Why Must Applicants Appoint a SEDA Registered PV Service Provider?
Solar ATAP applicants must appoint a SEDA Malaysia Registered PV Service Provider, commonly called an RPVSP, because the programme requires a recognised solar service provider to prepare, coordinate and submit key technical and application information. The RPVSP also supports the project through technical assessment, system design, installation, testing, commissioning, metering and commercial-operation procedures.
Why Does Solar ATAP Require Applicants to Appoint an RPVSP?
A grid-connected solar application involves more than purchasing panels. It requires a proposed system capacity, electrical design, connection assessment, supporting drawings, application data, qualified endorsements, installation records, meter procedures and testing information.
The RPVSP acts as the main solar-project coordinator responsible for organising these elements and presenting the application through the official Solar ATAP process.
Structured Application
The provider prepares the project information in the format required for Solar ATAP verification.
Technical Coordination
The provider coordinates the system design, technical endorsements and required connection studies.
Regulatory Traceability
The application identifies the SEDA-registered company responsible for the proposed solar service.
Project Continuity
The same provider can coordinate the project from application through installation and commercial operation.
What Is a SEDA Registered PV Service Provider?
An RPVSP is a photovoltaic service company listed in SEDA Malaysia’s Registered PV Service Provider directory for the applicable registration period.
The application form records the RPVSP’s company name, business registration information, SEDA registration status, registration certificate number, office address and contact information. It also identifies relevant electrical-contractor and qualified-person details where applicable.
What Does the RPVSP Do before the Solar ATAP Application?
- Reviews the applicant’s electricity account
- Checks the domestic or non-domestic tariff category
- Confirms the supply-voltage level
- Reviews single-phase or three-phase supply
- Reviews Maximum Demand where applicable
- Assesses recent electricity consumption
- Reviews daytime electricity usage
- Assesses available roof or installation space
- Checks the proposed point of interconnection
- Proposes an appropriate solar capacity
- Selects proposed solar modules and inverters
- Prepares preliminary electrical design information
- Identifies whether a technical study is required
- Coordinates required qualified persons
- Prepares a proposed work plan
- Collects applicant and ownership documents
Which Solar ATAP Documents Does the RPVSP Help Prepare?
| Document or Information | General Purpose | Typical Coordination |
|---|---|---|
| Applicant Profile | Identifies the registered consumer or organisation | Applicant and RPVSP |
| Project Information | Describes the site, electricity account and proposed project | RPVSP |
| Technical Information | States the proposed modules, inverter, capacity and system details | RPVSP and relevant technical party |
| Proposed Work Plan | Sets out the expected project implementation stages | RPVSP |
| Identity or Registration Documents | Supports ownership and applicant verification | Applicant |
| Latest Electricity Bill | Supports account, tariff and consumption verification | Applicant |
| Single-Line Diagram | Shows the proposed electrical-system arrangement | RPVSP with the required competent and qualified persons |
| Structural or C&S Drawing | Supports the proposed physical solar installation | RPVSP and relevant qualified professional |
| CCC, CAS or PSS Approval | Confirms the applicable connection assessment before submission | RPVSP, utility and appointed technical party |
Why Does the RPVSP Coordinate Technical Studies?
Some proposed Solar ATAP capacities require a technical assessment before the application can proceed. The applicable study depends on the consumer category, supply type, installed capacity and voltage level.
| Project Situation | Technical Requirement | Published Study Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic single phase above 5 kW | Connection Confirmation Check | RM1,000 |
| Domestic three phase above 15 kW | Connection Confirmation Check | RM1,000 |
| Non-domestic from 1 kW to 72 kW | No CAS listed under the standard workflow table | No study fee listed |
| Non-domestic above 72 kW to 180 kW | Connection Assessment Study | RM1,000 |
| Non-domestic above 180 kW to 425 kW | Connection Assessment Study | RM5,000 |
| Non-domestic above 425 kW to 1 MW | Connection Assessment Study | RM8,000 |
| High-voltage connection | Power System Study | RM15,000 |
What Is the RPVSP’s Role in the eATAP Submission?
