ACME Solar
ACME Solar Holdings is an India-listed renewable energy IPP developing, building, and operating utility-scale solar, wind, hybrid, and FDRE (solar-wind-battery) projects under 25-year PPAs with government off-takers like SECI, SJVN, NHPC, and state DISCOMs across 11 states.
- Company typePublic
- Founded2003
- HeadquartersGurugram, India
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What ACME Solar does
ACME Solar Holdings Limited is an India-based renewable energy Independent Power Producer (IPP) listed on BSE and NSE since November 2024. Founded in 2003 by Manoj Kumar Upadhyay as part of ACME Group, the company entered the renewable energy sector in 2009 and commissioned its first solar plant in 2012. It develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale solar photovoltaic, wind, hybrid, and Firm & Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) projects that combine solar, wind, and battery energy storage to deliver round-the-clock power. The portfolio spans approximately 7.39 GW contracted across 11 Indian states, with 2,918 MW operational, 4,472 MW under construction, and ~591 MW / 2,031 MWh of battery energy storage system (BESS) capacity already commissioned toward a 10 GWh target by 2027.
The core product architecture centers on four categories: ~3,140–3,440 MW of utility-scale solar PV, ~150 MW of wind capacity, 3,380–3,480 MW of hybrid/FDRE integrating approximately 15 GWh of BESS, and standalone ISTS-connected BESS projects in Rajasthan. A flagship 1,200 MW ISTS solar installation across four SPVs connects to the Fatehgarh pooling substation. Revenue is generated primarily through 25-year fixed-tariff Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) won via competitive reverse auctions at Rs 6.28/kWh (SECI FDRE) and Rs 6.74/kWh (SJVN FDRE), with secondary revenue from BESS merchant-market arbitrage currently generating ~Rs 2.2 crore per day.
Customers are concentrated in government and quasi-government off-takers — Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), SJVN, NHPC, state DISCOMs, and Railway Energy Management Company (REMCL) — with Tata Power-D as a corporate offtake. Distribution runs entirely through competitive bidding processes and direct PPA negotiations rather than consumer-facing channels. ACME also operates a 1.2 GW solar PV module manufacturing facility in Jaipur (under MKU Holdings) and is pioneering Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia projects in Duqm, Oman (with Yara offtake) and Odisha. FY26 total revenue reached Rs 2,507 crore (+59.2% YoY) with PAT of Rs 498 crore (nearly doubled from Rs 251 crore in FY25).
ACME Solar firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- ACME Solar
- Legal name
- ACME Solar Holdings Limited
- Website
- https://acmesolar.in
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 2003
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- ACME Solar Holdings is an India-listed renewable energy IPP developing, building, and operating utility-scale solar, wind, hybrid, and FDRE (solar-wind-battery) projects under 25-year PPAs with government off-takers like SECI, SJVN, NHPC, and state DISCOMs across 11 states.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
ACME Solar industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Utility-Scale Renewable Energy Generation
- NAICS
- Solar Electric Power Generation (221114), Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution (2211)
- SIC
- Electric Services (4911), Electrical Work (1731)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Utility-Scale PV EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) (EUACAGAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB), Solar PV Power Plant EPC (Utility-Scale) (EUAEAAAG)
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Where ACME Solar is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Gurugram
- HQ country
- India
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices3 records
Markets served
ACME Solar business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel
Revenue model
- Power Sales through PPAs: ACME Solar generates revenue primarily through long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with government-backed entities like SECI, SJVN, NHPC, and state DISCOMs. Tariffs are fixed under competitive bidding processes (e.g., Rs 6.28/kWh for FDRE projects). Revenue visibility is provided by contracted capacity of 8,071 MW with 6,570 MW already having signed PPAs.
- Merchant Power Sales and BESS Arbitrage: Battery Energy Storage Systems generate revenue through tariff arbitrage by charging during off-peak periods and discharging during peak demand. The company reported generating approximately Rs 2.2 crore per day through BESS merchant market operations. This provides upside revenue beyond contracted PPAs.
- Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP): Equity capital raise from institutional investors including domestic mutual funds, insurance companies, and foreign investors (BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority). Successfully raised Rs 2,800 crore in June 2026.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | FDRE (Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy) tariff under 25-year PPA |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Project Financing - Term Loans |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels3 records
ACME Solar product offering
Product offeringCore offering
ACME Solar is a renewable energy Independent Power Producer that develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale solar, wind, hybrid, and FDRE (Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy) power projects, generating electricity sold through long-term Power Purchase Agreements with government entities and corporate customers. The company manages a ~7.39 GW portfolio across 11 Indian states, with ~2,918 MW operational and ~4,472 MW under construction, including one of India's largest BESS deployments (over 591 MW/2,031 MWh).
Product overview
ACME Solar Holdings Limited is one of India's largest renewable energy Independent Power Producers (IPPs) operating a diverse portfolio of clean energy assets. The company manages approximately 7.39 GW across four core product categories: Solar Power Projects (3,140-3,440 MW), Wind Power Projects (~150 MW), Hybrid/FDRE Projects (3,380-3,480 MW with ~15 GWh BESS), and Standalone Battery Energy Storage Systems. The portfolio is geographically distributed across 11 Indian states with major installations in Rajasthan, Gujarat, and other regions. Strategic initiatives include a 1.2 GW solar PV module manufacturing facility in Jaipur and Green Hydrogen/Ammonia projects in Oman and Odisha. The company operates through multiple wholly-owned subsidiaries including ACME Sun Power Private Limited, ACME Surya Power Private Limited, ACME Suryodaya Private Limited, ACME Renewtech Sixth Private Limited, and ACME Eco Clean Energy Private Limited. Total operational capacity stands at 2,918 MW with 4,472 MW under construction.
Differentiator
Problem solved
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Products and services
- Utility-Scale Solar Power Projects Utility-scale solar photovoltaic power generation projects delivering clean and affordable energy to government and corporate offtakers under long-term PPAs. ACME Solar manages approximately 3,140-3,440 MW of solar capacity across India.
- Utility-Scale Wind Power Projects Wind power generation capacity delivering reliable renewable energy. ACME Solar operates approximately 150 MW of wind capacity, including a 100 MW wind project in Surendranagar district, Gujarat.
- Hybrid / FDRE (Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy) Projects Integrated renewable energy projects combining solar, wind and battery energy storage systems (BESS) providing stable, uninterrupted round-the-clock power generation with minimum 85% annual availability. ACME Solar's hybrid/FDRE portfolio includes ~3,380-3,480 MW of combined capacity with ~15 GWh of battery storage.
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Standalone and integrated battery energy storage solutions providing grid stability, energy arbitrage, and renewable energy integration. Operational capacity of 591.18 MW/2,031.24 MWh (over 2 GWh) deployed across subsidiaries including ACME Sun Power, ACME Surya Power, and ACME Suryodaya in Rajasthan, generating approximately Rs 2.2 crore per day through merchant market operations.
- 1,200 MW ISTS Solar Project (Flagship) Flagship 1,200 MW ISTS-connected solar power installation spanning four SPVs across 4,400 acres with precision-engineered solar modules, advanced inverters and transformers, connected to the Fatehgarh pooling substation. Sets a benchmark for large-scale renewable power generation in India.
Quantifiable outcome
- FY26 PAT nearly doubled to Rs 498 crore from Rs 251 crore in FY25
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Companies that use ACME Solar
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
ACME Solar technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
ACME Solar partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators11 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights6 records
ACME Solar competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Sembcorp Industries (India Renewables): Owns and operates utility-scale renewable energy projects in India following the acquisition of ReNew Power's stake. Competitor in solar/wind/hybrid IPP space and overlaps on SECI/DISCOM offtake.
