NTPC Plans to Enter Coal Gasification, Aiming for 5-10 MT Annual Production Goal

NTPC Ltd has outlined a major expansion strategy involving coal gasification and nuclear power development as part of its long-term energy diversification plan, as per the news reports. 

The company is preparing to scale synthetic gas output and build new nuclear facilities across multiple states.

NTPC Targets Synthetic Gas Production Through Coal Gasification

NTPC plans to produce between 5–10 million tonnes of synthetic gas annually over the next 3 to 4 years, using its own coal reserves. The expected production cost is $10–$12 per mmBtu, which the company believes will remain competitive against delivered LNG. 

The synthetic gas will be supplied to domestic buyers or used in NTPC’s own operations, and tenders for technology partners are set to be issued within the current financial year. Government support for coal gasification includes ₹8,500 crore in incentives and a national goal to gasify 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030.

Nuclear Power Expansion Across Multiple States

Alongside its gasification plans, NTPC is pursuing a nuclear capacity target of 30 GW by 2047 and is identifying land across 16 states, including Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Haryana. The upcoming projects are expected to use pressurised heavy water reactor technology, with unit capacities ranging from 700 MW to 1,600 MW. 

NTPC has already entered the nuclear sector, following the foundation stone laid for a 2,800 MW plant in Banswara, Rajasthan, comprising four reactors of 700 MW each. India is aiming for 100 GW of nuclear capacity by 2047, significantly higher than the current 8 GW.

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NTPC Share Price Performance 

As of November 13, 2025, at 11:16 AM, NTPC share price is trading at ₹329.60 per share, reflecting a gain of 0.75% from the previous closing price. Over the past month, the stock has declined by 3.54%.

Conclusion

With parallel moves in coal gasification and nuclear power, NTPC is broadening its energy portfolio as part of India’s long-term transition strategy. The state-run power giant plans to produce up to 10 million tonnes of synthetic gas annually, priced at $10–$12 per mmBtu, while simultaneously targeting a nuclear energy capacity expansion to 30 GW by 2047. 

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