New Delhi: The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has announced a new mandate requiring prior registration for the import of specified solar and wind power equipment under the Renewable Energy Equipment Import Monitoring System (REEIMS), effective from November 1, 2025. This move targets enhanced monitoring and regulation of critical renewable energy components imported into India, aiming to secure and streamline the nation’s clean-energy supply chain.
The new import policy amendments apply to items classified under Chapters 70, 73, 84, and 85 of the ITC (HS) 2022 Schedule-I, covering essential components such as solar glass, photovoltaic (PV) cells, wind turbine parts, and electric motors. Importers must now register these products on REEIMS, a system managed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), before bringing them into the country.
Mandatory Registration and Compliance Details
Importers dealing with solar glass and PV cells, identified under HS codes 70071900, 85414200, and 85414300, must secure prior registration on REEIMS. Similarly, key wind power equipment components—including towers, gearboxes, bearing housings, and motors—falling under specific HS codes like 73082019, 84833000, 84834000, 85016420, 85016430, 85023100, and 85030090, are also included in the monitoring framework.
Each registration will be valid for three months, allowing multiple consignments through the same port without additional fees. Importers must submit applications at least two days before air cargo shipments and five days in advance for sea or land transport.
Ensuring Transparency and Strengthening the Renewable Supply Chain
A critical aspect of the new system is the requirement for importers to declare the intended end-use of the equipment during registration. This will help the government track the utilisation of imported renewable energy products, ensuring transparency and better oversight of the clean energy sector.
By providing real-time data on import volumes and trends, REEIMS aims to support policymakers and industry stakeholders in assessing domestic manufacturing capacity and reducing dependency on foreign imports.
Industry Response
Borosil Renewables Ltd, a leading Indian manufacturer of solar glass, welcomed the DGFT’s circular dated October 10, 2025, describing the move as a positive step toward streamlining the renewable energy supply chain. The company highlighted that mandatory registration under REEIMS will support sector growth by ensuring better tracking of critical component imports.
Industry experts also noted that the initiative aligns with India’s broader goal of promoting local manufacturing of renewable energy equipment and increasing self-reliance in the clean energy ecosystem.
This new regulatory framework marks a significant step by the Indian government to enhance control over renewable energy imports, bolster domestic manufacturing, and support the country’s ambitious clean energy targets.
