- India installed a record 37.9 GW of solar capacity in 2025.
- Policy support and faster project delivery lifted total renewable capacity to 258 GW.
India recorded a landmark year for renewable energy in 2025. The country deployed a record 37.9 GW of solar capacity during the year. It also added 6.3 GW of wind power between January and December. As a result, India achieved its highest annual additions of renewable energy to date.
When compared with calendar year 2024, solar installations increased by 54.7%. Wind capacity additions rose even faster, growing by 85.3%. Consequently, India strengthened its position as one of the world’s fastest-growing clean energy markets.
Data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy shows strong cumulative growth. By December 31, 2025, India’s total installed renewable energy capacity reached 258 GW. Solar power accounted for around 53% of this total.
Wind energy followed with a 21% share. Large hydropower contributed 20%. Bioenergy made up 4%, while small hydropower accounted for 2%. Therefore, solar energy remained central to India’s renewable transition.
Solar additions in 2025 came from several segments. Utility-scale solar installations reached 28.6 GW. This marked a year-on-year increase of 54.6%. Rooftop solar capacity rose to 7.9 GW. This represented a substantial 72% increase from the previous year. However, off-grid and distributed solar declined slightly. Capacity fell to 1.35 GW, down 8.8% from 2024. Despite this dip, overall solar deployment stayed robust and balanced.
The growth in utility-scale solar came mainly from delayed projects. Central and state agencies had previously awarded these projects. Developers accelerated construction to meet the deadline for the Interstate Transmission System waiver. As a result, installations rose sharply during the year. At the same time, the open-access segment played an important role. It contributed over 38% of total utility-scale solar additions.
Domestic manufacturing also supported expansion. By the end of 2025, solar module and cell capacity exceeded 200 GW. This reduced reliance on imports and improved supply security. Rooftop solar gained momentum in the second half of the year. Nearly 60% of installations occurred after the mid-year point. The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana largely drove this growth.
Overall, India’s renewable energy performance in 2025 reflects precise planning. It also highlights adequate policy support and rising industrial strength. Together, these factors provide a solid foundation for future clean energy development.