
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme has continued to demonstrate strong momentum since its launch, reflecting sustained industry participation across key sectors. Designed to strengthen India’s manufacturing base, the Scheme has attracted widespread adoption through its sizable incentive structure.
With 836 applications approved across 14 strategic sectors, authorities report a steady rise in investment, production and exports. The cumulative outcomes as of December 31, 2025, highlight the Scheme’s growing contribution to India’s industrial expansion.
A total of 836 applications have been approved under the Scheme, covering 14 sectors identified as critical to India’s long‑term manufacturing growth. This wide sectoral participation demonstrates high levels of confidence among domestic and international investors.
The approvals also indicate strong alignment between industry capabilities and the Scheme’s objectives. The broad adoption reflects a consistent commitment to advancing India’s competitiveness in global value chains.
Cumulative investment under the Scheme exceeded ₹2.16 lakh crore as of December 31, 2025. This figure highlights the steady capital inflow supporting capacity creation and technological upgrades across industries.
The expansion in manufacturing operations has translated into a continuous scaling up of production capabilities. These investments reinforce the Scheme’s role in attracting long‑term industrial growth.
Cumulative production and sales under the Scheme crossed ₹20.41 lakh crore by the end of December 2025. Export performance also strengthened, with cumulative exports rising above ₹8.3 lakh crore.
These metrics demonstrate the Scheme’s ability to enhance India’s global manufacturing footprint. The increasing contribution of PLI‑linked sectors to outbound trade reinforces India’s positioning in international markets.
The PLI Scheme generated more than 14.39 lakh direct and indirect jobs as of December 31, 2025. This employment growth underscores the labour‑intensive expansion taking place across participating sectors.
Incentive disbursements reached ₹28,748 crore by the same date, supporting operational efficiencies and production‑linked outcomes. These measures highlight the Scheme’s impact in strengthening both workforce participation and industrial output.
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The PLI Scheme’s performance as of December 31, 2025, reflects strong momentum across investment, production, exports and employment. The wide sectoral participation and scale of cumulative outcomes indicate sustained confidence in India’s manufacturing trajectory.
With continued expansion in capacity and output, the Scheme remains central to India’s industrial transformation. Its progress underscores the growing relevance of incentive‑driven reforms in shaping long‑term economic resilience.
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Published on: Feb 20, 2026, 6:41 PM IST

Akshay Shivalkar
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