Solar PV installation technician
Also called: Solar installer, Suryamitra
Installs, wires and maintains solar panels on rooftops, farms and solar parks.
What the work is
Solar technicians mount panels, run cables, connect inverters and batteries, test the system and keep it working. They work on house rooftops, factories, farm pumps and huge solar parks.
India has some of the largest solar targets in the world, and the PM Surya Ghar scheme aims to put solar on one crore homes. This needs a very large number of trained installers and maintenance staff, often close to home.
A typical week
- Install panel mounting structures and panels
- Wire inverters, batteries and safety devices
- Test and commission the system
- Clean, inspect and repair existing plants
It suits people who
- Like hands-on outdoor work
- Are careful with electricity and heights
- Like seeing real results every day
Your path to get there
School (Class 8-10)
- After Class 10, join an ITI (Electrician or Wireman) or a polytechnic diploma
Class 11-12
- Take the free Suryamitra skill course from NISE, or a Skill India solar course
College or fresher
- Diploma or B.Tech students can move into solar site supervision and design
Working or switching
- Electricians move into solar with a short courseMany start their own installation business
- Start with a skills refresh of 6 to 12 weeks: one short course and one TalentMeter assessment to show where you stand today.
- Use returnship and second-career programmes; many large employers in India run them for people back after a break.
- Explain the gap in one honest line on your CV and LinkedIn, and list what you did in it (caregiving, freelancing, courses, volunteering).
- Contract, part-time and freelance roles are a common way back in; they turn into full-time offers often.
Exams and certifications
| Name | What it is for | When |
|---|---|---|
| Suryamitra skill programme (NISE) ↗ | Free solar PV technician training | After Class 10 or ITI |
| Apprenticeship (NAPS) ↗ | Paid on-the-job training | After ITI |
Exam names, eligibility and dates change. Always check the official website for this year's notice.
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Outlook
Very high demand from rooftop and utility solar schemes. Technicians who become supervisors or start installation businesses earn the most.
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