User Manual for Single Window Clearance Portal for Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Implementation in Goa


The EU-India Technical Cooperation Project: Energy, is formed under the joint
collaboration of European Union and Government of India. The project is operational since September 2014 and
has provided its assistance to Bureau of Energy Efficiency (Ministry Of Power), Solar Energy Corporation of
India (SECI) and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). The project provides beneficiaries and
participants with the opportunity to enhance their technical and institutional capacity. The major aim is to
create enabling environment for implementation of climate friendly energy efficient technologies through
increasing awareness amongst public and private sectors.
Under this umbrella, to contribute towards India's sustainable and inclusive development objectives in
the rooftop solar sector a PV Rooftop Cell was formed at the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
The Cell started its operations in July 2016 and is assisting MNRE in its constant endeavor to promote and
implement Grid Connected Rooftop and Small Power Plant Programme in India. The cell is accessible for more
information at cell@pvrooftop.in.
This User Manual of Single Window Clearance Portal for Rooftop Solar Implementation in Goa has been prepared by EU – India Technical Cooperation Project: Energy (DCI/ASIE/2014/343-602 LOT 1)
MNRE | Ministry of New and Renewable Energy |
GEDA | Goa Energy Development Agency |
GED | Goa Electricity Department |
EU | European Union |
ADB | Asian Development Bank |
NIC | National Informatics Centre |
RTS | Rooftop Solar |
SWCP | Single Window Clearance Portal |
OTP | One Time Password |
CERT-IN | Indian Computer Emergency Response Team |
MRT | Meter Relay & Testing |
EPC | Engineering Procurement & Construction |
PPA | Power Purchase Agreement |
GCRT | Grind Connected Rooftop |
SNA | State Nodal Agency |
EOI | Expression of Interest |
DISCOM | Distribution Company |
CFA | Central Financial Assistance |
SPD | Solar Power Developer |
CAPEX | Capital Expenditure |
RESCO | Renewable Energy Service Company |
FAQ | Frequently Asked Questions |