The SECI is calling for proposals to establish Green Hydrogen Hubs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The mission aims to create regions that can support large-scale production and use of green hydrogen. This initiative will fund at least two such hubs by the fiscal year 2025-26, with a budget of ₹200 crore allocated for this period.
The bid submission deadline is October 7, 2024, and the bid opening date is October 8, 2024. The tender fee is ₹59,000. These hydrogen hubs will involve a collaboration of resources from the central and state governments, local authorities, and industry players to build a hydrogen ecosystem efficiently.
Hydrogen hubs are designated areas with networks for producing, storing, processing, and transporting green hydrogen. They may be located on land or near ports to facilitate exports. Ideal locations include regions with clusters of refineries, fertilizer plants, and other relevant industries. Each hub should have a planned capacity of at least 100,000 metric tonnes per year, with higher capacities being prioritized. The development will use existing infrastructure where possible, and projects will be mapped under PM Gati Shakti for coordinated growth.
The goal of the scheme is to develop large-scale green hydrogen production, enhance its cost-competitiveness compared to fossil fuels, and support its use and export. The infrastructure funded will include storage, transportation, and distribution facilities, such as pipelines, refueling stations, and power transmission upgrades.
Applicants should have a proven track record in developing supporting infrastructure and are restricted to submitting proposals for a maximum of one project. The total financial aid available per applicant is capped at ₹100 crore. Proposals will be evaluated based on the criteria outlined in the CfP document, and multiple proposals from the same entity or its affiliates will be disqualified. Joint ventures or consortiums are limited to one proposal per partner.
The executing agency will need to complete the projects by March 31, 2026. Any delays beyond this date, up to six months, will be permitted with justification and without penalty. Delays beyond six months will incur penalties, up to 0.5% of the total financial assistance provided. The penalties are to ensure timely project completion, and SECI is not required to prove any financial loss due to delays.
Please view the document here for more details.
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