India Nuclear Reactors Database 2026

A structured database of India's nuclear reactor fleet, covering operational, under-construction, and planned units across every nuclear power station in the country, with capacity, technology, and operator-level detail.

Report code

UM-DB-INR

Coverage

Published

01/07/2026

Base year

Report overview

The India Nuclear Reactors Database catalogues every operational, under-construction, and planned nuclear power reactor across India, built around a fixed reference year of 2026. The dataset is organized at the plant and unit level, capturing reactor technology, gross and net capacity, commissioning timelines, and operating utility for each site from Tarapur and Rawatbhata to Kudankulam and the upcoming Jaitapur complex.

Database Coverage

  • Unit-Level Reactor Records covering every commissioned, under-construction, and announced reactor.
  • State & Regional Mapping of nuclear generation capacity across India.
  • Technology Breakdown by PHWR, BWR, VVER/PWR, and upcoming SMR and Bharat Small Reactor designs.
  • Operator & Ownership Profiles for NPCIL and joint-venture nuclear power projects.
  • Expansion Pipeline Tracking of new units, site approvals, and capacity addition targets to 2032.
Strategic IndicatorCurrent PositionBusiness Implication
Leading State by CapacityTamil NaduAnchors the Kalpakkam and Kudankulam nuclear complexes.
Programme StageStage 2 (Fast Breeder)PFBR criticality in 2026 marks entry into the second stage.
Capacity Target (2031-32)~22,480 MWNearly triples current installed capacity within the decade.
Long-Term Target (2047)100 GWAnchored by the Nuclear Energy Mission and SMR development.

Report Coverage

Verified Market Sizing

Multi-layer forecasting with historical data and 5–10 year outlook

Deep-Dive Segmentation

Cross-sectional analysis by product type, end user, application and region

Competitive Benchmarking & Positioning

Market share, operating model, pricing and competition matrices

Actionable Insights & Risk Assessment

High-growth white spaces, underserved segments, technology disruptions and demand inflection points

Executive summary

Industry Landscape

India’s nuclear power programme is entering an accelerated expansion phase as the country targets a multi-fold increase in installed nuclear capacity to support its energy security and decarbonization goals. As of 2026, India operates a fleet of reactors spread across sites in Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra, with additional capacity under construction at Kakrapar, Rajasthan, and Kudankulam.

Key Growth Drivers

  • Nuclear Energy Mission funding: The Union Budget’s ₹20,000 crore allocation for indigenous Small Modular Reactors is accelerating India’s nuclear reactor pipeline beyond the traditional PHWR fleet.
  • SHANTI Act reforms: Recent legal modernization allows limited private-sector participation in nuclear power generation for the first time, widening the pool of capital and operators.
  • Three-stage programme progress: The Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor’s 2026 criticality milestone unlocks the second stage of India’s long-term thorium utilization strategy.
  • Energy security and decarbonization goals: Nuclear power’s low-carbon, baseload characteristics make it a central pillar of India’s push toward 100 GW of installed capacity by 2047.

Key Structural Trends

The database tracks reactor-level detail including gross capacity in MWe, reactor technology, first-criticality and commercial-operation dates, and the responsible operating entity, alongside newly announced sites tied to the government’s private-sector participation push in nuclear energy.

India Nuclear Reactors Database

Installed Nuclear Capacity by State (2026, MWe, approx.)

2,440
Tamil Nadu
1,840
Gujarat
1,400
Maharashtra
1,180
Rajasthan
880
Karnataka
440
UP

Total Installed Capacity

~8.8 GWe
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Reactors in Operation

24

Outlook

Looking ahead, Untapped Markets expects India’s nuclear reactor pipeline to remain one of the most closely tracked databases in the country’s energy transition, as capacity additions, private-sector entry, and Small Modular Reactor deployment reshape the sector through the next decade.

