Driving India’s Electronics Future – First 7 Projects Approved under ECMS worth ₹5,532 Crore
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Driving India’s Electronics Future – First 7 Projects Approved under ECMS worth ₹5,532 Crore
UPSC STYLE ANALYSIS
1. Context
The Government of India has approved the first seven projects under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) with a total investment of ₹5,532 crore, expected to generate ₹44,406 crore in production and create 5,195 jobs.
Announced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on 27 October 2025, this development marks a major milestone in strengthening India’s electronics manufacturing ecosystem and reducing dependence on imports for critical components.
2. Key Highlights
- Total Investment Approved: ₹5,532 crore
- Expected Output: ₹44,406 crore
- Jobs Created: 5,195
- Total ECMS Commitments: ₹1.15 lakh crore (≈2× original target)
- Electronics Exports (FY 2024–25): India’s third-largest export category
3. Scheme Overview – ECMS
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) |
| Notified On | 8 April 2025 |
| Total Outlay | ₹22,919 crore (≈USD 2.7 billion) |
| Tenure | 6 years (plus optional 1-year gestation) |
| Aim | To build a robust domestic ecosystem for high-value component manufacturing |
| Focus Areas | Camera modules, PCBs, laminates, semiconductors, films, etc. |
| Implementing Agency | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) |
4. Objectives
- Promote self-reliance in electronic components manufacturing.
- Attract domestic and foreign investment across the supply chain.
- Integrate Indian industry with global value chains (GVCs).
- Boost exports and domestic value addition in electronics.
- Generate high-skilled employment in the sector.
5. Progress under ECMS (as of 30 September 2025)
- Investment Commitments: ₹1,15,351 crore (vs. ₹59,350 crore target)
- Expected Production: ₹10,34,751 crore (2.2× initial projection)
- Incentive Outgo: ₹41,468 crore (vs. ₹22,805 crore estimate)
- Direct Employment: 1,41,801 (vs. 91,600 target)
6. First 7 Approved Projects under ECMS
| Applicant | Product | Location | Investment (₹ Cr) | Expected Output (₹ Cr) | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaynes Circuits India Pvt. Ltd. | Multi-Layer PCB | Tamil Nadu | 104 | 4,300 | 220 |
| Kaynes Circuits India Pvt. Ltd. | Camera Module Sub-Assembly | Tamil Nadu | 325 | 12,630 | 480 |
| Kaynes Circuits India Pvt. Ltd. | HDI PCB | Tamil Nadu | 1,684 | 4,510 | 1,480 |
| Kaynes Circuits India Pvt. Ltd. | Laminate (Copper Clad) | Tamil Nadu | 1,167 | 6,875 | 300 |
| SRF Ltd. | Polypropylene Film | Madhya Pradesh | 496 | 1,311 | 225 |
| Syrma Strategic Electronics Pvt. Ltd. | Multi-Layer PCB | Andhra Pradesh | 765 | 6,933 | 955 |
| Ascent Circuits Pvt. Ltd. | Multi-Layer PCB | Tamil Nadu | 991 | 7,847 | 1,535 |
| Total | — | — | ₹5,532 crore | ₹44,406 crore | 5,195 |
7. Product Significance
- Camera Module Sub-Assemblies: Key for smartphones, drones, and automotive imaging.
- Multi-Layer PCBs & HDI PCBs: Foundation for all electronic circuits — essential for telecom, automotive, aerospace, and medical sectors.
- Copper-Clad Laminates: Base material for PCBs.
- Polypropylene Film: Core component for capacitors in electronics and automotive industries.
8. India’s Electronics Export Transformation
| Indicator | 2014–15 | 2024–25 | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics Production | ₹1.9 lakh crore | ₹11.3 lakh crore | 6× |
| Electronics Exports | ₹38,000 crore | ₹3.27 lakh crore | 8× |
| Mobile Manufacturing Output | ₹18,000 crore | ₹5.45 lakh crore | 28× |
| Mobile Exports | ₹1,500 crore | ₹2,00,000 crore | 127× |
| Apple iPhone Exports (2024) | — | ₹1,10,989 crore | +42% YoY |
India has become the world’s second-largest mobile phone manufacturer with over 300 production units, compared to just two in 2014.
9. Strategic Significance
- Strengthens Atmanirbhar Bharat in high-tech manufacturing.
- Reduces import dependency for critical electronic components.
- Aligns with Make in India and Digital India missions.
- Positions India as a trusted global manufacturing hub for electronics.
- Catalyzes the semiconductor and component value chain development.
10. Conclusion
The ECMS represents a transformative shift in India’s manufacturing landscape—moving from assembly-based production to component-level self-reliance.
With record investment commitments and exponential export growth, India is poised to become a global powerhouse in electronics manufacturing, integrating deeply into global supply chains while ensuring domestic economic resilience.
Updated: 27 October 2025 ; 6:38 PM | Source:Press Information Bureau (PIB)