NTPC Nabinagar Plant Capacity Set to Increase to 4,360 MW Following Stage II Expansion Completion

NTPC Plant Expansion to Boost Bihar's Energy Capacity

The National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) plant at Nabinagar in Bihar's Aurangabad district is set to increase its total installed capacity to more than 4,360 MW upon completion of the stage II expansion. According to a top official, the expansion involves the construction of three 800 MW units, which will significantly contribute to meeting Bihar's growing energy demand.

The 1980 MW Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Project has been a vital component in meeting Bihar's energy needs, with its total installed capacity set to rise to 4,360 MW after the completion of the stage-II expansion work. This expansion will position the Nabinagar plant among the country's major thermal power stations, providing Bihar with an additional 1,500 MW of power.

During the 2025-26 financial year, the station generated over 12,932 Million Units (MU) of electricity, with an annual Plant Load Factor (PLF) of 78.28 per cent. After the foundation stone for the project was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi last year, construction has been progressing steadily.

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The upcoming units will incorporate air-cooled condenser technology to reduce water consumption and operate on Ultra Super Critical technology, enabling higher thermal efficiency through advanced high-temperature and high-pressure systems.

Beyond power generation, NTPC Nabinagar continues to drive development initiatives across more than 22 nearby villages through its CSR and Community Development programmes.