Produce, store, and consume your own clean electricity without any dependency on the public utility grid. Ideal for areas with frequent power cuts or no grid connectivity.
An off-grid solar system — a true standalone setup — is built for remote and rural areas where the grid is absent or so unreliable that power is available for just 2–3 hours a day.
An off-grid solar system is a completely independent, standalone set-up that is not connected to the government or local utility grid.
It generates electricity using solar panels during daytime sunshine hours to run your home or business appliances directly. Any excess energy produced is stored in a dedicated high-efficiency battery bank, which keeps your property fully powered throughout the night or on overcast days.
High-efficiency panels (Mono-PERC or Bifacial TOPCon) built to maximize output even in low light.
Built-in smart features to monitor thermal levels, loads, and prevent battery overheating.
Provides maximum depth of discharge and rapid charging compared to traditional lead-acid batteries.
Protects batteries from overcharging and deep discharging.
Wind-tested structures designed to withstand harsh weather conditions.
From a photon hitting a panel to the light switching on in your home — here is the full journey.
Premium rooftop solar panels trap solar radiation and convert the photons into Direct Current (DC) electricity.
The generated DC electricity goes directly into a Solar Charge Controller, which intelligently regulates the voltage and current flowing to the system.
The charge controller feeds the necessary power into a high-capacity Lithium-ion (LFP) battery bank, storing the excess energy for later use.
An intelligent Off-Grid Solar Inverter converts the stored DC power into Alternating Current (AC) electricity, making it perfectly safe to run all standard household and industrial appliances.
Going off-grid buys you true energy independence — but it is worth weighing both sides before you commit.
Grid-compatible inverters are simply the better fit for an off-grid power pack.
For reference, the off-grid inverter is about 10–15% of the total setup cost, the lithium-ion battery is roughly 50–60%, and the remainder covers all the other solar components.
Price depends on the system capacity, the type of panels, the type of inverter, the battery capacity and the battery chemistry (lithium-ion vs lead-acid).
| System Size (with lithium battery) | Indicative Price in 2026* |
|---|---|
| 1 kW off-grid system + 1 kWh lithium battery | ₹95,000 |
| 2 kW off-grid system + 3 kWh lithium battery | ₹1,80,000 |
| 3 kW off-grid system + 5 kWh lithium battery | ₹2,65,000 |
| 5 kW off-grid system + 7.5 kWh lithium battery | ₹4,30,000 |
| 7.5 kW off-grid system + 10 kWh lithium battery | ₹6,50,000 |
| 10 kW off-grid system + 15 kWh lithium battery | ₹8,50,000 |
*Indicative pricing only. Final figures vary with brand, battery sizing, roof conditions and location. Request a free Clans Machina quote for an exact, itemised estimate.
To set the record straight: the Indian government does not offer a subsidy on off-grid solar systems with battery storage. The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana subsidy (up to ₹78,000 central) applies only to grid-connected systems. To claim it, you would need to install an on-grid or hybrid system instead.
The battery is the biggest line item in any off-grid system, and four design inputs drive its size.
The bank is sized to cover your full 24-hour load, with enough reserve to carry you until the sun returns the next morning.
Lithium batteries can safely use about 80% of their rated capacity, so the bank is oversized to protect long-term battery health.
Some energy is lost charging and discharging. Sizing accounts for the ~15% round-trip loss so real-world output meets your need.
Loads used after dark must come entirely from storage, so a higher night-time share means a larger battery bank.
This is why the battery in an off-grid solar product is typically 2 to 4 times larger than the battery in a hybrid solar power pack of the same system size.
The main difference between off-grid and on-grid systems comes down to batteries and the grid connection.
| Feature | Off-Grid Solar System | On-Grid Solar System |
|---|---|---|
| Grid connection | Not connected — fully standalone | Connected to the utility grid |
| Battery storage | Required (large bank) | Not required |
| Power during outages | Yes — runs 24/7 on batteries | No — shuts off during a grid outage |
| Government subsidy | Not available | Up to ₹78,000 (PM Surya Ghar) |
| Net metering / export | No export | Yes — export surplus for credits |
| Typical payback period | About 5–7 years | About 3–4 years |
| Best suited for | Remote sites & areas with no/poor grid | Homes with a reliable grid connection |
An off-grid solar system is the right call when your grid is unreliable or simply not there. It buys complete energy independence with battery backup, but it costs more upfront and earns no subsidy, so battery sizing and component quality matter enormously.
That is exactly where Clans Machina comes in. We design, supply, install and monitor your off-grid system end to end — sizing the battery correctly the first time and backing it with a 25-year performance warranty. Book a free consultation now for an exact, itemised quote.
In 2026, an off-grid system with a lithium battery starts at around ₹95,000 for 1 kW and rises with capacity — roughly ₹2,65,000 for 3 kW and ₹8,50,000 for 10 kW. The final price depends on your battery sizing, panel and inverter type, and site conditions.
No. The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana subsidy applies only to grid-connected (on-grid) systems. Off-grid systems with battery storage are not eligible for any government subsidy.
It depends on your daily energy use and how much autonomy you want. The bank is sized to cover a full 24-hour load with reserve — which is why an off-grid battery is typically 2 to 4 times larger than a hybrid system of the same size.
Yes — provided the system and battery bank are sized for it. Air conditioners are heavy loads, so we factor in their running hours when designing the panels, inverter and battery capacity.
If your grid is reliable, on-grid is cheaper, qualifies for subsidy and pays back faster. If your grid is absent or very unreliable, off-grid is the better choice because it delivers true 24/7 independent power.
Get a free, no-obligation off-grid design tailored to your load and location — with battery sizing, panel count and an itemised price all worked out for you.