India’s total installed power generation capacity reached around 560 GW in October 2026, more than doubling from 249 GW in 2014. Non-fossil fuel sources now account for 55% of the country’s installed capacity. Solar power has emerged as the largest renewable energy segment, with installed capacity reaching nearly 175 GW, supported by rapid expansion of rooftop solar and large-scale renewable projects.
New Delhi, Nov 13: India’s total installed power generation capacity has increased to around 560 GW in October 2026, more than doubling from 249 GW in 2014, according to an official factsheet.
The country’s energy mix is also undergoing a significant transformation, with non-fossil fuel sources accounting for 55% of total installed power capacity.
India had 308 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity as of July 31, 2026, making it the world’s third-largest country in terms of installed renewable energy capacity.
The country attracted investments of USD 63.7 billion in the renewable energy sector between July 2024 and June 2026, reflecting growing investment in clean energy infrastructure.
Solar energy has emerged as the largest component of India’s renewable energy capacity. Installed solar power capacity reached nearly 175 GW as of October 31, 2026, compared with just 2.8 GW in 2014.
India added more than 37 GW of solar capacity in 2025, becoming the world’s second-largest solar growth market that year. This was higher than the 34 GW added by the United States.
The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, launched in February 2024 with an outlay of Rs 75,021 crore, aims to install rooftop solar systems in one crore households.
As of November 2, 2026:
The programme is aimed at expanding household-level solar generation and reducing dependence on conventional electricity sources.
The government approved the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY) on July 31, 2026, with a financial outlay of Rs 5,070 crore.
The scheme seeks to expand India’s solar energy development through floating solar photovoltaic projects integrated with energy storage systems.
It targets the development of 5,000 MW of floating solar PV projects, adding another dimension to the country’s renewable energy expansion.
India’s wind energy sector also recorded significant progress during FY26.
The country added 6.05 GW of wind power capacity in FY26, its highest-ever annual addition. This was 46% higher than the capacity added in FY25.
The expansion of wind power is contributing to the diversification of India’s renewable energy mix and strengthening its clean electricity generation capacity.
India’s bio-power capacity stood at 11.75 GW as of October 29, 2026.
The compressed biogas (CBG) ecosystem is also expanding, with 839 CBG plants registered as of November 2, 2026.
To strengthen small hydro power development, the government approved the Small Hydro Power (SHP) Development Scheme in March 2026 for the period FY27 to FY31.
The scheme has an outlay of Rs 2,584.60 crore and aims to add approximately 1,500 MW of small hydro capacity through projects ranging from 1 MW to 25 MW.
It particularly supports projects in hilly and North-Eastern regions, where small hydro installations can contribute to local power generation.
India’s clean energy expansion is being supported by domestic manufacturing, energy storage and emerging technologies.
Alongside solar, wind, hydro and bio-energy, the government is focusing on technologies such as green hydrogen and geothermal energy to diversify the country’s future energy system.
The broader strategy aims to strengthen energy security while increasing the share of renewable and other non-fossil sources in India’s power generation capacity.
India’s installed power capacity reaching 560 GW marks a major expansion of the country’s electricity infrastructure since 2014. With non-fossil sources accounting for 55% of installed capacity, rapid solar growth, record wind additions and new support for floating solar and small hydro projects, India is continuing to diversify its energy mix and strengthen its clean energy ecosystem.

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