1. What is ALMM?
The ALMM (Approved List of Models & Manufacturers) is a compulsory certification that was introduced by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) in India. It certifies that Solar PV Modules (List‑I) and/or from June 2026 Solar Cells (List‑II) are being procured from established, dependable, and domestically proven manufacturers.
Suppliers mentioned against ALMM are applicable only to government (SECI, PM-KUSUM & other Central / State schemes) supported projects.
2. Why ALMM Certification Matters
- Assured Quality & Compliance
Roles such as factory inspection, where modules are made in true, traceable factories ALMM), that sets a layer of trust above and beyond things like obtaining BIS certifications.
- Tender & Bid Eligibility
Government tenders and public-funded solar projects accept products listed in ALMM, so it is a commercial imperative.
- Bankability & Investor Confidence
Banks and investors have confidence in the ALMM status as the assurance of manufacturing solvency and product quality. - Boost to Domestic Manufacturing
The scheme promotes local manufacturing to reduce dependence on imports, even more so now that cell manufacturing has become part of the ALMM requirements starting June 2026.
3. Short-Term Challenges vs. Long-Term Benefits
- Short-Term: Manufacturers might deal with high compliance costs, inspection-induced delays, and more rigorous standards.
- Extended: Having higher production quality – More efficiency/less failure and thus performance of the project through the total lifetime of a project.
4. ALMM’s Role in Project Viability
| Benefit | Impact on Viability |
| Quality Control | Reduces Module failures and maintenance costs |
| Guaranteed Eligibility | Helps win government contracts |
| Financial Support | Easier to secure financing |
| Lifecycle Performance | Delivers consistent, decades-long portfolio performance |
These benefits equate to lower project risk, higher ROI, and increased attractiveness to lenders and investors.
5. Spotlight: Solex Energy & ALMM
ALMM-Certified All the Way through Solex Energy is included in ALMM List‑I, and possesses BIS-certified credentials such as IS 14286:2010, IS/IEC 61730. And they have an MNRE approval for their Surat and Tadkeshwar units, reflecting their domestic compliance.
Quality-First Manufacturing
Solex focuses on the high-end raw material, the TOPCon cell technology, AI-enabled inspection, and online real-time traceability for its 4GW+ production.
Capacity & Expansion
Solex 1.5GW is in place, a 2.2GW TOPCon line is on the horizon, and scaling to 15GW by 2030, the company has made a significant investment in ALMM-compliant infrastructure.
6. Why Choose Solex ALMM-Certified Modules?
- Policy Compliance: Approved for government-sponsored projects and tenders.
- Improved Project Size Compatibility: Complies to BIS standards and advanced technology i.e, TOPCon and BifacialProfile.
- Performance Dependability: Designed to support longer warranties via modern quality check systems.
- Financial Comfort: Trusted by banks and lenders as an ALMM.
- Sustainable Growth: Dedicated to growing the responsible, domestic supply.
ALMM—Cornerstone to Solar Triumph in India
The certification of ALMM has transformed solar project feasibility in India by ensuring the quality, policy adherence, and financial trust for investors. Companies like Solex Energy, which hosts ALMM certified, bis supported and ultra modern module lines, are driving this change.
When developers select Solex’s ALMM-listed modules, they get a reliable, scalable, and finance-friendly base that enables solar projects to be more viable and sustainable than ever.
ALMM is more than a regulatory checkmark — it’s a valuable asset for solar projects with staying power and growth. Developers have a dependable partner in the form of Solex Energy, providing them with certified quality and future-proof innovation.
