The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), along with the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), has issued a call for proposals (CfP) for pilot projects aimed at producing green hydrogen using biomass-based or other innovative technologies. The CfP provides a total financial support of Rs 1 billion, with a maximum support of Rs 0.25 billion available to each pilot project.
Furthermore, the financial support varies for government and private entities under the scheme. Private entities are eligible to receive up to 80 per cent of the total equipment cost or a maximum support of Rs 250 million per pilot project, whichever is less. In contrast, government organisations can avail up to 100 per cent of the total equipment cost or a maximum support of Rs 250 million per pilot project, whichever is less.
The scheme will support expenditure related to equipment and retrofitting required for the production of green hydrogen and its derivatives through innovative models and pathways. It will also cover costs linked to the application of these technologies. However, operating or recurring expenses such as manpower, consumables, renewable electricity generation or procurement, and land or water sourcing will not be eligible for funding. Additionally, civil construction costs will not be supported under the project. The deadline for submission of proposals is January 27, 2026.
