On February 9, 2026, Gujarat-based Pahal Solar announced the expansion of its solar module manufacturing capacity to 3 GW. By integrating operations across its Unit 1 and Unit 2 facilities, the company has successfully tripled its production scale to meet the soaring demand from India’s residential and utility sectors.
A critical regulatory win accompanied this expansion: as of February 7, 2026, the new capacity was officially included in the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) (Registration No. R-72015008).
Strategic Milestone: The PM Surya Ghar Catalyst
The expansion is specifically timed to capitalize on the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, the government’s flagship rooftop solar scheme.
- Vendor Status: Pahal Solar is already one of the top suppliers under the scheme, and the 3 GW capacity ensures they can fulfill large-scale orders without the supply-chain bottlenecks seen in 2025.
- Compliance Power: Inclusion in the ALMM and full certification under BIS 2023 standards makes their modules eligible for all government-funded and public-sector projects where domestic content is mandatory.
Technology Roadmap: The Surat Giga-Factory
While the 3 GW module expansion is now operational, Pahal Solar is already moving toward full vertical integration:
- Surat Manufacturing Complex: The company recently broke ground on a new “AI-integrated” facility in Surat.
- Cell & Frame Production: This upcoming site will house a 2 GW N-Type TOPCon solar cell unit and a 2 GW aluminium frame production line.
- Timeline: These units are expected to be commissioned by late 2026, pushing Pahal Solar’s total module capacity toward 4.4 GW by the end of the current financial year.
Advanced Product Portfolio (2026)
The company’s high-efficiency lineup now focuses on next-generation cell architectures:
- TOPCon Bifacial Series: N-Type modules delivering peak outputs of up to 620 Wp with a front-side efficiency of 23%.
- Durability: Designed with “Glass-to-Glass” architecture and 16-busbar (SMBB) technology, offering a 30-year performance warranty with just 0.40% annual degradation.
- Performance: These modules are optimized for high-temperature climates and offer up to 30% bifacial gain from the rear side.
“The expansion to 3 GW, along with ALMM and BIS 2023 certifications, reflects our focus on quality and self-reliance. We are proud to deliver dependable, ‘Made in India’ solutions that support the nation’s energy security.” — Paresh Shingala, Chairman and Managing Director.
