Gautam Solar 5GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing plant Gwalior : Gautam Solar invests ₹4,000 crore in a 5GW TOPCon solar cell plant in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The 2GW Phase 1 set for 2026 completion aims to reduce India’s reliance on imported solar components.
GWALIOR, MADHYA PRADESH – In a significant move to bolster India’s domestic solar manufacturing ecosystem Gautam Solar Private Limited (GSPL) has announced plans to establish a state-of-the-art 5-gigawatt (GW) solar cell manufacturing facility in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The project with a total investment of ₹4,000 crore, will focus on producing advanced TOPCon technology positioning India competitively in the global solar market.
The facility will be constructed on a 54-acre land parcel with implementation already commenced. The company’s strategy involves a clear two-phase approach to achieve its full capacity goal.
Phased Development with an Eye on Integration
The Gautam Solar 5GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing plant Gwalior project is being developed in a structured manner to ensure efficient execution and funding:
- Phase 1: This initial phase involves setting up a 2 GW manufacturing capacity. The development is expected to be completed by the calendar year 2026.
- Phase 2: Following the successful commissioning of Phase 1, Gautam Solar plans to launch an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to raise capital for the second phase. This phase will add another 3 GW of capacity, bringing the plant to its full 5 GW potential.
Looking beyond cells, the company has a forward-looking vision to achieve full vertical integration. The long-term goal is to expand into the manufacturing of solar wafers—a critical upstream component currently largely imported. This would create a complete domestic value chain from wafers to modules, a first for an Indian manufacturer of this scale.
Driving Self-Reliance with TOPCon Technology
The choice of TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) technology is a strategic one. TOPCon represents the next generation in solar cell innovation, offering higher efficiency, better performance in high temperatures, and lower degradation rates compared to standard cells. By launching one of India’s largest plants with this advanced technology, Gautam Solar is future-proofing its output.
Gautam Mohanka, Director of Gautam Solar, emphasized this vision: “With one of the largest solar cell manufacturing units in India using the latest highly advanced TOPCon technology, we envision deepening the domestic solar manufacturing context while reducing reliance on imports for the ecosystem.”
Impact on India’s Solar Ambitions
The establishment of the Gautam Solar 5GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing plant Gwalior is crucial for several reasons:
- Reducing Import Dependence: India currently relies heavily on imports for solar cells and modules. This facility will significantly reduce that dependency for a key component, enhancing energy security.
- Strengthening the Supply Chain: By planning backward integration into wafers, Gautam Solar is aiming to build a resilient and self-sufficient domestic supply chain for the entire solar industry.
- Supporting National Goals: The project directly supports the Indian government’s ambitious renewable energy targets and its ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (Self-Reliant India) initiatives by creating large-scale, advanced manufacturing capacity within the country.
This investment not only promises to create numerous jobs in the Gwalior region but also positions Madhya Pradesh as an emerging hub for high-tech renewable energy manufacturing, powering India’s green transition with homegrown innovation.
