging points

to be provided.

Completion schedule with milestones (Program

Evaluation Review Technique (PERT) chart preferably)

Single line diagram elaborating interconnection of the

SPV plant to the grid

Letter of Consent for synchronization of SPV plant with

the Network of Distribution Licensee/NOC (not

mandatory)

Single line diagram elaborating type and location of

meter(s)

Copy of agreement made with distribution licensee

and/or third party (not mandatory)

Undertaking from the consumer/beneficiary regarding

the acceptability and cost sharing of the project

(Agreement/Consent Certificate from user/beneficiary

on INR 25/- Stamp Paper [format present along with

Form S1B])


date

S1C Above 50 kWp and Up to

500 kWp

Passport size photo of beneficiary with signature



DISCOM consent

All attachments as indicated in Form S1B

Calculation for unit cost of power generation

Cost benefit analysis and payback period

Respective drawings for layout, connection,

components etc.

Connectivity details with grid and metering arrangement

(with sketch diagram)

Agreement with distribution licensee/DISCOMs (not

mandatory)


date

Agreement/Consent Certificate from user/beneficiary on

INR 25 Stamp Paper (format present along with Form

S1C)




Description: Subsidy Application Fee Payment

Actors: Consumers/Channel Partners

Flow Chart

Figure 9: Flow Chart for Subsidy Application Fee Payment

Business Rules:

The consumer should be able to pay the subsidy application fees online to

NREDCAP through the portal.

Depending on the system size, the consumer will be required to pay the fees as

indicated in Table 5.

Portal should allow submission of application only after the completion of fee

payment through the portal.

Table 5: Fee Payment Rates

Sr. No. System Size Fees (INR)

1. Up to 5 kWp 1,000 + Taxes*

2. 6-100 kWp 5,000 + Taxes*

3. 101-1,000 kWp 10,000 + Taxes*

*Taxes will be levied as per the applicable Goods and Service Tax (GST) rates (18 percent

for fiscal year [FY] 2017-18).


Description: Generating Acknowledgement Receipt on Subsidy Application

System Size 1-5 kWp: INR 1,000 + 18 Percent GST

System Size >5 kWp and Up to 50 kWp:

INR 5,000 + 18 Percent GST

System Size >50 kWp and Up to 500 kWp:

INR 10,000 + 18 Percent GST

Fill Subsidy Application Form

Online Payment of Subsidy Application Fees

Submit Subsidy Application



Actors: Consumers/Channel Partners and DM at DO, NREDCAP

Flow Chart

Figure 10: Flow Chart of Acknowledgement Receipt on Subsidy Application

Business Rules:

The subsidy application on submission by the consumer should be received by the

DM at the appropriate DO of NREDCAP.

On delivery of the application to the DM, a system generated acknowledgement

should be given to the consumer indicating receipt of application form and the

assigned application number.


Description: Reviewing Subsidy Application and Addressing Deficiencies

Actors:

Consumers/Channel Partners

DM at DO, NREDCAP

Flow Chart

Generation of System Generated Acknowledgement Receipt

Submit Subsidy Application Receipt of Application by DM

Acknowledgement Received by Consumer



Figure 11: Review of Subsidy Application

Business Rules:

The DMs through their login should be able to review the subsidy applications

received from consumers.

On reviewing the application, the DM must have three options.

Reject Application: The application should be rejected if the applicant is

ineligible to receive subsidy and the reason for rejection should be provided.

Communicate Shortfall: In case of any shortfall/deficiencies in application, the

DM must communicate the same to the consumer within a span of seven

working days from the receipt of subsidy application.

Approve Application: The DM must approve the completed application if

deficiencies have been addressed by the consumer and forward it to the HO

after performing site visit.

If any shortfalls are noted and communicated to the consumer, the consumer must

address the deficiencies/shortfalls within 10 days of receipt of intimation of

deficiencies/shortfalls and submit the revised documents online.


Description: Scheduling Site Visit by NREDCAP

Actors: Consumers/Channel Partners and DM at DO, NREDCAP

Flow Chart

Deficient Application

Reject Application Complete Application

Review of Subsidy Application

Ineligible Consumers Eligible Consumers

Conduct Site Visit

Send Intimation of Deficiencies/

Shortfall

DM

Submit Revised Application

Online

Consumers



Figure 12: Scheduling Site Visit

Business Rules:

The DMs through their login should be able to review the subsidy applications

received.

If the consumer is ineligible to receive subsidy, the DM will reject the application

through the portal and should have a provision to provide a reason for rejection of the

application.

If the consumer is eligible to receive subsidy, the DM will schedule a visit to the site

location by allotting time slots to the eligible consumers.

The DM will suggest three time slots to the consumer preferably on different dates

through the portal. The consumer should then select one slot from the suggested

slots.


Description: Reviewing Completed Subsidy Application at DO, NREDCAP

Actors:


DM at DO, NREDCAP

VC and MD at HO, NREDCAP

OSD/GM (Solar) at HO, NREDCAP


Project Director at HO, NREDCAP

Scheduling Site Visit Reject Application

Allotment of Three Time Slots

Scheduling of Site Visit by DM

Ineligible Consumers Eligible Consumers

Selection of One Time Slot by Consumer

Conducting Site Visit



Flow Chart

Figure 13: Review of Completed Subsidy Application

Business Rules:

In case any deficiencies/shortfalls in the application are communicated to the

consumer, the DM is required to verify whether the consumer has addressed all

deficiencies/shortfalls.

After conducting site visit, if the site is appropriate for installation of solar rooftop

system and after verifying completeness of the application, the DM should be able to

upload a signed copy of Affidavit/

Declaration on INR 25 Stamp Paper.

If the application is complete in all respects, the DM should be able to forward the

application to the HO along with a signed Affidavit/Declaration by selecting

‘Approved’.

Application must be forwarded to HO within 7 working days of receipt of completed

application.

At the HO the completed application should be received simultaneously by the

following:






Description: Reviewing Subsidy Application at HO, NREDCAP

Actors:



Uploading Scanned Signed Copy of Affidavit/Declaration on INR 25 Stamp Paper

by DM

Forwarding Completed Application Along With the Uploaded Affidavit/Declaration to HO

Completion of Site Visit

Reviewing Completed Subsidy Application

DM Consumer

Received by Consumer

HO, NREDCAP

Assistant Manager, NREDCAP

Project Director, NREDCAP

VC and MD, NREDCAP

OSD/GM (Solar), NREDCAP



Flow Chart

Figure 14: Review of Subsidy Application at HO

Approved Rejected Approved

Receipt of Intimation

Project Director Assistant Manager

Verification of Application

VC and MD

Application Terminated

Receipt of Complete Subsidy Application From DM

OSD/GM (Solar)


Disapproved

Approved Rejected



Application Terminated



Business Rules:

Details of the application and eligibility of the consumer for sanction of subsidy

should be first verified by the Project Director and Assistant Manager at HO and

further intimated to the OSD/GM (Solar).

The Assistant Manager on reviewing the application should have the option to

select ‘Approved’ and ‘Disapproved’.

The Project Director on reviewing the application should have the option to

select ‘Approved’ and ‘Rejected’. If the Project Director selects ‘Rejected’, the

subsidy application will be terminated.

The Subsidy Application is then reviewed by the OSD/GM (Solar).

The verification responses of the Assistant Manager and Project Director

should be visible to the OSD/GM (Solar).

The OSD/GM (Solar) should also have the option to select ‘Approved’ and

‘Rejected’.

On receipt of approval from both the Assistant Manager and Project Director,

the OSD/GM (Solar) should be able to review the application and

approve/reject the application by selecting ‘Approved’ or ‘Rejected’.

On receipt of ‘Disapproved/Rejected’ response from Assistant Manager or

Project Director, the OS/GM (Solar) should be able to review and select

‘Approved’ or ‘Rejected’.

On approval/rejection of the subsidy application by the OSD/GM (Solar), the VC and

MD, NREDCAP should be intimated regarding the eligibility of the applicant.


Description: Issuing In-Principle Subsidy Sanction Letter

Actors:




Flow Chart

Figure 15: Issuance of In-Principle Sanction Letter

Issuance of In-Principle Sanction Letter


Consumer DGM (F and A)

Receipt of Intimation on Eligibility of Applicant

VC and MD

Receipt of Complete Subsidy Application From DM

DM

Receipt of In-Principle Sanction Letter



Business Rules:

The review of subsidy application at HO and issuance of In-Principle Sanction Letter

should be completed within three working days of receipt of the completed

application from the DM.

The VC and MD, NREDCAP on receipt of confirmation of eligibility from OSD/GM

(Solar) should be able to issue In-Principle Sanction Letter to the consumer.

Format of the In-Principle Sanction Letter (Form S2) is attached as Annexure IV.

On issuance of In-Principle Sanction letter, the consumer should be able to receive

the letter through the portal.

The DM and DGM (F and A) should be able to receive the intimation of issuance of

the In-Principle Sanction letter.


Description: Subsidy Disbursement

Actors:


DM at DO, NREDCAP



DGM (F and A) at HO, NREDCAP





Flow Chart:

Figure 16: Process Flow for Subsidy Disbursement



Business Rules:

The consumers should be able to send a request online for initiating a joint inspection

of the system.

The DM should be able to allot the time slot through the portal for conducting joint

inspection.

The consumers should be able to upload documents required by NREDCAP for

disbursement of subsidy.

The NREDCAP officials should receive the uploaded documents through the portal.

The NREDCAP officials should be able to verify the documents online and approve

subsidy disbursement.

The DGM (F and A) will release subsidy to the Beneficiary through online payment

mode.


Description: Scheduling and Conducting Joint Inspection by NREDCAP

Actors:


DM at DO, NREDCAP

Flow Chart

Figure 17: Flow Chart for Scheduling and Conducting Joint Inspection

Business Rules:

On completion of installation and commissioning of the solar rooftop system, the

consumer should be able to send a request online to the DM for allotment of time slot

for Joint Inspection.

On receipt of request, the DM should provide the consumer a choice of three time

slots on preferably three different days for conducting the Joint Inspection.

Send Request for Joint Inspection

Consumer

Completion of System

Commissioning

DM

Receive Request for Joint

Inspection

Scheduling Joint Inspection

Allotment of Three Time Slots

Selection of One Time Slot by Consumer

Conducting Joint Inspection

Signing Joint Inspection Form

Receiving Signed Joint Inspection

Form



The consumer must confirm one of the allotted slots.

The DM will then conduct site visit and sign the Joint Inspection Certificate (Form S3)

attached as Annexure V.

The Joint Inspection must be completed within seven days of receiving request for

Joint Inspection.

The DM is required to inspect the system in the presence of consumer and system

installer.


Description: Submitting Documents for Subsidy Disbursal

Actors:


DM at DO, NREDCAP





Flow Chart

Figure 18: Submission of Documents for Subsidy Disbursal

Business Rules:

On completion of inspection, the consumer must be able to upload the following list of

documents to be received by the DM at DO and OSD/GM (Solar), Project Director, and

Assistant Manager at HO.

Copy of Work Order.

Invoice.

Joint Inspection Report in original with the date of commissioning.

Project Completion Report in original (Form S4) along with SPV panel numbers and

inverter details. Format of Project Completion Report is attached as Annexure VI.

Photographs (with beneficiary/organization).

Synchronization Letter with serial number of meter.

Statement of expenditure (SOE) (Form S5) from Chartered Accountant in original.

Form S5 is attached as Annexure VII.

Receive Uploaded Documents

Consumer

Online Submission

of Documents

Assistant

Manager Project

Director DM

OSD/GM

(Solar)



One-month electricity bills (after commissioning, indicating export/import of energy).

Authorization letter in case of disbursement of subsidy to the System Integrator

(Form S6); if not to the beneficiary, along with the counter signature of District

Manager. Form S6 is attached as Annexure VIII.


Description: Verifying Submitted Documents for Subsidy Disbursal at HO

Actors:


DM at DO, NREDCAP







Flow Chart

Figure 19: Verification of Submitted Documents for Subsidy Disbursal at HO



Business Rules:

The DM at DO and OSD/GM (Solar), Project Director and Assistant Manager at HO

should be able to receive the uploaded documents.

The Project Director and Assistant Manager should be able to verify the

completeness of the documents and the outcome of verification should be intimated

to OSD/GM (Solar) by selecting ‘Complete’ or ‘Incomplete’.

The consumer should upload the documents and the Project Director and Assistant

Manager should complete the verification process within seven days of the

completion of inspection.

If funds are available, the OSD/GM (Solar) on receipt of outcome of verification

should be able to ‘Approve’ or ‘Reject’ the application. Selecting ‘Approve’ should

forward the documents to Finance team. Selecting ‘Reject’ should terminate the

application and there should be a provision for conveying reason for termination to

the consumer.

If the OSD/GM (Solar) approves the application, the finance team should be able to

check the documents and verify their completeness.

The finance team should intimate the OSD/GM (Solar) about the completeness of the

application by selecting ‘Complete’ or ‘Incomplete’.

If the application is complete and verified by the finance team, the OSD/GM (Solar)

should confirm Approval to VC and MD, NREDCAP for disbursement of subsidy.


Description: Subsidy Disbursement

Actors:





Flow Chart

Figure 20: Disbursement of Subsidy

Approve Reject Release of Subsidy

Receipt of Complete Application With All

Documents

Consumer/Channel

Partner DGM (F and A) OSD/GM (Solar) VC and MD

Receipt of Intimation of

Subsidy Release

Receipt of Subsidy



Business Rules:

On completion of verification procedure at the HO, the OSD/GM (Solar) should be

able to forward the completed application and documents to the VC and MD,

NREDCAP for disbursement of subsidy.

The VC and MD, NREDCAP should be able to ‘Accept’ or ‘Reject’ the application.

If the VC and MD, NREDCAP ‘Approves’ the application, the DGM (F and A),

NREDCAP should be intimated.

The DGM (F and A), NREDCAP will then release the subsidy via online payment to

the Consumer/Channel Partner.

The Consumer/Channel Partner should receive the subsidy and simultaneously, the

OSD/GM (Solar), NREDCAP should be intimated of the subsidy release.

If funds are available, the subsidy release should be completed within five days after

the verification of documents at HO.


Description: Procedure for Registration and Addressing Complaints

Actors:

Consumers

DM at DO, NREDCAP


Flow Chart

Figure 21: Process for Registration and Addressing of Complaints

Business Rules:

The consumer should have the facility to lodge a complaint against the System

Installer pertaining to technical specification, performance, operation and

maintenance, and guarantee/warrantee.

The DM at DO and OSD/GM (Solar) at HO should be able to receive the complaint.

Consumer NREDCAP

(DO and HO)

Ad

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Registration of Complaint

Receive Complaint from Beneficiary and Forward Complaint

Channel Partner

Address Complaints

15 Day



The DM should then forward the complaint received to the empaneled System

Installer/Channel Partner. A time duration of 15 days should be granted to address

the complaint and perform rectification.

In case of failure to address the complaint, the NREDCAP will initiate appropriate

action against the System Installer/Channel Partner.

3.2.3 USE CASES FOR DISCOM FUNCTIONALITIES


Description: Procedure for Application Submission to DISCOM to Install Grid Connected

Solar Rooftop Systems

Actors:

Consumers

Assistant Divisional Engineer (ADE) (Operations)

Superintending Engineer (SE) (Operations)

Flow Chart

Business Rules:

On completion of registration on the portal, the consumer should apply online for

interconnection of the solar rooftop system through the portal.

The DISCOM officials should be able to receive the interconnection application.

The consumer should upload additional documents as required along with the

application form on the portal.

The applicant should complete online payment of fees prior to the submission of

application form.

Consumer DISCOM

Ap

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Apply Online Using Form 1(A) Upload Documents

Online Payment of Fees Receipt of Application by

ADE(Operations): 1-56 kWp SE (Operations): >56 kWp

Receipt of Fees

Generate Acknowledgement Receipt in Form 1(C)

Receive Acknowledgement Receipt

1 Day

Submit ‘Authorization Certificate and Declaration for

Groups/Societies’ in Form 1(B)



A system generated acknowledgement should be generated confirming receipt of

application and fees, specifying the application number.


Description: Filling Interconnection Application Form

Actors: Consumers

Flow Chart

Figure 22: Filling of Interconnection Application Form Online

Business Rules:

The applicant must fill the Application Form (Form 1(A)) online on the USRTP. Form

1(A) is attached as Annexure IX.

If the applicant is a Group/Society etc., the applicant must fill additional Declaration

Form/Authorization Letter (Form 1(B) and submit as an attachment along with the

Application Form (Form 1(A)). Form 1(B) is attached as Annexure X.

The applicant must submit/upload following documents as specified in Table 6 along

with the Application Form.

