Energy Statistics India 2026 Report

• 31 Mar 2026

On 30th March 2026, the National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation released the Energy Statistics India 2026 report, providing a comprehensive overview of India’s energy sector.

Key Points

• Scope of Report:
  • Covers coal, lignite, petroleum, natural gas, and renewable energy.
  • Includes tools like energy balance tables and Sankey diagrams.
• Total Primary Energy Supply (TPES):
  • Increased by 2.95% in FY 2024-25.
  • Reached 9,32,816 KToE (Kilo Tonnes of oil Equivalent).
• Renewable Energy Growth:
  • Total potential: 47,04,043 MW.
  • Solar accounts for ~71%.
  • Major states: Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh.
• Installed Renewable Capacity:
  • Increased from 90,134 MW (2016) to 2,29,346 MW (2025).
  • CAGR of 10.93%.
• Renewable Electricity Generation: Grew from 1,89,314 GWh (2015-16) to 4,16,823 GWh (2024-25).
• Energy Consumption Trends:
  • Per capita consumption rose to 18,096 Mega Joule (MJ) [from 15,296 MJ].
  • Total Final Consumption reached 6,08,578 KToE.
• Efficiency Improvements: Transmission & distribution losses reduced from ~22% to 17%.
• Fossil Fuel Dependence:
  • Coal remains dominant (5,52,315 KToE in 2024-25).
  • Oil and gas consumption also rising.
• Investment Trends: Credit flow to energy sector increased from ₹1,688 crore (2021) to ₹10,325 crore (2025).
• New Features in Report:
  • Data on credit flow, global energy trends.
  • Industry-wise electricity consumption.
  • Aviation and marine fuel data.
  • Standardised end-use sectors.
• Significance:
  • Reflects rising energy demand with economic growth.
  • Highlights shift towards renewable energy.
  • Supports evidence-based policy-making in energy planning.