Is environmental clearance mandatory for green hydrogen plant?

Not for the electrolyser unit itself. However, if captive renewable plant >5 MW solar or >50 MW wind, EC under EIA 2006 Schedule 1 Item 1(d) is required.

What is the Green Hydrogen Standard for India?

MNRE notified on 18 May 2023 that green hydrogen must have well-to-gate emission ≤2 kg CO2-equivalent per kg of H2 (averaged over 12 months).

What is the SIGHT scheme incentive?

SIGHT (Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition) — incentives for domestic production of electrolysers and green H2. The green H2 incentive was ₹50/kg for first year, declining over 3 years. Exact current slab to be confirmed on MNRE SIGHT portal.

Are inter-state transmission charges waived for green hydrogen?

Yes — under the National Green Hydrogen Policy 2022, renewable energy used for green H2 production is exempted from inter-state transmission charges for **25 years**.

Is PESO licence required for hydrogen storage?

Yes — hydrogen is a compressed gas under Gas Cylinder Rules 2016 and SMPV Rules 1981. PESO Form B + SMPV Form A are mandatory for storage.

Can green hydrogen be blended with natural gas?

Yes — up to a specified blend ratio (typically 5-20% by volume) under MoPNG approval and PNGRB authorisation under PNGRB Act 2006.

What is the cost of setting up a green hydrogen plant?

For 1 MW electrolyser producing ~200 kg H2/day — capex ₹7-12 crore (electrolyser ₹3-5 crore + renewable captive + storage). Statutory costs: ₹1-5 lakh (composite).

Is foreign equity allowed in green hydrogen manufacturing?

Yes — under the FDI Policy, up to 100% FDI is permitted under automatic route for green hydrogen / renewable energy sector, subject to FEMA compliance.

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Green Hydrogen Plant

Complete green hydrogen plant license with I-Pro Solutions. Includes green hydrogen plant license online, document verification, government fee guidance and.

Statutory basis: The user brief mentions "MNRE Green Hydrogen Policy 2023" — **the correct date is 17 February 2022**, when the **National Green Hydrogen Policy** was notified by MNRE. The **National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM)** was subsequently launched on **4 January 2023** by the Union Cabinet with an outlay of ₹19,744 crore. Statutory basis: **Energy Conservation Act, 2001** (as amended by Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act, 2022 — Sections 14, 14A, 14B, 14C, 14D, 14E on Carbon Credit Trading Scheme and green hydrogen).

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7–14 Working Days

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₹1,57,499

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₹1,57,499

Professional + estimated government fee

Professional fee₹57,499 starts with

Government fee (est.)₹1,00,000 - ₹5,00,000

Turnaround7–14 Working Days

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CONFIRMEDverified 25 Aug 2026

Dedicated specialist

CA-led, named point of contact

Tracked client portal

Real-time status, end-to-end

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Refile-free if our error

Flat-fee pricing

No hidden charges, ever

About this service

Green Hydrogen Plant is a key regulatory filing administered by Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) — nodal ministry. Inter-sectoral coordination: Ministry of Power (for grid connectivity + open access); MoEFCC (for EIA if applicable); PESO (for storage); Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG — for blending with natural gas); Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS — IS 1460 for hydrogen, IS 7142 for cylinders).. Filing is executed via No single composite form. Component-wise forms: under The user brief mentions "MNRE Green Hydrogen Policy 2023" — **the correct date is 17 February 2022**, when the **National Green Hydrogen Policy** was notified by MNRE. The **National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM)** was subsequently launched on **4 January 2023** by the Union Cabinet with an outlay of ₹19,744 crore. Statutory basis: **Energy Conservation Act, 2001** (as amended by Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act, 2022 — Sections 14, 14A, 14B, 14C, 14D, 14E on Carbon Credit Trading Scheme and green hydrogen); **Electricity Act, 2003** — Section 61 (Tariff regulations) + Section 62 (open access); **Environment (Protection) Act, 1986** + EIA Notification 2006 (hydrogen production from non-renewable sources is Item 4(b)-like; green H2 via electrolysis may not need EC but supporting solar/wind plant may); **Explosives Act, 1884** + **Gas Cylinder Rules, 2016** + **Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 1981** (for storage/transport of compressed hydrogen); **Petroleum Act, 1934** (hydrogen classified as petroleum class under Petroleum Rules 2002). SIGHT (Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition) guidelines issued by MNRE in 2023-24 — incentive scheme for green H2 production.. Our specialist-led team ensures full compliance with statutory documentation, eligibility verification, and expedited government approval.

