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Govt Notifies New Minimum Efficiency Standards for Solar Inverters, Effective January 2026

The Ministry of Power has introduced new minimum efficiency standards for grid-connected solar inverters up to 100 kW, applicable to all units manufactured or imported in India from January 2026 to December 2027. Manufacturers must display an endorsement label based on the overall efficiency matrix on the grid-connected solar inverter.

Ministry Of Power Notification | November 14, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 790

Ministry of Power Allows States to Develop Standalone BESS with 4-Hour 1-Cycle Configuration

The Ministry of Power has revised its guidelines to allow states to set up standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) projects under viability gap funding with flexible two-hour or four-hour configurations, aiming to enhance grid flexibility and renewable integration.

Ministry Of Power Notification | October 03, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1632

Ministry of Power Notifies Rules to Expand Energy Storage Systems Ownership and Usage

The Ministry of Power has amended Rule 18 of the Electricity Rules, 2005, formally recognising Energy Storage Systems (ESS) as independent infrastructure assets, opening the door for wider ownership, flexible business models, and a competitive storage market in India.

Ministry Of Power Notification | September 22, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2082

Govt. Backs Pumped Storage Expansion, Relaxes CEA Approval Norms for Select Projects

The government has exempted off-stream closed-loop pumped storage projects from mandatory CEA approval, while hydro schemes above INR 3,000 crore will still require scrutiny, balancing energy transition needs with dam safety compliance.

Ministry Of Power Notification | August 19, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1448

MoP Dissolves URET Central Pools to Fast-Track Renewable Projects

MoP has dissolved the Solar and Solar-Wind Hybrid Central Pools under URET, enabling direct PPAs and addressing tariff uncertainty to accelerate signing of pending renewable energy projects across India.

Ministry Of Power Notification | August 08, 2025 | By EI News Network | 725

Govt Tightens VGF Norms for BESS Projects; Mandates Indigenous EMS, Bans Refurbished Cells

The Ministry of Power has revised the guidelines for the second tranche of the VGF scheme for battery energy storage systems, mandating indigenous EMS software and prohibiting refurbished battery cells to ensure higher quality standards.

Ministry Of Power Notification | August 05, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2078

Ministry of Power Conceives 'India Energy Stack' to Build Digital Backbone for India's Power Sector

The Ministry of Power has launched a dedicated task force to develop the India Energy Stack, a transformative Digital Public Infrastructure aimed at unifying and modernising India’s power sector through secure, interoperable, and consumer-centric digital systems.

Ministry Of Power Notification | June 30, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1230

Govt Notifies Operational Guidelines for Designating Renewable Energy Implementing Agencies

The Ministry of Power has issued fresh guidelines to formalise the designation of Renewable Energy Implementing Agencies (REIAs), aiming to streamline power procurement and accelerate India’s clean energy deployment under the TBCB mechanism. SECI, NTPC, NHPC and SJVN will continue to remain REIAs.

Ministry Of Power Notification | June 30, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1168

Ministry of Power Proposes to Amend Rule 18 of Electricity Rules 2005 for Energy Storage Systems

The Ministry of Power has released draft amendments to Rule 18 of the Electricity Rules, 2005, proposing a regulatory framework which states that Energy Storage Systems (ESS) can be utilised either as independent energy storage system or as part of generation, transmission, or distribution.

Ministry Of Power Notification | June 12, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1926

100 Percent ISTS-charge Waiver for Co-located BESS Projects Commissioned Before June 30, 2028

The Ministry of Power has amended the ISTS charges waiver policy, granting 100 percent exemption for Hydro PSP and co-located BESS projects commissioned or awarded by June 30, 2028, under specified conditions.

Ministry Of Power Notification | June 10, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1482