Latest ALMM List-II (2026): revision and PDF download
Short answer: the latest ALMM List-II for solar cells is the 9th revision, dated 21 August 2026, and published as a PDF on MNRE's ALMM page. The companion ALMM List-I for modules was last updated on 16 September 2026 (Revision 51).
| List | Covers | Latest revision | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALMM List-II | Solar PV cells | 9th revision, Aug 21, 2026 | List-II (PDF, 6 MB, opens in a new tab) |
| ALMM List-I | Solar PV modules | Revision 51, Sep 16, 2026 | List-I (PDF, 10 MB, opens in a new tab) |
Each List-II revision after the base list is an update: the 9th revision records amendments and new entries (capacity, cell type, efficiency, and wattage ranges) rather than reprinting every manufacturer, so read it together with the earlier revisions on the same MNRE page. No MNRE order issued after 21 August 2026 changes the 31 December 2026 exemption for net-metered projects.
ALMM List-I vs ALMM List-II: what is the difference?
The Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) is a quality gate maintained by India's Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). It has two parts:
- List-I covers finished solar panels (modules). If a panel model appears on List-I, it is approved for use in subsidised or government-linked solar projects. Our existing guide on how to decode the ALMM List for panel selection covers this in detail.
- List-II covers the solar cells that go inside those panels. Under the ALMM order, net-metering and open access projects must use List-II cells; MNRE has exempted such projects commissioned by 31 December 2026.
In simple terms: List-I is the panel stamp of approval, List-II is the stamp of approval for what is inside the panel. Once the exemption window closes, modules assembled from imported cells can no longer be used in these projects.
Why is MNRE introducing List-II now?
India currently imports the majority of its solar cells from China. ALMM List-II lists approved Indian cell factories, pushing module makers to source cells domestically. It is separate from the PM Surya Ghar subsidy's DCR condition, which already requires domestically made cells. The policy goal is twofold: reduce import dependency and accelerate India's domestic solar manufacturing base.
MNRE delayed enforcement multiple times since 2023 to give manufacturers time to build domestic cell capacity. By its seventh revision (30 April 2026), approximately 30 GW of approved domestic cell capacity was listed.
Effective date and what specifically changes
For homeowners in Madhya Pradesh, the practical impact is straightforward: a net-metered system commissioned by 31 December 2026 needs ALMM List-I panels and, if you are claiming the subsidy, DCR panels made with Indian cells. Commission after that date and the cells must also come from an ALMM List-II manufacturer.
Does ALMM List-II affect your PM Surya Ghar subsidy?
Not in the way most articles suggest. The PM Surya Ghar subsidy of up to ₹78,000 has its own condition in the scheme guidelines: the system must use domestically manufactured modules made from domestically manufactured cells (DCR), on ALMM List-I. MNRE's 4 August 2026 clarification states that no ALMM order relaxes that DCR condition. So the List-II exemption to 31 December 2026 changes nothing about what a subsidy claimant must install; it matters for projects not claiming the subsidy, and for anything commissioned from 2027.
In practice, large panel manufacturers (Waaree, Vikram Solar, Adani Solar, Tata Power Solar) have already restructured their supply chains to use domestic cells. The risk is higher with smaller or less-established panel brands that may not have done so.
Who is exempt from ALMM List-II?
As clarified in MNRE's Office Memorandum No. 283/54/2026-GRID SOLAR dated 4 August 2026:
- Net-metering and open access projects commissioned by 31 December 2026: exempt from List-II, whether the project started before or after 18 July 2026, and with no application needed on the NISE portal. ALMM List-I compliance still applies. "Net-metering" here also covers gross metering, net billing and virtual or group net metering. Open access projects follow the same window.
- Residential "Give It Up" cases: households that opt out of the PM Surya Ghar subsidy and apply through the National Portal are exempt from List-II until 31 March 2027. List-I still applies.
- Projects awarded through bidding: generally exempt if the last date of bid submission was on or before 31 August 2025; for tenders that closed between 9 December 2024 and 28 July 2025, the tender's own conditions govern.
None of these exemptions relaxes the PM Surya Ghar subsidy's own requirement for DCR panels made with Indian cells. If you are claiming the subsidy, install DCR panels whatever your commissioning date.
Sources: MNRE O.M. dated 4 August 2026; MNRE O.M. dated 18 July 2026; PM Surya Ghar CFA guidelines; MNRE ALMM page.
Which manufacturers are in ALMM List-II?
At the seventh revision (30 April 2026), ALMM List-II covered approximately 29,758 MW of annual domestic cell capacity. MNRE has since published the eighth (22 July 2026) and ninth (21 August 2026) revisions. Key manufacturers at the seventh revision included:
| Manufacturer | Technology | Capacity (MW/yr) | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reliance Industries | HJT | 1,238 | Gujarat |
| Adani Solar | Mono PERC / TOPCon | ~4,000+ | Gujarat |
| Waaree Energies | Mono PERC / TOPCon | ~3,000+ | Gujarat |
| Jupiter Solartech | Mono PERC Bifacial | 991 | Himachal Pradesh |
| RenewSys India | N-Type TOPCon Bifacial | 452 | Telangana |
The full list is published on the MNRE website (mnre.gov.in) under the ALMM section and is updated with each revision. The trend is clearly toward TOPCon and HJT cell technology, with Mono PERC still dominant in volume.
How to verify your panels are List-II compliant
When getting quotes for a new installation in Madhya Pradesh, ask every installer these three questions:
- Which panel brand and model will you install?
- Is that model currently on ALMM List-I?
- Is it a DCR model (required for the subsidy), and if commissioning after 31 December 2026, are its cells from an ALMM List-II manufacturer?
Any reputable installer should be able to answer all three in writing. If they cannot, treat that as a red flag. Our guide on choosing a solar installer in Madhya Pradesh covers the full checklist including ALMM verification.
Will List-II increase solar panel costs?
Marginally in the short term, and likely not at all in the medium term. Module manufacturers who previously used imported cells (at lower cost) now face domestic cell pricing. However, with close to 30 GW of domestic capacity listed by April 2026, supply is not expected to be a bottleneck.
For a typical 3 kW residential system in MP, our current price is ₹1,91,000 installed before subsidy (₹1,13,000 net after the ₹78,000 PM Surya Ghar subsidy). See our solar panel cost guide for Madhya Pradesh for a current breakdown. Any List-II driven cost increase on panels is not expected to change this materially in 2026.
The r-solar price is all-in. It is the cost of a done-for-you project (design, installation, net metering and the entire PM Surya Ghar subsidy handled for you), not a hardware-only quote you are left to finish yourself.
What r-solar does to stay compliant
We procure panels only from ALMM List-I manufacturers. For every batch delivered after 1 June 2026, we require the manufacturer to provide documentation confirming that cells used in the supplied models are from ALMM List-II certified sources. This documentation is retained for every installation.
If you want to go solar in Madhya Pradesh and need certainty that your installation qualifies for the PM Surya Ghar subsidy without any compliance risk, contact r-solar for a free assessment.
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