How much does solar panel installation cost in Malaysia?

Solar panel installation costs in Malaysia typically range from RM15,000 to RM35,000 for residential systems (4kWp to 12kWp), depending on system size, panel brand, and roof type. With the SuRIA Home rebate of up to RM3,000 and monthly electricity savings, most homeowners see full ROI within 5-7 years.

What is the SuRIA Home rebate?

The SuRIA Home rebate is a Malaysian government initiative that provides homeowners with a rebate of up to RM3,000 when installing rooftop solar panel systems. Amiya Energy assists with the full application process as part of our installation service.

What is the difference between Solar ATAP and SELCO?

Solar ATAP (formerly NEM) allows homeowners and SMEs to offset their electricity bills by exporting excess solar energy to the grid. SELCO (Self-Consumption) is designed for large industries and factories that consume all generated solar energy on-site with zero export. Amiya Energy helps you choose the right scheme based on your energy profile.

Is Amiya Energy SEDA certified?

Yes, Amiya Energy's team consists of SEDA-certified personnel and experienced engineers. We strictly follow all SEDA Malaysia guidelines and occupational safety standards for every solar installation project.

How long does solar panel installation take?

A typical residential solar installation by Amiya Energy takes 1-3 days, depending on system size and roof complexity. The full process from energy audit to power-on usually takes 4-6 weeks, including permit approvals and grid connection.

Sarawak Raises the Bar on Home Solar Support: What It Means for Johor Homeowners

Sarawak’s plan for a home solar subsidy of up to RM15,000 shows rooftop solar is now firmly on the policy agenda, and Peninsular homeowners have a time-limited incentive of their own to consider right now.

What Sarawak announced

Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has announced that the state plans to offer a subsidised solar package for homes worth up to RM15,000. He made the announcement at the Program Sarawakku Sayang (SKS) 2026 in Mukah, as reported on 3 October 2026. He said the package would cover all homes and that details would be released in about two weeks.

At present, Sarawak Energy offers rooftop solar subsidies of between RM8,000 and RM12,000, depending on system size, under its Net Energy Metering (NEM) programme. It is not yet clear whether the new RM15,000 figure will upgrade the existing NEM subsidy or come as a separate scheme. Eligibility and conditions will only be confirmed when the state releases its guidelines.

The Premier acknowledged that rooftop solar is still expensive to install. He also pointed out that homeowners can save by cutting their electricity bills and selling unused electricity to SESCo, a Sarawak Energy subsidiary.

Why Johor homeowners should pay attention

This package is for Sarawak households only, so Johor homeowners cannot apply. The message behind it matters well beyond Sarawak, though. Governments now treat rooftop solar as a practical way to help households with the cost of living, not as a luxury. When a state is prepared to cover a large share of the upfront cost, it shows how seriously the economics are being taken.

What Peninsular homeowners can get today

Peninsular Malaysia has its own incentive: SuRIA Home (Sustainable Rebate & Incentive Assistance), announced by the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) on 22 May 2026. Based on details published by SEDA and TNB:

It is a one-time cash rebate of RM600 per kWac, up to a maximum of RM3,000 (equal to 5 kWac).
It is open to Malaysian citizens who are TNB domestic customers installing under Solar ATAP, as long as they have not already received a cash rebate under the earlier SolaRIS programme.
The rebate is paid on a first-come, first-served basis. Your system must be commissioned by 31 December 2026, or before the rebate allocation runs out if that happens first.

The cut-off is the date your system must be commissioned, not just the date you sign up. A site assessment, approvals, installation and commissioning all take time. If you are interested, plan ahead now rather than in December.

RM3,000 is a lot less than Sarawak’s headline figure. However, the two schemes work differently. For a Johor family, the more useful question is how much a well-sized system can save over its lifetime. SuRIA is a welcome head start, not the whole story.

Your TNB bill and the fuel surcharge

Since July 2025, TNB bills have included an Automatic Fuel Adjustment (AFA), which is revised every month in line with fuel costs. The AFA changed from a rebate to a surcharge in May 2026 and is set at +3.61 sen/kWh for October 2026.

Some households are protected for now. Until 31 December 2026, domestic users consuming 800 kWh or less a month do not pay the AFA, the RM10 retail charge or the 8% service tax. From January 2027, that protection threshold returns to 600 kWh. TNB’s latest outlook also projects a higher AFA in the coming months, although these figures are estimates and may change.

Larger homes, families with several air-conditioners and EV owners are more likely to use more than these thresholds. Every kWh your roof generates and you use yourself is a kWh you do not buy from the grid.

Acting now, sensibly

Acting now does not mean rushing. It means sizing a system to how your household actually uses electricity, checking that your roof is suitable, and leaving enough time to finish before the SuRIA deadline. A good installer should be happy to tell you if solar does not make sense for your home.

How Amiya Energy can help

Amiya Energy is based in Taman Setia Tropika, Johor Bahru. Our team includes SEDA-certified personnel and experienced engineers. We guide homeowners through the Solar ATAP scheme, install Tier-1 solar panels and inverters, and set you up to track your solar output and savings from your smartphone. Every project starts with an energy audit of your consumption and roof structure.

Want to know whether solar and SuRIA make sense for your home? Book a consultation with our team:

WhatsApp: +60 19-776 6992
Call: +60 17-351 8138
Email: amiya@amiya.energy
Online: amiya.energy/contact

Office hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm.

Scheme and tariff details are correct as of 6 October 2026. Please check TNB and SEDA for the latest SuRIA Home terms.