India shatters green energy records with historic 44.5 GW renewable surge
Total capacity now stands at 254 GW, reinforcing India's status as a global green superpower with highly competitive tariffs and a substantial pipeline for future growth.
The year 2025 has officially etched its name in the history books of global energy. India’s renewable energy sector has achieved a monumental milestone, adding a staggering 44.5 GW of new capacity in just the first 11 months of the year.
This performance completely eclipses the 28.7 GW added in 2024, signalling that India’s transition to clean power is now moving at warp speed.
The solar juggernaut
Unsurprisingly, the sun remains India’s primary power source. Of the total additions, solar power accounted for 35 GW, a massive jump from the 25 GW added last year. The breakdown of solar growth reveals a diversifying market.
Utility-Scale (Ground-mounted): 26 GW
Rooftop Solar: 7 GW (showing a strong surge in residential and commercial adoption)
Hybrid & Off-grid: 2 GW
Top performing states
Rajasthan continues to lead the pack with a massive 36 GW of installed capacity, followed by Gujarat (25 GW), Maharashtra (17 GW), and Tamil Nadu (12 GW).
The wind revival and total capacity
2025 also marked the "strong revival" of the wind sector, which contributed 6 GW of new capacity, the highest addition in recent years.
As of November 30, 2025, India’s total installed renewable energy capacity stands at a formidable 254 GW, composed of Solar 133 GW, Wind 54 GW, Large Hydro 50 GW, Bioenergy 11 GW and Small Hydro 5 GW.
Cheaper than ever
The shift isn't just environmental; it's economic. According to IEEFA, utility-scale solar tariffs remain incredibly competitive, sitting between Rs 2.44 and Rs 2.55 per kWh (29–31 per MWh). With another 135 GW already in the pipeline (tendering or implementation phases), India is well-positioned to maintain its status as a global green superpower.