Table 6: List of Documents to Be Uploaded With Form 1(A)

Sr. No. Documents

1 Copy of Latest Electricity Bill

2 Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card)

3 Authorization Certificate and Declaration for Groups/Societies in Format 1(B) in Case

Applicant is Group/Society


Description: Fee Payment and Receipt of Acknowledgement for Interconnection Application

Actors:

Consumers

ADE (Operations)

Fill Interconnection Application Form 1(A)

Upload ‘Authorization Certificate and Declaration for Groups/Societies’ in Form

1(B) in Case of Groups/Societies

Consumer

Upload Documents



SE (Operations)

Flow Chart

Figure 23: Fee Payment and Receipt of Acknowledgement for Interconnection Application

Business Rules:

Prior to the submission of Interconnection Application Form, the applicant must

complete the process of online fees payment. The applicant must pay INR 25 as

fees.

The portal should allow submission of Interconnection Application Form only on

completion of fee payment through the portal.

The application form should be submitted to ADE (Operations) for LT connectivity

(capacity ≤ 56 kWp) and SE (Operations) for HT connectivity (for capacity >56 kWp).

After submission of the Interconnection Application Form, the applicant should

receive an automatically generated acknowledgement in Form 1(C) upon submission

of application form along with the application fees. The acknowledgment receipt

should have a unique application number assigned to each applicant for future

correspondence. Form 1(C) is attached as Annexure XI.


Description: Technical Feasibility Determination and Intimation to Consumer About Outcome

of Feasibility Study and Inspection

Actors:

Consumers

ADE (Operations)

SE (Operations)

Flow Chart

Receipt of Application by ADE(Operations): 1-56 kWp SE (Operations): >56 kWp

Receipt of Fees

Consumer

Online Payment of Interconnection Application

Fees

DISCOM

Submit Interconnection Application

Acknowledgement Receipt Form 1(C) Received



Figure 24: Utility Review Process

Business Rules:

On receipt of the Interconnection Application Form, the DISCOM should undertake

the technical feasibility determination of the rooftop site within seven days of the date

of receipt of the application.

The DISCOM officers as detailed in Table 7 should undertake the technical feasibility

study and should intimate the consumer regarding the feasibility.

Table 7: Feasibility Inspection and Approving Authority

Sr. No. Type of Service Authority

1. LT (≤56 kW) ADE (Operations)

2. HT (>56 kW, ≤1,000 kW) SE (Operations)

The Feasibility Inspection Authority (ADE (Operations)/SE (Operations) should

prepare the Technical Feasibility Report in Form 2 and upload it online to share with

the applicant. The feasibility inspection process should be completed within seven

days of the receipt of application. Form 2 is attached as Annexure XII.

There are three possible outcomes of the technical feasibility inspection.

Technically Feasible: If the technical feasibility is satisfactory, DISCOM should

approve the application and intimate the same to the applicant by providing a

Letter of Approval (LOA) (Form 5) within seven days from the receipt of

application. Form 5 is attached as Annexure XVI. This LOA must be provided

through the portal.

Technically Not Feasible: In case the technical feasibility is negative/

unsatisfactory, the same should be intimated to the applicant within seven days

from the receipt of application. The DISCOM should send the intimation online

about the termination of application in Form 3(B) attached as Annexure XIV. The

signing authority is same as the feasibility inspecting and approving authority.



Deficiencies and Resolution of Deficiencies: In case of deficiencies in the

application form, which can be rectified, the DISCOM should intimate the same to

the applicant online through Form 3(A) within seven days from the receipt of the

application. Further, if any technical constraints are observed during inspection

due to which, it is not feasible for DISCOM to provide connectivity up to the

capacity proposed by the applicant, in such case the applicant will be given an

option to install the system at a reduced capacity or withdraw the application.

This should be intimated through Form 3(A) attached as Annexure XIII.

The applicant should then remove the identified deficiencies in the application

form within a period of seven days from the receipt of intimation (Form 3(A)) and

intimate the DISCOM about the resolution of the deficiencies in Form 4 attached

as Annexure XV. Further, DISCOM will assess the response and provide a LOA

(Format 5) to the applicant upon satisfaction. If the deficiencies are not removed

in the said period, the application shall stand cancelled/deemed terminated.

Communication through Form 3(A), Form 3(B), and Form 5 on the portal shall be

done by ADE (Operations) for LT and SE (Operations) for HT.


Description: Procedure for Interaction During Installation Process

Actors:

Consumers

ADE (Operations)

SE (Operations)

AE (Operations)

DE (Operations)



Flow Chart

Figure 25: Interaction During Installation Process

Business Rules:

The Interconnection Agreement between the DISCOM and the applicant in duplicate

will be signed physically in the presence of witness and one copy will be retained with

the consumer. Format 6(A) and 6(B) of the Interconnection Agreement for individual

consumer and groups/societies are attached as Annexure XVII and XVIII

respectively. The consumer should upload a scanned copy of the document

agreement signed by both DISCOM and consumer on the portal.

The Interconnection Agreement must be signed and uploaded within 15 days of the

receipt of LOA. If the agreement is not signed within the stipulated time frame, then

the feasibility is cancelled.

The DISCOM entities responsible for signing the agreement are:

LT: ≤56 kWp — ADE (Operations)

HT: >56 kWp — SE (Operations)

The applicant should complete the installation of solar rooftop project within three

months of submission of the Interconnection Agreement to DISCOM. However, the

applicant shall be at liberty to complete the installation process before this period and

approach the DISCOM for initiating the next step.

The application for procurement of net meter from the DISCOM must be submitted

simultaneously to the installation process. The Intimation of meter procurement

should be submitted at least 15 days before the submission of Form 9 (intimation to

DISCOM for readiness of the system for system checks, synchronization with

DISCOM grid and installation of meters). It shall be mandatory for all the consumers

Consumer

Ins

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Submit Signed Interconnection Agreement

in Format 6(A)/6(B)

DISCOM

Send LOA From DISCOM by ADE (Operations) for LT and SE (Operations) for HT

(Form 5)

Receipt of Agreement

15 Days

System Installation

90 Days

Agreement Signed

Feasibility Cancelled

Agreement Not Signed

Meter Procurement Application

15 Days Before Submission of Form 9



to approach DISCOM for meter procurement. Only on the receipt of communication

about non-availability of meters from DISCOM, the consumers shall procure meters

by themselves.


Description: Meter Procurement Process

Actors:

Consumers

AE (Operations)

DE (Operations)

ADE (Operations)

SE (Operations)

Flow Chart

Figure 26: Meter Procurement Process

Business Rules:

Procurement From DISCOM: The applicant should procure net meter from

DISCOM. The applicant should submit the Intimation Form (Form 7[A]) to DISCOM at

Consumer

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Submit Intimation/Application to Procure Net Meter From

DISCOM and in Format 7(A)

DISCOM

Receipt of Form 7(A) by AE (Operations) for LT and AE

(Operations) and DE (Operations) for HT.

Assigning Net Meter in Form 7(B) by AE (Operations) for LT and

AE (Operations) for HT Receipt of Form 7(B)

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Submit Request for Meter Testing in Format 7(C) If Meter Is

Not Available With DISCOM. Payment of Meter Testing Fees

Request for Testing and Fees Received by ADE (Operations) for LT and SE (Operations) for

HT

Application to Procure Meter From DISCOM Must Be Submitted at Least 15 Days Before Submission of Form 9

Payment of Fee If Meter Is Available

With DISCOM.

Receipt of Meter Procurement Fees



least 15 days prior to the expected date of submission of Form 9. Form 7(A) is

attached as Annexure XIX. The DISCOM will intimate the applicant regarding

availability/allotment/assigning of the net meter through Form 7(B), attached as

Annexure XX. Upon receipt of Form 7(B) from the DISCOM, the applicant should

make necessary online payment as intimated in Form 7(B) for procurement and

testing of net meter to the DISCOM while submitting Form 9. The charges for meter

procurement and testing shall be as specified in Table 8.

Table 8: Meter Procurement and Testing Charges for Procurement From APEPDCL

Meter Type Charges (INR)

Single Phase LT Meter 2,230

Three Phase LT Meter 4,530

HT Trivector Meter 11,500/Meter

CT Meter (Up to 56 kWp) 12,500

The DISCOM authorities receiving application in Format 7(A) are:

LT: ≤56 kWp — AE (Operations)

HT: >56 kWp, <1,000 kWp — DE (Operations) and AE(Operation)

The DISCOM authorities conveying allotment in Format 7(B) are as follows

LT: ≤56 kWp — AE (Operations)

HT: >56 kWp, <1,000 kWp — AE (Operations)

Non-Availability of Meters With DISCOM and Self-Procurement: In case of non-

availability of meters with DISCOM, the applicant should purchase meter from an

external agency. The applicant shall submit the procured meter along with the test

certificate (received from manufacturer), a copy of LOA and ‘Request for Meter

Testing’ Form 7(C) filled online, to the DISCOM. The Form 7(C) is attached as

Annexure XXI.

The applicant should make an online payment for testing of the meters as per the

charges prescribed by the DISCOM through Form 7(B). These charges shall be as

specified in Table 9.

Table 9: Meter Testing Charges for Procurement From External Agency

Meter Type Testing Charges (INR)

Single Phase 200

Three Phase 500

HT 5,000

LT Trivector Meter 2,500

The DISCOM authorities receiving application in Format 7(C) for self-procurement

include:


HT: >56 kWp, <1,000 kWp — SE (Operations)


Description: Inspection and Commissioning Process by DISCOM



Actors:

Consumers

ADE (Operations)

SE (Operations)

Flow Charts



Figure 27: Commissioning Process for System <10 kWp

Consumer DISCOM

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Payment of Meter Procurement Fees (in Case of Meter

Procurement From DISCOM) OR

Submit Request for Meter Testing (Form 7C) With Payment of Meter Testing Fees (in Case of Self-Procurement of Meters)

Upload Work Completion Report (Form 8) to DISCOM Submit System Readiness Form (Form 9) to DISCOM

Receipt of Form 8 and Form 9 Receipt of Meter Procurement Fees OR

Request for Meter Testing With Meter Testing Fees

Grant of Time Slots for Inspection

DISCOM Performs System Check Based on Checklist in Form 10

14 Days

Confirmation of Time Slot

Installation of Meters Along With Sealing of Meters (Form 11)

Applicant Starts Operation of SRTPV Facility

10 Days

Intimation for Removal of Deficiency (Form 12) Rectification of Deficiencies

15 Days



Figure 28: Commissioning Process for System >10 kWp

Consumer DISCOM

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Payment of Meter Procurement Fees (in Case of Meter

Procurement From DISCOM) OR

Submit Request for Meter Testing (Form 7C) With Payment of Meter Testing Fees (in Case of Self-

Procurement of Meters) Submission of Work Completion Report (Form 8) to

DISCOM and EI; Inspection by EI

Receipt of Meter Procurement Fees OR Request for Meter Testing With Meter Testing Fees

Grant of Time Slots for Inspection Work Completion Report received

Receipt of Form 9.

Allotment of Time Slot

DISCOM Performs System Check Based on Checklist in Form 10

30 Days

Submit System Readiness Form (Form 9) to DISCOM

on Receipt of EI Inspection Certificate

Confirmation of Time Slot

Installation of Meters Along With Sealing of Meters (Form 11)

Applicant Starts Operation of SRTPV Facility

14 Days

10 Days

Intimation for Removal of Deficiency (Form 12) Rectification of Deficiencies

15 Days



Business Rules:

This section depicts the interaction between DISCOM and applicant after the

completion of installation.

Once the solar rooftop system is installed, the applicant shall submit the Work

Completion Report (Form 8) along with the technical specification of the installed

project to the DISCOM (for all system sizes) and to the Office of the Electrical

Inspectorate (for system size >10 kWp) as specified by the Government of Andhra

Pradesh. Form 8 is attached as Annexure XXII.

The authority receiving the Work Completion Report at DISCOM include:


HT: >56 kWp, <1,000 kWp — SE (Operations)

System of size <10 kWp:

Form 8 should be uploaded as an attachment during submission of Form 9 to

the DISCOM.

The DISCOM shall inspect projects of system size <10 kWp.

The applicant shall submit the System Readiness Form (Form 9) to DISCOM

and request the DISCOM to grant timeslot for inspection, installation of meters,

and synchronization of system. An option of three time slots in the next seven

days shall be granted by the DISCOM and the same will be communicated

within three days from the receipt of Form 9. On receipt of time slots from

DISCOM, the applicant must confirm one time slot.

In case any deficiencies are noted by the DISCOM during inspection, these can

be intimated to the consumer via Form 12 attached as Annexure XXVI.

On addressing the deficiencies, Form 9 shall be resubmitted.

Commissioning process for systems of size <10 kWp is depicted in Figure 27.

System of size >10 kWp

The consumer shall upload the Work Completion Report in Form 8 to indicate

the completion of installation to the DISCOM.

The consumer shall submit an application to the CEIG for Safety Approval and

Safety Inspection and shall upload the Work Completion Report along with the

application.

CEIG shall inspect projects of system size >10 kWp.

CEIG shall issue inspection certificate within seven days of submission of the

application for Safety Approval and Safety Inspection from the applicant.

In case any defects are noted by CEIG, the applicant must carry out

rectification and intimate the CEIG about rectification of defects. On rectification

of defects, the CEIG shall issue the Inspection Certificate to the consumer

within 30 days.

The applicant shall then submit the System Readiness Form (Form 9) to the

DISCOM along with Inspection Certificate and request DISCOM to grant time

slot for installation of meters and synchronization of system. Form 9 must be

submitted within three days of the receipt of Inspection Certificate from EI.



DISCOM will provide an option of three time slots in the next 7 days. On receipt

of time slots from DISCOM, the applicant must confirm a time slot.

The commissioning process of the systems of size >10 kWp should be as

illustrated in Figure 28.

Form 9 is attached as Annexure XXIII.

The authority receiving Form 9 at DISCOM include:


HT: >56 kWp, <1,000kWp — SE (Operations)

Subsequently, DISCOM shall perform necessary system check (as per the checklist

provided in Form 10), synchronize, install, and seal the meters within seven days of

the receipt of System Readiness Form (Form 9). The Form 10 is attached as

Annexure XXIV. The DISCOM will further issue a Letter of ‘Synchronization With

DISCOM Grid and Installation of Meters’ (Form 11) to the applicant. Form 11 is

attached as Annexure XXV.

The applicant can then start the operation of their solar rooftop system facility.


Description: Escalation Process for APEPDCL

Actors:

Consumers

ADE (Operations)

SE (Operations)

Flow Chart

Figure 29: Escalation Process in APEPDCL

Business Rule:

In case of non-adherence to timelines by DISCOM officials to grant approvals/intimation to

the consumers through the USRTP, the following escalation process shall be adopted. The

process is illustrated in Figure 29.

3.2.4 USE CASES FOR DES – CEIG FUNCTIONALITIES


Description: Functionalities Related to DES – CEIG

Actors: Consumers

Business Rules:

ADE DE SE GM (Commercial

and Solar)



The portal should provide a link to the APCEIG’s EODB portal to facilitate quick

access to apply for drawing approval and statutory clearance required for solar

rooftop system installation.

The portal should also provide access to the user manual of APCEIG’s EOBD portal

prepared by APFCSS for applying on the EODB portal to facilitate ease of obtaining

requisite clearances from DES – CEIG.

3.2.5 USE CASES FOR INFORMATION FUNCTIONALITIES


Description: Informational Functionalities

Actors: Consumers

Flow Chart

Figure 30: Publically Accessible Functionalities

Business Rules:

The portal should provide an access to information enabling deployment of solar

rooftop projects.

The portal should contain general information and information related to installation,

finance and subsidy, and policy and regulatory.

The portal should provide information regarding any solar helpdesk created. It should

also provide links to the social media pages of the stakeholders and must provide

useful links to related websites.

The portal should contain a geotagging feature and a photo gallery of installations.

The portal should provide statistics of achievements through a dashboard feature.

A newsfeed to provide recent updates should be present on the portal.


Description: Information Functionalities

Information

Publically Accessible Functionalities

Help Updates

• General • Installation • Finance and

Subsidy • Policy and

Regulatory • Photo Gallery of

Installations

• Solar Rooftop Helpdesk

• Social Media • Useful Links • Consumer

Feedback

• Installation Achievements

• Newsfeed



Actors: Consumers

Flow Chart

Figure 31: Informational Functionality

Business Rules:

The portal should provide the following information:

General:

Benefits of installation of solar rooftop systems.

Information regarding net metering and gross metering with animation to provide

information concerning the flow of electricity in both set ups.

Solar rooftop potential calculator.

Installation:

Procedures and timelines of setting up the solar rooftop system.

