The Government of India expanded the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) framework to include solar ingots and wafers. This move was announced by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy on 18 March 2026. The new rules will be implemented from 1 June 2028. It aims to strengthen domestic solar manufacturing, reduce import dependence, and improve supply chain resilience. The decision is important for achieving India’s renewable energy targets and promoting Atmanirbhar Bharat in the solar sector.
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy announced expansion of the ALMM framework on 18 March 2026. It introduced ALMM List-III covering solar ingots and wafers. The new rules will come into effect from 1 June 2028 across India.
ALMM ensures that solar components used in projects meet quality standards and are domestically manufactured. Earlier, it covered only solar modules and cells. Now, it includes upstream components like ingots and wafers.
ALMM was introduced in 2019. It is linked to the Electricity Act, 2003 (Section 63 bidding). The expansion supports India’s renewable energy goal of 500 GW by 2030 and promotes Atmanirbhar Bharat.
1.ALMM framework is related to:
A) Agriculture
B) Solar manufacturing
C) Banking regulation
D) Education
Answer: B
2.ALMM List-III covers:
A) Solar modules
B) Solar cells
C) Ingots and wafers
D) Batteries
Answer: C
3.ALMM was introduced in:
A) 2015
B) 2017
C) 2019
D) 2021
Answer: C
4.The new ALMM rules will be effective from:
A) 2026
B) 2027
C) 2028
D) 2030
Answer: C
5.ALMM is linked to which Act?
A) Environment Protection Act
B) Electricity Act, 2003
C) Energy Conservation Act
D) Industries Act
Answer: B
1. Which ministry is responsible for renewable energy policies in India?
Answer: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
2. What is the target of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030?
Answer: 500 GW
Students often confuse solar modules with wafers.
Wafers are intermediate components, not final panels.
Focus on ALMM lists, solar value chain stages, and renewable energy targets.