India crosses 500 Gw power capacity, non-fossil sources contribute over 50%

India achieves one of its COP26 goals five years ahead of schedule as non-fossil energy sources contribute over half of total installed power capacity

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The power ministry on Wednesday said India has achieved the milestone of crossing 500 Gigawatt (Gw) in total power capacity, with non-fossil fuel sources contributing over half of it.

 

The country’s total installed electricity capacity has crossed 500 Gw as of September 30, 2025, reaching 500.89 Gw, the ministry said in a statement, adding that non-fossil fuel sources - renewable energy, hydro, and nuclear - contributed 256.09 Gw, around 51 per cent of this total.

     

“With this progress, India has already achieved one of its major COP26 Panchamrit goals — to have 50 per cent of installed electric power capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030 — five years early," it said.

 

The ministry added that this highlights India’s leadership in clean energy transition, achieved while keeping the electricity grid stable and reliable.

 

Of the total capacity, fossil fuel-based sources now contribute 244.80 Gw, around 49 per cent. Within renewables, solar power capacity stands at 127.33 Gw, while wind power contributes 53.12 Gw capacity. “This achievement reflects years of strong policy support, investments, and teamwork across the energy sector,” the ministry said.

 

In the current financial year, between April and September 2025, the country added 28 Gw of non-fossil capacity and 5.1 Gw of fossil-fuel capacity, indicating the fast rise of clean energy's share.

 

The ministry also said that India’s renewable energy push is creating new employment opportunities in manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and innovation, benefiting both rural and urban youth.