Procedure for empanelment of suppliers/implementing agencies.

List of empaneled suppliers and MNRE Channel Partners for solar rooftop

system installation.

Technical specifications of the solar rooftop systems to be installed.

Technical specifications of meters and modem.

Finance and Subsidy:

Information related to central and state government subsidy.

Information on interest rates of banks, loan tenures, and schemes introduced by

banks for financing solar rooftop projects.

Policy and Regulatory:

Information related to policy (solar policy, guidelines, etc.).

Regulations (net metering and gross metering).

Tariff Order (net metering and gross metering).

Guidelines and circulars issued regarding implementation of solar rooftop projects.

Photo Gallery of Installation in Progress/Completed


Information

• General • Installation • Finance and Subsidy • Policy and Regulatory



Description: Help Related Functionalities

Actors: Consumers

Flow Chart

Figure 32: Help Related Functionalities

Business Rules:

Solar Rooftop Helpdesk:

Login ID for customer service executives to access information on the portal.

Addressing consumer and stakeholder queries through email and telephone.

Social Media:

Links to social media pages of the stakeholders so that Consumers can receive

quick updates and post queries on social media pages.

Publicize information related to solar rooftop system installation.

Useful Link Tabs for Quick Access to Websites:

MNRE

Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC)

APSPDCL

APEPDCL

NREDCAP

DES – CEIG

Consumer Feedback:

Consumers should be able to provide feedback regarding the implementing

agency and the portal.


Description: Location Information

Actors:

NREDCAP Officials

DISCOM Officials

Flow Chart

Help

• Solar Rooftop Helpdesk

• Social Media • Useful Links • Consumer

Feedback



Business Rules:

Geotagging Feature Indicating Projects in Progress and Completed

Selection of geotag will provide the following details:

Application Number

Applicant Name

Applicant Category

Email Id

S. C. Number

Site Address

Metering Type

Plant Capacity

Latitude

Longitude

DISCOM Name

Commissioning Date

Current Status

Channel Partner Name

Total Cost (INR)

Financial Year

Contact Person Name

This feature should be available to DISCOM and SNA Officials on their dashboard and shall

not be available to the consumers.


Description: Updates

Actors:

Consumers

NREDCAP Officials

Flow Chart

Figure 33: Updates on the Portal

Business Rules:

Updates

• Installation Achievements

• Newsfeed



A news feed providing information on the recent developments in the solar rooftop

sector should be available on the portal.

Achievements in AP relating to the installation of solar rooftop systems should be

available on the portal.

Statistics of year/quarter wise installed capacity should be available on the portal.

The ‘Dashboard’ feature should provide information on the following:

Capacity commissioned

Subsidy sanctioned

Capacity installation in-progress

Number of systems installed

Capacity installed with subsidy and capacity installed without subsidy

Countdown: Number of days to completion of installation on consumers’

dashboard.


Description: Logins for NREDCAP Officials

Actors:

DM at DO, NREDCAP






Flow Chart

Figure 34: Logins for NREDCAP Officials

Officials at DO

DM, Anantapur

DM, Ongole

DM, East Godavari

DM, Vizianagaram

DM, Nellore

DM, Kadapa

DM, Vishakhapatnam

DM, Krishna

DM, Chittoor

DM, Srikakulam

DM, Guntur

DM, West Godavari

DM, Kurnool

Officials at HO

VC and MD

OSD/GM (Solar)

DGM (F and A)

Project Director

Assistant Manager



Business Rule

The entities as described in Table 10 should have logins to process the application and

release subsidy.

Table 10: Logins Required for NREDCAP Officials

Sr. No. Office Designation Number of Logins

1 HO

VC and MD 1

OSD/GM (Solar) 1

DGM (F and A) 1

Assistant Manager 1

Project Director 1

2 DO DM 13

Total 18


Description: Logins for APEPDCL Officials

Actors: APEPDCL Officials

Flow Chart

Figure 35: Logins for APEPDCL Officials

Business Rules:

The number of logins required for APEPDCL officials is presented in Table 11.

Officials at Circle Office

SE (Operations), Eluru

SE (Operations), Rajahmundry

SE (Operations), Srikakulam

SE (Operations), Vizianagaram

DE (Operations): 20

ADE (Operations): 81

AE (Operations): 307 SE (Operations), Vishakhapatnam

Officials at HO

CMD

Director (Operations)

Director (Finance)

CGM (Expenditure)

CGM (Civil, Commercial, and

Solar Energy)

Officials at Division Office

Officials at Section Office

Officials at Sub-Division Office

GM (Commercial and Solar Energy)



The AE (Operations), ADE (Operations), DE (Operations), and SE (Operations)

should have access through the portal to grant approvals for solar rooftop process.

Table 11: Logins Required for APEPDCL Officials

Sr. No. Designation Number of Logins

1. AE (Operations) at Section Office 307

2. ADE (Operations) at Sub-division Office 81

3. DE (Operations) at Division Office 20

4. SE (Operations) at Circle Office 5

5. CMD 1

6. Director (Operations) 1

7. Director (Finance) 1

8. Chief General Manager (Expenditure) 1

9. Chief General Manager (Commercial, Civil,

and Solar Energy)

1

10. General Manager (Commercial and Solar

Energy)

1

Total 419


Description: Logins for APSPDCL Officials

Actors: APSPDCL Officials

Flow Chart



Figure 36: Logins for APSPDCL Officials

Business Rules:

The number of logins required for APSPDCL officials is presented in Table 12.

The AE (Operations), ADE (Operations), DE (Operations), and SE (Operations)

should have access through the portal to grant approvals for solar rooftop process.

Table 12: Logins Required for APSPDCL Officials


1. AE (Operations) at Section Office 645

2. ADE (Operations) at Sub-division Office 168

3. DE (Operations) at Division Office 48

4. SE (Operations) at Circle Office 8

5. DE (M and P) 8




6. CMD 1

7. Director (HRD and Technical) 1

8. Director (Finance) 1

9. CGM (Revenue and Internal Audit [R and IA]) 1

10. CGM (Purchase and Material Management

[P and MM] and IPC)

1

11. CGM (Operations) 1

12. General Manager (IPC) 1

13. DE (IPC) 1

14. Circle Engineer at Zonal Office 3

15 DE (Technical) at Zonal Office 3

Total 891


Description: Report Generation for DISCOM and SNA

Actors:

DISCOM Officials

SNA Officials

Business Requirements:

DISCOM Reports: The portal should enable the DISCOM Officials to generate reports.

DISCOM Officials should be able to generate reports for information at Circle Level, Division

Level, Sub-Division Level, and Section Level Offices. The template for the report is attached

as Annexure XXVII.

SNA Reports: The portal should enable the SNA Officials to generate reports. SNA Officials

should be able to generate reports for subsidy information at District Level and State Level.

The template for the report is attached as Annexure XXVIII.


Description: Time Schedule Report Generation for DISCOM and NREDCAP Site Visit.

Actors:

ADE (Operations)

DM at DO, NREDCAP


ADE (Operations)

The ADE(Operations) shall grant 3 time slot options to consumers for installation of meter

after submission of the System Readiness Report (Form 9) Three time slots allocated shall

have the title ‘Option Number 1/2/3’. To enable the ADE (Operations) to check the time slots

allocated by themselves and the slots approved by the consumer the portal should enable

the ADE (Operations) to generate time schedule reports for site visit.

The report generated should have a ‘From’ date to enlist the allocated/scheduled site visits.



The report shall display the list of applicants to whom timeslots are granted sequentially

based on the date and timeslot provided. If 3 time slots are allotted to consumers and

consumers are yet to approve a slot, all 3 slots shall be displayed in the list with the ‘Option

Number’ displayed. If a slot is selected by the consumer, only the selected slot shall feature

in the list. The template for report generation is provided in the Annexure XXIX.

DM at DO, NREDCAP

The DM shall conduct two visits to the consumer location, site visit prior to In-Principle

Approval and Joint Inspection visit post commissioning of the system. In both cases the DM

shall grant 3 time slot options to the consumers. Three time slots allocated shall have the

title ‘Option Number 1/2/3’. To enable the DM to check the time slots allocated by

themselves and the slots approved by the consumer the portal should enable the DM to

generate time schedule reports for site visit.

The report generated should have a ‘From’ date to enlist the allocated/scheduled site visits.

The report shall display the list of applicants to whom timeslots are granted sequentially

based on the date and timeslot provided. If 3 time slots are allotted to consumers and

consumers are yet to approve a slot, all 3 slots shall be displayed in the list with the ‘Option

Number’ displayed. Additionally, the ‘Type of Visit’ (Site Visit/Joint Inspection Visit) should be

displayed in the report. If a slot is selected by the consumer, only the selected slot shall

feature in the list. The template for report generation is provided in the Annexure XXIX.


Description: List of All Applications Received by DISCOM for Solar Rooftop Installations.

Actors:

All DISCOM Officials


All the DISCOM Officials should have a provision of viewing a list of applications received for

solar rooftop installation and the current status of the application. The entire history of the

applicant should be made available under this section along with Forms received from the

applicant and approvals granted to the applicant.


Description: List of All Applications Received for Subsidy.

Actors:

All NREDCAP Officials


All the NREDCAP Officials should have a provision of viewing a list of applications received

for solar rooftop installation and the current status of the application. Officials should have an

option of viewing the subsidy applications DISCOM wise. The entire history of the applicant

should be made available under this section along with Forms received from the applicant

and approvals granted to the applicant.


Description: Informational Functionalities on Consumer/DISCOM/SNA Dashboard



Actors:

Consumer

DISCOM Approvers

SNA Approvers

Business Rules:

The Consumer Dashboard should enable stepwise tracking of the DISCOM and

Subsidy application process.

o Enable application progress tracking.

o Enable visualization of status and target dates.

o Enable visualization of immediate action points.

o Enable access to all applications submitted and approvals received.

The DISCOM Dashboard should provide access to statistical data related to

application process mediated through the portal such as follows:

o Number of installation applications received and total capacity

o Number and capacity of installation for which LOAs are issued.

o Number and capacity of systems installed (with consumer end work

completed).

o Number and capacity of systems synchronized

o Number and capacity of applications rejected

o Number and capacity of applications pending approval from DISCOMs

o Access to the geotagging module

The SNA Dashboard should provide access to statistical data related to subsidy

application process mediated through the portal such as follows:

o Number of installation for which subsidy applications are received and total

capacity

o Number and capacity of installation for which In-Principle Sanction is granted.

o Number of systems and capacity with joint inspection by SNA completed.

o Number of systems and capacity for which subsidy is disbursed

o Number of systems and capacity installed (DISCOM wise and in the entire

state)

o Access to geotagging module



4 VERSIONS AND APPROVALS

4.1 VERSION HISTORY

Table 13: Version History of the Document

Date Version Description of Revision Revised by

December

12, 2017

V1 First Draft Document Submitted Idam Infrastructure

Advisory Pvt. Ltd.

April 20,

2017

V2 Revision in Form contents. Addition of

HLU14,15,16,17,18

Idam Infrastructure

Advisory Pvt. Ltd.

4.2 APPROVALS

Table 14: Approvals for the Document

Approver Name Role Signature Date



ANNEXURES

ANNEXURE I: FORM S1A

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission)

Project Proposals for Grid Connected Rooftop and Small SPV Power Plants (1-5 kWp Capacity) (List Mode)

Sl. No.

Name, Complete Address, Email,

Phone, Fax, Mobile No. of the Beneficiary and Plant Location

Name and Complete

Address of the Agency/

Company Installed/Will

Install the Plant

Plant Size

(kWp)

Brief Specifications of

PV Module, Inverter, Meter,

Structure, Electric Wires, Battery Bank (If

any), etc.

Grid Connectivity

Level 230/400/440/ 11 kV/33 kV Single/Three

Phase

Costs of PV Module,

and Total Cost (in

INR)

Admissible Subsidy

From MNRE

Claimed (in INR)

Subsidy From

States, If any (in INR)

Power Purchase Arrangement and Price Net Metering/FIT (INR/kWh)

Photo and ID Proof of

Beneficiary to Be Given/

Attached

Remarks/ Any Other

Information 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

PV

Module…… Inverter…... Meter…….. BOS……… Any Other… Total (in INR)

2.

3

Signature _______ Name and Designation of Authorized Signatory*

of Implementing Agency



Affidavit/Declaration Certificate

(To Be furnished by Implementing Agency in INR 25/- Stamp Paper)

1. It is certified that I/We have read the guidelines issued by the Ministry vide No.---------

dated --- -- and the related provisions/terms and conditions for availing Central Financial

Assistance (CFA) from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and I/ We agree to

abide by these guidelines and related terms and conditions. Failure to comply with these

guidelines will result in denial of CFA by the Ministry.

2. This is to certify that Shri ………………… (Name and Designation) of ……………

(Organization) visited the proposed site on (Date) ……….. and found that there

is………… sq. m of south facing shadow free area is available at the site for installation

of the power plant. The latest photograph of the front view of the proposed site with date

is enclosed with the certificate. After installation photograph will be taken in same view

and will be submitted with completion report.

3. We confirm that the present proposal in full or part has not been submitted/ has been

submitted to any other agency for seeking support (In case proposal has been submitted

to any other agency or under consideration all details and a copy of the proposal must be

submitted along with the present proposal). The present proposal has neither been

submitted to MNRE nor has the CFA been availed from MNRE for the same proposal.

4. This is to certify that the various components of the PV module/inverter/meter/battery (if

any), electric wires, BOS etc. will conform to the Relevant Standards, as mentioned in the

‘Guidelines for Off-Grid and Decentralized Solar Applications for SPV Modules and

Components/Grid Connected Rooftop and Small Solar Power Plants under JNNSM’.

Copies of the Relevant IEC/BIS certificates has been maintained in the office.

5. We confirm that the individual applications, beneficiary’s identification, photograph of the

systems and the beneficiary of each along with detailed specifications of various

components have been received in the prescribed format. It has been kept and

maintained in our office. For any audit and inspection, it will be shown to the concerned

officer/authority.

6. We agree to place the details and photographs of the system and beneficiary on our

website for all systems.

7. We will provide/feed the data in the online monitoring system regularly as per instruction

of MNRE.

8. The plant site has been/will be inspected/verified by us and the final claim will be made

after the plant/system has been found satisfactory in all respect and fit/eligible for

receiving subsidy/CFA from MNRE.

9. The failure to comply with these guidelines will result in denial of CFA by MNRE.

I also hereby declare that all information submitted in the proposal are true to the best of

knowledge and belief. This is to confirm that in case of any dispute, the decision of



Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India will be final and

binding on all.

Signature…………..………....

Name and Designation of Authorized Signatory*


Place:

Date:

*Authorized signatory should be at least in the rank of District Manager of SNA.



Agreement/Consent/Certificate From User/ Beneficiary

(To Be Furnished by User/Beneficiary on INR 25/- Stamp Paper)

1. This is to certify that I …….... S/o Shri ………………………………….. Resident of

……………………............... herewith agree to install the Grid Connected Rooftop Project/

Small Power Plant of ………… kWp capacity as per the details submitted in the proposal.

2. I confirm that the CFA received will be utilized for this project only and not for any other

purpose. I herewith also confirm that the balance cost in addition to the CFA will be met

by me from my own/other resources.

3. I agree that the roof space will be made available in the proposed project site and is

owned by me/leased to me by the owner.

4. This is also confirmed that I will extend full cooperation including access to the project

site premise to the implementing/ executing agency during installation and O&M, of the

plant.

Signature ………………………….……

Name and Designation, Organization, Address

of the User/Beneficiary

(With Seal If Available)



ANNEXURE II: FORM S1B

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

(Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission)

Form B for Project Proposals for

Grid Connected Rooftop and Small SPV Power Plants

(For the Project Above 5 kWp and Up to 50 kWp)

PART- I: Project Details

[A] General Details

Sr. No. Description Remark

1. Title of the Project

2. Capacity of the Plant (kWp)

3. Category of the Applicant/Project Proponent

Government Organization/Public sector Undertaking(PSU)

/State Nodal Agency/Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)/

Channel Partner/RESCO/System Integrator/Finance Integrator/

Manufacture/Supplier of Solar equipment’s/Developer/

NGO/Financial Institutions/Financial Integrator/any Other

(Please specify)

4.

Details of the Applicant/Representative/Project Proponent

Name

Designation

Mailing Address

Telephone, Fax and Email (Website, if any)

5.

