India’s green hydrogen ecosystem is gaining significant momentum, with thirteen states either announcing dedicated green hydrogen policies or incorporating hydrogen-related provisions into their existing renewable energy and industrial frameworks. Highlighting the growing role of states in advancing the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM), Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi stated that six states have already notified dedicated green hydrogen policies, while seven others have integrated hydrogen-focused measures into broader policy initiatives. The minister made these remarks while launching the Green Hydrogen Certification Portal of India at a national workshop focused on strengthening the implementation of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Green Hydrogen Certification Portal Launched
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has developed the Green Hydrogen Certification Portal to streamline certification processes and ensure regulatory compliance under the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India. The portal is expected to enhance transparency, improve traceability, and provide a robust framework for certifying green hydrogen production across the country. This initiative is seen as a critical step in building investor confidence and supporting the growth of India’s emerging green hydrogen market.
Dedicated Policies Offer Strong Incentives
According to Joshi, States are playing a pivotal role in accelerating green hydrogen adoption by providing policy certainty, financial incentives, and regulatory support for hydrogen production, storage, transportation, and end-use applications. The six States that have introduced dedicated green hydrogen policies are Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Uttarakhand.
These policies offer a range of incentives, including capital subsidies, land and water allocation support, electricity-related benefits, stamp duty exemptions, and assistance for establishing electrolyser manufacturing facilities, hydrogen refuelling stations, and hydrogen hubs.
Maharashtra and Gujarat Lead with Comprehensive Support Packages
Among the states, Maharashtra and Gujarat have unveiled some of the most comprehensive incentive frameworks for green hydrogen development. Their policies include capital subsidies ranging from 20% to 30%, significant exemptions on transmission and wheeling charges, and targeted support for hydrogen mobility projects and industrial decarbonisation initiatives. These measures are expected to attract large-scale investments while helping industries transition toward low-carbon operations.
Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Uttarakhand Focus on Investment and Innovation
Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal have prioritized investment promotion through incentives such as SGST reimbursement schemes, streamlined approvals, and the establishment of Centres of Excellence for green hydrogen research and innovation. Uttarakhand has extended all existing renewable energy incentives to green hydrogen projects, creating a supportive environment for developers and investors seeking to establish hydrogen-related infrastructure in the State.
Seven States Integrate Hydrogen into Existing Policies
In addition to dedicated policies, seven States have incorporated green hydrogen provisions into their broader renewable energy or industrial development frameworks. These States include Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, and Assam. By embedding hydrogen-related incentives within existing policy structures, these States are laying the groundwork for future investments while aligning their energy transition strategies with national decarbonisation goals.
Rajasthan’s Integrated Clean Energy Policy Stands Out
Rajasthan has emerged as a notable example through its Integrated Clean Energy Policy 2024, which promotes the development of Green Hydrogen Parks and integrated renewable energy-plus-hydrogen facilities. The policy also supports the creation of manufacturing ecosystems for electrolysers, hydrogen storage systems, and transportation infrastructure, positioning Rajasthan as a potential hub for green hydrogen production and exports.
The momentum is expected to continue, with Haryana, Punjab, Bihar, and Kerala currently in the advanced stages of finalising their dedicated green hydrogen policies. Draft proposals under consideration include capital subsidies for hydrogen production and manufacturing, reductions in power costs through duty and wheeling charge waivers, land allocation support, stamp duty exemptions, and incentives for establishing hydrogen hubs. Once approved, these policies are likely to further strengthen India’s green hydrogen ecosystem and accelerate investments across the value chain.
Strengthening India’s Clean Energy Future
The growing participation of States highlights the increasing alignment between national and regional efforts to build a robust green hydrogen economy. As reported by thehindubusinessline.com, with supportive policy frameworks, targeted incentives, and improved regulatory mechanisms such as the Green Hydrogen Certification Portal, India is steadily creating the conditions needed to scale green hydrogen production, attract investment, support industrial decarbonisation, and achieve its long-term clean energy and net-zero ambitions.
