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NTPC Hits 90,773 MW Capacity Milestone as 105 MW Khavda-II Solar Project Starts Operations

NTPC Limited has reached a major operational milestone with the declaration of commercial operations for the final 105 MW phase of its Khavda-II Solar PV Project in Gujarat. This addition brings the NTPC Group's total installed capacity to a record 90,773 MW, strengthening its renewable energy footprint.

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Key numbers
Total Capacity 90,773 MWGroup Installed
Market Cap ₹3,86,073 CrLarge Cap
Revenue TTM ₹1,87,385 CrOperating
RSI 56.65Neutral Zone

Key highlights

  • Final 105 MW segment of the 1200 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project declared operational as of May 28, 2026
  • Total group installed capacity reaches 90,773 MW following the successful commissioning
  • Commercial capacity for the NTPC Group now stands at 88,893 MW
  • Project executed via step-down subsidiary NTPC Renewable Energy Limited through NGEL
  • Operational expansion aligns with the company's strategic transition toward green energy dominance

Production Commenced — What It Means

NTPC Limited has successfully transitioned the eighth and final part of its 1200 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project into active commercial service. Located in Gujarat, this 105 MW capacity addition signifies the full operationalization of a major renewable asset. By reaching the Commercial Operation Date (COD), the project now begins contributing to the group's revenue-generating electricity supply.

The commissioning was managed through NTPC Renewable Energy Limited, a wholly-owned step-down subsidiary, reinforcing the group's internal execution capabilities in large-scale solar infrastructure and its commitment to decarbonizing its energy portfolio.

Path to This Milestone

  • The project forms the final piece of the expansive 1200 MW Khavda-II solar initiative in Gujarat
  • Commercial operations officially commenced effective from 00:00 hours on May 28, 2026
  • Total installed capacity of the NTPC Green Energy Limited Group has risen to 10,621.40 MW
  • The project was developed under the strategic umbrella of NTPC Green Energy Limited
  • Successful integration of this capacity supports the broader national goal of non-fossil fuel expansion
NTPC · share price, past month

Financial Context

The commissioning of new renewable capacity comes at a time when NTPC demonstrates robust financial stability, reporting a trailing twelve-month operating revenue of ₹1,87,384.63 crore. With a quarterly net profit growth of 37.78% year-on-year, the company possesses the fiscal strength to maintain its aggressive capital expenditure cycle. The group's operating profit margin remains healthy at 30.83%, providing a buffer for its transition away from thermal dependence.

These new solar assets provide predictable, long-term revenue streams through power purchase agreements, which are critical for maintaining the company's valuation in an evolving utility landscape.

Sector Tailwinds

The Indian power sector is currently driven by a structural shift toward green energy, supported by favorable government policies and increasing corporate ESG mandates. As the nation's largest power producer, NTPC is leveraging these tailwinds to pivot its business model toward renewable sources. The completion of the Khavda-II project highlights the accelerating pace of solar deployment in India, particularly in high-irradiation zones like Gujarat.

With a total group capacity exceeding 90 GW, NTPC is well-positioned to meet rising peak demand while simultaneously reducing its carbon intensity to align with global energy transition trends.

NTPC · financial snapshot
Share price₹398.15
Market capitalisation₹3.86L Cr
Revenue (annual)₹1.87L Cr
Net profit (annual)₹27,545.76 Cr
Revenue (latest quarter)₹49,687.77 Cr+8.38% vs previous quarter
Net profit (latest quarter)₹10,486.47 Cr+91.06% vs previous quarter
P/E (TTM)14.27×Sector 26.14×
Promoter holding51.1%0.00% QoQ
FII holding16.54%Current quarter

Reference market data from a third-party provider, as of the story. Not a valuation or a recommendation.

Source verified

Exchange filing by NTPC Limited announcing the declaration of commercial operations for its 105 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project. Market figures from a third-party data provider.

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