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MNRE Issues Operating Guidelines for INR 2,584.60 Cr Small Hydro Power Development Scheme

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched the INR 2,584.60 crore Small Hydro Power Development Scheme for FY27-FY31 to support the installation of around 1,500 MW of new small hydro capacity across India. The Scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet in March 2026, and now MNRE has also issued operational guidelines.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 16, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  388

MNRE Discontinues Vendor Undertaking for Repeated Solar Module, Inverter Serial Numbers

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has tightened compliance norms under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana by discontinuing the undertaking-based provision for repeated solar module and inverter serial numbers and mandating automated verification through the National Institute of Solar Energy’s integrated DCR portal system.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 13, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  694

MNRE Mandates 10-Year Product and 25-Year Performance Warranty for Solar Modules

MNRE has introduced a standardised warranty framework mandating a minimum 10-year product warranty covering defects in design, materials and workmanship, along with a 25-year limited power output warranty for solar PV modules, under its DRE schemes, including PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana and PM KUSUM Yojana.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 11, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1777

PIXON Secures ALMM Approval for 2.391 GW Solar Module Manufacturing Capacity

PIXON’s ALMM approval includes 1.646 GW of capacity for high-efficiency TOPCon modules, covering M10R and G12R formats, and 745 MW for Mono PERC modules.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 06, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi |  735

Solar Module Capacity Under ALMM Surpasses 193 GW in May 2026

MNRE has updated the ALMM List-I, adding 20,745 MW of module capacity in May 2026, taking the total enlisted capacity to 193,889 MW. Sudarshan Saur Shakti, Nav-Yug Solar and Silver Pumps and Motors are the new entrants. Waaree, Reliance Industries, Novasys Greenergy, Rayzon Solar, Luminous, PIXON Green Energy, Redren Energy have increased capacities.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 04, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1550

RenewSys India Enters ALMM List-II for Solar Cells

RenewSys India has entered the ALMM List-II for solar PV cells by adding 452 MW of Bifacial N-Type TOPCon Solar Cell capacity from its plant in Telangana. Total enlisted capacity in ALMM List-II has increased to 30,508 MW.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 04, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  742

MNRE Notifies Fee Structure for ALMM-Wind and Wind Turbine Components Inclusion

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has issued a circular specifying application fees of INR 3 lakh per model (with inspection) and INR 50,000 (document updation without inspection) for inclusion and updation under ALMM-Wind and ALMM-WTC.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | April 14, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  602

Reliance Industries Enters ALMM List-II for Solar Cells, Total Enlisted Capacity Crosses 30 GW

Reliance has entered the ALMM List-II for solar PV cells by adding 1,238 MW of HJT solar cell capacity, while Jupiter International has added 991 MW of Mono PERC capacity from its new plant in Himachal Pradesh. Websol has enhanced its capacity by 600 MW to reach 1,202 MW. Total enlisted capacity in ALMM List-II has increased to 30,056 MW.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | April 13, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1418

MNRE Waives NOC Requirement for Non-RE Charged ESS Power Sales

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has clarified that developers can sell electricity from energy storage systems charged by non-RE power in the open market without NOC requirements until the associated renewable project is commissioned, easing regulatory friction in FDRE projects.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | April 13, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  709

MNRE Allows Rooftop Solar Installation Without DCR Certificate Under PM Surya Ghar ‘Give It Up’ Option

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has allowed residential rooftop solar installations under PM Surya Ghar without a DCR certificate via the ‘Give It Up’ option, for consumers who opt out of CFA benefits.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | April 09, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  5826

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MNRE Proposes Amendment to ALMM Order to Introduce Wafer-level Compliance

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), through an office memorandum dated March 17, 2026 (Memorandum), has proposed amendments to the Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules (Requirements for Compulsory Registration)...

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | April 17, 2026 | By News Bureau

Going Solar in the Monsoons: Busting Myths About Seasonal Installation and Long-Term Gains

The monsoon season brings much-needed respite from the sweltering summer heat, but it also introduces hesitation among homeowners and businesses planning outdoor installations, particularly solar energy systems. The idea of installing solar panels du...

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | August 28, 2025 | By News Bureau

How Rooftop Solar Finance is Powering India’s MSME Growth

India’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of the nation’s economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and contributing nearly 30 percent to the GDP while employing over 110 million people.However, rising energy...

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | March 06, 2025 | By News Bureau |  348

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