- Electronics and pharmaceutical sectors received nearly 70% of PLI scheme funds in FY25, boosting India’s manufacturing.
- Electronics exports grew 32.46%, reaching $38.58 billion, with computer hardware exports doubling.
- Pharmaceutical exports rose by 10% to $30.5 billion, strengthening India’s global presence in over 200 countries.
Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme has played a big role in supporting India’s manufacturing and export growth in the electronics and pharmaceutical sectors. In FY25, these two sectors took up 70% of the total funds given out, showing the government’s strong focus on these industries. If you want to know how this scheme has helped exports and industry growth, keep reading to get the full picture.
PLI Scheme’s Impact on Electronics Sector
The Production Linked Incentive scheme has greatly helped electronics manufacturing and exports in India. The electronics sector received Rs 5,732 crore out of the total Rs 10,114 crore disbursed, taking the industry to new levels. This growth has made electronics one of India’s top three export categories and has notably widened the country’s industrial base.
Export Growth Highlights in Electronics
Electronics exports jumped by 32.46% during FY25, increasing from $29.12 billion in 2023-24 to a strong $38.58 billion. This is a big rise from $15.7 billion in 2021-22 and $23.6 billion in 2022-23. Among electronics exports, computer hardware and peripherals stood out with a huge 101% growth, doubling shipments from $0.7 billion to $1.4 billion in FY25.
The main countries buying Indian electronic goods include:
- United Arab Emirates
- United States
- Netherlands
- United Kingdom
- Italy
Pharmaceutical Sector’s Gains Under PLI
The PLI scheme has played a big part in strengthening India’s pharmaceutical industry by helping growth in manufacturing and widening its export reach around the world.
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Pharma Export Trends and Global Presence
Pharmaceutical exports grew by nearly 10% to reach $30.5 billion in FY25, highlighting India’s growing presence in healthcare and medicine supply worldwide. Indian drugs and pharma products now reach more than 200 countries, showing the rising international trust and demand for India’s pharmaceutical strength.
FY25 PLI Fund Allocation (Rs Crore)
| Sector | Fund Allocated |
|---|---|
| Electronics | 5,732 Cr |
| Pharmaceuticals | 2,328 Cr |
| Total Funds Released | 10,114 Cr |
Electronics Export Growth FY21 to FY25
- 2021-22: $15.7 billion
- 2022-23: $23.6 billion
- 2023-24: $29.12 billion
- 2024-25: $38.58 billion
If you work in the electronics or pharmaceutical sectors, this scheme offers excellent chances for growth, expansion, and higher exports. Keep an eye on updates from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry and Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers for more details and how to apply.
For more official information, you can visit Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.