Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (RVPNL) has extended the deadline for renewable energy developers to comply with battery energy storage system (BESS) requirements until September 30, 2026, providing additional time for projects to meet the state’s technical and grid integration standards.
The extension covers both existing and upcoming renewable energy projects being developed under the Rajasthan Integrated Clean Energy Policy 2024. It comes as developers continue to scale up battery storage capacity, which is increasingly being seen as a key component in ensuring a reliable renewable power supply.
Under the state’s guidelines, developers must install compliant battery energy storage systems before carrying out the first-time charging of their projects. The requirement is part of Rajasthan’s efforts to ensure that battery-backed renewable projects are integrated into the grid in a safe and technically sound manner.
To meet the requirements, project developers will need to demonstrate compliance with Central Electricity Authority (CEA) grid connectivity standards and submit detailed technical information about their battery systems. This includes specifications related to battery technology, performance, efficiency, lifecycle, and safety certifications.
Developers are also required to provide technical details of their power conversion systems, including inverter ratings, efficiency levels, and response capabilities. In addition, battery operating data must be connected to the State Load Dispatch Centre (SLDC), allowing grid operators to monitor system performance in real time.
While the deadline extension offers additional flexibility, RVPNL has made it clear that non-compliance could have significant consequences. Projects that fail to meet the requirements by the revised deadline risk losing grid connectivity and open-access approvals, potentially affecting their ability to supply power.
The SOP was first introduced in May 2026 as Rajasthan moved to establish a clear framework for battery storage systems linked to renewable energy projects. With battery storage expected to play a growing role in managing renewable energy generation, the state is looking to ensure that projects meet the necessary technical and operational standards before they are brought online.
The latest extension gives developers extra time to complete installations, documentation, and testing, while keeping the focus on building a more reliable and storage-enabled renewable energy ecosystem in the state.
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