Eligibility & thresholds

Minimum

Valid identity & address proof of applicant
Active PAN & registered business premises
Authorized representative authorization

Maximum

Compliant under applicable regulatory laws
No pending statutory disqualifications
Valid across authorized operational jurisdictions

Statutory floor

Pre-filing statutory documentation verification
Official statutory fee schedule as per authority
Mandatory periodic compliance filings post-approval

What's included

Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.

Investor-Centric AOA Drafting

If you plan to raise institutional funding, standard Articles of Association (AOA) will not suffice. Venture capitalists demand specific clauses regarding right of first refusal (ROFR), tag-along/drag-along rights, and anti-dilution provisions. Our elite corporate lawyers draft sophisticated AOAs that anticipate future funding rounds, preventing costly and time-consuming structural overhauls when you secure term sheets.

Complex Multi-Founder Structuring

Co-founder disputes are the leading cause of early-stage startup failure. We don't just register your company; we advise on optimal equity splits, director roles, and authorized capital distribution. We provide templates for Co-Founder Agreements and vesting schedules, ensuring that the foundational relationship between partners is legally documented and aligned for long-term stability.

Rapid SPICe+ Processing Engine

Time is of the essence for startups. We utilize an advanced compliance engine that preemptively validates all data entered into the SPICe+ (INC-32) form. By cross-referencing PAN databases, checking DIN eligibility, and formatting registered office proofs perfectly, we eliminate typographical errors that typically cause frustrating ROC resubmission delays, ensuring first-pass approval.

Strategic Authorized Capital Advisory

Determining your initial Authorized Share Capital is a delicate balance. Set it too low, and you'll immediately face high fees to increase it during your first seed round. Set it too high, and you pay unnecessary upfront government stamp duty. We analyze your 12-to-18-month funding roadmap to recommend the exact optimal capital structure that minimizes immediate costs while accommodating your immediate growth.

ESOP Implementation Framework

Attracting top-tier talent in the startup ecosystem often requires offering Employee Stock Ownership Plans. A Private Limited Company is the only structure that efficiently supports this. As part of our premium advisory, we structure your initial cap table to accommodate a future ESOP pool seamlessly, ensuring you are ready to incentivize your founding team.

Comprehensive Post-Incorporation Toolkit

Receiving the Certificate of Incorporation is just the starting line. Within the first 30 to 180 days, you must open a bank account, appoint a statutory auditor (ADT-1), and file the Commencement of Business (INC-20A). We provide a complete post-incorporation execution service, handling these mandatory compliance milestones so you can focus entirely on product development and sales.

Government Fee Breakdown

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.

Fee Component	Amount (₹)	Basis / Authority
Green Hydrogen Plant Statutory Fee	₹1,00,000 - ₹5,00,000	Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority
Total Government Fee	₹1,00,000 - ₹5,00,000	(for default assumptions stated below)

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. Verified 25 August 2026.

Required documents

Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.

›Entity PAN + GSTIN. — Entity PAN + GSTIN.
›Constitution document. — Constitution document.
›Project report with capacity (MW + kg H2/day), technology (alkaline/PEM/SOEC electrolyser). — Project report with capacity (MW + kg H2/day), technology (alkaline/PEM/SOEC electrolyser).
›Land documents for solar/wind/electrolyser site. — Land documents for solar/wind/electrolyser site.
›Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) or captive renewable generation plan + open access approval. — Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) or captive renewable generation plan + open access approval.
›Electrolyser supplier technical specifications (BIS / IEC compliant). — Electrolyser supplier technical specifications (BIS / IEC compliant).
›Site layout, hydrogen storage area, fire-fighting system. — Site layout, hydrogen storage area, fire-fighting system.
›Hydrogen storage licence (PESO Form B + SMPV Form A). — Hydrogen storage licence (PESO Form B + SMPV Form A).
›Detailed Project Report (DPR) for SIGHT incentive. — Detailed Project Report (DPR) for SIGHT incentive.
›Compliance with Green Hydrogen Standard for India (emission calculation methodology). — Compliance with Green Hydrogen Standard for India (emission calculation methodology).
›NOC from local Fire Service / District Collector. — NOC from local Fire Service / District Collector.

