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NTPC signs MoU with EDF to revolutionize India’s nuclear power future

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09 Apr 2026

NTPC signs MoU with EDF to revolutionize India’s nuclear power future

Introduction

Leading power utility signed non binding MoU with Électricité de France to explore nuclear projects in India, covering technology assessment, feasibility studies, sites, and economic evaluation.

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Share price movement of NTPC

On April 09, 2026, NTPC Ltd opened at ₹378.00, up 1.00% from its previous close of ₹374.25. The stock reached a high of ₹383.30 (2.42%) and a low of ₹376.95. By 11:47 AM, it traded at ₹382.85, a 2.30% increase, with a market cap of ₹3,71,236.86 crore.

NTPC Signs EDF Nuclear MoU

NTPC Limited signed a non binding Memorandum of Understanding with Électricité de France on April 8, 2026 to explore cooperation for development of new nuclear power projects in India.

The agreement provides framework to assess feasibility, study EDF EPR technology, examine economic aspects, evaluate sites, develop human resources, and explore localization opportunities for large scale nuclear deployment.

NTPC currently operates over 89 GW capacity with 32 GW under construction. The company targets 149 GW capacity by 2032, including 60 GW from renewable energy sources.

Stock performance of NTPC for period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year

NTPC Ltd delivered a 1-week return of 4.03%, a 6-month return of 10.1%, and a 1-year return of 7.10%.

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Shareholding pattern of NTPC

ParticularsDec 2025Sep 2025Jun 2025
Promoter51.10%51%51.10%
FII16.20%16%16.10%
DII29.30%29%29.00%
Public3.30%3.50%3.80%

About NTPC

NTPC Ltd (NSE: NTPC) is primarily engaged in bulk power generation and sale, along with consultancy, project management, energy trading, oil and gas exploration, and coal mining.

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Disclaimer: The above article is written for educational purposes, and the companies’ data mentioned in the article may change with respect to time. The securities quoted are exemplary and are not recommendatory.

FAQs

Q: Why is NTPC Ltd share price rising today?

A: NTPC Ltd share price is rising after signing a non binding MoU with EDF to explore nuclear power projects in India.

Q: What is NTPC Ltd’s main business focus?

A: NTPC Ltd focuses on bulk power generation and sale, along with consultancy, project management, energy trading, oil and gas, and coal mining.

Q: What are the 52-week high and low of NTPC Ltd stock?

A: NTPC Ltd stock has a 52-week high of ₹394.50 and a 52-week low of ₹315.55.

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