Definition
SECI (Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited) is the central public sector undertaking under MNRE that conducts utility-scale solar tariff auctions, implements solar parks, and acts as a counter-party for many large solar PPAs in India.
Key Takeaways
- SECI = Solar Energy Corporation of India, central PSU under MNRE.
- Conducts utility-scale solar tariff auctions.
- Off-take counter-party for many large solar PPAs.
- Tariffs: ₹2.20–3.50/kWh utility scale; solar+storage higher.
- Oversees major solar parks and PM-KUSUM.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 commonly searched questions about SECI.
What is SECI?
Solar Energy Corporation of India — central PSU under MNRE conducting solar tariff auctions, allocating projects, and acting as off-take counter-party.
What does SECI do?
Tariff auctions for utility-scale solar; allocates capacity to lowest bidders; signs 25-year PPAs; oversees solar parks (e.g., Bhadla, Pavagada); manages PM-KUSUM allocations.
Typical SECI tariffs?
Utility-scale solar PPAs: ₹2.20–3.50/kWh (record-low in some auctions). Solar+storage: ₹3.00–5.00/kWh.
Is SECI involved in residential?
Not directly. Residential rooftop subsidies handled by MNRE's National Portal. SECI focus is utility-scale.
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