The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has re-opened the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) portal, giving renewable energy developers another opportunity to submit applications for investment protection under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) List-II.
Earlier, the Ministry had issued an order on May 25, 2026, stating that ALMM List-II would not be extended beyond June 1, 2026. At the same time, it introduced a special provision to safeguard investments already made by developers. Under this arrangement, developers were allowed to submit their claims and supporting information through a dedicated online portal managed by NISE.
The original deadline for submitting applications was June 30, 2026. After this date, the portal was closed to new submissions. However, following the closure, the Ministry received several requests from renewable energy developers and industry stakeholders seeking additional time to complete the application process.
After considering these requests, MNRE decided to re-open the portal and extend the deadline. Developers can now submit their claims until July 23, 2026. The extension is expected to benefit companies that were unable to complete their submissions before the earlier deadline, ensuring they still have an opportunity to seek investment protection under the ALMM transition framework.
Eligible developers can access the NISE Digital Compliance Requirement (DCR) portal to upload the necessary documents and information required for their applications. The Ministry has also clarified that the submission process will remain completely online, and no physical applications or offline documents will be accepted under any circumstances.
The decision provides significant relief to the renewable energy sector, particularly solar project developers who have already made investments based on earlier policy provisions. By extending the submission timeline, the government aims to ensure that genuine investment claims are not left out due to procedural delays. The move also supports a smoother transition under the revised ALMM framework while maintaining transparency through a fully digital application process. Developers are advised to complete their submissions before the revised deadline to avoid missing the final opportunity provided by the Ministry.
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