If you’ve been thinking about installing a home battery, you’ve probably noticed how confusing rebates and energy programs can be. You don’t want to miss out on savings, but you also don’t want to deal with fine print or waste time chasing unclear offers.
Tesla has initiated a new rebate for Powerwall energy systems, and we’re here to explain it.
At PSC Energy, we’ve seen offers come and go. This one is the real deal. When combined with the Cheaper Home Batteries Program and the federal rebate, you could cut down that payback period by quite a bit. We’re here to help you decide whether to take advantage of this new rebate.
In this article, you’ll learn about the following:
- What is Tesla Powerwall?
- How the Powerwall 3 Rebate Works
- How to Claim the Powerwall Rebate
- FAQ: Powerwall Rebate
By the end of this article, you’ll learn how to get up to $1,500 back when you install a Tesla Powerwall 3 or a Powerwall 3 Expansion. You’ll understand how the rebate works, how to qualify, and how to avoid missing out.
Let’s start with a quick recap of the Powerwall 3 itself.
What is Tesla Powerwall?
The Tesla Powerwall is a solar battery you can install at home to store electricity. It helps you save money, use more solar power, and keep your home running during blackouts. The latest model is called Powerwall 3. It’s stronger, smarter, and easier to install than earlier versions.
Here’s how it works:
- If you have solar panels, Powerwall 3 stores the extra energy your home doesn’t use during the day.
- That stored power can run your home at night or during cloudy weather.
- If you don’t have solar, it can charge from the grid when electricity is cheaper, like overnight.
- Then it powers your home during the day when electricity costs more.
Powerwall 3 also works as a backup when the power goes out. If the grid goes down, your Powerwall turns on in less than a second. It keeps essential things like your fridge, lights, and Wi-Fi running.
Some of the best parts of Powerwall 3 include:
- All-in-one design: The battery, inverter, and other components come in one box, making installation simpler.
- Works with or without solar: You don’t need to have solar panels to get the benefits.
- Fits many homes: It’s designed for everyday families who want more control over their power.
- Fast switchover during blackouts: It keeps your home running smoothly if the grid fails.
You can also add more storage if needed. Tesla makes a Powerwall 3 Expansion unit. It connects to your main Powerwall 3 and provides additional battery capacity without duplicating the parts you already have.
Both the Powerwall 3 and the Powerwall 3 Expansion count toward Tesla’s new rebate offer. This means you can save even more money when you install one or two units at your home.
Powerwall gives you more control over your electricity use. It lowers your bills, protects your home during blackouts, and helps you make better use of clean energy.
Now that you can get up to $1,500 back through the rebate, there’s even more reason to install one.
If you’d like to learn more about the price of a Powerwall 3, you might want to check out the following article titled, How Much Does a Tesla Powerwall 3 Cost?
How the Powerwall 3 Rebate Works
Tesla is offering a rebate for people who install Powerwall 3 or Powerwall 3 Expansion units in Australia. You can get $750 back per unit, up to a total of $1,500.
This means if you install one Powerwall 3, you’ll get $750. If you install two units (either two full Powerwalls or one Powerwall and one Expansion), you’ll get $1,500.
When You Need to Act
To qualify, you need to follow the exact order and installation dates:
- Order your Powerwall 3 between 6 November 2025 and 31 March 2026.
- Install, connect, and register your Powerwall between 1 January 2026 and 30 September 2026.
If you miss either of those deadlines, you won’t be eligible for the rebate.
Are You Eligible? Here’s What You Need to Do
To get the rebate, there are two parts: ordering and installing.
Ordering and Registration
- Order your Powerwall 3 or Powerwall 3 Expansion from a Tesla Certified Installer between 6 November 2025 and 31 March 2026.
- After ordering, visit the rebate portal and register for the rebate by 31 March 2026.
- You’ll need to upload your purchase order or contract and confirm your contact details.
Installation and Submission
- Install, connect, and register your Powerwall(s) between 1 January 2026 and 30 September 2026.
- After installation, return to the rebate portal to submit your final rebate request by 30 September 2026.
- Upload the required validation documents to the Tesla rebate portal.
You can only get the rebate for up to two Powerwall units per Tesla account and address.
If you’re interested in learning a bit more about solar and battery rebates in NSW, Australia, you might want to check out the following article titled, Ultimate Guide to Australia’s 2025 Solar Rebate and Battery Rebate: Federal and NSW Rebate for Solar.
How to Claim the Powerwall Rebate
Tesla has made the rebate process digital, but there are a few steps you must follow.
- First, after ordering your Powerwall from a Tesla Certified Installer, go straight to the rebate portal and click “Register my Rebate.” Don’t wait. You need to do this before 31 March 2026.
- Next, once your Powerwall is installed and connected to the internet, go back to the portal. Use the login details from your registration, then follow the prompts to upload your documents and submit the rebate request.
- After Tesla reviews your request, you’ll receive your rebate by email. This can take up to eight weeks after approval.
You cannot complete this process through the Tesla app. You must use the rebate portal for both registration and final submission.
What If Something Goes Wrong?
If your installation happens after 30 September 2026, you won’t qualify for the rebate, even if you ordered in time. The same is true if your Powerwall is installed but not connected and registered by the deadline.
Delays can cost you the rebate, so make sure your installer knows the timeline.
