Solar Panel Rebates in Victoria (2026)
Victoria residents can access federal STCs worth $2,500-$3,800 as a point-of-sale discount, plus Victoria-specific rebates. Here is everything available.
Federal Rebates
Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs)
All Australian households installing a new solar PV system under 100kW. Value varies by system size, climate zone, and STC spot price. Applied as point-of-sale discount by your installer.
Victoria State Rebates
Solar Victoria Rebate
Victorian homeowners with household income under $210,000. Property value under $3M. Must use Solar Victoria registered installer. One rebate per household. From 1 May 2026 the $1,400 component may be offered as an interest-free loan rather than a direct grant for some applicants.
Feed-in Tariff in Victoria
This is what you earn for electricity exported back to the grid. The rate varies by retailer. Shop around for the best deal.
With low feed-in tariffs in Victoria, maximising self-consumption is key. Consider a battery or shifting usage to daytime hours.