Premier Energies Commissions 7 GW Solar Cell Plant in Andhra Pradesh

Premier Energies has commissioned a 7 GW solar cell manufacturing facility at Naidupeta in Andhra Pradesh, significantly expanding its domestic solar manufacturing footprint. With the commissioning, the company’s total solar cell manufacturing capacity has increased to 10.6 GW.

The ₹3,293-crore facility is designed to manufacture N-type TOPCon G12R solar cells, strengthening Premier Energies’ position in India’s growing high-efficiency solar manufacturing segment.

7 GW N-type TOPCon Manufacturing Facility

The newly commissioned plant is equipped to produce approximately 88,000 solar cells per hour and is designed to achieve an average cell efficiency of around 25.8% after stabilization.

The adoption of N-type TOPCon technology reflects the broader shift in India’s solar manufacturing industry toward higher-efficiency cell technologies. TOPCon cells can support higher module power output while enabling manufacturers to improve the performance of next-generation solar modules.

The facility also incorporates advanced automation and digital manufacturing systems to support production efficiency, quality control and process optimization.

Premier Energies Expands Domestic Manufacturing

The commissioning marks a major increase in Premier Energies’ cell manufacturing scale. The company had around 3.6 GW of installed solar cell capacity as of March 2026. The addition of the 7 GW Naidupeta facility takes its overall cell manufacturing capacity to 10.6 GW.

The company is also expanding its module manufacturing operations. Its broader manufacturing strategy includes solar modules, upstream manufacturing capabilities, transformers and battery energy storage systems.

This diversification is aimed at creating a more integrated clean-energy manufacturing platform as India’s renewable energy sector continues to expand.

Focus on an Integrated Solar Supply Chain

India has been increasing its focus on domestic solar manufacturing to strengthen the renewable-energy supply chain and reduce dependence on imported components.

The expansion of domestic cell manufacturing is particularly important as solar module manufacturing capacity continues to grow. Greater availability of domestically produced cells can support module manufacturers and developers seeking locally manufactured components.

Premier Energies’ expansion therefore comes at a time when India’s solar industry is witnessing significant investment across the manufacturing value chain, from cells and modules to upstream materials and energy storage.

Expansion Beyond Solar Cells

Premier Energies is also pursuing opportunities in the energy storage segment. The company has announced plans related to a 12 GWh battery energy storage system manufacturing facility in Telangana, with a proposed first phase of 6 GWh.

The company’s broader capital expenditure programe is focused on expanding manufacturing capacity and increasing vertical integration across the clean-energy value chain.

What the Expansion Means for India’s Solar Industry

The commissioning of the 7 GW Naidupeta facility adds substantial new domestic solar-cell manufacturing capacity and strengthens India’s transition toward high-efficiency N-type technologies.

For Premier Energies, the project represents a shift from a relatively smaller cell manufacturing base to a 10.6 GW-scale platform. The next key factors will be plant ramp-up, capacity utilization, manufacturing yields, cost competitiveness and demand.

As India continues to add solar capacity, large-scale domestic manufacturing facilities such as Naidupeta could play an important role in building a more resilient and integrated renewable-energy supply chain.

For Urja Kranti India, the development highlights a broader industry trend: India’s solar manufacturing sector is moving toward larger capacities, higher-efficiency technologies and deeper integration across the clean-energy value chain.