Executive Summary of the Proposal

(Please attach a separate sheet)

6. Objective for Implementing the Plant

(a) Sale of electricity to the distribution licensee at feed-in tariff

or competitively discovered rate

(b) sale of electricity to the distribution licensee at average

pooled price cost (APPC) and participation in REC

mechanism

(c) Sale of electricity to third party

(d) Self-consumption total or partial generation

(e) Diesel saving

(f) Combination of above (please mention)

(g) Any other, please specify

7. Any Other Detail Relevant for Consideration of

Support Under the Scheme by the Evaluation

Committee

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the

beneficiary

with signature

Photo of the



[B] Details of the Plant Site/Location


1. Is the Plant Located at the Address Mentioned in [A]

4 Above; If No, Address of the Location of the

Plant(s)

Name

H. No.

Street/Locality/Road

District

State

Pin code

2. Is the Beneficiary Same as [B] 1. If No, Details of

Project Beneficiary/Organization

Head of the organization

Name of the contact person

Full address, phone, mobile, and email

3. Details of Proposed Power Plant

(a) Proposed capacity of the SPV power plant (kWp)

(b) Plant proposed at single site/multiple sites

(c) Interconnection with the electricity network at single

point or multiple point

(d) Availability of shadow free south facing rooftop/land

area for the power plant with photograph

(e) Total loads to be energized by SPV power plant (kW)

(f) Calculations and justification for the proposed

capacity (please elaborate)

(g) Expected annual energy generation

(h) Space for housing the plant control systems and

battery bank (if any)

4. Details of Electrical Load Where the Plant Is to Be

Installed

i. Total connected electrical load in kW (as per

electricity bill)

ii. Applicable consumer category

(domestic/commercial/individual/others, please

specify)

iii. Total electrical load to be met by the SPV power plant

(kW)

5. Technology Description and System Design/ Specification




i. Sketch/Line diagram of the complete SPV system

with details (please attach drawing)

ii. Capacity/Power of each PV module (kWp)

iii. Number of modules and total array capacity (Nos.

and kWp)

iv. Solar cell technology and module efficiency proposed

to be used (mono-crystalline/poly-crystalline/ thin

film/any other)

v. Details of tracking of PV array, if proposed (single

axis/double axis tracking etc.)

vi. PCU/Inverter capacity with detailed specifications

(kVA) (details of quality of output power, standards)

vii. Type of inverter (central/string/multi string/any other),

inverter efficiency

viii.Number of PCU/inverters proposed to be used

ix. DC bus voltage

x. Capacity of battery bank (current, voltage and AH), if

used, any

xi. Type of battery proposed (lead acid tubular/ lithium

ion/NaS/any other)

xii. Details of protections to be deployed on PV array and

AC output side

xiii. Details of metering, indication, data logging

operation

xiv. Schematic diagram of the system including

protecting interlocking devices, monitoring and data

logging points to be provided.

xv. Details of training of manpower to be provided for

successful operation of the plant. (Compliance to

BIS/IEC Standards is mandatory).

xvi. Details of mounting system:

- Roof mounted system

- Ground mounted system

6. Details of Building to Install the Electronics Control Panel and Battery Bank (If any) i. Whether any existing building is to be used as control




room, if so, details to be provided ii. If a new building is to be constructed, area, estimated

cost and layout, etc. to be provided and time frame to construct the building

Notes:

• It is mandatory to provide technical performance specifications of each component of the

power plant proposed to be installed under the project as applicable and for which the

performance will be warranted.

• All technical parameters and warranty requirements must meet or exceed the

requirements mentioned in the guidelines issued by the Ministry.

[C] Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Arrangements


Details of O&M arrangements

Arrangements for generation data

Collection through remote monitoring

(Applicable for SPV power plants having more than 5

kWp capacity)

Is dedicated staff being trained for O&M of the plant?

No. of personnel to be trained in O&M

[D] Project Duration and Implementation Schedule

Completion schedule with milestones (Please attach PERT CHART preferably).

[E] Monitoring Mechanism

Details of data monitoring on Daily, Monthly, and Annual energy generation

(Data logging and compilation and sharing with MNRE).

Please Provide Details in the Following Format

Own mechanism (up to 5 kWp)

Third party

Remote monitoring (for SPV power plants of 10

kWp and above)



[F] Costing of Project

Sr.

No.

System Unit Cost (INR

in Lakh)

Quantity Total Cost (INR

in Lakh)

1. Cost of systems hardware

- SPV modules

- Inverters

- Installation structure

- Electrical wires - Battery bank (if any)

- Meter

- Any other

2. Cost of transportation and insurance

3. Cost of civil works and electrical works

4. Cost of installation and commissioning

5. Cost of annual maintenance for five years

6. Cost of battery replacement

7. Any other related costs

Total cost

[G] Means of Finance

Sr.

No. Means of Finance (INR in Lakh)

1. Envisaged Central Financial Assistance from MNRE INR

2. Contribution of beneficiaries INR

3. Contribution of project proponent INR

4. Other source(s) of funding INR

5. Envisaged soft loan assistance, if any INR

Details of revenue to be collected with payback period

[H] Any Other Information

Signature

Seal



PART – II: Details of Grid Connectivity of the Project

(The developer shall submit “Single line diagram elaborating Interconnection of the

Solar Photovoltaic Plant to the Grid”)

Sr. No. Description Remarks

A.

Grid Connectivity Level:

Low voltage single phase supply (up to 10

kW SPV system)

Three phases low voltage supply (up to

100 kW SPV system)

Connected at 11kV level (100 kW to 1.5

MW SPV systems)

Connected at 11kV/33kV/66kV level (1.5

MW to 5.0 MW SPV systems)

Any other level

1. Distance of interfacing point of the SPV plant with the grid

2. Type of grid available

3.

Letter of consent for synchronization of SPV

plant with the Network of Distribution

Licensee/NOC (enclose letter)

4. Applicable fee and charges made for the grant

of connectivity, if any

B.

Details of Distribution Licensee Providing Grid Interconnection

Name and complete address of

Distribution licensee

Details of contact person

Email

Phone number

Mobile

Fax

C.

Metering Arrangement for the Project (Along with the application for the consideration of Central Financial Assistance, the developer shall submit “Single line diagram elaborating type and location of Meter(s))

I. Export import meters

II. Two way meters

III. Three meter system

IV. Any other (pl. specify)

V. Price of meter

VI. Whether meter is approved by distribution licensee

VII. Class of energy meter

D.

Power Purchase Agreement (A copy of agreement made with distribution licensee and/or third party shall be enclosed)



Sr. No. Description Remarks

E.

Business Model Proposed for the Project

Solar installations owned by consumer: Solar rooftop facility owned,

operated and maintained by the consumer(s).

Solar rooftop facility owned by consumer but operated and maintained by the Third party

Solar installations owned, operated and maintained by Third party: Arrangement as a captive

generating plant for the roof owners

Solar lease model, sale to grid

Solar installations owned by the utility: Solar installations owned

operated and maintained by the DISCOM

Distribution licensee provides appropriate viability gap funds

Any other model (Pl. specify)

F.

Commercial Arrangement

Sale to distribution licensee: Sale at feed-in-tariff determined

by SERC Sale at rate discovered under

competitive bidding and adopted by SERC

Sale at average power purchase cost determined by SERC and participation in REC mechanism

Self or captive consumption: Participation in net metering

mechanism Sale of Surplus Power to Grid or

Third party Sale to Third Party:

Rate committed for sale of electricity o Sale of Power on Short Term

(Negotiation of rate at Regular Intervals) or

Sale of Power on Long Term Basis

Participation in REC Mechanism

Any other system, please specify

G.

Undertakings From Involved Parties 1. Undertaking from the

consumer/beneficiary regarding the acceptability of the project

2. Undertaking from the third party/project developer regarding quality assurance, installation, operation and maintenance of the system

H.

Any Other Relevant Information 1. Incentives availed from any other agency

(National/International) 2. Likely capacity utilization factor 3. Any other




(To Be Furnished by Implementing Agency in INR 25/- Stamp Paper)


dated ----- and the related provisions/terms and conditions for availing Central Financial

Assistance (CFA) from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and I/ We agree to









3. We confirm that the present proposal in full or part has not been submitted/has been




submitted to MNRE nor the CFA has been availed from MNRE for the same proposal.

4. This is to certify that the various components of the PV module/inverter/meter/ battery (if

any), electric wires, BOS etc. will conform to the relevant standards, as mentioned in the

‘Guidelines for Off-Grid and Decentralized Solar Applications for SPV Modules and

Components/Grid Connected Rooftop and Small Solar Power Plants Under JNNSM’.

Copies of the Relevant IEC/BIS certificates has been maintained in the office.





officer/authority.




of MNRE.




9. The failure to comply with these guidelines will result in denial of CFA by MNRE






binding on all.




Place:

Date:




Agreement/Consent/Certificate From User/Beneficiary (To Be Furnished by User/Beneficiary on INR 25/- Stamp Paper)

1. This is to certify that I .... S/o Shri …………………………………..Resident of ……………………............... herewith agree to install the Grid Connected Rooftop Project/ Small Power Plant of ………… kWp capacity as per details submitted in the Form B/DPR of the proposal.




3. I agree that the roof space will be made available in the proposed project site and is owned

by me/leased to me by the owner.

4. This is also confirmed that I will extend full cooperation including access to the project site

premise to the implementing/executing agency during installation and O&M, of the plant.

Signature…..………………..………….…… Name and Designation, Organization, Address





ANNEXURE III: FORM S1C

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

(Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission)

Format for Detailed Project Report for Grid Connected Rooftop and Small SPV Power

Plants (Capacity above 50 kWp to 500 kWp)

1. Introduction

2. All Information as per Form S1B

3. Rooftop solar power generation system description

4. System description and specifications of the components

(a) Solar PV module

(b) Grid Tie inverter

(c) Module mounting structure

(d) Array junction box

(e) AC distribution board

(f) Cable (all type)

(g) Earthing kit (maintenance free)

(h) Installation kit

(i) Meters

(j) Online monitoring system

(k) Any other component

5. Bill of material/system (No./quantities) (For above components)

6. Calculation for unit cost of power generation

7. Cost benefit analysis, payback period

8. Expected output

9. Respective drawings for layout, connection, components etc.

10. Connectivity details with grid and metering arrangement (with sketch diagram)

11. Agreement with distribution licensee/DISCOMs

12. Any other information

Signature

Seal

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary

Photo of the

beneficiary




(To Be Furnished by Implementing Agency in INR 25/- Stamp Paper)


dated ----- and the related provisions/terms and conditions for availing Central Financial

Assistance (CFA) from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and I/We agree to









3. We confirm that the present proposal in full or part has not been submitted/has been




submitted to MNRE nor the CFA has been availed from MNRE for the same proposal.

4. This is to certify that the various components of the PV module/inverter/meter/ battery(if

any), electric wires, BOS etc. will conform to the Relevant Standards, as mentioned in

the ‘Guidelines for Off-Grid and Decentralized Solar Applications for SPV Modules and

Components/Grid Connected Rooftop and Small Solar Power Plants Under JNNSM’.

Copies of the relevant IEC/BIS certificates has been maintained in the office.





officer/ authority.




of MNRE.




9. The failure to comply with these guidelines will result in denial of CFA by MNRE.






binding on all.




Place:

Date:




Agreement/Consent/Certificate From User/ Beneficiary

(To Be Furnished by User/Beneficiary on INR 25/- Stamp Paper)

1. This is to certify that I .... S/o Shri ………………………………….. Resident of

……………………............... herewith agree to install the Grid Connected Rooftop

Project/Small Power Plant of ………… kWp capacity as per details submitted in the

Form B/DPR of the proposal.




3. I agree that the roof space will be made available in the proposed project site and is

owned by me/leased to me by the owner.

4. This is also confirmed that I will extend full cooperation including access to the project

site premise to the implementing/executing agency during installation and O&M, of the

plant.

Signature…..………………..………….……

Name and Designation, Organization, Address





ANNEXURE IV: FORM S2

Format of In-Principle Sanction Letter NREDCAP/OSD/GCRT/Domestic/61A/2016 Dt. To The Beneficiary Sir,

Sub: Installation of ___ kWp grid connected SPV power plants at______________ _____________________________________ - Reg.

Ref: 1) MNRE in principal sanction letter no. 03/73/2015-16/GCRT Dt.1.12.2015 2) Your proposal dated: _____________. We invite your attention to your proposal submitted vide reference 2nd cited for installation of ___ kWp grid connected Solar roof top system at ______________________________________________. Taking into consideration the in principle sanction communicated by MNRE vide reference 1st cited, in principle sanction is hereby accorded for taking up installation of ___ kWp grid connected solar rooftop system as per the terms and conditions detailed below:

1. The system shall be installed as per minimum technical requirements/standards for

SPV systems/plants given in sanction no.30/11/2012-13/NSM dt.26.6.2014 in vogue

and amended time to time.( Refer to MNRE website: www.mnre.gov.in)

2. The installation shall be taken up through NREDCAP empaneled suppliers only

as per the finalized rate contract rates.

3. Only indigenously manufactured PV modules will be used in the project.

4. The consent letter from respective DISCOM indicating their willingness/consent for

installation of grid connected solar rooftop system shall be submitted.

5. The maximum CFA will be limited to 30 percent of the project cost subject to

maximum of INR 21.00 per watt. The eligibility of Central Financial Assistance

(CFA) shall be as per the guidelines of Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

(MNRE) in vogue and amended time to time.

6. Proper metering arrangement may be incorporated so that the generation data from

the proposed SPV power plants will be available.

7. The installation of the system shall be completed and commissioned by

(date).

8. The release of CFA is subject to sanction and release of funds by MNRE and

submission of all relevant documents.

9. After completion and commissioning of the project the following documents shall be

submitted in duplicate for considering release of CFA.

1. Copy of Work Order.

2. Copy of Invoice.

http://www.mnre.gov.in/



3. Joint inspection report in original.

4. Project completion report in original.

5. Photographs (with beneficiary/organization)

6. Synchronization letter.

7. Statement of Expenditure (SOE) duly certified by Chartered Accountant in

original.

8. One-month electricity bill (after commissioning).

9. Authorization letter for disbursement of subsidy to the System Integrator.

10. Beneficiary photo, copy of ID proof (Aadhar card) and sanction letter.

Thanking you,

Signature

VC and MD

Copy to the District Manager, NREDCAP, _________ Dist. for information and necessary

action.

Copy to DGM (F and A), NREDCAP, for information.



ANNEXURE V: FORM S3 Joint Inspection Report

Certificate

(To Be Furnished by SNA/PSU/Channel Partner)

This is to certify that Shri………………………... (Name and designation) of……………….…

(organization) visited the …….… Nos. of plant sites on (date)……………. and found that

the grid connected rooftop systems as per the details enclosed have been installed in the

respective sites. The system has been completed and commissioned in all respect. It was

found working properly to the satisfaction of the user/ beneficiary. The latest photograph of

the system installed in the site with date is enclosed with the certificate. The system was

installed and commissioned on __________.

Signature Signature Signature

………………………… …………………………… ……………………………

Name and Designation of

Authorized Signatory* of

System Integrator With

Official Seal


Authorized Signatory of SNA

With Official Seal


Authorized Beneficiary/User

With Official Seal If any

Place: Date: *Authorized signatory should be at least in the rank of District Manager of SNA.



ANNEXURE VI: FORM S4 Project Completion Report for Solar Power Plants Under Net Metering Scheme

Sr. No. Component Observation

1.

Name and address of the beneficiary with

mobile No. and Email ID

2. Site location with complete address

3. Name of systems integrator/supplier

4. Capacity of system installed (kWp)

5. Specification of SPV modules

Types of modules(multi/mono)

Make of modules and year of manufacturing

Wattage and No. of modules

SI No. of modules

IEC Certificate date of issue, Agency, validity,

enclose IEC certificates

Whether imported or indigenous

RFID tag is pasted inside or out side

Type of RFID

6. PCU

Make and rating type of charge

controller/MPPT

Capacity in inv and year of manufacturing

Whether hybrid or stand alone

Whether indigenous or imported

Enclose test certificate as per MNRE

requirement

7. Batteries (where ever applicable )

Make of modules and year of

manufacturing

Type: Tubular Lead acid/VRLA/GEL

Rating and Nos.

No. of series and parallel combination

Enclosed test certificate as per MNRE

Requirement

Depth of discharge proposed

8. Structures (as per MNRE)

9. Whether system grouting

10. Cable make and size

Enclose certificates rating

11. Distribution box

Name

Make

Certificate

12. Earthling and protections

Lighting arrestor (type)

13.

Power bill (after installation of net meter) for two

month period

14.

Name and technical person trained to maintain

system with mobile number



Declaration

It is certified that all the components/subsystems and materials including junction boxes,

cables, distribution boards, switches, circuit breakers used as per MNRE requirement

and as per DPR submitted.

