Update – 12 November 2026
Approved SuRIA Home applicants now have until March 2027 to complete installation and still receive their rebate. The programme itself still closes on 31 December 2026. If you have not applied and received approval yet, this extension does not cover you.
SuRIA Home Deadline: What the March 2027 Extension Actually Means
On 11 November 2026, the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister told Parliament that households with approved SuRIA Home applications can finish their installations by March 2027 and keep the rebate. Up to RM90 million of rebate allocation is still available.
That is good news if you are already approved. It is not a general extension, and several headlines have made it sound like one. This page explains what changed, who it applies to, and what to do if you have not started yet.
Does the March 2027 Extension Apply to You?
The extension covers approved applications only. Everything else still runs on the original December deadline.
| Your situation | What the extension means | What to do now |
|---|---|---|
| Approved, not yet installed | You have until March 2027 and keep the rebate | Book installation now. March is a ceiling, not a target. The quota can close first |
| Applied, waiting for approval | Not covered yet | Push for approval and installation before 31 December 2026 |
| Not applied | Not covered | Start now if you want this round of rebate |
| Installed and already paid | Not affected | Confirm your rebate status with TNB |
| Received a SolaRIS rebate before | Not eligible | SuRIA Home excludes prior SolaRIS recipients |
Approval and installation are two separate steps. Paying a deposit or signing an agreement is not approval. Only an approved application gets the March 2027 window.
Not sure where your application stands? Send us your application reference and we will check whether you are covered by the March 2027 window or still racing the December deadline.
The Two Dates That Matter
| Date | What it governs | Who it applies to |
|---|---|---|
| 31 December 2026 | Programme closing date and commissioning deadline | Applications without approval |
| March 2027 | Installation completion with rebate retained | Approved applicants only |
Two conditions sit on top of both dates.
First, the programme also ends when the 250MW capacity quota is filled, whichever comes first. Second, rebates are allocated first come, first served. If the allocation runs out, the March date does not create new money.
That is why the honest advice has not changed. Approved or not, installing earlier is safer than installing later.
What Is the SuRIA Home Rebate?
SuRIA Home stands for Sustainable Rebate and Incentive Assistance Home. It is a rebate programme introduced by the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) to bring down the upfront cost of home solar.
It pays a one-time cash rebate of RM600 per kWac of installed solar capacity, capped at RM3,000. The rebate is tied to the Solar ATAP programme, so the system must be installed and commissioned with TNB under Solar ATAP.
The government allocated RM150 million to the programme and expects it to support 45,000 to 50,000 homes, or about 250MW of residential solar capacity.
The rebate does not cover the full cost of a home solar system. It reduces the starting cost. Your system size should still be based on your electricity usage, roof space, roof direction and shading, not on the rebate alone.
How Much Rebate Can You Get?
| Installed capacity | Estimated rebate |
|---|---|
| 1 kWac | RM600 |
| 2 kWac | RM1,200 |
| 3 kWac | RM1,800 |
| 4 kWac | RM2,400 |
| 5 kWac and above | RM3,000 (maximum) |
Anything above 5kWac is still capped at RM3,000. Every rebate is subject to approval and to the remaining allocation.
Who Can Apply?
You need to meet all of these conditions:
- Malaysian citizen
- Individual domestic low-voltage TNB customer
- System installed and commissioned under Solar ATAP
- No previous cash rebate under the SolaRIS programme
- One claim per person
Businesses, companies and non-domestic accounts are not eligible. The rebate is paid into a local bank account held under the TNB-registered customer’s name, after TNB sends the eligibility email.
How Much Rebate Money Is Left?
The Minister gave these figures in Parliament on 11 November 2026, as of 15 September 2026:
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Rebate still available | Up to RM90 million |
| Households paid so far | 12,374 |
| Rebate paid so far | RM36.2 million |
| Solar ATAP applications approved | 24,291 |
| Approved Solar ATAP capacity | 391.85MW |
| Growth since 30 April 2026 | About 190%, from 135.92MW |
The programme has used roughly a quarter of its allocation, and about 390MW of related ATAP capacity has already been approved. Demand is moving faster than the original timetable assumed.
If You Are Not Approved Yet
The March 2027 extension does nothing for you until approval is in hand. That leaves one deadline: 31 December 2026.
A residential installation is not a same-week purchase. The normal sequence is:
- Share your TNB bill and roof details for an assessment.
- Design the system and confirm the quotation.
- Submit the Solar ATAP application through a SEDA-registered provider.
- Complete installation.
- Commission with TNB.
Each step can take weeks, and the later steps depend on earlier approvals. Starting in December usually means missing the window.
Is there still time for your home? Book a free roof and bill assessment this week. We will tell you honestly whether you can realistically finish before 31 December 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the SuRIA Home deadline extended?
For approved applicants, yes. Installation can be completed until March 2027 and the rebate is retained. For everyone else, no. The programme still closes on 31 December 2026.
Does the March 2027 date apply to me?
Only if your application has already been approved. A deposit or signed agreement is not approval.
Can I still apply?
Yes, while the programme remains open and the allocation lasts. Applications close on 31 December 2026 or when the quota is filled, whichever comes first.
What happens if I am approved but not installed by 31 December 2026?
This is the exact case raised in Parliament. The Minister confirmed approved applicants can install until March 2027 and still receive the rebate.
What if the 250MW quota fills before March 2027?
The scheme closes when the quota is filled. The March date extends installation time for approved applicants, not the amount of money available.
Has SEDA or TNB updated the official terms?
Not yet. The extension was announced in Parliament. The published SEDA guidance still states 31 December 2026, so treat March 2027 as announced but not yet reflected in the official circular.
How Verdant Solar Can Help
We help homeowners check whether solar is suitable before they commit. That means reviewing your electricity usage, assessing your roof, and recommending a system sized to your household rather than to the rebate.
We also handle the parts that decide whether you qualify: system design, quotation, Solar ATAP submission, installation and commissioning. If you are still comparing providers, read our guide on how to choose a registered installer.
One caution. PETRA has warned that providers found misusing the application process can be blacklisted from future incentive programmes. Work with a registered provider and keep your documents accurate.
If you want to see the full picture before deciding, compare the solar panel price in Malaysia and the solar payback period with and without the rebate.
Ready to Check Your Timeline?
If you are already approved, book your installation early. If you have not applied, the 31 December 2026 deadline is the one that matters.
Send us your latest TNB bill and roof details. We will tell you whether you can realistically complete before the deadline, and whether SuRIA Home applies to your home.
Check whether your home qualifies before the allocation runs out
Send us your latest TNB bill and a few roof photos. We will confirm whether SuRIA Home applies to your property, estimate your system size, and tell you whether your installation can be completed before 31 December 2026.
No obligation. We will tell you if solar does not make sense for your roof.