Check Eligibility
The applicant and provider review the electricity account, tariff, existing solar registration and project category.
Confirm Capacity
The proposed system is checked against the domestic limit or non-domestic Maximum Demand and 1 MW limit.
Complete Studies
The required CCC, CAS or PSS is coordinated before submission where applicable.
Prepare Documents
Applicant, project, technical, drawing and work-plan information is compiled.
Submit through eATAP
The application is entered through SEDA Malaysia’s Solar ATAP online system.
Respond to Verification
The provider updates incomplete information or responds to application queries where required.
What Does the RPVSP Do after Solar ATAP Approval?
The RPVSP’s role does not normally end when the e-certificate is issued. The approved project must still be installed, tested, commissioned and connected under the applicable procedures.
- Confirms that approval conditions are understood
- Finalises the approved system design
- Coordinates procurement of approved equipment
- Schedules installation work
- Coordinates electrical installation
- Coordinates structural installation
- Ensures required labels and protection are installed
- Coordinates testing and commissioning
- Prepares commissioning records
- Coordinates applicable licensing procedures
- Requests the bi-directional meter process
- Submits the Solar ATAP contract where required
- Coordinates meter inspection or replacement
- Supports confirmation of commercial operation
- Updates the eATAP process where required
- Provides project handover documents
Does the RPVSP Replace Other Qualified Professionals?
No. The RPVSP coordinates the solar project, but other registered or qualified parties may still be required depending on the system size, voltage, structure and licensing requirements.
| Party | General Role |
|---|---|
| RPVSP | Coordinates the Solar ATAP application and solar-project delivery |
| Competent Person | Performs or endorses electrical duties within the applicable competency and legal scope |
| Qualified Person | Provides the applicable professional or technical endorsement |
| Wireman | Performs applicable electrical work for systems within the permitted competency scope |
| Professional Engineer | Supports engineering design and endorsement where required, including larger projects |
| Structural or C&S Professional | Reviews or endorses relevant structural installation drawings |
| TNB | Handles applicable connection assessment, contract, meter and electricity-billing procedures |
| SEDA Malaysia | Implements the Solar ATAP application process and issues the relevant e-certificate |
| Energy Commission | Provides the regulatory framework and applicable licensing or exemption procedures |
What Does SEDA Registration Not Guarantee?
- Automatic Solar ATAP approval
- Approval of the full proposed capacity
- The lowest market price
- The highest possible electricity savings
- A specific payback period
- Flawless installation workmanship
- Zero roof-leak risk
- Zero equipment failure
- Manufacturer warranty approval
- Free labour for every warranty claim
- Unlimited O&M support
- Permanent registration status
- Long-term company financial stability
- Immediate response to every service request
- Suitability of every proposed equipment brand
- Accuracy of unsupported sales promises
How Can Applicants Verify an RPVSP?
Check the SEDA Directory
Search the current Registered PV Service Provider directory on SEDA Malaysia’s official website.
Match the Legal Company Name
Confirm that the proposal and invoice use the same legal entity shown in the directory.
Check the Registration Period
Confirm that the provider’s registration is current for the relevant application period.
Request the Certificate Number
Ask the provider to state its applicable RPVSP registration details in the proposal or application records.
Verify Technical Parties
Check the electrical contractor, competent person, wireman or engineer assigned to the project.
Use the Correct Contracting Entity
Avoid paying an unrelated entity that does not match the quoted, registered or contracted provider.
Registered Provider vs Unregistered Solar Seller
| Comparison Item | SEDA-Listed RPVSP | Unregistered Seller or Referral Agent |
|---|---|---|
| SEDA Directory Listing | Should appear in the applicable current directory | May not appear |
| Solar ATAP Application Role | Can be identified as the RPVSP in the application process | May need to pass the project to another company |
| Application Accountability | Named company details can be recorded in the application | Responsibility may be unclear |
| Technical Coordination | Expected to coordinate relevant design, documents and technical parties | May only provide sales or referral services |
| Contracting Risk | Still requires complete commercial and technical due diligence | Additional risk if the actual installer is not disclosed |
| Registration Guarantee | Registration does not guarantee price, quality or approval | No RPVSP registration assurance |
How Should Applicants Compare Registered PV Service Providers?
