PVUNL declares commercial operation of 800 MW Patratu unit
Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (PVUNL), a subsidiary of NTPC Limited, announced the commercial operation of Unit#2 (800 MW) at Patratu STPP Phase-1 starting June 25, 2026. Consequently, the NTPC group's total installed capacity reached 90,857 MW, with commercial capacity at 89,777 MW.

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Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (PVUNL), a subsidiary of NTPC , declared the commercial operation of Unit#2 with a capacity of 800 MW at Patratu Super Thermal Power Project (STPP) Phase-1. The unit commenced commercial operations effective 00:00 Hrs. on June 25, 2026. This development marks the progression of the 3x800 MW Phase-1 project at the power station.
With the addition of this 800 MW unit, the total installed capacity of the NTPC group has risen to 90,857 MW. The commercial capacity of the group stands at 89,777 MW following this update. The information was submitted to the exchanges pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Capacity Details
The operational status of the Patratu STPP Phase-1 contributes significantly to the overall generation capabilities of the NTPC group. The project is being developed by PVUNL, a key subsidiary in the group's portfolio.
| Metric | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Unit#2 Capacity | 800 MW |
| NTPC Group Total Installed Capacity | 90,857 MW |
| NTPC Group Commercial Capacity | 89,777 MW |
Historical Stock Returns for NTPC
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.67% | +4.74% | -6.19% | +13.69% | +9.62% | +208.20% |
What is the expected timeline for the commercial operation of the remaining unit in the 3x800 MW Phase-1 project?
How will the additional 800 MW capacity impact NTPC's power purchase agreements and revenue projections for the current fiscal year?
What are the projected fuel requirements and sourcing strategies for the newly operational Unit#2?

































