Victoria Solar Rebates
The Solar Homes Program helps eligible Victorian households cut the cost of solar panels and hot water, with up to $1,400 in rebates plus interest-free loans. Find out what you could claim and let Solahart Eastern Ranges handle the rest.
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What is the Solar Homes Program?
The Solar Homes Program is a Victorian Government initiative delivered by Solar Victoria. It is designed to make it more affordable to switch to solar and efficient electric hot water by providing rebates, and in some cases matching interest-free loans, towards eligible solar panel (PV) and hot water systems.
As a Solahart dealer serving Bayswater and surrounding areas, Solahart Eastern Ranges can help you understand which rebates you may be eligible for and take care of the installation. Solahart is also a listed approved provider under Solar Victoria's Residential Electrification Grants, which support all-electric home upgrades at scale.
Rebates Available in Victoria
The main support available to Victorian households. Amounts and funding rounds are set by Solar Victoria (and the federal program for batteries) and can change over time.
Solar Panel (PV) Rebate
A rebate of 50 per cent of the install cost, up to $1,400, towards an eligible solar panel (PV) system. You can add an optional interest-free loan of up to $1,400 to match the rebate.
Hot Water Rebate
A 50 per cent rebate on an eligible heat pump or solar hot water system, up to $1,000. Choose an eligible locally made product and you could receive up to $1,400.
Home Batteries (Federal)
The Victorian battery loan has closed. Battery support now comes through the federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program, applied as an upfront discount at installation.
Solar for Rentals
Rental providers can claim the solar panel (PV) rebate on up to two rental properties each financial year, with a matching interest-free loan also available.
Who is Eligible?
To claim a Solar Homes Program rebate, households generally need to meet the following criteria:
From 1 July 2026, the household income cap dropped from $210,000 to $150,000 per year. Rebate amounts, funding rounds and eligibility criteria are set by Solar Victoria and can change, so always confirm the current details on the official website before making a decision.
Official Source
The information on this page is based on the Victorian Government Solar Homes Program. For the current rebate amounts, full eligibility rules and terms, visit the official Solar Victoria website.
How the Rebate Works With Solahart Eastern Ranges
We guide you through the Solar Victoria process from quote to install.
Quote + Portal
We provide a written quote and, as your authorised retailer, upload it to the Solar Victoria portal.
Prove Eligibility
You upload your paperwork so Solar Victoria can confirm your eligibility and issue your QR code.
Installation
Once approved, we install your system within the required timeframe (generally within 120 days).
Pay the Difference
The rebate is deducted from your invoice, so you only pay the balance. Any loan repayments start 30 days after approval.
Important: if you install your system before your eligibility is approved, you will not receive a rebate.
Victoria Solar Rebate FAQs
How much is the Victorian solar panel rebate?
What about the hot water rebate?
Is there still a battery rebate in Victoria?
What is the income limit?
How is the rebate paid?
Can I get the rebate on a rental property?
Where can I read the official rules?
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