Union Cabinet approves INR 14,500 crore VGF scheme for 92 GWh grid-scale storage (60 GWh pumped hydro, 30 GWh BESS, 2 GWh other) – tariff-based bidding FY27–FY31
تأهيل مسبق – India
National storage programme set to bring a wave of BESS and pumped-hydro tenders from discoms and states; BESS integrators, PSP civil contractors and grid EPC firms should track the upcoming bids (40% domestic content for BESS).
| Type | Pre-qualification / EOI |
|---|---|
| Status | Open – deadline not published |
| Country | India · Nationwide |
| Client / owner | Government of India (Ministry of Power) with state governments and discoms |
| Value | INR 97,600 crore (est. investment; INR 14,500 crore VGF) |
| Announced | 04 Nov 2026 |
| Project type | Power plants & renewables, Substations & transmission grids |
Trades and packages needed
- Solar PV & battery storage (main package)
- MV/HV substations & transmission lines (main package)
- Cables, switchgear & electrical materials
- Tunnelling & microtunnelling
- Concrete works (in-situ)
- Mechanical erection & equipment installation
- BMS, controls & SCADA
What to do
Early stage – get on the client's or bidders' vendor lists now.