India Installed 29.5 GW of Solar and 4.96 GW Wind Capacity in the First Nine Months of 2025

India installed a record 29.5 GW of solar and 4.96 GW of wind capacity from January to September 2025, totaling 34.4 GW of new renewable capacity, according to JMK Research. Utility-scale solar led the growth with 22.5 GW, up 70% year-on-year, while rooftop solar surged 81.6% to 5.8 GW. India’s total renewable capacity now stands at 247.3 GW, per MNRE data.

India’s solar sector is soaring to new heights. In the first nine months of 2025, the country added a record 34.4 GW of solar and wind capacity, marking a 71.5% year-on-year growth. Solar energy led this expansion with a 68.9% increase, reflecting the nation’s rapid shift toward clean, sustainable power.

As per the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), India’s total renewable energy (RE) installed capacity reached ~247.3 GW by September 2025. Solar now accounts for 52% of total RE capacity, making it the largest contributor, followed by wind (21%), large hydro (20%), bio power (5%), and small hydro (2%).

Source: CEA, MNRE, JMK Research

Utility-Scale Solar Drives Massive Growth

From January to September 2025, India commissioned around 22.5 GW of new utility-scale solar capacity, a 70.3% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Half of this capacity (~11.1 GW) was installed in Q3 alone, showing strong momentum in large-scale solar projects.

Rooftop solar also made significant strides, with 5.8 GW added, an 81.6% year-on-year growth. Nearly 46% of rooftop installations occurred in Q3 2025. Financial support from Public Sector Banks, with over 5.79 lakh loans approved totaling INR 10,907 crore, has helped accelerate adoption across homes and businesses.

Off-grid and distributed solar projects also contributed 1,166 MW, 12.7% higher than the previous year, reflecting increasing energy access in remote areas.

Source: CEA, MNRE, JMK Research

State-Wise Solar Leaders

The top five states — Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu — together contributed nearly 84% of India’s total solar and wind capacity additions. Gujarat led the tally with 8.5 GW, followed by Rajasthan (~8 GW) and Maharashtra (~7 GW), demonstrating the concentration of solar growth in high-potential states.

Source: CEA, MNRE, JMK Research

Looking Ahead: Solar Growth to Continue in 2025

According to JMK Research, India is expected to add another 11–12 GW of solar and wind capacity in Q4 2025. By the end of the year, total new installations are projected to reach 45–46 GW, setting a new benchmark for renewable energy growth and reinforcing India’s commitment to a greener, self-reliant energy future.

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