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In 2026, solar project tenders in India are categorized into large-scale national infrastructure (managed by SECI and NTPC) and decentralized state-level programs (like PM-KUSUM and Rooftop Solar)

1. National Level Tenders (SECI & NTPC)

The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) is the primary body for national-level utility-scale projects.

2. State Government & Regional Tenders

States focus heavily on agricultural solarization (PM-KUSUM) and state-owned building rooftops.

Gujarat (GUVNL & Local Bodies)

  •  Utility Scale: GUVNL is procuring 625 MW of solar power (Phase XXVIII) with a "Greenshoe" option for another 625 MW. (Closing: 12-Jan-2026).
  •  Municipal: Surendranagar Municipal Corporation has a ₹2.04 Cr tender for solar streetlights (Closing: 31-Jan-2026).

Maharashtra (MahaDiscom/MSETCL)

  •  Agricultural: Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana 2.0 (MSKVY) has multiple active clusters (e.g., Washim 155 MW, Akola 196 MW).
  •  Substations: 15 MW grid-connected rooftop solar at various EHV substations (Closing: 30-Jan-2026)

Other State Highlights

  •  Punjab (PSPCL): 300 MW solar projects anywhere in Punjab (Closing: 15-Jan-2026).
  •  Uttar Pradesh: 20 MW Floating Solar Project at Chilwa Taal, Gorakhpur (Closing: 14-Jan-2026)
  •  West Bengal: 8000 kWp rooftop solar for Metro Railway Kolkata (Orange & Purple lines).

3. Key Schemes to Track

If you are looking for long-term opportunities, these three government schemes drive most current tenders:

  •  PM-KUSUM (Component A/B/C): Aimed at solarizing the agriculture sector.7 Tenders are released by state agencies like TGREDCO (Telangana) or MREDA (Maharashtra).
  •  PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana: Massive push for residential rooftop solar; empanelment of vendors is handled via the National Portal for Rooftop Solar.
  •  VGF Schemes: Viability Gap Funding for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) combined with solar, often managed by SECI.

4. How to Apply

  •  Registration: Most national solar tenders require registration on the ETS (Electronic Tender System) portal or ISN-ETS.
  •  Technical Proof: You must provide a track record of commissioned capacity (e.g., 5 MW or more for mid-sized bids).
  •  EMD: Generally ranges from ₹1 Lakh to ₹9 Lakh per MW depending on the tender type.