RERC Introduces Battery Energy Storage Systems Market Regulations

The Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) issued the Battery Energy Storage Systems Regulations, 2026, establishing a formal regulatory framework and structured market for energy storage deployment within the state. The regulations adopt technology-neutral principles currently focused on battery systems (BESS) while allowing future extension to other storage technologies. This creates new compliance obligations for storage developers, operators, and distribution licensees regarding tariff setting, grid integration, and operational standards. Businesses planning energy storage projects in Rajasthan must now adhere to specific technical, financial, and operational requirements prescribed in the regulations. The framework significantly de-risks investment in storage by providing regulatory certainty and cost recovery mechanisms.