Greenovation Agrivoltaics Challenge India 2026 Applications are now open, An initiative by EarthON, in partnership with the SwitchON Foundation, this program supports farmer collectives and renewable energy innovators in advancing climate-resilient agriculture while integrating clean energy solutions. The Greenovation Agrivoltaics Challenge focuses on building evidence and demonstrating how agrivoltaic models can benefit Indian farmers by combining sustainable farming practices with solar power generation.
Agrivoltaics, which involves cultivating crops beneath or alongside solar panels, has the potential to enhance land efficiency, lower water consumption, and create additional income streams for farmers.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the full details and submit their applications before the specified deadline to seize this grant opportunity.
Last Date of Submission: 30th December 2025
Challenge Features & Benefits
(Greenovation Agrivoltaics Challenge India 2026 Applications are now open)
Selected participants will receive comprehensive support to advance their agrivoltaic initiatives
Win up to ₹5 lakh
Financial support to establish and demonstrate viable agrivoltaic models, and also access to a larger pool of ₹2 crore in grants for implementation and scaling.
Virtual Training & Capacity Building
- Comprehensive training programs to build expertise in agrivoltaic technologies and practices
Technical Support
- Expert guidance for system design, crop selection, and optimization strategies
Networking & Collaboration
- Connect with peers, experts, and stakeholders in the agrivoltaics ecosystem
Demonstration Systems
- Support to set up micro-demonstration systems across priority states
Evidence Generation
- Contribute to building a body of evidence for scalable agrivoltaic approaches
Who can Apply?
(Greenovation Agrivoltaics Challenge India 2026 Applications are now open)
Choose the track that best fits your organization
TRACK 1: Farmer Groups
For farmer-led organizations working directly with agricultural communities
Eligible Entities:
- Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
- Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
- Farmer Cooperatives
- Registered Societies and NGOs
- Working with farmers
Key Requirements:
- Team lead must be a practicing farmer
- Plans for growing crops under solar structures
- Innovation in cropping patterns or business models
<<<APPLY NOW For TRACK 1: Farmer Groups>>>
TRACK 2: DRE Companies
For renewable energy companies innovating in decentralized solutions
Eligible Entities:
- For-profit or non-profit companies in decentralized renewable energy
- Demonstrated technical capacity for small-scale agrivoltaics
Key Requirements:
- Innovations in system design and energy use models
- Focus on affordability for smallholder adoption
- Financing models for small and marginal farmers
<<<APPLY FOR TRACK 2: DRE Companies>>>
Timeline
(Greenovation Agrivoltaics Challenge India 2026 Applications are now open)
Key dates and milestones for the Greenovation Agrivoltaics Challenge
- Program Launch: 27 November 2025
- Registration Phase: November 27 – December 30, 2025 (Application Intake Phase 1)
- Shortlisting of Applicants: January 5 – 9, 2026
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