How much does a utility-scale solar power plant cost in India?

A ground-mount solar plant typically runs about Rs 2.7 to 4.2 crore per MWp (DC) all-in for a full EPC, depending on DCR versus non-DCR modules, fixed-tilt versus tracker mounting, and evacuation distance. Use the ShakeDeal solar cost estimator for an itemised, project-specific figure with a low-base-high band.

What is the cost difference between DCR and non-DCR solar modules?

DCR (Domestic Content Requirement) modules are made with Indian-manufactured cells and cost more than open-market non-DCR modules, roughly Rs 17 to 21 per Wp for genuine DCR versus Rs 14 to 16.5 per Wp for non-DCR. DCR is mandatory for many government-linked schemes such as PM-KUSUM and CPSU.

What is included in a solar BOM?

A utility-scale solar BOM covers modules, mounting structure, DC cabling and earthing, inverters, LT and HT panels, transformers, bus duct, evacuation (DP yard, bay extension, transmission line), SCADA and monitoring, civil works, and installation and commissioning.

How accurate is the solar cost estimate?

It is a planning-grade estimate with a low-base-high band, benchmarked against real BOMs ShakeDeal has sourced, not a spot index. For a firm, line-item number, request a benchmarked RFQ from ShakeDeal.

Can ShakeDeal supply DCR-compliant solar modules?

Yes. ShakeDeal sources factory-direct DCR and non-DCR modules and verifies ALMM List-II cell origin, so a low price is a genuine, compliant one. ShakeDeal also runs the module RFQ across integrated makers to compress the landed price.

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ShakeDeal sources and benchmarks utility-scale solar BOMs end to end, from DCR module compliance to full balance-of-system, the same AI-native desk that runs procurement for enterprises.

Your enquiry is with the solar sourcing desk

We have your project details. You do not need to submit anything again, and there is no form left to fill. If your timeline is tight, call the desk directly on the number in the panel and quote your company name.

What happens next

Within one business day A sourcing lead reads your scope Not an auto-reply. Someone who prices solar BOMs looks at your capacity, site and module preference, and comes back with the two or three questions that actually move the number.
Once the scope is agreed The RFQ goes out across makers The same scope, on identical commercial terms, to integrated module makers and balance-of-system suppliers. That tension is what compresses the landed price, rather than asking one vendor for a discount.
Back to you A costed BOM, line by line Modules, structure, DC and AC cabling, inverters, transformers, evacuation, civil, installation and commissioning. Each line benchmarked against BOMs we have already sourced, with ALMM List-II cell-origin checks where the scope is DCR.

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Re-run the cost estimator Change capacity, module type or scope and see how the capex band moves before the call. See how the sourcing desk works The same managed-service engine that runs enterprise procurement, applied to solar capex.

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