
As India accelerates its clean energy transition, green hydrogen continues to emerge as a crucial pillar in achieving the country’s net-zero ambitions. With the National Green Hydrogen Mission aiming to make India a global hub for production, utilisation and export of green hydrogen, investment in this sector is gaining strong traction.
Growing policy support, rising global energy demand and India’s push to become a cost-competitive producer have collectively boosted interest in companies contributing to the green hydrogen value chain ranging from production and refining to distribution and infrastructure.
In this article, we examine some of the best green hydrogen linked stocks based on 5-year CAGR, key financial metrics and their role in shaping India’s green hydrogen future.
| Name | Sub-Sector | Market Cap (₹ Cr) | 5Y CAGR (%) |
| Adani Power Ltd | Power Generation | 277,275.34 | 64.54 |
| Oil India Ltd | Oil & Gas – Exploration & Production | 67,008.11 | 41.98 |
| Larsen and Toubro Ltd | Construction & Engineering | 555,487.07 | 28.57 |
| NTPC Ltd | Power Generation | 313,493.22 | 26.82 |
| CESC Ltd | Power Generation | 23,064.93 | 22.56 |
| Indian Oil Corporation Ltd | Oil & Gas – Refining & Marketing | 231,108.19 | 22.11 |
| Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd | Power Transmission & Distribution | 250,930.29 | 19.8 |
| Gail (India) Ltd | Gas Distribution | 111,763.20 | 16.31 |
| Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd | Oil & Gas – Refining & Marketing | 156,316.35 | 12.93 |
| Reliance Industries Ltd | Oil & Gas – Refining & Marketing | 2,084,812.73 | 11.76 |
Note: Data as of December 8, 2025. Stocks are sorted by 5-year CAGR.
Adani Power has made a significant leap in India’s green hydrogen ecosystem by commissioning the country’s first off-grid 5 MW green hydrogen pilot plant in Kutch, Gujarat.
As an off-grid facility, the plant generates hydrogen using renewable energy mainly solar without dependence on the main grid, ensuring zero-emission production.
Key Metrics
Oil India Ltd is strengthening its green hydrogen footprint by developing off-grid hydrogen plants powered entirely by renewable energy sources.
These facilities use electrolysis supported by solar or wind power, helping the company expand into emission-free fuel generation.
Key Metrics
L&T is one of India’s most influential engineering conglomerates and a major force in the green hydrogen value chain.
Through its subsidiary L&T Energy GreenTech (LTEG), the company focuses on electrolyser manufacturing, project integration and large-scale hydrogen production plants.
Key Metrics
NTPC is leading India’s public-sector hydrogen efforts through the creation of the country’s first Green Hydrogen Hub in Andhra Pradesh.
Developed jointly by NGEL (NTPC’s renewable energy arm) and NREDCAP, the project includes plans for 1500 TPD of green hydrogen and 7500 TPD of derivatives like green methanol, green urea and sustainable aviation fuel.
Key Metrics
CESC Ltd, through its subsidiary CESC Projects, has entered the green hydrogen market by securing a 10,500 MT per annum production project under the National Green Hydrogen Mission remarkably without seeking government incentives.
This demonstrates high operational confidence and positions the company among key private-sector players entering hydrogen production at scale.
Key Metrics
| Name | Debt-to-Equity |
| CESC Ltd | 1.43 |
| Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd | 1.41 |
| NTPC Ltd | 1.31 |
| Larsen and Toubro Ltd | 1.15 |
| Indian Oil Corporation Ltd | 0.8 |
| Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd | 0.75 |
| Adani Power Ltd | 0.68 |
| Oil India Ltd | 0.56 |
| Reliance Industries Ltd | 0.37 |
| Gail (India) Ltd | 0.25 |
| Name | Net Profit Margin (%) |
| Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd | 32.43 |
| Adani Power Ltd | 21.97 |
| Oil India Ltd | 19.17 |
| NTPC Ltd | 11.9 |
| Gail (India) Ltd | 8.46 |
| CESC Ltd | 7.35 |
| Reliance Industries Ltd | 7.09 |
| Larsen and Toubro Ltd | 5.78 |
| Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd | 3 |
| Indian Oil Corporation Ltd | 1.78 |
India’s green hydrogen landscape continues to evolve as companies across the energy, engineering and utilities sectors expand their presence in this emerging field. The stocks highlighted above show varied financial performances and strategic approaches, reflecting the diverse ways in which Indian firms are positioning themselves within the green hydrogen value chain.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
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Published on: Dec 8, 2025, 4:50 PM IST

Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
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