India’s solar manufacturing sector received a major boost after Adani Solar secured the 6th position globally in Wood Mackenzie’s Global Solar PV Module Manufacturer Rankings 2026.

The achievement makes Adani Solar the highest-ranked Indian solar manufacturer in the report and the only Indian company featured in the global top 10, highlighting India’s growing strength in solar manufacturing.

Adani Solar Earns Grade A Rating

Wood Mackenzie awarded Adani Solar a Grade A classification based on several key performance indicators, including:

• Manufacturing capabilities
• Technology maturity
• Financial strength
• Supply chain resilience
• Operational performance
• Capacity utilization

The annual assessment evaluated 48 leading solar module manufacturers worldwide.

India’s Highest Ranked Solar Manufacturer

Adani Solar improved from 8th position in the previous ranking to 6th place in 2026.

Industry experts believe the recognition reflects India’s rapidly expanding domestic solar manufacturing ecosystem, supported by government initiatives aimed at reducing dependence on imported solar equipment.

The achievement also strengthens India’s position in the global renewable energy supply chain.

Expansion of Manufacturing Capacity

Adani Solar is currently expanding its integrated solar manufacturing facility in Mundra, Gujarat.

The company is working toward a total manufacturing capacity of:

• 10 GW Solar Module Capacity
• 4 GW Solar Cell Capacity
• 2 GW Ingot & Wafer Capacity

The expansion is expected to further strengthen India’s domestic solar manufacturing capabilities.

Growth of India’s Solar Manufacturing Sector

India’s solar manufacturing sector has witnessed rapid growth over the past two years.

According to recent industry data:

• Solar module manufacturing capacity increased from 38 GW to 74 GW
• Solar cell manufacturing capacity increased from 9 GW to 25 GW

Government support through:

• Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme
• Domestic manufacturing policies
• Customs duty measures
• ALMM framework

has significantly accelerated industry growth.

Renewable Energy Driving India’s Energy Independence

Renewable energy continues to play a central role in India’s strategy to strengthen energy security and reduce dependence on imported energy resources.

Industry analysts believe domestic manufacturing growth will help:

✔ Improve energy security
✔ Reduce import dependence
✔ Support renewable energy expansion
✔ Create employment opportunities
✔ Strengthen India’s global competitiveness

Strong Performance in Solar Reliability

Adani Solar has also consistently performed well in independent solar module reliability assessments conducted by internationally recognized testing organizations.

The company’s continued focus on manufacturing quality, technology advancement, and operational efficiency has helped strengthen its position within the global solar industry.

Adani Solar’s rise to 6th place in Wood Mackenzie’s Global Module Manufacturer Rankings 2026 marks a significant achievement for India’s renewable energy sector.

As domestic manufacturing capacity continues expanding and investments increase across the solar value chain, India is steadily emerging as a major global hub for solar manufacturing and clean energy technology.

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