India Regulations P3 Reference 2 min read Reviewed June 4, 2026

MERC

Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission — state regulator for Maharashtra solar net metering and tariff orders.

Definition

Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) is the state regulator for Maharashtra's electricity sector. Sets tariff orders, net metering rules, and Open Access policies for one of India's largest solar markets.

Key Takeaways

  • MERC = Maharashtra state electricity regulator.
  • Major Indian solar market regulator.
  • MSEDCL is primary DISCOM under MERC.
  • Net metering, RPO, Open Access policies for Maharashtra.

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What is MERC?
Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission — state regulator for Maharashtra electricity. MSEDCL is the primary DISCOM implementing MERC orders.

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