Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme

The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme is designed to boost domestic manufacturing and attract investments by providing financial incentives based on incremental sales.

PLI Schemes (14 Sectors)

Textiles — MMF & Technical Textiles

Ministry of Textiles · ₹10,683 cr outlay

₹100–300 Cr 3%–11% incentive 5 years

Promotes MMF apparel, fabrics & technical textile exports. Budget surged from ₹45 cr to ₹1,148 cr in FY26.

Mobile & Electronics Manufacturing

MeitY

₹50–1000 Cr 4%–6% incentive 5 years

Large-scale smartphone & electronics manufacturing for domestic and export markets.

Pharmaceuticals (Formulations)

Dept. of Pharmaceuticals

₹10–750 Cr 3%–10% incentive 6 years

High-value pharma production & exports — complex generics, biopharmaceuticals, and APIs.

Bulk Drugs (API / KSM)

Dept. of Pharmaceuticals

₹20+ Cr 5%–20% incentive 6 years

Reduces import dependency for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients and Key Starting Materials.

Medical Devices

Dept. of Pharmaceuticals

₹20–180 Cr Up to 5% incentive 5 years

Manufacturing of diagnostic & medical devices — radiology, implants, and surgical instruments.

Automobile & Auto Components

Ministry of Heavy Industries

₹2,000 Cr (OEM) Up to 13% incentive 5 years

EV & advanced automotive technologies — hybrid vehicles, fuel cell systems, and components.

Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC)

NITI Aayog / MHI

₹225 Cr/GWh Performance-linked 5 years

Advanced battery storage manufacturing for EVs, grid storage, and consumer electronics.

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Solar PV Modules

MNRE

Capacity-based Performance-linked 5 years

High-efficiency solar module production to support India's 500 GW renewable energy target.

Telecom & Networking Products

Department of Telecom

₹10–100 Cr Up to 7% incentive 5 years

5G telecom & networking equipment — base stations, routers, and access points.

IT Hardware

MeitY

₹50+ Cr 4%–6% incentive 4–6 years

Laptops, tablets, and servers manufacturing for domestic demand and exports.

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White Goods (AC & LED)

Ministry of Heavy Industries

₹100+ Cr 4%–6% incentive 5 years

AC & LED component manufacturing — compressors, heat exchangers, and LED drivers.

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Specialty Steel

Ministry of Steel

₹100+ Cr 4%–12% incentive 5 years

Coated & alloy steel products — electrical steel, tinplate, and high-strength specialty grades.

Food Processing

MoFPI

₹100+ Cr 4%–10% incentive 6 years

Processed food & ready-to-eat products — mozzarella, marine products, and innovative foods.

Drones & Drone Components

Ministry of Civil Aviation

Low threshold Up to 20% incentive 3 years

Drone & UAV ecosystem development — agricultural, defence, surveillance, and delivery drones.

ⓘ Important Note: Scheme details and application status may change from time to time based on government policies and sector-specific requirements.

How We Can Help

We specialize in end-to-end support for Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes:

Project structuring aligned with PLI scheme guidelines

Eligibility assessment and strategic planning for eligible sectors

Documentation and application support

Optimization and maximization of incentive claims

Liaison and coordination with the concerned government authorities

Our expertise ensures that clients maximize financial incentives under PLI schemes while maintaining full compliance with government regulations.

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