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Quarterly Updates6 April 2026 at 02:01 am

IEX Achieves Highest Ever Traded Electricity Volume of 141 BU in FY’26, Marking 17% YoY Increase

AI Summary

Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) has achieved the highest ever traded electricity volume of 141 Billion Units (BU) in FY’26, marking a 17% increase year-on-year. The exchange also recorded the highest ever yearly trade of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) at 187.20 lakh. The power demand in the country grew by 1.1% on a year-on-year basis. The Market Clearing Price in the Day-Ahead Market (DAM) and Real-Time Market (RTM) declined by 13.7% and 16% respectively compared to FY’25.

Key Highlights

  • IEX achieves highest ever traded electricity volume of 141 BU in FY’26, increase of 17% YoY
  • RECs trade at 187.20 lakh, highest ever yearly trade, increase of 5% YoY
  • Power demand grows by 1.1% on a year-on-year basis
  • Average DAM price at Rs 3.86/unit, lower by 13.7% YoY
  • Average RTM price at Rs 3.59/unit, lower by 16% YoY