- Current SEDA RPVSP directory status
- Exact legal contracting entity
- SSM company details
- Years of solar-project experience
- Residential or commercial project experience
- Experience with the proposed system capacity
- Assigned competent person or engineer
- Electrical-contractor registration
- Solar module brand and model
- Inverter brand and model
- Mounting-system specifications
- Roof-waterproofing method
- Generation-estimation assumptions
- Self-consumption and export assumptions
- Workmanship-warranty period
- Product and performance warranties
- Labour coverage for warranty claims
- Monitoring and O&M support
- Application and technical fees
- Payment milestones
What Is the Difference between Solar100 and an RPVSP?
| Solar100 | Registered PV Service Provider |
|---|---|
| Explains the general Solar ATAP provider requirement | Checks the applicant’s project-specific eligibility |
| Helps users discover and compare participating providers | Designs and prices the proposed solar system |
| Highlights documents and questions to review | Prepares project and technical information |
| Does not prepare official engineering drawings | Coordinates drawings and endorsements with qualified parties |
| Does not submit the official eATAP application | Submits and manages the applicable eATAP application |
| Does not install or commission the system | Performs or coordinates installation and commissioning |
| Does not issue Solar ATAP approval | Supports the application but cannot guarantee approval |
| Does not provide the installer’s warranty | Provides contractual responsibilities and workmanship terms |
What Should Applicants Ask before Appointing an RPVSP?
- Is your company currently listed in SEDA’s RPVSP directory?
- What is the exact legal company name in the directory?
- What is your current RPVSP registration number?
- Which company will sign my installation contract?
- Which company will issue the invoice?
- Which company will submit the eATAP application?
- Who is the assigned competent person?
- Who is the assigned wireman or professional engineer?
- Which registered electrical contractor will perform the work?
- Does my capacity require a CCC, CAS or PSS?
- Who pays the technical-study fee?
- Is the RM7.50 per kW application fee included?
- Which application documents are included?
- Who prepares and endorses the single-line diagram?
- Who prepares the structural drawing?
- What happens if the approved capacity is lower?
- Who coordinates the Solar ATAP contract?
- Who coordinates the bi-directional meter?
- Who performs testing and commissioning?
- What workmanship and O&M support is provided?
What Should Be Prepared before Contacting an RPVSP?
- Recent TNB electricity bills
- TNB account number
- Registered account-holder details
- Property address
- Applicant’s MyKad or company information
- Domestic or non-domestic tariff category
- Single-phase or three-phase supply
- Supply-voltage level
- Maximum Demand records, where applicable
- Monthly electricity consumption
- Daytime load information
- Operating hours
- Roof photographs
- Roof dimensions
- Main switchboard photographs
- Existing meter photographs
- Existing solar registration, if any
- Future electricity-demand plans
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an RPVSP required for a Solar ATAP application?
Yes. The official domestic and non-domestic Solar ATAP workflows require the applicant to appoint a Registered PV Service Provider.
Where can applicants find an RPVSP?
Applicants should check the current Registered PV Service Provider directory on SEDA Malaysia’s official website.
Does the RPVSP submit the eATAP application?
The RPVSP generally prepares and coordinates the required information and submits the application through the eATAP system.
Does an RPVSP guarantee Solar ATAP approval?
No. Approval depends on eligibility, complete documentation, technical requirements, connection assessment and official verification.
Can any solar salesperson act as the RPVSP?
No. The company identified as the RPVSP should match the applicable company listed in SEDA Malaysia’s current directory.
Does SEDA registration guarantee good workmanship?
No. Registration is an important verification point, but applicants must still evaluate the provider’s design, contract, track record, workmanship warranty and after-sales support.
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