Signature of Customer Signature of Supplier Signature of the NREDCAP Official

Date: Place:



ANNEXURE VII: FORM S5

Format for Statement of Expenditure (SOE) (On the Letterhead of Auditor)

Name of the State

Implementing Agency

Name of the Project

Sanction No. and Date

CFA Sanctioned

CFA From MNRE

State Subsidy, If any

CFA Released

CFA From MNRE

State Subsidy, If any

Details About Completed Project

Sl. No.

Name of

the

Customer

Type of

the

System

Capacity

Installed

(kWp/No.) Location

Total

Expenditure

Incurred

(in INR)

MNRE

Share

(in INR)

User

Share

(in INR)

Total

Breakup of the CFA

Sl. No. Item Cost (in INR)

1.

CFA @ 30 percent for the capacity ____kWp SPV

grid connected power project

2. Service charges

3. Total eligible CFA (MNRE/State)

4. CFA released (MNRE/State)

5. Interest earned on released CFA

6. Total funds available (in case of advance release)

7.

Balance amount to be released by MNRE/unspent

amount to be returned to MNRE

(Charted Accountant)

Reg. No.



ANNEXURE VIII: FORM S6

Declaration

This is to certify that M/s__________________________ has installed _____ kWp

grid connected solar rooftop PV system as per MNRE specifications on our building (name

and address) and the system is working satisfactorily. Hence I request you to release the

eligible central and State Subsidy to M/s______________ (System Integrator) or

__________ (beneficiary name)

Dt: Signature:

Name:

Address: Witness:

1.

2.

Counter Signature by the Project Director/Dist. Manager, NREDCAP With Seal



ANNEXURE IX: FORM 1(A)

DISCOM Application Form for Solar Grid Interactive Rooftop and Small SPV Power Plants (In Terms of G.O.Ms.8 Dt:12.02.2015 of GOAP)

(To be Submitted by Applicant)

1. DISCOM Name*: APEPDCL/APSPDCL

(Details linked to registration on USRTP)

2. Service Connection Number* (SC No.)

Site Details

3.

Consumer Details

(Details linked to EPCCB

portal/APSPDCL portal)

Name:

Father/Husband’s Name:

Connected Load

Contracted Load:

Phase Type:

Category:

4.

Address of the site for installation*

(Details linked to EPCCB

portal/APSPDCL portal)

Door No./House No.:

Street Name:

Landmark:

Village Name:

Mandal Name:

District Name:

Pin code:

5. Section Name*

6. Plant Location* Latitude:

Longitude:

7. Proposed SPV plant capacity* (kWp) ----------

8. Approved plant capacity (kWp)

9. Connectivity Level* HT > 56 kW and above

LT ≤ 56 kW

10. Option for net metering/gross metering*

11. Existing DT Capacity (For HT Applicants

only)

12. Installing Agency*

Communication Details

13.

Name of the Registered Applicant/

Organization


14. Primary Contact Name* (Non-residential

Consumers)

Affix recent Passport

Size Photo of

Applicant/Office bearer

of Group/Society


Size Photo of


of Group/Society


Size Photo of


of Group/Society


Size Photo of


of Group/Society


Size Photo of


of Group/Society


Size Photo of


of Group/Society


Size Photo of


of Group/Society


Size Photo of


of Group/Society


Size Photo of


of Group/Society


Size Photo of


of Group/Society


For Office Use:

USRTP Application No.:

DISCOM Application No.:

Date:

Application Fee Details:

Transaction No:

Transaction Amount:

Date of Payment:

For Office Use:



Date:


Transaction No:

Transaction Amount:

Date of Payment:

For Office Use:



Date:


Transaction No:

Transaction Amount:

Date of Payment:

For Office Use:



Date:


Transaction No:

Transaction Amount:

Date of Payment:

For Office Use:



Date:


Transaction No:

Transaction Amount:

Date of Payment:

For Office Use:



15.

Mobile No.*


Phone No.


16. Registered Email ID*


17. Correspondence Address

H. No.:

Street Name:

Landmark:

Village Name:

Mandal Name:

District Name:

Pin code:

18.

Applicant has to submit self-attested

photo ID proof *

(Voter ID card/Passport/PAN

card/Aadhar card/Driving license)

Type of ID card submitted*

ID card No.*

19. Applicant Type* Individual or Group/Society

20. In case of Group/Societies Attach Form 1B

21. Consumer Bank Details*

Account No.:

Bank Name

Branch Name:

IFSC Code:



Declaration

I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my

knowledge and belief. If false, APSPDCL/APEPDCL has the right to reject/cancel the

application. Further, I hereby agree with the specifications, terms and conditions

stipulated by APSPDCL/APEPDCL for the selection and installation of solar rooftop

power plant.

Place: Signature:

Date: Name:

CHECK LIST: 1. Identity Proof (YES/NO)

2. Copy of latest electricity bill (YES/NO) 3. Authorization Certificate and Declaration for Groups and Societies (YES/NO)

4. Scanned Copy of a Cancelled Cheque (YES/NO)



ANNEXURE X: FORM 1 (B)

Authorization Certificate and Declaration for Groups/Societies (To be submitted by Applicant)

Authorization Certificate

(For the application registered for installation of renewable energy system under net/gross

metering program on behalf of a Trust/Committee/Housing Society etc.)

Date: ______________

We, ________________________________________________________ (Name of Trust/

Company/Committee/Housing Society, etc.), residing at ___________________

_________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________ Pin: _____________ wish to participate in

the on-going net/gross metering plan for installation of RTSPV system initiated by DISCOM

and we accept all the terms and conditions mentioned in the application form and any other

formats laid down by DISCOM for this purpose.

Mr./Ms. ______________________________ (Name of Official/Person), residing at

______________________________________________________________ is hereby

mutually authorized to accept on our behalf, all the terms and conditions of the RTSPV net/

gross metering program regarding installation and commissioning of RTSPV system

mentioned under the Application form or any other format prepared in this behalf by

DISCOM and to execute such documents, agreements and other writings as may be

necessary or required for this purpose

Further, the above authorized person namely Mr./Ms. ______________________________

_________________________ (Name with Contact Number) is also nominated as the

contact person on our behalf for any matter relating to the Installation, Operation, and

Inspection of RTSPV system.

Signature/Name of authorized person/organization

(With Stamp)

Designation of authorized person

Name of the signing officer

Designation of the signing officer



Declaration

We hereby declare that the information furnished in application form is true to the best

of my knowledge and belief. If found false, APSPDCL/APEPDCL has the right to

reject/cancel the application. Further, I hereby agree with the specifications, terms and

conditions stipulated by APSPDCL/APEPDCL for the selection and installation of solar

rooftop power plant.

Place: Date:

Sr.

No.

Consumer Name Installation Capacity

Share (Percent)

Consumer

Service Number

Signature for

Consent



ANNEXURE XI: FORM 1 (C)

Acknowledgement Slip (Automated response by the DISCOM)

Acknowledgement Your application for setting up of solar grid interactive rooftop and small SPV power plant under policy on net metering in accordance with of G.O.Ms.No.8, Dt. 12.05.2015 of GOAP has been received along with application fee.

The following Rooftop Solar Application Number has been allotted to your application.

DISCOM Application Number

USRTP Application Number

Date of Application



ANNEXURE XII: FORM 2 Technical Feasibility Report

(To Be Filled by DISCOM)

A Name of the Applicant

1. Service Connection No.

2. Category

3. Distribution

4. Pole number

5. Section

6. Address

7. Mobile No.

B Distribution Transformer Details

1. Name of the SS

2. DTR capacity in kVA

3. Voltage ratio

4. Total connected load on the DTR (in kVA)

5. Addl. loads sanctioned so far (in kVA)

6. Already proposed loads (in kVA)

7. Total load on DTR : X=4+5+6 (in kVA)

8. SPV generators already connected capacity in kW

9. Proposed SPV generators capacity in kW

10. Total generation capacity Y = 8 + 9 (in kW)

11. Difference between load and generation capacity Z = X - Y

12.

Whether the transformer capacity is adequate to cater the

proposed generator in addition to the existing loads and

generators capacity with EPDCL and other sources (if any)

C Feeder Details

1. Name of the 11 kV feeder

2. Name of 33/11 SS from which 11 kV feeder is emanating

3 Type and size of the conductor

4. Current carrying capacity of the feeder

5. Total connected DTR capacity on this 11 kV feeder (KVA)

6

SPV generators connected on this feeder, if any, and their

capacity

7. Maximum load reached on the feeder in Amps and KVA

8. Remarks

D

Whether Technically Feasible or Not to Export the Power

From Proposed SPV Generator

Yes

No

Yes, with reduced capacity

of kWp

Assistant Divisional Engineer Superintending Engineer

Operations, ----------- Operations, --------------



ANNEXURE XIII: FORM 3 (A)

Intimation of Deficiency Scrutinized in the Application

(To Be Filled by DISCOM)

Date To (Name of the Applicant) ___________________________ Sub: Intimation of Deficiency Ref: Application No. _________ dated _____________. . Dear Sir/Madam, This is to inform you that we have received your above mentioned Application.

Deficiencies in Application: On scrutinizing the application the DISCOM has found that

deficiencies exist in the application, because of the under-mentioned reason:

Technical Constraints: After undertaking the technical feasibility inspection it is found that it

is not feasible for the DISCOM to provide connectivity up to the applied capacity. Technical

constrains exist due to the under-mentioned reason:

.

However, the connectivity is feasible for a reduced capacity of ____ kW.

Based on this communication, the Applicant can:

1. Accept the connectivity at reduced capacity or

2. Withdraw the Application.

Please complete the above query within seven days of receipt of this intimation and submit the response as per ‘Response of Applicant for Removal of Deficiencies as Intimated After the Technical Feasibility’. In case you have not completed the formality within the given period, your application shall stand cancelled and paid fees, if any, shall not be refunded.

(Signature of Officer)

Designation of Authorized Officer

(ADE [Operations], Sub-Division Name/ SE[Operations], Circle Name)



ANNEXURE XIV: FORM 3 (B)

Intimation for Non-Feasibility and Termination of Application (To Be Filled by DISCOM)

Date To (Name of the Applicant) _________________________ Sub: Intimation for non-feasibility and termination of application

Ref: Application No. ___________; dated ___________.

Dear Sir/Madam,

This is to inform you that we have received your above mentioned application and on

technical scrutiny have found that:

The application is not feasible at this stage due to the following reasons:

___________________

___________________ (others, if any)

The application hereby stands terminated.

(Signature of Officer) Designation of Authorized Officer




ANNEXURE XV: FORM 4

Response of Applicant for Removal of Deficiencies as Intimated After the Technical Feasibility

(To Be Filled by Applicant)

To The ADE (Operations)/SE(Operations) ____________ (Name of Sub-Division/Division/Circle) ____________ (Distribution Licensee Name) Sub: Response to Intimation on Deficiencies Ref: Application No. ____________; dated____________.

Dear Sir/Madam,

The response to deficiencies/technical constraints intimated by DISCOM is as follows.

Deficiencies in Application: The deficiencies in the application have been resolved by

undertaking the following corrective actions.

.

.

Technical Constraints:

The applicant will exercise the following option (tick the appropriate choice):

1. I accept the connectivity at reduced capacity as intimated by the DISCOM vide letter

dated _____ and request the DISCOM to process the case.

2. I withdraw my application.

(Signature of Applicant)

Name of Applicant



ANNEXURE XVI: FORM 5

Letter of Approval for Consumer With Respect to the Application for Net/Gross Metering and Grid Connectivity of Grid Connected Rooftop Solar PV System

(To Be Filled by the DISCOM)

Date:

To _________ (Name of the Applicant) _____ _ (S.C. No) Sub: Letter of Approval for Installation of Solar Rooftop System Ref: Application No. _________ Dated_________.

With reference to your above mentioned application number, approval is herewith accorded

for installing RTSPV of___________ kWp in your premises as per following terms and

conditions:

1. It is recommended that you select an empaneled system installer of your choice to

install the RTSPV system. A list of empanelled installers of grid-connect PV systems

by MNRE / NREDCAP is available on USRTP website.

2. All components of RTSPV system must comply with applicable BIS/IEC standards.

The list of standards to be complied with is available on USRTP website.

3. Applicant must submit the copy of Manufacturers Test Certificates for all components

for having complied with relevant BIS/IEC standards of the selected model along with

work completion report.

4. In case of any changes required at the premises of proposed site due to this

proposed installation, these shall be performed by applicant at own cost.

5. The grid connectivity of the system shall be in accordance with Solar Rooftop Policy/

Guidelines and any amendments thereof from time to time.

6. To procure net meter from DISCOM, applicant needs to intimate the same to

DISCOM by filling Form 7(A) along with net meter fee at least 15 days prior to the

expected installation completion date (fee details and technical specifications can be

found on DISCOMs/USRTP website).

7. In case the applicant is required to purchase the net meter on their own (with prior

permission from DISCOM), the same shall be purchased from DISCOM approved

vendors (as per DISCOMs approved technical specifications). These meters shall be

successfully tested from DISCOM or their authorized laboratory.



8. The DISCOM shall install meter and synchronize the RTSPV system with the grid

only on receiving NOC (for >10 kWp systems) from CEI/EI. For systems exempt from

NOC from CEI/EI, consumer need to submit safety certificate issued by a concerned

DISCOM engineer vide G.O.Ms 21.

9. Installed system must comply with safety requirements as stated in CEA/APERC

Regulations and all standards referred to in those regulations.

10. You are further requested to enter into the Agreement on Rs 10/-stamp paper as per

the Format 6(A)/ 6(B) within 15 days from receipt of this letter.

11. Please submit the following documents after installation of RTSPV system:

a. Inspection Report by Chief Electrical Inspector/Electrical Inspector,

Government of AP.

b. Work Completion Report in Form 8.

c. Test Certificate of Net meter from DISCOM approved laboratory, if applicable.

This approval is valid for three months from the date of this letter and the RTSPV system

should be installed within this period.

You may download all technical specifications, standards, and other requirements of the

solar rooftop system from ____________ (link to website of documents download).

Signature of Officer:

Name and Designation (ADE [Operations]/SE [Operations]):

Date:

Stamp:



ANNEXURE XVII: FORM 6(A)

Solar Rooftop Net/Gross Metering Connection Agreement (Individual Consumer)

(On Non-Judicial Stamp Paper Worth INR 10/-)

This Agreement is executed and entered into at (location) _______ on this (date) ___ day

of____ (month) _____ (year) between the Eligible Consumer, M/s/Mr./Mrs.

_________________ S/o, D/o, W/o _______________ residing at ____________(address)

__________________________________________which means their/his/its/ theirs,

successors as first party and _______Power Distribution Company Ltd. (herein after called

as DISCOM) and having its registered office at _______________________ (address)

______________________________________ as a DISCOM incorporated under the

provisions of Companies Act 1956 consequent to the AP Electricity Reforms Act, 1998

(which means its authorized representatives assigns, executors and its successors) as other

party herein after called the ‘Discom’.

Whereas, the eligible consumer has taken the responsibility to set up or facilitate the

requisite photovoltaic system and injection of power into the DISCOM’s grid

And whereas, the DISCOM agrees to benefit the eligible consumer for the electricity

generated and as per conditions of this Agreement and solar rooftop guidelines.

Both the party hereby agrees to as follows:

1. Eligibility

1.1 Eligible consumer is required to be aware, in advance, of the standards and conditions

his system has to meet for being integrated into grid/distribution system.

1.2 Eligible consumer agrees that connection of photovoltaic system to DISCOM’s

distribution system shall be bound by requirements of state Distribution Code and/or

DISCOM’s conditions of service. The grid shall continue to perform with specified

reliability, security and quality as per the Central Electricity Authority (Grid Standard)

Regulations, 2010, as amended from time to time.

1.3 All registered companies, government entities, partnership companies/firms, individuals

and all consumers of APDISCOM(s) will be eligible for setting up of solar power projects

within the state for sale of electricity/captive use, in accordance with the Electricity Act,

2003, and Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Policy, as amended from time to time.

1.4 Group of persons/societies will also be eligible for setting up Solar Rooftop Projects

(SRP) for sale of electricity to DISCOM/captive use or for self-consumption.

2. Capacity of the SPV Plant and Maximum Contracted Load of the Premises

2.1 The Eligible Developer/Consumer is proposing to install rooftop solar power plant of



_____ kWp capacity under solar _________ (Net/Gross) metering facility at D. No.

____,Street____, ___ (V), ____ (M),_____ (Dist.) having electrical service Connection

No.__ __, Category_______, Distribution______ for a contracted load of

____kW/HP/KVA. The Eligible Developer have requested DISCOM to provide grid

connectivity/necessary permissions to connect rooftop solar power plant and supply

solar energy into the distribution network of DISCOM at_______ voltage level which shall

be extended for a period of 25 years.

