India Achieves 100 GW Solar Module Manufacturing Capacity Under ALMM Framework

India has crossed a historic renewable energy benchmark, reaching 100 gigawatts (GW) of solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing capacity enlisted under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM).

Announcing the achievement, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi highlighted the scale of the transformation.

“India has achieved a historic milestone — 100 GW Solar PV Module Manufacturing Capacity under the ALMM, a remarkable rise from just 2.3 GW in 2014! Driven by the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and transformative initiatives like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for High-Efficiency Solar Modules, we are building a robust, self-reliant solar manufacturing ecosystem. This strengthens our path towards Atmanirbhar Bharat and the target of 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030," Joshi said.

PM Modi hailed the development as "another milestone towards self reliance".

"This is yet another milestone towards self-reliance! It depicts the success of India's manufacturing capabilities and our efforts towards popularising clean energy," he said.

From 2.3 GW to 100 GW in a Decade

According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, the capacity surge has been driven by government policies such as the PLI Scheme for High-Efficiency Solar PV Modules and measures to ensure a level playing field for domestic manufacturers.

In 2014, India’s manufacturing capacity stood at just 2.3 GW; today, it exceeds 100 GW — a leap that positions India as a significant player in the global solar value chain and supports its pledge to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, as per the ministry.

ALMM’s Role in Scaling Capacity

The ALMM Order, issued by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) on 2 January 2019, aimed to ensure quality and reliability in solar PV modules used in government projects.

The first ALMM list, published in March 2021, featured 8.2 GW of capacity and 21 manufacturers.

Currently, the list includes 100 manufacturers operating 123 units, collectively crossing the 100 GW mark — a more than twelvefold growth in just over four years.

A Diverse and Competitive Industry

The milestone reflects contributions from both established companies and new entrants adopting advanced manufacturing technologies and vertically integrated operations.

This diversity has created a competitive domestic landscape capable of meeting national demand and expanding exports.

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