Victoria Solar Rebate and Best Solar Installer Melbourne
Claim up to $1,400 under the Victorian Government Solar Homes Program. Silicon Solar is a CEC approved solar installer and authorised Solar Victoria retailer, serving Melbourne and all of Victoria with solar panels, batteries and hybrid systems.
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Victorian Government Solar Rebates Available in 2026
The Solar Homes Program offers multiple rebate streams. Silicon Solar helps you claim every incentive you are eligible for, stacked together for maximum savings.
Solar Panel (PV) Rebate
The flagship rebate for owner occupiers installing a rooftop solar system at an existing Victorian home. Applied directly at point of sale, so you pay less upfront on the day of installation.
- Owner occupiers and rental providers eligible
- Also available for homes under construction
- Stacks with federal STC discount
- Optional interest free loan to match rebate
Federal STC Discount
Every solar installation in Australia qualifies for Small-scale Technology Certificates under the federal Renewable Energy Target. The discount is built directly into your installer’s quote, no separate number needed up front.
- No separate application required
- Amount depends on system size and zone rating
- STC values reduce slightly each year until 2030
Solar Victoria Loan
In addition to your rebate, you can opt into an interest free loan of the same amount, paid directly to your solar retailer to further reduce your out of pocket cost on installation day.
- Repaid monthly over 4 years, $29.17 a month
- Debited automatically from your bank account
- No collateral required
Solar for Rental Properties
Landlords, known as rental providers, can claim a rebate of up to $1,400 on solar panel installation for up to two rental properties per financial year. Renters benefit from lower electricity bills.
- Available to rental providers in Victoria
- Renters’ combined income must be under $150,000 from 1 July 2026
- Increases property value and rental appeal
Federal Home Battery Discount
Pair your solar panels with a CEC approved home battery and store excess solar energy for use at night. The federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program currently discounts a typical 10 to 13kWh battery by around $3,000 to $4,200, applied upfront by your installer.
- Combine with your solar panel rebate and STC discount
- Backup power during outages with select systems
- Discount tapers as battery capacity increases beyond 14kWh
Who Qualifies for the Victoria Solar Rebate?
Check the criteria below. If you are unsure, call us on 1300 772 829 and we will confirm your eligibility at no cost.
Owner Occupier
You must be the owner and occupier of the property where the system will be installed. The rebate is also available for homes under construction.
Income Under $150,000
From 1 July 2026, your combined household taxable income must be $150,000 or less per year. Previously the cap was $210,000. Over 80% of existing Solar Homes customers remain eligible under the new rules.
Property Value Under $3 Million
The property where solar is being installed must be valued below $3 million, for an existing home, or once construction is complete for a new build.
No Prior Solar Rebate
The property address must not have previously received a solar panel or battery rebate under the Solar Homes Program, and must not have had solar installed in the last 10 years.
Authorised Retailer Required
You must use a Solar Victoria authorised retailer such as Silicon Solar. We upload your quote directly into the Solar Victoria portal and manage the entire process on your behalf.
Victorian Property Address
The property must be located in Victoria. Silicon Solar installs across Greater Melbourne and regional Victoria, including all suburbs listed in our service areas below.
Income Cap Now $150,000 Following the July 2026 Update
The Solar Homes Program income cap dropped from $210,000 to $150,000 per year on 1 July 2026. Rebate values themselves remain unchanged at up to $1,400. The program continues to support Victorian households, with 28,854 solar PV rebates available in the 2026 to 27 financial year. For full program details, visit solar.vic.gov.au/solar-panel-rebate.
How to Claim Your Victoria Solar Rebate with Silicon Solar
We handle every step of the rebate process. You approve the quote, we do the paperwork, and you start saving on your electricity bills.
Book a Free Solar Consultation
Call us on 1300 772 829 or complete the quote form below. Our specialist assesses your home’s energy usage, roof type and orientation, and confirms your rebate eligibility at no cost.
Receive Your Quote, We Upload It to Solar Victoria
We prepare a written quote using only Solar Victoria approved products and upload it directly to the Solar Victoria portal.
Submit Your Eligibility Documents
You upload proof of income and property ownership to the Service Victoria portal. We guide you through exactly what is needed.
Receive Pre-Approval and Your QR Code
Solar Victoria confirms eligibility and issues a QR code. Installation must not begin before this step or you will forfeit the rebate.
Professional Installation by SAA Accredited Electricians
Our team completes your solar panel installation and manages the grid connection application and electrical safety compliance.
Pay Only the Balance, Rebate Applied at Point of Sale
You pay the total system cost minus your rebate. The $1,400 discount is applied on the day, no forms to lodge, no waiting for reimbursement.
Solar Panel Installation Across Melbourne and Victoria
We install solar panels, batteries and hybrid systems across Greater Melbourne and regional Victoria, including Melbourne’s northern corridor, Melbourne’s western suburbs, Melbourne’s eastern suburbs and the Yarra Ranges, and the Geelong and Surf Coast region.
Melbourne North
Melbourne West
Melbourne East and Yarra Ranges
Hoppers Crossing
Werribee
Craigieburn
Tarneit
Truganina
Wollert
Wyndham Vale
Mickleham
Officer
Clyde
Pakenham
Berwick
Cranbourne
Epping
Geelong and Surf Coast
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Victoria Solar Rebate and Melbourne Solar Panel Questions
How much is the Victoria solar rebate in 2026?
Eligible Victorian homeowners can receive a rebate of up to $1,400 toward a solar panel system under the Solar Homes Program, plus an optional interest free loan of up to $1,400, bringing total government support to $2,800. The federal STC discount typically adds a further $1,000 to $1,500 depending on system size and location, and all incentives can be stacked.
What is the income limit from July 2026?
From 1 July 2026, combined household taxable income must be $150,000 or less per year. The previous cap was $210,000. Rebate values remain unchanged, and over 80% of existing Solar Homes customers remain eligible under the new threshold.
Can I get the rebate on a rental property?
Yes, rental providers can claim up to $1,400 for solar panel installation on up to two rental properties per financial year, subject to renters meeting the income eligibility criteria.
Can I apply if my home already has solar panels?
Generally the rebate is not available if the property has previously received a Solar Homes rebate or had solar installed within the last 10 years. Moving to a new address may restore eligibility. Call us on 1300 772 829 and we will check free of charge.
How long does the rebate application take?
We upload your quote to the Solar Victoria portal within one business day of approval. Eligibility confirmation typically takes a few business days. Once approved, installation must be completed within 120 days, or 270 days for new builds.
Get Your Free Solar Quote Today
Silicon Solar will confirm your eligibility, design the right system for your home, and handle every step of the Victoria Solar Homes Program rebate for you.