3. Governing Provisions

The Eligible Developer hereby undertake to comply with all the requirements of the

Electricity Act, 2003, the Rules and Regulations framed under, provisions of the tariffs,

applicable Charges and General Terms and Conditions of Supply prescribed by the

DISCOM with the approval of the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission herein

after called as “Commission” from time to time and agree not to dispute the same.

4. Technical and Interconnection Requirements

4.1 Eligible consumer agrees that he will install, prior to connection of photovoltaic system to

DISCOM’s distribution system, an isolation device and agrees for the DISCOM to have

access to and operation of this, if required, for repair and maintenance of the distribution

system.

4.2 Eligible consumer agrees that in case of a power outage on DISCOM’s system,

photovoltaic system will shut down, unless special transfer and isolating capabilities have

been installed on photovoltaic system. The DISCOM shall not be obligated to accept and

may require the Eligible Developer to interrupt or reduce deliveries when necessary with

a reasonable notice to the Eligible Developer.

4.3 The Eligible Developer shall strictly adhere to the standards specified by CEA/MNRE

and installations of electrical equipment must comply with Indian Electricity rules, 1956.

4.4 The Eligible Developer can install SPV on building walls also.

4.5 Prior approval of Chief Electrical Inspectorate General (CEIG) is required in case of an

SRP connected at LT level of distribution network with more than 10 kW capacity.

4.6 Eligible consumer agrees that DISCOM will specify the interface/interconnection point

and metering point.

4.7 Eligible consumer agrees to adhere to following power quality measures as per

International or Indian standards and/or other such measures provided by

Commission/DISCOM.

a. Harmonic current: Harmonic current injections from a generating station shall not

exceed the limits specified in IEEE 519.

b. Synchronization: Photovoltaic system must be equipped with a grid frequency



synchronization device.

c. Voltage: The voltage-operating window should minimize nuisance tripping and should

be under operating range of 80 percent to 110 percent of the nominal connected

voltage. Beyond a clearing time of 2 seconds, the photovoltaic system must isolate

itself from the grid.

d. Flicker: Operation of photovoltaic system shouldn’t cause voltage flicker in excess of

the limits stated in the relevant sections of IEC standards or other equivalent Indian

standards, if any.

e. Frequency: When the distribution system frequency deviates outside the specified

conditions (50.5 Hz on upper side and 47.5 Hz on lower side), the photovoltaic

system shouldn’t energize the grid and should shift to island mode.

f. DC Injection: Photovoltaic system should not inject DC power more than 0.5% of full

rated output at the interconnection point or 1% of rated inverter output current into

distribution system under any operating conditions.

g. Power Factor: While the output of the inverter is greater than 50%, a lagging power

factor of greater than 0.9 should operate.

h. Islanding and Disconnection: The photovoltaic system in the event of voltage or

frequency variations must island/disconnect itself within IEC standard on stipulated

period.

i. Overload and Overheat: The inverter should have the facility to automatically

switch off in case of overload or overheating and should restart when normal

conditions are restored.

j. Paralleling Device: Paralleling device of photovoltaic system shall be capable of

withstanding 220% of the nominal voltage at the interconnection point.

k. The maximum penetration limits at the LT level of distribution network are as

specified in the Table below:

Year Maximum Penetration Limit — Ratio of Aggregate Installed

SRP Capacity Under the DTR to the DTR Capacity

FY 2015-16 50 percent


4.8 Eligible consumer agrees to furnish all the data such as voltage, frequency, and

breaker, isolator position in his system, as and when required by the DISCOM.

4.9 Grid connectivity and evacuation facility:

The power generated from a solar power project shall be injected at an appropriate

voltage at the substation and/or interconnection point of the APTransco/DISCOM(s).

The Eligible Developer shall bear the entire cost of construction of power evacuation



facilities from the project up to the interconnection point and/or up to

APTransco/DISCOM(s) substation.

The Eligible Developer shall abide by the orders, rules, regulations, and terms and

conditions as approved by the Commission from time to time for operation of solar

power projects, power evacuation, transmission and wheeling of energy. Solar power

projects will be exempted from paying the supervision charges to APTransco/

DISCOM(s) towards the internal evacuation infrastructure within the project site and

up to interconnection point. Any upstream system-strengthening requirement shall be

borne by APTransco/DISCOM(s) on a priority basis.

4.10 It is imperative to seek the technical details of the installation infrastructure from the

supplier at the time of system installation and retain with the Eligible Developer/

consumer.

5. Implementation Process

Implementation of solar rooftop net/gross metering facility will be as per the following

guidelines:

a) Under Net Metering, power is first sent to the appliances and lights in the house, and if

excess remains, it is exported to the outside electricity network and its quantum

recorded.

i) Under Gross Metering, all solar electricity generated is exported to the outside

electricity network through an independent meter.

ii) Eligible Developers are allowed to avail the relevant subsidies and incentives from

MNRE and from other Departments.

iii) The eligible subsidy may be processed through NREDCAP (Nodal agency) or

Channel Partners of MNRE, GOI. The sanction and release of the subsidy will be

as per the guidelines issued by MNRE from time to time.

iv) Incentives/Other Charges/Administrative Fee — No distribution losses and charges

will be collected from the Eligible Developers/Group/Society/Individuals by the

DISCOMs. All other charges shall be applicable as per the Tariff Order amended

from time to time. The registration and facilitation fees shall be paid by Eligible

Developer to Nodal Agency as specified in the Policy.

5.1 Request for Connectivity

The eligible consumer will submit the required information in the prescribed format to the

DISCOM and get the proper acknowledgement and shall also provide related

interconnection equipment as per the DISCOM’s technical requirements, including safety

and performance standards. To prevent a net metering the eligible consumer from back-

feeding a de-energized line, the eligible consumer shall install an isolator switch that is

accessible to company personnel at all hours.



The customer shall not commence parallel operation of the net metering facility until the

customer has received approval to operate from the competent authority of DISCOM.

Modifications or changes made to a generator shall be evaluated by the DISCOM prior to

modifications/changes. The eligible consumer shall provide detailed information describing

the modifications or changes to the DISCOM in writing prior to making the modification to the

generating facility. The DISCOM shall review the proposed changes to the generating facility

and provide the results of its evaluation to the eligible consumer within forty- five (45)

calendar days of receipt of the customer’s proposal. Any items that would prevent parallel

operation due to violation of applicable safety standards and/or power generation limits shall

be explained along with a description of the modifications necessary to remedy the

violations.

5.2 Metering and Synchronization

All meters must be Smart Meters as per the standards specified by the CEA regulations as

amended from time to time. Eligible Developers shall be free to procure Meters, Current

Transformers (CT), and Potential Transformer (PT) either from open market or DISCOM. If

the metering equipment is purchased by the developer, the same is to be tested at standard

laboratory with consumer’s expenses.

Meter reading shall be done as per the prevailing DISCOM procedure. The applicable

customer charges shall be payable to DISCOM.

Billing process shall start within one month/next billing cycle after synchronizing the SRP

plant.

5.3 Energy Settlement and Billing/Invoicing

Energy settlement shall be done on a monthly basis. Group of persons/societies setting up

SRPs will be treated as collective generation for supply of power to the households of each

society /group member. In case of Apartments/Group Houses, common meter may be used

for net metering

Net Metering: The energy generated from SRP shall be adjusted against the consumption

of energy from the DISCOM by the Eligible Developer/Consumer every month. In case of

Groups/Societies, the energy generated shall be prorated as per the installed capacity share

indicated in the Agreement between the group/society and DISCOM. This computed energy

share shall be adjusted against the consumption of energy for each consumer every month.

In case of excess generation (after energy adjustment) in any month, payment shall be

made by the DISCOM for the net energy computed at the Average Cost to Serve

(ACS) as determined by APERC every year.

In case of excess consumption in any month, payment shall be made by the Eligible

Developer/Group/Society for the net energy at the applicable tariff as determined by

APERC every year.



Gross Metering: The payment for energy generated from SRP will be computed at the

Average Cost to Serve (ACS) of the DISCOM as determined by APERC every year. This

shall be adjusted against the total billing demand for consumption of energy for the Eligible

Developer/Consumer from the DISCOM every month. The balance amount after adjustment

for the month shall be made by the DISCOM.

A limit shall be defined for all Eligible Developers in terms of energy, beyond which no

payment shall be made by APDISCOM.

6. Access and Inspection

a) The DISCOM’s personal may enter the eligible consumer’s premises to inspect the

eligible consumer’s protective devices and read or test the meter.

b) DISCOM personnel reserve the right to inspect the SRP routinely at any time during the

term of the Agreement. As part of the inspection, DISCOM officials have to ensure that

check the following aspects:

All protective equipment of the SPV system are functioning as per specifications.

The SPV system including the panels, inverters, etc. continue to meet the

requirements of Indian & IEC standards post installation till contract completion.

c) An Eligible Developer, found indulging in theft of electricity or unauthorized use of

electricity, shall pay the additional charges as may be levied by the DISCOM as per

provisions of Electricity Act 2003. DISCOM may levy additional charge besides

disconnection of electricity supply.

7. Safety

7.1 Eligible consumer shall comply with the Central Electricity Authority (Measures Relating

to Safety and Electricity Supply) Regulations 2010 as amended from time to time.

7.2 Eligible consumer agrees that the design, installation, maintenance and operation of the

photovoltaic system are performed in a manner conducive to the safety of the

photovoltaic system as well as the DISCOM’s distribution system.

7.3 Due to DISCOM’s obligation to maintain a safe and reliable distribution system, eligible

consumer agrees that if it is determined by DISCOM that eligible consumer’s

photovoltaic system either causes damage to and/or produces adverse effects affecting

other distribution systems’ consumers or DISCOM’s assets, eligible consumer will have

to disconnect photovoltaic system immediately from the distribution system upon

direction from the DISCOM and correct the problem at his own expense prior to a

reconnection.

8. Clearances and Approvals

8.1. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

8.2 All the approvals/clearances required to avail the metering facility shall be disposed by

the respective DISCOM within 14 days from the date of application.



8.3 The eligible consumer agrees to attain all the necessary approvals and clearances

before connecting the photovoltaic system to the distribution system.

8.4 Approvals shall be given only to those Eligible Developer with maximum allowable

capacity under single-phase service is 3 kWp and maximum allowable SPV plant

capacity under LT category is 56 kWp. For HT service, consumer shall be responsible to

match the SPV plant capacity with the DTR capacity.

8.5 The SRP capacity should be up to 1,000 kWp at a single location.

9. Injection of Solar Power

The solar power produced shall be injected in to the DISCOM network only after obtaining

prior approval from DISCOM and meeting all the requirements of departmental standards,

viz., protection switchgear, metering, feasibility approval etc.

10. Liabilities

10.1 Eligible consumer and DISCOM will indemnify each other for damages or adverse

effects from either party’s negligence or intentional misconduct in the connection and

operation of photovoltaic system or DISCOM’s distribution system.

10.2 DISCOM and eligible consumer will not be liable to each other for any loss of profits or

revenues, business interruption losses, loss of contract or loss of goodwill, or for indirect,

consequential, incidental or special damages, including, but not limited to, punitive or

exemplary damages, whether any of the said liability, loss or damages arise in contract,

or otherwise.

10.3 DISCOM shall not be liable for delivery or realization by eligible consumer for any fiscal

or other incentive provided by the central/state government.

11. Commercial Settlement

11.1 All the commercial settlement under this Agreement shall be made according to solar

rooftop guidelines and regulations of Electricity Regulatory Commission.

12. Connection Costs

12.1 The eligible consumer shall bare all costs related to setting up of photovoltaic system

including metering and interconnection costs.

12.2 Cost for interconnection equipment including the isolators, meters etc. are also to be

borne by the eligible consumer.

13. Date of Enforceability of the Agreement

This Agreement will be in a force for a period of 25 years or up to the tenure of the project

whichever is earlier from the date of commencement of this Agreement, until the eligible



consumer meet all the requirements, rules and conditions of this Agreement and the system

and its operation is in accordance with the Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Policy – 2015, and

its future amendments, if any.

14. Dispute Resolution

If, at any time, the DISCOM reasonably determines that either the eligible consumer may

endanger the DISCOM’s personnel or other persons or property, or the continued operation

of the consumer’s generator may endanger the integrity or safety of the DISCOM’s electric

system, or the consumer is not operating the system in compliance with the terms and

conditions of this Agreement the DISCOM shall have the right to disconnect and lock out the

SPV generator facility from the company’s electric system until the DISCOM is reasonably

satisfied that the SPV generator can operate in a safe and complain manner.

Any other disputes arising under/out of this Agreement shall be resolved promptly in good

faith and in an equitable manner by both the parties. Failing resolution of the dispute, party

may approach the commission under Section 86 (1) (f) of EA 2003.

15. Termination

15.1 The SRP shall be installed within three (3) months from the date of Agreement. In case

of any delay beyond three months, one time extension of 15 days shall be provided

after which the Agreement shall be deemed terminated without any reason.

15.2 The eligible consumer can terminate Agreement at any time by providing DISCOM with

90 days prior notice.

15.3 DISCOM has the right to terminate Agreement on 30 days prior written notice, if eligible

consumer breaches a term of this Agreement and does not remedy the breach within

30 days of receiving written notice from DISCOM of the breach.

15.4 Eligible consumer agrees that upon termination of this Agreement, he must disconnect

the photovoltaic system from DISCOM’s distribution system in a timely manner and to

DISCOM’s satisfaction.

16. Resale of Electric Power

The eligible consumer shall not sell electricity generated under this Agreement without the

sanction in writing obtained from the DISCOM.

17. Obligation of Consumer to Pay All Charges Levied by DISCOM

The eligible consumer shall abide by the rules and shall pay the maximum demand

charges, energy charges, surcharges, and other charges, if any, to the DISCOM in

accordance with the notified Tariff besides the applicability of the General Terms and

Conditions of Supply prescribed by the APERC from time to time.

18. Theft of Electricity or Unauthorized Use of Electricity



The eligible consumer, found indulging in theft of electricity or unauthorized use of electricity

shall pay the penal/additional charges as may be levied by the DISCOM besides

disconnection of supply as per the provisions of IE Act 2003 and General Terms and

Conditions of Supply.

In the witness, where of Mr. _________ for an on behalf of ________________ (eligible

consumer) and Mr. _________ for and on behalf of __________________ (DISCOM) agree

to this Agreement.

Signature of the Eligible Developer/

Consumer

Signature of the DISCOM Representative

Date:

Date:

Witness 1:

Witness 2:

Signature:

Signature:

Name and Address:

Name and Address:

Date: Date:



ANNEXURE XVIII: FORM 6(B)

Solar Rooftop Net/Gross Metering Connection Agreement (Societies/Group of Consumers)

(On Non-Judicial Stamp Paper Worth INR 10/-)

This Agreement is made and entered into at (location) _______ on this (date) ___ day of

_______ (month) ____ (year) between the group of persons/society (herein after called as

Eligible Developer/Consumer),represented by Shri./Smt. ________________S/o, ________

residing at ____ (address) ___________________________________________ as first

party AND _______Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh Ltd. (herein after called

as DISCOM) and having its registered office at _____________ (address)

______________________________________ as a DISCOM incorporated under the

provisions of Companies Act 1956 consequent to the AP Electricity Reforms Act,1998

(Which means its authorized representatives assigns, executors and its successors) as other

party here in after called the “DISCOM”.

Whereas, the eligible consumer has taken the responsibility to set up or facilitate the

requisite solar photovoltaic system and injection of Power into the DISCOM’s grid

And whereas, the DISCOM agrees to benefit the eligible consumer for the electricity

generated and as per conditions of this Agreement and solar rooftop guidelines.

Both the party hereby agrees to as follows:

1. Eligibility

1.1 Eligible consumer is required to be aware, in advance, of the standards and conditions

his system has to meet for being integrated into grid/distribution system.

1.2 Eligible consumer agrees that connection of photovoltaic system to DISCOM’s

distribution system shall be bound by requirements of state Distribution Code and/or

DISCOM’s conditions of service. The grid shall continue to perform with specified

reliability, security and quality as per the Central Electricity Authority (Grid Standard)

Regulations 2010 as amended from time to time.

1.3 All registered companies, government entities, partnership companies/firms, individuals

and all consumers of APDISCOM(s) will be eligible for setting up of solar power projects

within the state for sale of electricity/captive use, in accordance with the Electricity Act,

2003 and Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Policy, as amended from time to time.

1.4 Group of persons/societies will also be eligible for setting up solar rooftop projects (SRP)

for sale of electricity to DISCOM/captive use or for self-consumption.

