India’s renewable energy installed capacity has nearly quadrupled since 2014, reaching 288.58 GW as of June 30, 2026, according to information shared by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. The capacity has increased from 76.38 GW in 2014 to 288.58 GW over the period.
Solar power remains the largest contributor to India’s renewable energy capacity with 162.15 GW installed. It is followed by wind power at 57.44 GW, hydro power at 57.24 GW, and bio power at 11.75 GW.
The government also said the country’s total non-fossil fuel-based electricity capacity stood at 297.36 GW as of June 30, 2026. This includes 288.58 GW of renewable energy capacity and 8.78 GW of nuclear power capacity.
Between FY 2014 and FY 2026, India’s renewable energy sector attracted approximately USD 45.72 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI). During the same period, domestic financial institutions, including 12 public sector banks, IREDA, PFC, REC, IIFCL, NaBFID and SIDBI, deployed Rs.12.32 lakh crore towards the sector.
The information was provided by Union Minister of State for the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Shripad Yesso Naik, in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha on July 21, 2026.
India’s Renewable Energy Capacity Hits 288.58 GW in 2026
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