Where can I find the current ALMM list?

The current ALMM list is published by MNRE on their official website and is updated periodically. Always use the version current as of the project's procurement date.

ALMM Compliant Solar Projects in India

Q: What happens if a project uses non-ALMM modules under a government scheme?

Consequences can include disqualification from commissioning approval, forfeiture of performance bank guarantees, or contract termination depending on the scheme's conditions.

What is ALMM?

ALMM stands for Approved List of Models and Manufacturers. It is maintained by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and lists solar photovoltaic modules and cells manufactured in India that meet prescribed quality and performance standards.

Under the current policy framework, solar projects commissioned under government schemes (including central and state government tenders) must use modules from the ALMM list. The policy is designed to support domestic manufacturing and ensure technical quality standards.

Policy changes: ALMM applicability, exemptions, and timelines have been updated periodically by MNRE. Verify the current notification and any applicable exemptions with a qualified consultant before finalising a project procurement decision.

Why does ALMM matter for your project?

For investors

Projects using non-ALMM modules under government schemes risk penalties, project cancellation, or disqualification from subsidy structures. Checking ALMM compliance is part of basic project due diligence.

For EPCs

EPCs bidding on government tenders must specify ALMM-listed modules at the procurement stage. Failure to use listed modules can result in bid disqualification or contractual liability post-commissioning.

For power buyers

If your PPA is linked to a project under a government scheme or subsidy, ALMM compliance affects the project's eligibility to supply power as contracted.

Projects where ALMM applies

Tenders issued under MNRE, SECI, NTPC, or state nodal agency schemes after ALMM applicability date.
Projects seeking Central Financial Assistance (CFA) or subsidy under government programmes.
PSU and government-sector solar projects in most categories.

Projects where ALMM may not apply

Privately funded, non-government-scheme projects where the developer and buyer agree commercially and no government scheme benefit is claimed.
Projects under exemption windows issued by MNRE for periods of supply shortfall.
Projects commissioned before the ALMM effective date for the relevant module category.

The above is for general awareness. Confirm applicability for any specific project by reviewing the relevant tender document and current MNRE notifications.

How to check if a module is ALMM-listed

Visit the MNRE website and find the current ALMM order or circular.
The list is structured by manufacturer and model name; confirm the exact model specification matches what the project intends to use.
Verify the list version being referenced matches the tender or procurement contract date.
Ask the developer or EPC to provide written confirmation of the module model and ALMM reference during due diligence.

ALMM and project diligence on Wattency

When evaluating projects on the Wattency marketplace, ALMM compliance status is one of the technical parameters reviewed during project qualification. Investors and power buyers can request project documentation confirming module specifications before committing.

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Frequently asked questions

No. ALMM applies primarily to projects under government schemes and tenders. Privately funded C&I and open access projects not claiming any government scheme benefit may not be subject to ALMM, though confirming this against the specific project structure is important.

The current ALMM list is published by MNRE and is accessible via the MNRE official website. The list is updated periodically. Always use the version current as of the project's procurement or commissioning date.

Consequences depend on the specific scheme's conditions but can include disqualification from commissioning approval, forfeiture of performance bank guarantees, or contract termination. This is a significant due diligence check for investors.

Module specification and ALMM compliance for government-scheme projects are reviewed as part of the platform's project qualification process. Investors can request supporting documentation to confirm compliance before proceeding.