Why It Matters
Becoming the world’s third-largest renewable energy producer strengthens India’s energy security, attracts clean energy investments, and reinforces its position as a global leader in the transition to sustainable energy.
Installed renewable energy capacity reaches 274.68 GW, strengthening India’s position in the global clean energy transition.
India has become the world’s third-largest renewable energy producer, according to the latest International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Renewable Energy Statistics 2026. The country now ranks behind only China and the United States in installed renewable energy capacity, reflecting its rapid progress in expanding clean energy infrastructure.
Installed Capacity Crosses 274 GW
As of 31 March 2026, India’s installed renewable energy capacity reached 274.68 GW, while total non-fossil fuel capacity, including nuclear power, stood at 283.46 GW. Solar energy leads the renewable mix with 150.26 GW, followed by 56.09 GW of wind, 51.41 GW of large hydro, 11.75 GW of bioenergy, and 5.17 GW of small hydro.
Driven by Government Initiatives
The growth has been supported by flagship programmes such as the National Solar Mission, PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, Green Energy Corridors, and the National Green Hydrogen Mission. Continued investments in renewable energy projects, transmission infrastructure, and domestic manufacturing have accelerated capacity additions across the country
