Importing solar from China to India
20% BCD + 20% AIDC, then GSTsolar panels
Check the HS code with your brokerbatteries
What to check
- Imported modules pay 20% Basic Customs Duty plus a 20% Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess. Cells pay 20% plus 7.5%.
- Government-backed projects must use modules on the ALMM list, and since 1 June 2026 also cells from ALMM List II. Private projects can still use imports.
- An anti-dumping duty on Chinese cells and modules has been recommended. Check whether it is in force on the day you import.
- China ended the 9% export VAT rebate on solar panels from 1 April 2026 and cut it for batteries, so FOB prices rose a little for every market.
Our advice: Imports work for private rooftops and C&I. For subsidised or tender projects you will need Indian-made cells and modules.
Suppliers to start with
Need help? We can get quotes, check the factory and inspect the goods before they ship.
Sources
Checked in November 2026. Rates change often: confirm the duty for your HS code with a customs broker before you pay. This is not legal or tax advice.
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