2. Capacity of the SPV Plant and Maximum Contracted Load of the Premises

2.1 The group of persons/society is proposing to install rooftop solar power plant of _____



kWp capacity under Solar _________(Net/ Gross) metering facility at D.No.

____,Street____, ___V,____(M)_____(Dist) against Common Service Connection

No_______,Category_____,Distribution______ and having individual electrical service

connections details furnished in the table below for a total contracted load of

____kW/HP/KVA and individual installed capacity share. The Eligible Developer has

requested DISCOM to provide grid connectivity/ necessary permissions to connect

rooftop solar power plant and supply solar energy into the distribution network of

DISCOM at_______ voltage level for the whole tenure of the project or 25 years

whichever is earlier.

2.2 The installed capacity share of members of the Group of persons/societies are as

follows:

Sl. No. Consumer Name Installed Capacity Share Consumer Service Number

3. Governing Provisions

The Eligible Developer hereby undertake to comply with all the requirements of the

Electricity Act, 2003, the Rules and Regulations framed under, provisions of the tariffs,

applicable charges and General Terms and Conditions of Supply prescribed by the

DISCOM with the approval of the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission

herein after called as “Commission” from time to time and agree not to dispute the same.

4. Technical and Interconnection Requirements

4.1 Eligible consumer agrees that he will install, prior to connection of photovoltaic system to

DISCOM’s distribution system, an isolation device and agrees for the DISCOM to have

access to and operation of this, if required, for repair and maintenance of the distribution

system.

4.2 Eligible consumer agrees that in case of a power outage on DISCOM’s system,

photovoltaic system will shut down, unless special transfer and isolating capabilities have

been installed on photovoltaic system. The DISCOM shall not be obligated to accept and

may require the Eligible Developer to interrupt or reduce deliveries when necessary with

a reasonable notice to the Eligible Developer.

4.3 The Eligible Developer shall strictly adhere to the standards specified by CEA/MNRE

and installations of electrical equipment must comply with Indian Electricity rules, 1956.

4.4 The Eligible Developer can install SPV on building walls also.

4.5 Prior approval of Chief Electrical Inspectorate General (CEIG) is required in case of an

SRP connected at LT level of distribution network with more than 10 kWp capacity.

4.6 Eligible consumer agrees that DISCOM will specify the interface/inter-connection point



and metering point.

4.7 Eligible consumer agrees to adhere to following power quality measures as per

International or Indian standards and/or other such measures provided by

Commission/DISCOM.

a. Harmonic current: Harmonic current injections from a generating station shall not

exceed the limits specified in IEEE 519.

b. Synchronization: Photovoltaic system must be equipped with a grid frequency

synchronization device.

c. Voltage: The voltage-operating window should minimise nuisance tripping and should

be under operating range of 80% to 110% of the nominal connected voltage. Beyond

a clearing time of 2 seconds, the Photovoltaic system must isolate itself from the grid.

d. Flicker: Operation of photovoltaic system shouldn’t cause voltage flicker in excess of

the limits stated in the relevant sections of IEC standards or other equivalent Indian

standards, if any.

e. Frequency: When the distribution system frequency deviates outside the specified

conditions (50.5 Hz on upper side and 47.5 Hz on lower side), the photovoltaic

system shouldn’t energize the grid and should shift to island mode.

f. DC Injection: Photovoltaic system should not inject DC power more than 0.5% of

full rated output at the interconnection point or 1% of rated inverter output current

into distribution system under any operating conditions.

g. Power Factor: While the output of the inverter is greater than 50%, a lagging power

factor of greater than 0.9 should operate.

h. Islanding and Disconnection: The photovoltaic system in the event of voltage or

frequency variations must island/disconnect itself within IEC standard on stipulated

period.

i. Overload and Overheat: The inverter should have the facility to automatically switch

off in case of overload or overheating and should restart when normal conditions are

restored.

j. Paralleling device: Paralleling device of photovoltaic system shall be capable of

withstanding 220% of the nominal voltage at the interconnection point

k. The maximum penetration limits at the LT level of distribution network are as

specified in the table below:

Year Maximum Penetration Limit — Ratio of Aggregate Installed SRP

Capacity Under the DTR to the DTR Capacity




Year Maximum Penetration Limit — Ratio of Aggregate Installed SRP

Capacity Under the DTR to the DTR Capacity


4.8 Eligible consumer agrees to furnish all the data such as voltage, frequency, and breaker,

isolator position in his system, as and when required by the DISCOM.

4.9 Grid Connectivity and Evacuation Facility: The power generated from a solar power

project shall be injected at an appropriate voltage at the sub-station and/or

interconnection point of the APTransco/DISCOM(s). The Eligible Developer shall bear

the entire cost of construction of power evacuation facilities from the project up to the

interconnection point and/or up to APTransco/DISCOM(s) substation.

The Eligible Developer shall abide by the orders, rules, regulations and terms and

conditions as approved by the Commission from time to time for operation of Solar

Power Projects, power evacuation, transmission and wheeling of energy. Solar Power

Projects will be exempted from paying the Supervision charges to

APTransco/DISCOM(s) towards the internal evacuation infrastructure within the project

site and up to interconnection point. Any upstream system-strengthening requirement

shall be borne by APTransco/DISCOM(s) on a priority basis.

4.10 It is imperative to seek the technical details of the installation infrastructure from the

supplier at the time of system installation and retain with the Eligible Developer/

Consumer.

5. Implementation Process

Implementation of solar rooftop net/gross metering facility will be as per the following

guidelines:

I) Under Net Metering, power is first sent to the appliances and lights in the house, and if

excess remains, it is exported to the outside electricity network and its quantum

recorded.

i) Under Gross Metering, all solar electricity generated is considered as Export of

Energy into Electricity Network.

ii) Eligible Developers are allowed to avail the relevant subsidies and incentives from

MNRE and from other departments.

iii) The eligible subsidy may be processed through NREDCAP (Nodal agency) or Channel

Partners of MNRE, GOI. The sanction and release of the subsidy will be as per the

guidelines issued by MNRE from time to time.

iv) Incentives/Other Charges/Administrative Fee — No Distribution losses and charges

will be collected from the Eligible Developers/Group/Society/Individuals by the

DISCOMs. All other charges shall be applicable as per the Tariff Order amended from

time to time. The registration and facilitation fees shall be paid by Eligible Developer



to Nodal agency as specified in the Policy.

5.1 Request for Connectivity

The eligible consumer will submit the required information in the prescribed format to the

DISCOM and get the proper acknowledgement and shall also provide related

interconnection equipment as per the DISCOM’s technical requirements, including safety

and performance standards. To prevent a net metering the eligible consumer from back-

feeding a de-energized line, the eligible consumer shall install an isolator switch that is

accessible to company personnel at all hours.

The customer shall not commence parallel operation of the net metering facility until the

customer has received approval to operate from the competent authority of DISCOM.

Modifications or changes made to a generator shall be evaluated by the DISCOM prior to

modifications/changes. The eligible consumer shall provide detailed information describing

the modifications or changes to the DISCOM in writing prior to making the modification to the

generating facility. The DISCOM shall review the proposed changes to the generating facility

and provide the results of its evaluation to the Eligible Consumer within forty- five (45)

calendar days of receipt of the customer’s proposal. Any items that would prevent parallel

operation due to violation of applicable safety standards and/or power generation limits shall

be explained along with a description of the modifications necessary to remedy the

violations.

5.2 Metering and Synchronization

All meters must be Smart Meters as per the standards specified by the CEA regulations as

amended from time to time. Eligible Developers shall be free to procure Meters, Current

Transformers (CT), and Potential Transformer (PT) either from open market or DISCOM. If

the metering equipment is purchased by the Developer, the same is to be tested at standard

laboratory.

Meter reading shall be done as per the prevailing DISCOM procedure. The applicable

customer charges shall be payable to DISCOM.

Billing process shall start within one month of synchronizing the SRP.

5.3 Energy Settlement and Billing/Invoicing

Energy settlement shall be done on a monthly basis. Group of persons/societies setting up

SRP’s will be treated as collective generation for supply of power to the households of each

society /group member. In case of apartments/group houses, common meter may be used

for net metering

Net Metering: The energy generated from SRP shall be adjusted against the consumption

of energy from the DISCOM by the Eligible Developer/Consumer every month. In case of

Groups/Societies, the energy generated shall be prorated as per the installed capacity share

indicated in the Agreement between the group/society and DISCOM. This computed energy

share shall be adjusted against the consumption of energy for each consumer every month.



In case of excess generation (after energy adjustment) in any month, payment shall

be made by the DISCOM for the net energy computed at the Average Cost to Serve

(ACS) as determined by APERC every year.

In case of excess consumption in any month, payment shall be made by the Eligible

Developer/Group/Society for the net energy at the applicable tariff as determined by

APERC every year.

Gross Metering: The payment for energy generated from SRP will be computed at the

Average Cost to Serve (ACS) of the DISCOM as determined by APERC every year. This

shall be adjusted against the total billing demand for consumption of energy for the Eligible

Developer/Consumer from the DISCOM every month. The balance amount after adjustment

for the month shall be made by the DISCOM.

A limit shall be defined for all Eligible Developers in terms of energy, beyond which no

payment shall be made by APDISCOM.

6. Access and Inspection

a) The DISCOM’s personal may enter the Eligible consumer’s premises to inspect the

Eligible consumer’s protective devices and read or test the meter.

b) The DISCOM personnel reserve the right to inspect the SRP routinely at any time during the term of the Agreement. As part of the inspection, DISCOM officials have to ensure that check the following aspects

All protective equipment of the SPV system are functioning as per specifications.

The SPV system including the panels, inverters, etc. continue to meet the

requirements of Indian and IEC standards post installation till contract completion.

c) An Eligible Developer, found indulging in theft of electricity or unauthorized use of electricity, shall pay the additional charges as may be levied by the DISCOM as per provisions of Electricity Act 2003. DISCOM may levy additional charge besides disconnection of electricity supply.

7. Safety

7.1 Eligible consumer shall comply with the Central Electricity Authority (Measures Relating

to Safety and Electricity Supply) Regulations 2010 as amended from time to time.

7.2 Eligible consumer agrees that the design, installation, maintenance and operation of the

photovoltaic system are performed in a manner conducive to the safety of the

photovoltaic system as well as the DISCOM’s distribution system.

7.3 Due to DISCOM’s obligation to maintain a safe and reliable distribution system, eligible

consumer agrees that if it is determined by DISCOM that eligible consumer’s

photovoltaic system either causes damage to and/or produces adverse effects affecting



other distribution systems’ consumers or DISCOM’s assets, eligible consumer will have

to disconnect photovoltaic system immediately from the distribution system upon

direction from the DISCOM and correct the problem at his own expense prior to a

reconnection.

8. Clearances and Approvals

8.1._____________________________________________________________________.

8.2 All the approvals/clearances required to avail the metering facility shall be disposed by

the respective DISCOM within 14 days from the date of application

8.3 The eligible consumer agrees to attain all the necessary approvals and clearances

before connecting the photovoltaic system to the distribution system.

8.4 Approvals shall be given only to those Eligible Developer with maximum allowable

capacity under single-phase service is 3 kWp and maximum allowable SPV plant

capacity under LT category is 56 kWp. For HT Service, consumer shall be responsible

to match the SPV plant capacity with the DTR capacity.

8.5 The SRP capacity should be up to 1,000 kWp at a single location.

9. Injection of Solar Power

The solar power produced shall be injected in to the DISCOM network only after obtaining

prior approval from DISCOM and meeting all the requirements of departmental standards,

viz., protection switchgear, metering, feasibility approval etc.

10. Liabilities

10.1 Eligible consumer and DISCOM will indemnify each other for damages or adverse

effects from either party’s negligence or intentional misconduct in the connection and

operation of photovoltaic system or DISCOM’s distribution system.

10.2 DISCOM and eligible consumer will not be liable to each other for any loss of profits or

revenues, business interruption losses, loss of contract or loss of goodwill, or for indirect,

consequential, incidental or special damages, including, but not limited to, punitive or

exemplary damages, whether any of the said liability, loss or damages arise in contract,

or otherwise.

10.3 DISCOM shall not be liable for delivery or realization by eligible consumer for any fiscal

or other incentive provided by the central/State government.

11. Commercial Settlement

11.1 All the commercial settlement under this Agreement shall be made according to Solar

Rooftop Guidelines and Regulations of Electricity Regulatory Commission.



12. Connection Costs

12.1 The eligible consumer shall bare all costs related to setting up of photovoltaic system

including metering and interconnection costs.

12.2 Cost for interconnection equipment including the isolators, meters etc. are also to be

borne by the eligible consumer.

13. Date of Enforceability of the Agreement

This Agreement will be in a force for a period of 25 years or up to the tenure of the project

whichever is earlier from the date of commencement of this Agreement, until the eligible

consumer meet all the requirements, rules and conditions of this Agreement and the system

and its operation is in accordance with the Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Policy – 2015 and

its future amendments, if any.

14. Dispute Resolution

If at any time the DISCOM reasonably determines that either the eligible consumer may

endanger the DISCOM’s personnel or other persons or property, or the continued operation

of the consumer’s generator may endanger the integrity or safety of the DISCOM’s electric

system, or the consumer is not operating the system in compliance with the terms and

conditions of this Agreement the DISCOM shall have the right to disconnect and lock out the

SPV generator facility from the company’s electric system until the DISCOM is reasonably

satisfied that the SPV generator can operate in a safe and complain manner.

Any other disputes arising under/out of this Agreement shall be resolved promptly in good

faith and in an equitable manner by both the parties. Failing resolution of the dispute, party

may approach the commission under Section 86 (1) (f) of EA 2003.

15. Termination

15.1 The SRP shall be installed within three (3) months from the date of Agreement. In case

of any delay beyond three months, one time extension of 15 days shall be provided

after which the Agreement shall be deemed terminated without any reason.

15.2 The eligible consumer can terminate Agreement at any time by providing DISCOM with

90 days prior notice.

15.3 The DISCOM has the right to terminate Agreement on 30 days prior written notice, if

eligible consumer breaches a term of this Agreement and does not remedy the breach

within 30 days of receiving written notice from DISCOM of the breach.

15.4 The eligible consumer agrees that upon termination of this Agreement, he must

disconnect the photovoltaic system from DISCOM’s distribution system in a timely

manner and to DISCOM’s satisfaction.



16. Resale of Electric Power

The eligible consumer shall not sell electricity generated under this Agreement without the

sanction in writing obtained from the DISCOM.

17. Obligation of Consumer to Pay All Charges Levied by DISCOM

The eligible consumer shall abide by the rules and shall pay the maximum demand

charges, energy charges, surcharges and other charges, if any, to the DISCOM in

accordance with the notified Tariff besides the applicability of the General Terms and

Conditions of Supply prescribed by the APERC from time to time.

18. Theft of Electricity or Unauthorized Use of Electricity

The eligible consumer, found indulging in theft of electricity or unauthorized use of electricity

shall pay the penal/additional charges as may be levied by the DISCOM besides

disconnection of supply as per the provisions of IE Act 2003 and General Terms and

Conditions of Supply.

In the witness, where of Mr. _________ for an on behalf of ________________ (eligible

consumer) and Mr. _________ for and on behalf of __________________ (DISCOM) agree

to this Agreement.

Signature of Office Bearer of Group/

Society

Signature of the DISCOM Representative

Date:

Date:

Witness 1:

Witness 2:

Signature:

Signature:

Name and Address:

Name and Address:

Date: Date:



ANNEXURE XIX: FORM 7(A)

Intimation of Meter Procurement (To Be Filled by Applicant)

Date

To,

The AE (Operations)/DE(Operations)

(Name of Section/Sub-Division/Division/Circle)

(DISCOM Name)

Sub: Intimation of Meter Procurement

Ref: Application No._________________; dated________________________.

Dear Sir/Madam,

With reference to above mentioned Application number and receiving the Letter of Approval

after the technical feasibility, I/we intend to install _____ kWp of RTSPV system. In this

regards, I/we request DISCOM to provide a meter of class _____________ for RTSPV

installation. The meter shall be as per the Net/ Gross metering clause in Solar Rooftop

Policy/Guidelines.

I/We agree to pay fee as mentioned by DISCOM via online mode for procurement of meters.


Name of the Applicant



ANNEXURE XX: FORM 7(B)

Intimation of Availability of Meter (To Be Filled by DISCOM)

Date

To

________________________ (Name of the Applicant)

Sub: Intimation of Availability of Meter

Ref: Application No. _________________ dated _________________________

Dear Sir/Madam,

Net meter of class _____ is available/ not available (tick (✔) appropriate) with DISCOM.

