APPLICATION UNDER REGULATION 5.2 FOR ADDITION OF GENERATION CAPACITY INCLUDING ESS WITHIN THE QUANTUM OF CONNECTIVITY GRANTED
What is Approval of APPLICATION UNDER REGULATION 5.2 FOR ADDITION OF GENERATION CAPACITY INCLUDING ESS WITHIN THE QUANTUM OF CONNECTIVITY GRANTED
The approval for the addition of generation capacity, including Energy Storage Systems (ESS), within the already granted quantum of Connectivity to the Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) is a mandatory requirement as per the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) Regulations, 2022. Specifically, this falls under the provisions of the Connectivity and General Network Access to the Inter-State Transmission System Regulations. This approval applies to all entities intending to expand their generation capacity without exceeding the limits of their existing ISTS connectivity. To obtain this approval, the applicant must submit the form titled “Application for addition of generation capacity including ESS within the quantum of connectivity granted under Regulation 5.2.” The designated nodal agency responsible for processing and granting this approval is the Central Transmission Utility (CTU).
Approval applicability/trigger
This approval is required by following entities who wants to add generation capacity including ESS within the quantum of Connectivity already granted to the Inter-State Transmission System:
(a) Generating station(s), including REGS(s), with or without ESS, with an installed capacity of 50 MW and above individually or with an aggregate installed capacity of 50 MW and above through a Lead Generator or a Lead ESS;
(b) Captive generating plant with capacity for injection to ISTS of 50 MW and above;
(c) Standalone ESS with an installed capacity of 50 MW and above
(d) Renewable Power Park Developer;
(e) REGS or standalone ESS with an installed capacity of 5 MW connected to ISTS through the electrical system of a generating station already having Connectivity to ISTS.
Who Can Apply for this application?
Generating Companies – Existing power generators connected to the Inter-State Transmission System who wish to enhance their generation capacity (including adding ESS) without exceeding the approved connectivity quantum.
Renewable Energy Developers – Entities developing solar, wind, or hybrid renewable energy projects that already hold ISTS connectivity and plan to increase their generation capacity within the granted quantum.
Captive Generating Plants (CGPs) – Captive units connected to the ISTS that intend to add ESS or increase their generation capacity within the sanctioned connectivity limit.
Independent Power Producers (IPPs) – IPPs connected to ISTS and seeking to expand generation or incorporate ESS under their existing connectivity.
Distribution Companies (DISCOMs) or Bulk Consumers – If they are acting as project developers with existing connectivity and aim to enhance generation or include ESS in their setup.
Energy Storage System Developers – Those who are already connected under granted connectivity and wish to expand ESS capacity within that quantum.
Documents Required for this Application
- Notarised Affidavit as per FORMAT-AFFIDAVIT (Mandatory)
- Board Resolution authorizing a designated person for filing of application, where applicant is a company (Mandatory)
- Certificate issued by the CEA regarding CEA registry ( Mandatory) Reason: CEA vide its order dated 09.11.2020 (Ref. No.: CEA-PL-15-13(11)/1/2020-PSLF) has directed that all power generating units of the country having installed capacity of 0.5 MW or above are required to register themselves on CEA e-GEN portal, http://egen.cea.gov.in. Further, in the advisory provided on CTU website with regard to GNA, it is mentioned that Unique Registration Number (URN need to be entered in the connectivity application form.
- Site(s) identification (Mandatory)
- Authorization by the Central Government or State Government as Renewable Power Park Developer (Applicable for Renewable Power Park developer)
- Agreement for sharing the dedicated transmission lines and terminal bay(s) in case of the Lead Generator or Lead ESS as per FORMAT-CONN-LEAD (As applicable)
- In case of the Applicant covered under Regulation 5.6, Agreement between the applicant and the Connectivity grantee or the generating station having Connectivity to ISTS, for sharing the terminal bay(s) or the switchyard, as the case may be, and the dedicated transmission lines as per FORMAT-CONN-SHARE (As applicable)
- In case of Applicant covered under Regulation 5.7, Agreement between the Applicant(s) for sharing the terminal bay and the dedicated transmission lines as per FORMAT-CONN-SHARE (As applicable)
Act and Rules
Central Electricity Authority (Measures Relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2023
The Arms (Amendment) Act, 2019
Role of Shamkris and Process of APPLICATION UNDER REGULATION 5.2 FOR ADDITION OF GENERATION CAPACITY INCLUDING ESS WITHIN THE QUANTUM OF CONNECTIVITY GRANTED
Shamkris adopts a results-oriented approach to ensuring compliance with the mandatory requirements for obtaining the Application. With a simple and guided methodology, Shamkris helps organizations achieve the necessary application in a timely and cost-effective manner. Shamkris offers 100% support in advisory, guidance, and compliance, ensuring smooth processing for obtaining the application.
The Application acquisition process described below:
Advisory for the document required
Preparation of documents as per application & list of documents.
Certificate File
Inspection by the department if required
Certificate department
Certificate issued
Yearly Compliance if Applicable
Renewal when due
Who can issue the APPLICATION UNDER REGULATION 5.2 FOR ADDITION OF GENERATION CAPACITY INCLUDING ESS WITHIN THE QUANTUM OF CONNECTIVITY GRANTED
FAQ
This approval is required to add generation capacity, including Energy Storage Systems (ESS), within the already granted quantum of connectivity to the Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS), without exceeding the sanctioned limit.
Yes, as per the CERC (Connectivity and General Network Access to the Inter-State Transmission System) Regulations, 2022, this approval is mandatory before adding any generation capacity within the granted connectivity.
The Central Transmission Utility (CTU) is the designated nodal agency responsible for processing and granting this approval.
Applicants must submit the form titled:
“Application for addition of generation capacity including ESS within the quantum of connectivity granted under Regulation 5.2.”
No. This application only permits the addition of generation or ESS within the existing granted quantum of ISTS connectivity. To increase the quantum, a separate connectivity application must be filed.
- It applies to all types of generation projects—thermal, hydro, solar, wind, hybrid—as well as Energy Storage System (ESS) additions.
Documents typically include:
Existing connectivity approval
Technical details of the new generation/ESS capacity
Updated single line diagram (SLD)
Undertaking of no increase in quantum
Yes, a non-refundable processing fee as prescribed by CTU must be paid at the time of application.
The timeline varies based on CTU’s internal review, but typically ranges from 15 to 30 working days, subject to document completeness.
Yes, applications can generally be submitted through the CTU’s web portal designated for connectivity and GNA services.