If your Powerwall is already installed but you didn’t order during the rebate period, you also won’t qualify. This offer only applies to new orders placed between 6 November 2025 and 31 March 2026.
Can I Combine This Rebate with Other Offers?
Yes. You can use this rebate alongside other rebates and programs, like state incentives or electricity provider offers. For example, if you’re eligible for the Cheaper Home Battery Program or a local solar battery rebate, you can stack those savings.
This makes the Powerwall 3 one of the most cost-effective batteries you can buy in 2026.
If you’re interested in learning a bit more about the VPP portion of the battery rebate, you might want to check out the following article titled, NSW Battery VPP Rebate Explained: What You Need to Know.
Wrapping Things Up: Don’t Wait. Rebate.
The Powerwall 3 rebate gives you up to $1,500 in savings, but only for a limited time. The timeline is strict. If you miss a deadline, you miss the rebate.
This is also a good time to act because energy costs are rising, and more homes are switching to solar and battery systems. Adding a Powerwall 3 helps protect you from high-peak prices and outages, and the rebate makes that upgrade more affordable.
To get started, reach out to a Tesla-certified installer like PSC Energy. We can help you check your eligibility, place your order, and make sure your installation is completed on time.
Don’t wait until the last minute. The sooner you act, the more likely you are to qualify and avoid delays. Reach out and get your quote today and lock in up to $1,500 in rebates on your Powerwall 3.
If you’re interested in learning a bit more about the federal solar battery rebate, also known as the Federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program, you might want to check out the following article titled, What the 2025 Federal Election and the Government Rebate Means for Solar Batteries in Australia.
FAQ: Powerwall Rebate
How do I get the Tesla Powerwall 3 rebate in Australia?
To get the rebate, you need to buy and install a Powerwall 3 or Powerwall 3 Expansion unit within the rebate period.
- Order your Powerwall 3 or Expansion from a Tesla Certified Installer between 6 November 2025 and 31 March 2026.
- Register for the rebate using the rebate portal before 31 March 2026.
- Then install, connect, and register your Powerwall between 1 January 2026 and 30 September 2026.
- After installation, go back to the portal and submit your final rebate request by 30 September 2026.
Once approved, Tesla will email you a Virtual Visa® Reward Card.
How much can I get from the Tesla Powerwall rebate?
You can receive $750 per Powerwall 3 or Powerwall 3 Expansion, up to $1,500 total per Tesla Account and installation address. If you install one Powerwall, you get $750. If you install two units (either two full Powerwalls or one Powerwall and one Expansion), you get $1,500.
What is the deadline to order a Powerwall 3 for the rebate?
You must place your order between 6 November 2025 and 31 March 2026 to qualify for the rebate. Orders outside of these dates are not eligible.
What is the deadline to install a Powerwall 3 to qualify for the rebate?
You must have your Powerwall installed, connected to the internet, and registered by 30 September 2026. If any of these steps happen after that date, you will not qualify for the rebate.
Who qualifies for the Tesla Powerwall 3 rebate?
To qualify for the rebate, you must live in Australia and order a Powerwall 3 or Expansion between 6 November 2025 and 31 March 2026 through a Tesla Certified Installer. You must register for the rebate through the official rebate portal by 31 March 2026. Your Powerwall must then be installed, connected, and registered by 30 September 2026. You also need to submit your final rebate request through the portal by 30 September 2026.
Can I get the rebate if I already installed a Powerwall?
No. The rebate only applies to Powerwalls ordered between 6 November 2025 and 31 March 2026 and installed between 1 January 2026 and 30 September 2026. If you installed your Powerwall before these dates, you are not eligible for the rebate.
How do I register for the Powerwall rebate?
After placing your order, go to the rebate portal and click “Register my Rebate.” You will need to upload your purchase order or contract and confirm your contact details. This must be done by 31 March 2026. After your Powerwall is installed and connected, return to the portal and complete the final step to submit your rebate request before 30 September 2026.
How do I submit the Powerwall rebate after installation?
Sign in to the rebate portal using the information from your original registration. Upload the required documents, including proof that your Powerwall is installed, connected, and registered. Submit your request before 30 September 2026. Once approved, Tesla will email your Virtual Visa® Reward Card.
How will I receive the Powerwall rebate?
After you submit your request through the rebate portal and Tesla approves it, they will send you a Virtual Visa® Reward Card to your email. This process may take up to eight weeks from the time of approval.
Can I submit my Powerwall rebate through the Tesla app?
No. The rebate cannot be submitted through the Tesla app. You must use the rebate portal to register, upload documents, and submit your rebate request.
Who needs to submit the Powerwall rebate details?
The person who ordered the Powerwall and is listed on the Tesla Account must submit the rebate details. This includes confirming the installation address and uploading documents like the Gateway serial number and proof of installation.
What if my installation is delayed past the deadline?
If your Powerwall is installed after 30 September 2026, or if it is not connected and registered by that date, you will not receive the rebate. All deadlines must be met to qualify. Delays beyond these dates will disqualify you from the rebate.
Can I combine this rebate with other government or energy provider offers?
Yes. You can use the Tesla rebate with other rebates or incentives, including local and regional programs such as the Cheaper Home Battery Program or solar battery rebates from your electricity provider. This can help increase your total savings.
