// All postsENERGY · 2026-10-05 · 2 min read
AEDB Net-Metering Certification for Solar Installers: V1, V2 and V3 Explained
Why net-metering connections need an AEDB certificate, how the V-categories work, and what the application pack needs.
01Who needs it
- Owners installing a solar system that needs AEDB net-metering certification
- Installers and firms whose client or procuring agency has asked for an AEDB certificate
02The V-categories
AEDB certification comes in V1, V2 and V3 categories. Choosing the wrong one is the usual reason a connection is held up, so confirm which applies to your installations before filing.
03The application pack
- CNIC of the owner
- NTN certificate
- Proof of business premises
04The steps
- 01Confirm which AEDB category applies — V1, V2 or V3
- 02Assemble the application pack the certifying body will accept
- 03File the certification and follow it through to issue
Requirements are set by AEDB. Confirm the current rules with the certifying body before applying.
FAQ
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Ask on WhatsAppIt depends on your installations. Confirm V1, V2 or V3 before filing — the wrong category holds up the connection.
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