Independent assessment of CST feasibility at MSME sites — solar resource, thermal demand, technology fit and financial modelling — through CST System Requirement Reports commissioned by the project.

Technical assessment and support for the eastern clusters, including the Assam tea sector, with particular attention to the region's lower direct normal irradiance and seasonal process loads.

An autonomous institute under MNRE mandated for research and development, solar component testing and certification, capacity building and product development. NISE sits on the Technical Working Group and underpins the project's work on component standards and quality infrastructure.

Delivery partner for operator and technician training, providing the institutional base for skills development that continues after the project closes.

Provides independent academic and technical perspective to the Project Steering Committee on technology selection and performance.