India aims to achieve 5 million metric tonnes (MMT) of annual green hydrogen production capacity by 2030 under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The initiative is expected to attract over ₹8 lakh crore in investments, generate more than six lakh jobs, reduce fossil fuel imports by approximately ₹1 lakh crore and help avert nearly 50 MMT of carbon dioxide emissions annually.
Key Highlights
- 5 MMT annual capacity target: India aims to achieve this green hydrogen production capacity by 2030.
- ₹8 lakh crore investment potential: The mission is expected to generate over six lakh jobs across multiple sectors.
- Lower emissions and imports: Green hydrogen could help avoid nearly 50 MMT of annual CO₂ emissions and reduce cumulative fossil fuel imports by approximately ₹1 lakh crore by 2030.
- Six states with dedicated policies: Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and West Bengal have notified green hydrogen policies.
New Delhi, Oct 28: India is targeting 5 million metric tonnes (MMT) of annual green hydrogen production capacity by 2030, marking a major step towards a cleaner and more self-reliant energy economy. The target is being pursued under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, which aims to reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels, strengthen energy security and position India as a competitive player in the global clean energy market. According to an official factsheet, the mission is expected to reduce cumulative fossil fuel imports by approximately ₹1 lakh crore by 2030.
The mission is also expected to drive investment, industrial development and employment generation. It aims to mobilise over ₹8 lakh crore in investments and create more than six lakh jobs across manufacturing, infrastructure, research and project development. The targeted production and use of green hydrogen could help avert nearly 50 million metric tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually, supporting India’s industrial decarbonisation efforts and broader climate objectives. Green hydrogen is produced using renewable energy to split water into hydrogen and oxygen, offering potential applications in sectors where emissions are difficult to reduce.
State governments are developing policies to support the expansion of the sector. Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and West Bengal have notified dedicated green hydrogen policies, while Haryana, Punjab, Bihar and Kerala are finalising their draft policies. Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Telangana and Chhattisgarh have integrated hydrogen into existing industrial and renewable energy policy frameworks. These measures are intended to encourage investment, develop infrastructure and support the growth of domestic production capabilities.
India is also expanding international cooperation and certification mechanisms. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), directly or through the National Institute of Solar Energy, has signed memoranda of understanding, letters of intent or joint declarations with Australia, Finland, France, Germany, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Uzbekistan. An India–US Hydrogen Task Force has been established under the Strategic Clean Energy Partnership, while green hydrogen is also a focus area of the India–US New and Emerging Renewable Energy Technology Action Platform. In April 2025, MNRE launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India, with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency accrediting agencies for monitoring, verification and certification. A dedicated portal became operational in June 2026 to support transparent certification and compliance. These initiatives aim to strengthen market confidence, encourage industrial investment and help Indian producers compete internationally.
India’s 5 MMT green hydrogen target represents a significant ambition for clean energy development, industrial growth and emissions reduction. Continued investment, supportive state policies, reliable certification and international partnerships will be important to advancing the National Green Hydrogen Mission and India’s net-zero target for 2070.
