NTPC Limited has crossed the major milestone of 90GW installed power generation capacity after commencing successful trial operations of an 800MW unit at Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (PVUNL).
The latest development further strengthens NTPC’s position as India’s largest power generation company.
PVUNL Unit Adds to NTPC’s Capacity Expansion
The new addition comes from:
Unit 2 of the 3×800MW PVUNL thermal power project
PVUNL was established in 2015 as a joint venture between:
- NTPC Limited — 74% stake
- Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited — 26% stake
According to the company, crossing the 90GW mark represents another important step toward strengthening India’s long-term energy security and electricity infrastructure.
Nearly 32GW Capacity Under Construction
NTPC stated that:
- Total operational group capacity has now exceeded:
90GW
- Additional projects under construction amount to nearly:
32GW
The ongoing expansion includes both conventional thermal projects and renewable energy assets across multiple states.
Renewable Energy Expansion Accelerates
NTPC has been aggressively scaling its clean energy portfolio.
During FY26, the company reportedly added:
5,488MW
of renewable capacity across:
- Solar projects
- Wind energy
- Pumped hydro storage systems
The company aims to achieve:
149GW total installed capacity by 2032
including:
60GW renewable energy capacity
Focus Expands Beyond Traditional Power Generation
Apart from thermal and renewable power generation, NTPC is also expanding into newer energy businesses, including:
- Battery energy storage
- Green hydrogen
- E-mobility infrastructure
- Waste-to-energy projects
- Pumped hydro storage
- Nuclear energy initiatives
The diversification aligns with India’s broader energy transition and decarbonisation goals.
NTPC Share Price Performance
As of May 19, 2026, at 9:16 AM:
- NTPC share price was trading at:
₹388.75
- Up approximately:
0.12%
from the previous closing price.
Conclusion
NTPC crossing the 90GW installed capacity milestone marks another major achievement in India’s power sector expansion. With significant renewable additions, large projects under construction, and growing investments in emerging energy technologies, the company continues positioning itself as a key player in India’s long-term energy transition and infrastructure growth story.
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