How it works

Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.

1
Customer⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 1: **I-Pro / Customer**
**I-Pro / Customer**: Confirm project capacity, electrolyser technology, renewable source.
2
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 2: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Apply for **land allotment** — State Industrial Corporation / District Collector / private land.
3
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 3: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Apply for **Open Access** to renewable electricity grid (State DISCOM + State ERC + CTU).
4
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 4: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Apply for **PESO licences** (Form B for cylinder, SMPV Form A for storage) on PESO portal.
5
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 5: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: For captive renewable plant >5 MW solar / >50 MW wind — apply for EC on PARIVESH.
6
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 6: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Apply for **BIS ISI mark** for hydrogen cylinders and storage vessels (IS 7142, IS 1460).
7
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Apply for **Factory Licence** from State Chief Inspector of Factories.
8
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 8: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Apply for **Consent to Establish + Operate** from SPCB.
9
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 9: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Apply for **SIGHT incentive** on MNRE SIGHT portal (if eligible).
10
Regulator⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 10: **I-Pro**
**I-Pro**: Counsel on continuing compliance — PESO renewal, BIS surveillance, SIGHT quarterly reports.

Post-registration compliance

What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.

Filing	Form	Deadline
Commencement of Business (Form INC-20A) Penalty: ₹50,000 for company + ₹1,000/day for directors (max ₹1 Lakh)	`One-time mandatory`	Within 180 days of incorporation after bank capital deposit
First Auditor Appointment (Form ADT-1) Penalty: Statutory non-compliance; prosecution of defaulting officers	`5-year tenure`	Within 30 days of incorporation by Board of Directors
Annual Financial Statements (Form AOC-4) Penalty: ₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling	`Annual`	Within 30 days of AGM (by 29 October annually)
Annual Return (Form MGT-7) Penalty: ₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling	`Annual`	Within 60 days of AGM (by 29 November annually)
Director KYC Verification (DIR-3 KYC) Penalty: ₹5,000 statutory fee per DIN + deactivation	`Annual`	Every designated partner / director holding active DIN by 30 September

Penalties for non-compliance

Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.

Non-compliance	Provision	Penalty
Commencement of Business (Form INC-20A)	One-time mandatory	₹50,000 for company + ₹1,000/day for directors (max ₹1 Lakh)
First Auditor Appointment (Form ADT-1)	5-year tenure	Statutory non-compliance; prosecution of defaulting officers
Annual Financial Statements (Form AOC-4)	Annual	₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling
Annual Return (Form MGT-7)	Annual	₹100 per day of delay per form with no statutory ceiling
Director KYC Verification (DIR-3 KYC)	Annual	₹5,000 statutory fee per DIN + deactivation

Common mistakes to avoid

Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.

1
Mismatched applicant legal name or identity details across KYC proofs
Why: Government verification APIs cross-check with UIDAI and MCA databases and automatically flag discrepancies in spelling or dates.
Fix: Our specialists pre-validate your documents against official government databases before portal filing.
2
Submitting outdated utility bills or non-notarized commercial leases
Why: Premises proofs older than 60 days or defective landlord NOCs trigger statutory scrutiny queries and multi-week processing delays.
Fix: We verify recent billing dates and provide pre-formatted, legally vetted landlord NOC and lease formats.
3
Selecting incorrect classification, turnover slab, or statutory activity code
Why: Applications filed under inappropriate classifications attract show-cause notices and potential rejection without statutory fee refund.
Fix: We conduct a statutory scope assessment to align your application with the exact regulatory requirements.

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