Pace Digitek Wins ₹11.59 Billion SECI Contract for 1.2 GWh Battery Storage Project in Andhra Pradesh Published By Anupam Nath Pace Digitek Secures ₹11.59 Billion SECI Order for Massive Battery Energy Storage System in Andhra PradeshIndia’s clean energy transition has reached a major milestone with Pace Digitek securing a significant order from the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) to supply a 600 MW/1,200 MWh standalone grid-connected Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Andhra Pradesh. The total contract is valued at ₹11.59 billion (approximately $131.93 million), making it one of the largest battery energy storage deals ever awarded in the country.The tender for this project was floated in August 2025, and it aims to accelerate India’s renewable energy integration by enhancing grid stability and ensuring a reliable power supply using stored energy from renewable sources like solar and wind.Project Scope and ResponsibilitiesUnder the contract, Pace Digitek will be responsible for the complete design, engineering, and supply of the BESS and its associated components. The system will include battery direct-current (DC) blocks equipped with heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and advanced fire protection features.The supply package also includes a Power Conversion System (PCS), Battery Management System (BMS), and Energy Management System (EMS). Pace Digitek will integrate all these systems into a unified operational framework that ensures optimal performance and safety throughout the energy storage lifecycle.Additionally, the company will handle cabling, testing, and commissioning of the entire setup. The commissioning timeline is set at 16 months, with 50% of the capacity to be delivered and commissioned within the first 14 months. Pace Digitek will also maintain the entire system for fifteen years after commissioning, ensuring long-term service reliability.Strategic Importance for India’s Energy FutureThe BESS will be interconnected with the Kurnool-3 Substation in the national interstate transmission network, enabling market-based energy operations at Kolimigundla in Nandyal District. This link is expected to improve energy efficiency and grid resilience during high demand periods.India has identified energy storage as a cornerstone of its renewable growth roadmap. With this new installation, the nation aims to mitigate the challenges of renewable intermittency while supporting its goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2070.According to a recent report by Mercom India Research, the country added 48.4 MWh of energy storage capacity in the first half of 2025, marking a steep drop from 186 MWh during the same period last year. This new SECI project alone will contribute significantly to reversing that trend and strengthening India’s long-term energy storage portfolio.This milestone represents not only a leap forward for Pace Digitek but also a pivotal step for India’s renewable ecosystem. As grid-scale storage becomes a necessity, projects like this will define the future of clean energy reliability and sustainability in the region.
