India Solar Market Update – November 2025: MNRE Issues New Policy Changes

New Delhi, November 2025 — India’s Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released a fresh set of updates aimed at accelerating rooftop solar adoption, clearing subsidy backlogs, and boosting farmer-focused solar schemes under PM-KUSUM.

🔆 Key Highlights of the New MNRE Updates

1️⃣ Faster Processing for PM Surya Ghar Subsidies

MNRE has rolled out a revised workflow that reduces subsidy credit timelines from 6–9 months to 60 days. DISCOMs will now be mandated to submit project completion reports within 10 days.

2️⃣ New Rooftop Solar Safety Standards

• Mandatory DC isolators on all new installations
• Fire-resistant cable standards to be adopted nationwide
• Net-metering approval to be automated through state portals

3️⃣ PM-KUSUM Component A & C Streamlined

Farmers applying for off-grid pumps under Component B and grid-connected projects under Component A will now receive a pre-approved subsidy allocation to avoid multiple verification delays.

4️⃣ 2025–26 Solar Tender Targets Increased

The government has increased annual solar installation targets by 25% to meet revised 2030 renewable goals.

📈 What This Means for Solar Vendors & EPC Companies

These updates bring a strong push for the industry:

• Higher demand for rooftop solar installations
• More farmer inquiries for KUSUM projects
• Reduced friction with DISCOMs
• Better cash flow due to faster subsidy reimbursements

🌞 SolSetu’s Take

2025 is shaping up to be a major expansion year for India’s solar market. With improved policy clarity, solar vendors and EPCs should prepare for a rise in customer demand — especially in grid-connected rooftop and agricultural solar segments.

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