India's National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) has emerged as a cornerstone of the country's clean energy transition strategy. Through a combination of policy incentives, research and development, infrastructure creation, international partnerships, certification mechanisms and industrial deployment, India aims to establish itself as a global hub for Green Hydrogen production, utilization and export. Recent developments including India-UK cooperation on hydrogen safety standards, Green Ammonia agreements for the fertilizer sector, Green Hydrogen certification frameworks, pilot projects and international collaborations indicate rapid progress towards achieving the Mission's objectives.
The National Green Hydrogen Mission was launched in January 2023 with a total financial outlay of ₹19,744 crore. The Mission seeks to accelerate decarbonization of hard-to-abate sectors, reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels, strengthen energy security and create a globally competitive green hydrogen industry.The Mission is expected to support:
Green Hydrogen refers to hydrogen produced using renewable energy sources such as solar and wind energy through the process of electrolysis. Under India's notified standards, hydrogen qualifies as "green" when lifecycle emissions remain below 2 kg CO₂ equivalent per kg of hydrogen produced.Biomass-based hydrogen production is also eligible under the green category provided the emission threshold remains within prescribed limits.
The SIGHT Programme represents the flagship financial incentive mechanism under NGHM.Key features include:
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Allocation | ₹17,490 crore |
| Objective | Promote Green Hydrogen and Electrolyser Manufacturing |
| Implementing Agency | SECI |
| Duration | Up to FY 2029-30 |
Through competitive bidding, incentives have been awarded to:
To ensure transparency, traceability and credibility, the Government launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI) in April 2025.The scheme:
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) serves as the nodal authority for accrediting monitoring and certification agencies.
A major development occurred with the India–UK Conference on Green Hydrogen Standards and Safety Protocols held in New Delhi on 27 February 2026.The conference was organized by the National Centre for Hydrogen Safety (NCHS) under MNRE in collaboration with the British High Commission and WRI India.The deliberations focused on:
Institutions such as PESO and BIS emphasized the need for globally aligned hydrogen safety regulations and standards.
Research and innovation constitute a critical pillar of NGHM.The dedicated R&D programme has:
The 1st Green Hydrogen R&D Conference 2025 launched a ₹100 crore Call for Proposals specifically targeting start-ups.Key features:
To promote indigenous technology development, the Mission has introduced the Strategic Hydrogen Innovation Partnership (SHIP).The programme seeks collaboration among:
Major institutions include:
The objective is to build globally competitive hydrogen technologies and strengthen domestic manufacturing capabilities.
India is developing integrated Green Hydrogen Hubs to facilitate production, consumption and exports.Recognized Green Hydrogen Hubs include:
| Port | State |
|---|---|
| Deendayal Port Authority | Gujarat |
| V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority | Tamil Nadu |
| Paradip Port Authority | Odisha |
These hubs are expected to serve as future export gateways and industrial clusters.
The fertilizer industry remains one of the largest consumers of ammonia.To reduce dependence on imported grey ammonia:
Expected benefits include:
Five pilot projects have been launched to assess:
Hydrogen mobility pilots have been initiated across ten routes involving:
Significant milestones include:
NTPC commissioned the world's highest altitude Green Hydrogen Mobility Project at Leh (3,650 metres), demonstrating hydrogen performance under extreme climatic conditions.
India is actively expanding global hydrogen partnerships.
Focus areas include:
The collaboration has generated over:
SECI signed an MoU with H2Global Stiftung to facilitate:
MoUs signed with Sembcorp Industries support:
At the World Hydrogen Summit 2025 in Rotterdam, India showcased:
India reiterated its commitment towards:
The National Green Hydrogen Mission is strategically important because it:
India's Green Hydrogen ecosystem is transitioning rapidly from policy formulation to implementation. Through a combination of financial incentives, certification systems, research support, industrial deployment, international partnerships and infrastructure development, the National Green Hydrogen Mission is creating a comprehensive framework for a low-carbon future. Successful implementation of the Mission could position India among the world's leading producers and exporters of Green Hydrogen while simultaneously strengthening energy security, industrial competitiveness and climate resilience.
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