If Meter is Available:

1. You are hereby directed to make an online payment of INR towards meter

procurement charges while submission of ‘Intimation to the DISCOM for Readiness of

the System for System Checks, Synchronization with the DISCOM Grid and Installation

of Meters’

2. Appropriate meter will be sent by DISCOM test lab and shall be dispatched on the day of

final check and synchronization of RTSPV system with the DISCOM’s grid.

If Meter is Not Available:

1. As meter is not available with DISCOM it can be procured from external agency

2. An online ‘Request for Meter Testing’ is to be made through Form 7(C).

3. You are hereby directed to make an online payment of INR towards meter

testing charges while submission of Form 7(C) ‘Request for Meter Testing’.

4. You are advised to submit the procured meter to the DISCOM for testing within 3 days

after online submission of Form 9 ‘Intimation to the DISCOM for Readiness of the

System for System Checks, Synchronization with the DISCOM Grid and Installation of

Meters’

5. Hardcopies of the following are to be submitted while submitting the meter for testing:

a. A copy of the Form 7(C) ‘Request for Meter Testing’ along with meter testing fee

payment receipt.

b. A copy of the Letter of Approval.

c. Test Certificate (received from manufacturer).

d. A copy of Form 9 ‘Intimation to the DISCOM for Readiness of the System for

System Checks, Synchronization with the DISCOM Grid and Installation of Meters’



(AE [Operations], Section Name/ DE[Operations], Division Name)



ANNEXURE XXI: FORM 7(C)

Request for Meter Testing (To Be Filled by Applicant)

Date:

To

The ADE (Operations)/SE(Operations)

(Name of Sub-Division/Division/Circle)

(DISCOM Name)

Sub: Intimation of Meter Procurement

Ref: Application No. _________________ dated _________________________.

Dear Sir/Madam,

With reference to above-mentioned Application number and receiving the Letter of Approval

after the technical feasibility, I/we intend to install _____ kWp of RTSPV system vide letter

No _______ dated ________. In this regards, I/we have procured the meter from .

As per the of Solar Rooftop Policy/Guidelines, I request DISCOM to kindly test meter of

following specification (specifying Meter No., Class and other specifications described as per

CEA regulations).

Make

Model Number

Meter Type

Accuracy Class

I/We hereby agree to pay fees of INR __________ as mentioned by the DISCOM for testing

of meter through online mode.

I/We hereby agree to submit the procured meter to DISCOM for testing within 3 days of

online submission of Form 9 (Intimation to the DISCOM for Readiness of the System for

System Checks, Synchronization With the DISCOM Grid and Installation of Meters).

I /We hereby agree to submit hardcopies of the following while submitting the meter for

testing.

a. A copy of the Form 7(C) ‘Request for Meter Testing’ along with meter testing fee

payment receipt.

b. A copy of the Form 5 ‘Letter of Approval’.

c. Test Certificate (received from manufacturer).

d. A Copy of Form 9 ‘Intimation to the DISCOM for Readiness of the System for

System Checks, Synchronization With the DISCOM Grid and Installation of Meters'



ANNEXURE XXII: FORM 8

Work Completion Report (To Be Submitted by the Applicant for System Inspection)

To,

The Chief Electrical Inspector/ Electrical Inspector …………………………….. (Control

Area)

Government of Andhra Pradesh (if RTSPV to be inspected by CEI/EI)

ADE/SE-Operation Officer ………………………….. (if RTSPV size is exempted from

inspection by CEI/EI)

CC: Office of (Concerned) ADE (Operations) (In case of LT system)/SE (Operations) (in

case of HT system), DISCOM (in case submitted to CEI/EI)

CC: To NREDCAP in case of subsidised consumers, if applicable

Sir/Madam,

Sub: Submission of work completion report (to be submitted by the applicant)

for system documentation requirements.

Ref: Our Application No.: _______________ dated: ___________

With reference to the above, I hereby confirm to you that we have completed the work of

installation of the renewable energy system and submit the following basic information for

your perusal and request you to arrange to Inspect and Commission the system at the

earliest:

A. Details of the Solar PV Module

1. Model No.

2. Name and address of manufacturer

3. Capacity of each module (Wp)

4. No. of modules

5. Total capacity (kWp)

6. Date of installation

7. Applicable standard (BIS/IEC)

B. Details of the Inverter

1. Name and address of the inverter

manufacturer



2. Brand Name of the inverter

3. Model No.

4. AC capacity of individual inverter (kW)

5. No. of inverters installed

6. Total AC capacity of inverter (kW)

7. Serial Nos.

8. Date of Installation

9. Applicable Standard (BIS/IEC)

10. Is anti-islanding protection provided? Yes/No

C. Module Mounting Structure

1. Does the module mounting structure withstand

wind capacity up to 150 kmph?

Yes/No

2. Is total load of the structure +panel less than 60

kg/m2?

Yes/No

3. Applicable Standard (BIS/IEC)

D. Details of the Cables: DC

1. Make/Name of manufacturer

2. Size and type

3. Applicable standard (IEC)

E. Details of the AC Wiring


2. Size and type


F. Details of the DC Distribution Box


2. Sl. No.

3. High quality suitable capacity MOVs/SPDs

along with suitable reverse blocking diodes

4. MCB/Isolator quantity and capacity



5. Size and type


G. Details of the AC Distribution Box


2. Sl. No.

3. AC surge protection device

4. MCB/MCCB quantity and capacity

5. Size and type


H. Details of the Earthing

1. Earth resistance (shall be less than 5

ohms)

2. Size of the earth wire/flat*

3. Three separate earthing points

Modules, mounting structure and DC

surge protection device

Inverter, AC surge protection device

Lightening arrester

Yes/No

Yes/No

Yes/No

4. Size and type


Note: *Earthing shall be done in accordance IS 3043-1986, provided that earthing

conductors shall have a minimum size of 4 mm2 copper wire or 10 mm2 aluminium wire

or 3 mm2 X 70 mm2 hot dip galvanized iron flat strip.

I. Details of the Net Meter Details, If Purchased by Consumer (Please Enclose the

Test Report of the Net Meter Tested at the Laboratory of the

DISCOM/Designated Agency)

1. Make

2. Serial No.

3. Procured from DISCOM/outside agency



4. Manufacturer’s Name

5. Capacity

6. Type/Model

7. Single ph./three ph.

8. Rated current and CT ratio

9. Reference voltage and PT ratio

10. Date of test by MT, DISCOM


12. Month and year of manufacture

13. Class of meter

J. Details of the Caution Signage

K. Provision of Manual and Automatic Switches: Yes/No

L. G.P.S. Co-ordinates of the RTSPV System Installation

(i) Latitude: (ii) Longitude:

M. Whether Operation and Maintenance Manual Provided to the Consumer: Yes/

No

N. Capacity of Automatic Relay/Isolation Switch at Interconnection Point With

Grid

Certified that the above said RTSPV system was installed and the equipment used comply

with the Technical and Safety Standards as specified by the MNRE/CEA/MERC/DISCOM

under net metering program.

Signature of the Applicant Name and Signature of the System

Installer

Name and Address With Seal

Name: _______________________ Name of the firm and address:

______________________________ ____________________________

Date: ________________________ Date: _________________________



Enclosure:

1. Actual single line wiring diagram (SLD) of the SPV System and estimated energy

generation report. (PVsyst/PVSol etc.)



ANNEXURE XXIII: FORM 9

Intimation to the DISCOM for Readiness of the System for System Checks, Synchronization With the DISCOM Grid and Installation of Meters

(To Be Submitted by the Applicant)

Date

To

The ADE (Operations)/SE(Operations)

(Name of Sub-Division/Division/Circle)

(DISCOM Name)

Sub: System Checks, Synchronization with the DISCOM Grid and Installation of Meter(s).

Ref: Application No. __________________ dated__________________.

Dear Sir/Madam,

With reference to the above, I hereby confirm to you that the RTSPV system has been

installed as per the Technical and Safety Standards laid out by CEA/ APERC/ DISCOM.

The system is ready for synchronization with the DISCOMs grid and installation of meter(s).

If Meter Procured From DISCOM

I/We have paid fees of INR __________ as mentioned by the DISCOM for procurement and

testing of meter through online mode.

If Meter Procured From External Agency If Meter Is Not Available With DISCOM

I/We have procured meter from external agency as specified through the Form 7(C)

‘Request for Meter Testing’ and paid the meter testing fees of INR specified by the

DISCOM. I/We shall submit a hardcopy of the Form 7(C) ‘Request for Meter Testing’ along

with the meter and supporting documents to the DISCOM within 3 days of online submission

of the Form 9 intimating readiness of the system.



Enclosures:

1. NOC from CEI/EI, for systems >10 kWp.

2. Manufacturer’s Test Certificate of all the components used in installation of the

RTSPV system.



ANNEXURE XXIV: FORM 10

Guidelines for Pre-Commissioning Check Before and After Connecting the RTSPV System With DISCOM Network and Steps for Maintenance of Network Where Such

Connectivity Exists (For DISCOM Internal Purpose Only)

1. Mandatory Safety Precautions/Features

The following are mandatory safety precautions which will be taken care before and after

commissioning of grid connected Solar PV system.

(a) An inbuilt Inverter relay which trips on DISCOM supply failure and prevent any solar

power injection to the DISCOM Network when there is no power from DISCOM. The

anti-islanding protection shall be tested during the release of connection.

(b) The solar PV system should be separately grounded / earthed. A minimum of two

separate dedicated and interconnected earth electrodes must be used for the

earthing of the PV system support structure, with a total earth resistance not

exceeding 5 ohms.

(c) Lightning arrestor also must be provided for SPV.

(d) Manual isolator switch at an easily accessible location with locking facility shall be

provided.

(e) Caution stickers shall be used with the green back ground and the text “Solar PV

Systems” written in white letters. The size of these stickers shall be 10 CM (width) x

7 CM (height) with the text clearly printed in the center of the sticker. (applicable to

only 50 kW and above).

(f) All SPV consumers should have a mandatory sign board fitted near the existing

meter reading terminal stating that ‘This service is fitted with a LT grid connected

SPV plant”. The solar PV system caution stickers shall be fixed at the following

locations. (applicable to only 50 kW and above).

i. On or near to meter of service with grid connected solar PV system.

ii. On the consumer main switch, of a service connected with a grid connected

solar PV system.

iii. On LT poles with grid connected solar PV systems at height of about 1.50

meter from the ground.

iv. On LT feeder pillars with grid connected solar PV system on the street-facing

door of the feeder pillar.

v. On each of the LT take off poles of a distribution transformer to which solar

PV systems are connected.

vi. On substation end of HT feeder having solar PV system.

vii. A List of serviced connections of grid connected solar PV systems shall be

available at the Division Office and 33/11 kV S/S.

viii. A record may be maintained at the Division Office of each SPV plant’s



commissioning date and other details.

ix. The SPV connected details of pole/pillar box/DT/SS feeder end wise may be

maintained at Division Office.

(g) During planned/forced maintenance work on DISCOMs network, before taking up

the work in hand, besides ensuring all other provisions such as line earthing, de-

energization of the line section where the work is to carried out as per prevailing

norms further it should be ensured that supply from such small solar roof-top PV

power plants are not back feed and supply should also be disconnected by manual

isolating switch with locking facility installed in the premises of such consumers and

ensuring proper earthing.

2. The check list before release of connection.

A. Component Inspection Checklist

Sr.

No.

Item Type Yes No

1. Installation Layout — is it as per drawing? (Applicable only for 50

kW above)

2. Inverter IS/IEC standards qualified

3. PV panel IS/IES standards qualified

4. PV isolators/PV cables IS/IES standards qualified

5. AC disconnect manual switch provided with locking arrangement

B. Grid Connected Functional Safety Checklist

Sr.

No.

Item type Yes No

1. Check whether solar generation stops automatically when

DISCOM supply made off (inverter/PCU cut off)

2. Bi-directional flow recorded on Net meter

3. Solar generation meter ok?

4. Check all earthing points as per standard

5. Solar and bi-directional meter tested and sealed by DISCOM

meter testing lab

6. Check whether manual Isolating switch is installed at accessible

location

7. Check whether manual Isolating switch stops feeding supply in

DISCOM network when in OFF position



ANNEXURE XXV: FORM 11

PART I

Synchronization With the DISCOM Grid, Installation of Meter

(To Be Filled by the DISCOM)

Date

To

(Name of the Applicant)

Sub: Synchronization with DISCOM Grid and Installation of Meter

Ref: Application No. ____________________ dated____________________.

Dear Sir/Madam,

Synchronization test of solar rooftop PV system of …………. kWp, installed on the roof of

your premises has been conducted and your RTSPV system found satisfactory and

successfully synchronized with the DISCOMs grid. Meter with no …………. has been

installed and sealed on ……… (date).

Yours faithfully,




Enclosure:

1. Inspection format for releasing of solar rooftop generating unit (to be uploaded by DISCOM).



PART II

INSPECTION FORMAT FOR RELEASING OF SOLAR ROOF TOP GENERATING UNIT

Date of Inspection: …………........

A Name of the applicant

1. S/C No.

2. Category

3. Distribution

4. Pole number

5. Section

6. Address

7. Mobile No.

B Meter Details

1. Meter make

2. Serial number

3. Capacity

4. Meter constant

5. Initial reading (Tri vector parameters)

6. i) Import

7. ii) Export

8. Name of the laboratory where the meter is tested (copy of test results to be enclosed)

C Grid Tie Inverter/Connecter

1. Make

2. Serial No.

3. Capacity

4. Input voltage

5. Output voltage

6. If grid supply fails, status of contactor (on or off)

D SPV Module

1. Make

2. Serial No.

3. Type of module

4. Capacity of each module

5. Number of modules

6. Total capacity of module

E

Details of protective system available (Feasibility shall be given only on availability of the above)

Enclosure: 1. Single line diagram of SPV generator

2. Specification sheets of all equipment

Assistant Divisional Engineer Superintending Engineer

Operations, ----------- Operations, --------------



ANNEXURE XXVI: FORM 12

Intimation for Removal of Deficiency in the System Installed (To Be Filled by the DISCOM)

Date

To

(Name of the Applicant)

Sub: Intimation for Removal of Deficiency Found During Inspection

Ref: Application No. ________ Dated________.

Dear Sir/Madam,

As requested on __________ (Date on which Form 9 was filled and submitted) to carry out

inspection and synchronization of your ______ kWp system we have found out that the

system does not adhere to:

a) E.g.: Earthing standards are not followed.

b) ____________________________________________________________

c) _____________________________________________________________

We request you to rectify the mistakes within 15 days and submit Form 9 again along with

this letter.

(Signature of Officer) Designation of Authorized Officer (ADE [Operations], Sub-Division Name/ SE[Operations],

Circle Name)



ANNEXURE XXVII: DISCOM Report

DISCOM Name Selection Criteria 1 Selection Criteria 2

DISCOM In Year In Month Upto Date Name of Circle Name of Division Name of Sub- Division

Name of Section

Report On Grid Connected Solar Rooftop Applications Received By (DISCOM Name) (Selection Criteria 1)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Sr.

No

.

Name of

Circle/Divi

sion/ Sub

Division/

Section

(Based on

Selection

Criteria 2)

Applications

Received

Applications

Awaiting

Technical

Feasibility

Applications

Rejected

Applications for

whom

LOA is granted

Applications

Received for

Meter

Procurement

Systems

Installed by

Consumers

Requests for

Synchronization

of System and

Installation of

Meters

Received

Systems

Synchronized

Numb

er

Capac

ity

(kW)

Numb

er

Capac

ity

(kW)

Numb

er

Capac

ity

(kW)

Numb

er

Capac

ity

(kW)

Numb

er

Capac

ity

(kW)

Numb

er

Capac

ity

(kW)

Numb

er

Capac

ity

(kW)

Numb

er

Capac

ity

(kW)

1

2

3

Tot

al



ANNEXURE XXVIII: SNA Report

Selection Criteria

In Year

In Month

Up to Date

Subsidy Applications Received by SNA (Selection Criteria)

Sr.No

Name of

District

Subsidy Applications

Received (Form S1A)

(1-5 kWp Capacity)


Received (Form S1B)

(> 5 kWp, ≤50 kWp Capacity)


Received (Form S1C)

(> 50 kWp, ≤ 500 kWp Capacity)

In Principle Sanctions Granted

Consumers to Whom Subsidy is Disbursed

Number Capacity

(kW) Number Capacity




(kW)

1

2

3

Total



ANNEXURE XXIX: Site Visit Schedule Report

From Date

Sr. No

Date

Visit Type (Site

Visit/Joint Inspection

Visit)

Option Number

USRTP Application

Number

Applicant Name

Contact Person Name

Contact Number

Phone Number

Site Address

1

2

3

4



U.S. Agency for International Development

1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20523

Tel: (202) 712-0000

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