By Editor Are you aware of the fact that right now, as we speak in 2025, India actually is the 3rd largest solar energy producer in the entire world after China and the USA? Well, that’s a fact not a lot of people are aware of. And the thing is, this solar energy production expansion is going on at a full pace, with solar plants being established or planned in every part of the country, and, other than that, even the general public is taking an interest in this tech right now. But for now, let’s skip all that and talk about the Top 5 Highest Solar Energy Producing States in India 2025. Shall we?
1. Rajasthan – 33.46 GW
Rajasthan was the best in 2025, and it is not surprising because this is the only state in India that has achieved and exceeded the original solar target instead of just reaching it. With an enormous 33.46 gigawatts of installed solar capacity, Rajasthan is miles ahead of the trend. Rajasthan is at the very top not only because of the number of projects but also the quality of projects. The Bhadla Solar Park, known worldwide as the largest solar park in the world, is located here and is producing a huge amount of 2245 megawatts of solar power. The state has basically transformed its once desolate areas into the largest clean energy hub in India, with its intense sun and vast desert area. Without a doubt, a very deserved number one place.
2. Gujarat – 18.13 GW
Just barely in the second position, Gujarat has demonstrated that it’s not only a matter of the size of the industry but that the state is also a leader in the renewable power sector. With a total installed capacity of 18.13 gigawatts, Gujarat remains one of the solar-centric states in India. Gujarat’s rooftop solar expansion is a notable point among others, as it has a capacity of 3.8 GW, which is one of the highest in India. The state is setting new records of solar power installation to the point that other states are still in their planning stage of solar projects, whether it is from Charanka Solar Park or the next Kutch Renewable Energy Park.
3. Maharashtra – 9.88 GW
For this year, Maharashtra has moved to the third position after passing some states that have been strong solar players for a long time. With a total capacity of 9.88 gigawatts, it is evident that the state has gone large, particularly via the implementation of solar energy in the industrial and rural sectors. One major thing that differentiates Maharashtra from other places is its special concentration on open-access solar systems and agro-solar projects. So as to cite, the village of Manyachiwadi has turned into a village that completely runs on solar energy.
4. Tamil Nadu – 9.77 GW
Ranking fourth, Tamil Nadu is very close to Maharashtra, and with 9.77 GW of installed capacity, it is still one of the states that are most balanced in the matter of wind and solar integration. The Kamuthi Solar Power Project, a landmark achievement in the history of Tamil Nadu, is still delivering green power on a large scale with its 648 MW capacity.
5. Karnataka – 9.31 GW
Karnataka still ranks fifth overall and has a capacity of 9.31 GW of solar power, which is quite impressive. Although it has gone down a few spots in the last couple of years, the state is known as one of the first solar power leaders in India. The Pavagada Solar Park, with a stable output of 2,050 megawatts, continues to be an impressive illustration of solar energy on a large scale that was implemented well. The power of Karnataka is its solar potential throughout the year, and now many districts are preparing for the establishment of new solar parks that could allow the state to surpass this list in the coming few years or so.
Conclusion
There you have it. Surely, the solar energy projects are going on literally everywhere in the country, but by far, these are the highest solar energy-producing states in India, and Rajasthan is at the top because of its location, the biggest land area, as well as the open desert to lay down one of the biggest solar energy plants in the country.