CCTS is live. Compliance timelines are real.
India's Carbon Credit Trading Scheme sets GEI targets, mandates annual reporting, and introduces CCC trading. Offset AI prepares teams for this new operating reality.
Key milestones
Compliance years 2025-26 and 2026-27 already have notified targets for multiple sectors.
June 2023
CCTS notified by the Government of India, launching the Indian Carbon Market framework.
2025-26
First compliance year with GEI targets for aluminium, cement, chlor-alkali, and pulp & paper.
Mid-2026
ICM exchange launch expected, with CCC trading at scale.
Initial scope
Over 700 million tonnes of CO2e are expected to be covered across energy-intensive sectors.
700+ entities
Estimated obligated entities across nine sectors.
700M CO2e
Initial emissions under mandatory compliance.
CCC trading
Credit buying and surrender will be mandatory.
Don't wait for the audit cycle
Start data readiness and MRV workflows now to avoid late compliance.