MNRE Issues First Revision to ALMM List-II for Solar PV Cells

The updated list includes new additions of models and manufacturers of solar PV cells that are approved for use in government and government-assisted solar projects in India.

Key Details from the First Revision (September 23, 2025)

The latest revision introduces new entrants and models, expanding the approved domestic capacity for solar PV cells.

S. No.Name of the ManufacturerLocation of Manufacturing FacilityType of Solar Cell Enlisted ModelsCapacity (MWs / Year)Average Efficiency (%)Validity
1M/s. TP Solar Ltd.Sipcot Industrial Park, Gangaikondan Industrial Park, Tirunelveli, Tamil NaduMono Crystalline PERC Bifacial Solar cell (182.2 mm × 182.2 mm, 10 bus bar, PID free)448023.30%23.09.2025 – 22.09.2029
2M/s Tata Power Renewable Energy LimitedElectronic City, 2nd Stage, Bangalore, KarnatakaBifacial Mono c-Si PERC Cells (182mm × 182 mm, 10 Busbar, PID Free)28022.89%23.09.2025 – 22.09.2029

The listed models and capacities indicate a continued focus on Mono Crystalline technology, specifically PERC (Passivated Emitter Rear Cell) and TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) bifacial solar cells.

Overview of the Initial List (July 31, 2025)

The initial ALMM List-II, published on July 31, 2025, included the following domestic manufacturers:

S. No.Name of the ManufacturerLocation of Manufacturing FacilityType of Solar Cell Enlisted ModelsCapacity (MWs / Year)Average Efficiency (%)Validity
1M/s Emmvee Energy Pvt. Ltd.Sompura Industrial Area, Bangalore (Rural), KarnatakaBifacial N-Type TOPCon Cell155324.62%31.07.2025 – 30.07.2029
2M/s Premier Energies Photovoltaic Pvt LtdFab City, Ranga Reddy District, TelanganaBifacial Mono c-Si PERC Cells75123.24%31.07.2025 – 30.07.2029
3M/s Premier Energies International Pvt LtdFab City, Ranga Reddy District, TelanganaBifacial Mono c-Si PERC Cells117423.24%31.07.2025 – 30.07.2029
4M/s. Mundra Solar Energy LimitedMundra, Kachchh, GujaratBifacial Mono c-Si PERC Cells193923.35%31.07.2025 – 30.07.2029
5M/s. Mundra Solar PV LimitedMundra, Kachchh, GujaratBifacial N Type TOPCon Cells176625.27%31.07.2025 – 30.07.2029
6M/s ReNew Photovoltaics Pvt LtdDholera SIR, Ahmedabad, GujaratBifacial Mono c-Si PERC Cells189323.43%31.07.2025 – 30.07.2029
7M/s. Jupiter International Limited (Unit 1)Baddi, District Solan, Himachal PradeshMono PERC Bifacial Solar Cell33923.10%31.07.2025 – 30.07.2029
8M/s. Jupiter International Limited (Unit 2)Baddi, District Solan, Himachal PradeshMono PERC Bifacial Solar Cell44023.10%31.07.2025 – 30.07.2029
9M/s. FS India Solar Ventures Private LimitedSipcot Industrial Park, Pillaipakkam, Tamil NaduDeemed Eligible for Inclusion*321223.10%31.07.2025 – 28.04.2028

Note: M/s. FS India Solar Ventures Private Limited is deemed eligible as per a clause in the O.M. dated 09.12.2024, given its enlistment in ALMM List-I for solar PV modules.

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