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GK Energy to Procure 875 MW of DCR Solar PV Cells for Projects Across India

GK Energy has signed an agreement with a domestic manufacturer to procure 875 MW of DCR solar PV cells, comprising 450 MW of Mono PERC and 425 MW of TOPCon cells, to support its solar projects across India.

Domestic Content Requirement | November 07, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 391

MNRE Proposes to Extend ALMM to Solar Wafers from June 1, 2028

MNRE has issued a draft amendment to extend the ALMM framework to solar wafers from June 1, 2028, aiming to strengthen India’s domestic ingot-to-module value chain and cut import dependence. Stakeholders can submit comments and suggestions by October 11, 2025.

Domestic Content Requirement | September 13, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2258

MNRE Mandates Registration of Domestic Solar PV Modules and Cells for DCR Verification

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has updated the ALMM order, mandating that all domestically manufactured solar PV cells and modules be listed on the DCR Verification Portal managed by the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) for enhanced traceability and compliance with Domestic Content Requirement (DCR) standards.

Domestic Content Requirement | November 11, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2412

Gujarat Waives DCR for Solar Projects Up to 5 MW, Allows Procurement Without Competitive Bidding

Gujarat has introduced a policy allowing Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL) and Discoms to procure renewable power without competitive bidding from small-scale solar (up to 5 MW) and wind (under 10 MW) projects. It also makes domestic content requirement non mandatory.

Domestic Content Requirement | November 07, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 6203

India’s Rooftop Solar Sector Grows Under PMSGY Amid Challenges- IEEFA

India’s rooftop solar sector is expanding through the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana (PMSGY). However, persistent challenges like domestic panel shortages, technical glitches, and regulatory complexities continue to slow the sector's broader adoption and growth potential.

Domestic Content Requirement | October 16, 2024 | By EI News Network | 2023

10 Years of Make in India: Solar PV Module Manufacturing Capacity Surges to 67 GW from 2.3 GW

India’s solar PV module manufacturing capacity has increased to 67 GW from a mere 2.3 GW in 10 years since the Make in India initiative was launched. Another 48 GW is in the pipeline, as the government continues to incentivise domestic production of solar panel components.

Domestic Content Requirement | September 26, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1848

MNRE Releases Strict Penalties for Violating Domestic Content Requirement in Solar Power Projects

In a move to bolster the domestic manufacturing of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells and modules, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in India has notified penalties for violations of the Domestic Content Requirement (DCR) under its solar PV power projects.

Domestic Content Requirement | October 17, 2023 | By News Bureau | 2941