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MNRE issues first revision of ALMM List-II for solar PV cells
By September 24, 2025October 28, 2025

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released the first revision of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) List-II for solar PV cells, along with a set of frequently asked questions (FAQs) to clarify its implementation. Both documents were issued on 23 September 2025. The revision adds two manufacturers to List-II, which was first published on 31 July 2025. TP Solar Ltd., based in Tamil Nadu, has been included for two…

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MNRE clarifies ALMM exemption for certain government solar projects
By August 13, 2025August 13, 2025

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued a clarification on the applicability of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for government solar projects. In its memorandum dated August 12, 2025, the ministry addressed queries on whether government projects under Net Metering, Behind-the-Meter, and Open Access mechanisms are exempt from using solar PV cells listed in ALMM List-II, if their bid submissions were made before the cut-off date of August 31,…

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MNRE includes solar PV cells in ALMM framework
By December 11, 2024December 11, 2024

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced the inclusion of solar PV cells in a newly introduced List-II under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM), set to take effect from June 1, 2026. This amendment expands the ALMM framework, which previously only covered solar modules. With the addition of solar cells to ALMM, projects that require the use of ALMM-enlisted solar modules from List-I will now also need to ensure…

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MNRE proposes ALMM expansion to include solar PV cells, raising concerns over cost and supply
By November 4, 2024November 4, 2024

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has proposed adding solar photovoltaic (PV) cells to its Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM), with implementation expected by April 2026. This new category, termed “ALMM List-II,” would mandate that all ALMM-compliant solar projects source cells from certified domestic manufacturers. Experts caution that this move could increase tariffs by 40-50 paise per unit, affecting project costs, timelines, and India’s renewable energy targets. Industry leaders, including AMPIN…

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