Table of contents

  1. Executive Summary
    1. Key findings on India nuclear reactor pipeline
    2. 2026 installed nuclear capacity snapshot
    3. Expansion roadmap to 2047
  2. India Nuclear Power Programme Overview
    1. Three-stage nuclear programme framework
    2. SHANTI Act and private-sector participation reforms
    3. Role of NPCIL, BHAVINI and joint ventures
  3. Nuclear Reactor Distribution by State & Region
    1. Tamil Nadu (Kalpakkam, Kudankulam)
    2. Gujarat (Kakrapar)
    3. Rajasthan (Rawatbhata)
    4. Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh & Maharashtra
  4. Operational, Under Construction & Planned Reactors
    1. Operational unit-level inventory
    2. Units under construction
    3. Announced and planned sites incl. Jaitapur
  5. Reactor Technology & Capacity Overview
    1. PHWR fleet
    2. BWR and VVER/PWR units
    3. Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor programme
    4. Small Modular Reactor & Bharat Small Reactor pipeline
  6. Nuclear Energy Mission & Investment Pipeline
    1. ₹20,000 crore SMR funding allocation
    2. Capacity addition targets to 2031-32
    3. 100 GW by 2047 roadmap
  7. Ownership, Operators & Key Facilities
    1. NPCIL asset portfolio
    2. BHAVINI and fast breeder operations
    3. Joint-venture project structures
  8. India Nuclear Reactors Database
    1. Full unit-level data table
    2. State and site-level capacity rollups
  9. Methodology & Data Sources

Research Methodology

The India Nuclear Reactors Database is developed using a structured, multi-source research process designed to ensure accuracy and consistency across every tracked record.

Step 1: Scope Definition & Universe Mapping

The research team defines the full universe of nuclear reactors to be tracked within scope, drawing on regulatory filings, industry association membership lists, company disclosures, and prior desk research to establish an initial master list.

Step 2: Data Collection & Verification

Each record is populated using primary sources including company announcements, regulatory and permitting filings, government databases, and, where available, direct outreach to operators and developers, cross-checked against secondary sources such as industry reports and trade press coverage.

Step 3: Classification & Standardization

Records are standardized into a consistent schema covering location, capacity or scale, ownership, operational status, and timeline detail, allowing like-for-like comparison across all regions of India.

Step 4: Quality Review & Update Cycle

The database is reviewed on a periodic basis to reflect newly announced projects, status changes, and ownership updates, with the 2026 reference year reflecting the most recent verified data snapshot at time of publication.

FAQs


01 How many nuclear reactors are there in India?

India operates a growing fleet of nuclear reactors while several additional units are under construction or planned to support the country’s long-term clean energy goals. The India Nuclear Reactors Database 2026 tracks every operational, under-construction, and planned reactor, providing detailed information on capacity, reactor technology, operator, and project status.

02 Which Indian states have the most nuclear reactors?

Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Karnataka host some of India’s largest nuclear power facilities. The database provides state-wise and plant-level information, allowing users to compare installed capacity, reactor count, and future expansion plans.

03 Who operates India’s nuclear reactors?

India’s commercial nuclear reactors are primarily operated by Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), while advanced reactor projects also involve BHAVINI. The database tracks operators, reactor technologies, ownership, and commissioning status.

04 What information does the database include?

The database includes reactor name, plant location, state, reactor type, installed capacity, commissioning year, operator, construction status, planned capacity, and project updates, making it a comprehensive reference for India’s nuclear power sector.

05 What is driving nuclear energy growth in India?

India is expanding nuclear power to improve energy security, reduce carbon emissions, support electricity demand, and achieve long-term clean energy targets. Government initiatives, advanced reactor technologies, and future SMR development are expected to accelerate industry growth.

06 Who should use this database?

The database is intended for energy companies, utilities, EPC contractors, investors, consultants, government agencies, equipment suppliers, researchers, and policymakers requiring accurate reactor-level intelligence.

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