- Adani Green Energy: India's largest renewable IPP with utility-scale solar, wind and hybrid capacity. Directly comparable to ACME Solar on technology, customer base (DISCOMs/SECI tenders), and long-term PPA business model; the two are most often named together as execution leaders in Indian renewables.
- Tata Power Renewable Energy: Tata Power's renewables arm develops and operates utility-scale solar, wind and hybrid projects in India and is also a buyer of FDRE from IPPs like ACME. Overlaps directly on project type, geography and offtake counterparties.
- JSW Energy: Listed Indian IPP expanding aggressively into solar, wind and battery storage with a target of 10 GW renewable capacity. Comparable business model (utility-scale renewable generation under long-term PPAs) and competes for the same SECI/SJVN/NHPC tenders as ACME.
- ReNew Power: One of India's largest renewable IPPs with utility-scale solar, wind and hybrid capacity. Competes head-to-head with ACME in government tenders and shares the same customer base of state DISCOMs and central PSUs.
- Greenko Group: Indian renewable IPP with significant solar, wind and large-scale pumped hydro storage. Directly comparable on the FDRE/round-the-clock renewable thesis ACME is pursuing via BESS, and operates under similar long-term PPA structures.
- Hero Future Energies: Indian renewable IPP focused on utility-scale solar, wind and hybrid projects with battery storage integration. Competes for similar government tenders and serves the same DISCOM/industrial customer base.
Broad incumbents
- Reliance New Energy / Reliance Industries: Large conglomerate building a renewables + green hydrogen + battery storage platform in India through Reliance New Energy. Overlaps with ACME on solar EPC, BESS and green hydrogen ambitions but as part of a much broader portfolio with deeper balance sheet.
- NHPC Limited: Central government hydropower IPP that has expanded into solar and FDRE tenders and is both a customer (NHPC awarded ACME 250 MW FDRE) and a competitor in India's renewable tender market. Comparable on PPA structure and offtake dynamics.
Others
- Suzlon Energy: India's largest wind turbine manufacturer and wind IPP. Comparable through its wind energy generation business, particularly relevant to ACME's 150 MW wind portfolio and hybrid/FDRE strategy that integrates wind with solar and storage.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
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ACME Solar social profiles
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ACME Solar leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles7 records
ACME Solar subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries12 records
ACME Solar funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds10 records
Investors18 records
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ACME Solar M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about ACME Solar
What does ACME Solar do?
ACME Solar is a renewable energy Independent Power Producer that develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale solar, wind, hybrid, and FDRE (Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy) power projects, generating electricity sold through long-term Power Purchase Agreements with government entities and corporate customers. The company manages a ~7.39 GW portfolio across 11 Indian states, with ~2,918 MW operational and ~4,472 MW under construction, including one of India's largest BESS deployments (over 591 MW/2,031 MWh).
Is ACME Solar a public or private company?
ACME Solar is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was ACME Solar founded?
ACME Solar was founded in 2003. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is ACME Solar based?
ACME Solar is headquartered in Gurugram, India, in the Asia region.
How does ACME Solar make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Power Sales through PPAs are the primary driver. The others are merchant Power Sales and BESS Arbitrage and qualified Institutions Placement (QIP).
Who are ACME Solar's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Sembcorp Industries (India Renewables), Adani Green Energy, Tata Power Renewable Energy, JSW Energy, ReNew Power, Greenko Group and Hero Future Energies. Broad incumbents are Reliance New Energy / Reliance Industries and NHPC Limited. Suzlon Energy is listed as an others.
Does ACME Solar have an API?
No public API is recorded for ACME Solar.
What industry is ACME Solar in?
ACME Solar's product category is Utility-Scale Renewable Energy Generation. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUACAGAB, Utility-Scale PV EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction), with a secondary code of EUAMABAB, Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System). Its NAICS code is 221114 and its SIC code is 4911.