Key Compliances under UERC (Tariff & Other Terms for Supply of Electricity from RE Sources & Co-Gen Stations) Regulations, 2023
UERC (Tariff and Other Terms for Supply of Electricity from Renewable Energy Sources and Non-Fossil Fuel Based Co-generating Stations) Regulations, 2023 (“the Regulations”) were notified by the Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission (UERC) under the Electricity Act, 2003 to establish a comprehensive framework governing the terms, conditions, and tariff for the supply of electricity from renewable energy-based generating stations and non-fossil fuel based co-generating stations in Uttarakhand.
Key Compliances under RERC (Grid Interactive Distributed Renewable Energy Generating Systems) Regulations, 2021
RERC (Grid Interactive Distributed Renewable Energy Generating Systems) Regulations, 2021 (“the DREGS Regulations”) were notified by the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) to establish a comprehensive framework for grid-connected rooftop and distributed renewable energy generating systems commissioned on or after 1st July 2021 in Rajasthan.
Compliances to be Ensured by an Electrical Licence Holder in Assam
Assam Electrical Licensing Rules, 2025 (“the Rules”) were notified by the Power Department, Government of Assam vide Notification No. PEL 52/2025/2 dated 30th June, 2025 (published in the Assam Gazette Extraordinary No. 488 dated 7th July, 2025), in exercise of powers under clause (o) of sub-section (2) of Section 180 of the Electricity Act, 2003, read with Regulation 31 of the Central Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2023.
Electrical Licence by Contractors in Assam
Assam Electrical Licensing Rules, 2025 (“the Rules”) were notified by the Power Department, Government of Assam vide Notification No. PEL 52/2025/2 dated 30th June, 2025 (published in the Assam Gazette Extraordinary No. 488 dated 7th July, 2025), in exercise of powers under clause (o) of sub-section (2) of Section 180 of the Electricity Act, 2003, read with Regulation 31 of the Central Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2023.
Key Compliances under RERC (Renewable Energy Certificate and Renewable Purchase Obligation Compliance Framework) Regulations, 2010
RERC (Renewable Energy Certificate and Renewable Purchase Obligation Compliance Framework) Regulations, 2010 (“the Framework Regulations”) were notified by the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) under the Electricity Act, 2003 to establish the operational and compliance architecture for the Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) mechanism and the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) framework in Rajasthan.
Key Compliances under RERC (Renewable Purchase Obligation) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2026
Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) notified the RERC (Renewable Purchase Obligation) Regulations, 2023 (“the 2023 Regulations”) to prescribe Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) targets for obligated entities operating in the State of Rajasthan, including Distribution Licensees, deemed licensees, Captive Power Plants (CPPs), and Open Access consumers of 1 MW and above.
Key Compliances under RERC (Connectivity and Net Metering for Rooftop and Small Solar Grid Interactive Systems) Regulations, 2015
RERC (Connectivity and Net Metering for Rooftop and Small Solar Grid Interactive Systems) Regulations, 2015 establish the framework for connecting rooftop solar PV systems to Rajasthan’s distribution network and implementing net metering. The Regulations prescribe requirements relating to eligibility, application and approval, interconnection, technical and safety standards, metering, energy settlement and billing. They apply to rooftop solar systems of 1 kWp to 1,000 kWp and require compliance with applicable CEA connectivity standards.
Key Compliances under UERC (Terms & Conditions of Intra State Open Access) Regulations, 2015 Part – I
UERC (Terms and Conditions of Intra-State Open Access) Regulations, 2015 establish the framework for providing and regulating open access to the intra-State transmission and distribution systems in Uttarakhand, in accordance with Sections 39 and 42(2) of the Electricity Act, 2003.
Key Compliances under UERC (Terms & Conditions of Intra State Open Access) Regulations, 2015 Part – II
UERC (Terms and Conditions of Intra-State Open Access) Regulations, 2015 establish the framework for providing and regulating open access to the intra-State transmission and distribution systems in Uttarakhand, in accordance with Sections 39 and 42(2) of the Electricity Act, 2003. The Regulations govern the complete open access lifecycle, including connectivity, application and approval, scheduling, metering, applicable charges, billing, payment, deviation settlement and relinquishment. They provide for Long-Term, Medium-Term and Short-Term Open Access, with separate procedures and charge structures. Transactions involving inter-State transmission are additionally governed by the applicable CERC regulations.
Key Compliances under UERC (Compliance of Renewable Purchase Obligation) Regulations, 2010
Gujarat Methyl Alcohol Rules, 1981 have been notified by the State Government of Gujarat under the Bombay Prohibition Act, 1949 (now the Gujarat Prohibition Act, 1949), which prohibits the manufacture, sale, possession, and consumption of intoxicating liquor and related substances in the State. Methyl alcohol (methanol) — though not an intoxicant in the conventional sense — is a hazardous and toxic substance with industrial, medical, scientific, and educational applications, and is therefore brought within the regulatory ambit of the Prohibition Act through these specific Rules.
