JVVNL Allows Hybrid Inverters For Rooftop Solar Systems In Rajasthan

In a major step toward upgrading power infrastructure in Rajasthan, Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (JVVNL) has issued an order allowing the use of hybrid inverters for rooftop solar systems. The directive was released by the Office of the Superintending Engineer on February 20, 2026. The move is expected to benefit residential as well as commercial consumers installing Rooftop Solar (RTS) systems.

JVVNL said the decision comes at a time when renewable energy capacity is increasing rapidly across the state. With more solar power being connected to the grid, maintaining grid stability, managing peak demand, and ensuring power quality have become important. By permitting hybrid inverters, the utility is also promoting the use of battery energy storage systems. These systems allow users to store surplus solar power generated during the day and use it later during peak demand hours or power outages. This helps address the intermittent nature of solar energy.

The order follows guidelines issued by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), which allow rooftop solar installations to integrate technologies such as battery storage, solar trackers, and small wind hybrids. However, JVVNL clarified that Central Financial Assistance or subsidies will continue to be calculated only on the installed solar module capacity and not on battery storage.

Recently, the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) also updated its regulations to formally recognize battery storage as part of a renewable energy-generating system. This enables consumers with hybrid systems to participate in net metering, group net metering, and virtual net metering schemes.

JVVNL has directed that all hybrid installations must comply with existing safety and technical standards. The policy is expected to support higher rooftop solar adoption while improving power reliability and demand management in Jaipur and nearby areas.