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PLI scheme attracts Rs 2.4 lakh crore investment by end of FY26

Thursday, 11 June 2026· 5 min read·Source: Business Today

The flagship Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme attracted investments worth about Rs 2.4 lakh crore by the end of FY26 (March 2026), with the highest inflows in sectors such as solar PV modules, pharmaceutical drugs and automobiles & auto components, the government said around June 11, 2026. Launched in 2020 to boost domestic manufacturing and reduce import dependence, the scheme spans 14 sectors and offers incentives linked to incremental production and sales. Cumulatively it has supported lakhs of jobs and substantial production and exports, anchoring the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (self-reliant India) manufacturing push.

Key Facts & Details

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PLI scheme drew about Rs 2.4 lakh crore investment by end of FY26.
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Top inflows came in solar PV modules, pharma drugs and automobiles.
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The scheme covers 14 sectors and was launched in 2020.
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Incentives are linked to incremental production and sales.
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It is central to the Atmanirbhar Bharat manufacturing strategy.

Deep Dive

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PLI aims to make Indian manufacturing globally competitive and cut reliance on imports.
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The scheme has generated large cumulative production and exports across its 14 sectors.
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Sector ministries administer individual PLI schemes within an overall framework.

Exam Focus

How much investment had the PLI scheme attracted by the end of FY26, and which sectors led?

Exam Relevance & Angle

PLI investment figures and the scheme's design are high-yield economy/scheme GA, testing the cumulative figure, the number of sectors and the scheme's objective.

Target Exams

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Background & Context

The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme was launched by the Government of India in 2020 to boost domestic manufacturing, attract investment and reduce import dependence under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. It now covers 14 sectors — including electronics, pharmaceuticals, automobiles & auto components, solar PV modules, telecom, textiles, food processing and white goods — offering financial incentives (typically 4-6% of incremental sales) to eligible manufacturers over a fixed period. The scheme is intended to build scale, integrate Indian firms into global supply chains and generate employment. Individual schemes are run by the respective sector ministries.