India Ranks Third Globally in Renewable Energy Capacity

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Shri Pralhad Joshi, announced that India has secured the third position globally in renewable energy installed capacity, as per the Renewable Energy Statistics 2026 released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). He noted that India has surpassed Brazil in the global rankings.

Global Renewable Energy Rankings (IRENA 2026)

According to IRENA’s latest data (as of December 2025), the top three countries in renewable energy installed capacity are:

• China: 2,258.02 GW
• United States: 467.92 GW
• India: 250.52 GW

Strong Growth in Non-Fossil Capacity

Addressing the media, the Minister highlighted that India added 55.3 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity during FY 2025–26, reflecting steady progress in expanding clean energy infrastructure.

In July 2025, India recorded its highest-ever share of renewable energy in electricity generation, with renewables meeting 51.5% of the total electricity demand of 203 GW.

Installed Capacity and Power Generation

As of March 31, 2026, India’s total installed capacity from non-fossil fuel sources stands at 283.46 GW. During FY 2025–26, the country generated 1,845.92 billion units (BU) of electricity, with non-fossil sources contributing 29.2% (538.97 BU).

Early Achievement of Climate Targets

The Minister emphasised that India reached the milestone of 50% of its cumulative installed electricity capacity from non-fossil sources in June 2025—five years ahead of its 2030 target under the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to the Paris Agreement.

In line with the Prime Minister’s announcement at COP26, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is working towards achieving 500 GW of installed electricity capacity from non-fossil sources by 2030.

Breakdown of Non-Fossil Capacity

Of the total 283.46 GW installed non-fossil capacity:

• Renewable energy accounts for 274.68 GW, including:

1. 150.26 GW Solar Power
2. 56.09 GW Wind Power
3. 11.75 GW Bio Energy
4. 5.17 GW Small Hydro Power
5. 51.41 GW Large Hydro Power

• Nuclear power contributes 8.78 GW

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