Jupiter International Expands Solar Cell Capacity
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The expansion by Jupiter International is expected to positively impact the renewable energy sector by increasing the availability of high-efficiency solar cells, potentially driving down costs and accelerating solar adoption. This development also signals a positive outlook for domestic manufacturing in India, creating jobs and strengthening the nation's clean energy transition.
Jupiter International has inaugurated its Unit IV at its Baddi manufacturing campus in India — Himachal Pradesh, adding 1.25 GW of TOPCon solar cell manufacturing capacity. This expansion, which involved an investment of Rs 550 crore, increases Jupiter International's total solar cell manufacturing capacity to 3.25 GW from 2 GW. The company is transitioning towards advanced TOPCon technology, which offers higher efficiency and improved long-term performance for solar cells. This milestone builds on a previous expansion of 1 GW mono PERC capacity earlier this year. The CEO, Dhruv Sharma, highlighted the company's focus on manufacturing excellence, sustainability, and job creation, and mentioned plans for a 3 GW TOPCon++ performance fab in India — Nagpur by the end of the year. The expansion is expected to create high-skilled green jobs in India — Himachal Pradesh and strengthen India's domestic solar manufacturing capabilities.
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