DSM regulations 2024

Regulatory Updates

CERC sets phased X-factor reduction for RE deviation, keeps FY27 unchanged
By April 2, 2026April 2, 2026

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has finalised a phased reduction trajectory for the “X” parameter used to compute deviation percentages for wind and solar generators, introducing differentiated timelines for the two technologies while retaining the existing methodology for FY 2026–27. The order, dated March 31, 2026, resolves a key issue left open under the CERC (Deviation Settlement Mechanism and Related Matters) Regulations, 2024, how to transition the deviation formula denominator from available capacity to…

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CERC proposes DSM-linked congestion charge framework
By March 18, 2026March 18, 2026

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has proposed revising the congestion charge framework for inter-state electricity transmission, replacing the flat rate in place since March 2010. The proposal was issued in an order dated March 13, 2026 (Petition No. 1/SM/2026), with stakeholder comments invited by April 6, 2026. Proposed mechanism CERC has proposed linking congestion charges to the Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) Regulations, 2024, which replaced the earlier Unscheduled Interchange (UI) framework. Under the proposal,…

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