As India celebrates Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the nation continues to accelerate its march toward self-reliance and global leadership in advanced mobility technologies. Two key pillars supporting this transformation are the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Automobile and Auto Components and the PLI Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage. Both schemes aim to strengthen India’s manufacturing capabilities, enhance domestic value addition, and promote innovation across the automotive value chain—especially in the electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem.
PLI Auto Scheme: Building an Advanced Automotive Manufacturing Powerhouse
The PLI Auto Scheme, with an ambitious outlay of ₹25,938 crore, represents one of India’s most significant industrial incentives aimed at developing Advanced Automotive Technology (AAT) products. As of 30 November 2025, an impressive 82 applicants have been approved under the scheme. These include leading OEMs such as Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Hyundai, Kia, Hero MotoCorp, Ashok Leyland, and Suzuki Motor Gujarat, alongside a vast consortium of component champions like Bosch, Bharat Forge, Motherson, UNO Minda, Varroc, Schaeffler, and Ceat.
These approved applicants operate multiple manufacturing units producing cutting-edge AAT components, contributing to rapid electrification and modernization of India’s automotive sector. Thanks to the Domestic Value Addition (DVA) requirements, localization across the EV value chain—from motors and power electronics to battery systems—continues to expand.
The scheme’s progress indicators underline its strong momentum:
- Incentive disbursed: ₹1,350.83 crore (to five applicants)
- Eligible sales target till March 2028: ₹2,31,500 crore
- Actual sales achieved by Sept 2025: ₹32,879 crore
With 278 manufacturing units spread across 17 states, the scheme has created a truly pan-India manufacturing footprint. Maharashtra leads with 85 units, followed by Tamil Nadu (49), Haryana (43), and Karnataka (29), reflecting the country’s diversified automotive landscape.
PLI-ACC: Powering India’s Battery Ecosystem
Complementing the PLI Auto Scheme, the PLI Scheme for ACC Battery Storage strengthens India’s clean energy backbone by incentivizing large-scale production of advanced batteries. Out of the targeted 50 GWh battery capacity, 40 GWh has already been awarded to four beneficiary firms.
As of 31 October 2025, the beneficiary companies have reported:
- 1 GWh installed capacity
- ₹2,878 crore cumulative investment
- 1,118 new jobs created
The ACC scheme ensures India reduces reliance on imported cells—one of the most critical components in EVs—and fosters domestic innovation in energy storage solutions. This is crucial for long-term technological independence and cost-efficient clean mobility.
A Truly Flexible, Business-Friendly Approach
Both PLI-Auto and PLI-ACC are pan-India schemes with no geographical restrictions. Companies are free to choose locations based on logistics, supply chain strengths, workforce availability, and long-term strategy. This flexibility encourages balanced industrial growth and promotes competitive clusters across the country.
In Andhra Pradesh alone, the PLI Auto scheme has facilitated four manufacturing units with ₹1,142.28 crore of investment, demonstrating the scheme’s ability to stimulate state-level industrial expansion.
Towards a Sustainable, Atmanirbhar Automotive Future
Together, the PLI-Auto and PLI-ACC schemes are shaping the foundation of India’s future-ready mobility ecosystem. With billions invested, thousands of jobs created, and rapid strides in EV and battery manufacturing, India is steadily positioning itself as a global hub for advanced automotive technologies.
As we honor the spirit of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, these schemes stand as powerful examples of India’s commitment to sustainable growth, innovation, and self-reliance—driving the nation confidently toward a greener and more technologically empowered future.