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India installed a record 36.6 GW of solar in 2025, led by large-scale projects

Reporting citing Mercom India says India installed 36.6 GW of solar capacity in 2025, nearly 43% higher than 2024’s 25.6 GW. Large-scale projects accounted for about 81% of additions (rooftop about 19%). Mercom India also reported 9.9 GW installed in Q4 2025, including 7.6 GW of large-scale capacity.

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India installs record 36.6 GW of solar in 2025
pv magazine International · News · pv-magazine.com · 2026-02-13 08:30 UTC
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Overview

Reporting citing Mercom India says India installed 36.6 GW of solar capacity in 2025, nearly 43% higher than 2024’s 25.6 GW. Large-scale projects accounted for about 81% of additions (rooftop about 19%). Mercom India also reported 9.9 GW installed in Q4 2025, including 7.6 GW of large-scale capacity.

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Why now
  • Mercom India’s Q4 and annual 2025 update is being cited in new reporting
  • Year-over-year jump highlights a step-change versus 2024 installations
  • Figures are being amplified across trade media and energy community channels
Why it matters
  • Record annual additions signal faster solar buildout in a major power market
  • Utility-scale dominance shapes grid integration and transmission needs
  • Strong Q4 commissioning pace may indicate near-term pipeline momentum
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  • Continuity stage: emerging_confirmed.
  • Current status: open.
  • 2 current source-linked posts are attached to this storyline.
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