
The Indian government has granted more time for companies to apply to its ambitious Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), extending the application deadline to September 30, 2025, from the original July 31 date. This extension aims to strengthen the domestic electronics manufacturing sector and boost India’s status as a global manufacturing hub.
What Is the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme?
Launched on May 1, 2025, the ECMS is a government-backed incentive program with a financial outlay of ₹22,919 crore (about $2.7 billion). The scheme’s goal is to attract significant investments in the electronics components and sub-assembly sector, helping India reduce its reliance on imports and advance towards self-reliance in electronics manufacturing.
Scheme Highlights:
- Tenure: FY 2025–26 to FY 2031–32 (plus a one-year gestation period).
- Investment Goal: ₹59,350 crore in investments from both domestic and global companies.
- Production Target: ₹4,56,500 crore worth of electronic components to be manufactured under the scheme.
- Job Creation: Estimated 91,600 direct jobs and many more indirect employment opportunities.
Why Was the Deadline Extended?
The extension follows a strong industry response: nearly 100 applications have already been received, including those from major players like Tata Electronics, Dixon Technologies, and Foxconn. Industry participants requested more time to prepare comprehensive applications, and the government responded by providing a new deadline.
This move is designed to:
- Encourage wider participation from companies of all sizes.
- Support the “Make in India” initiative by nurturing the domestic manufacturing ecosystem.
- Boost exports and integrate Indian manufacturers further into global supply chains.
Incentives and Application Process:
How the Scheme Works:
- Incentives: Provided on a first-come, first-served basis and linked to actual turnover and capital expenditure.
- Target Segments: Focuses on sub-assemblies, high-tech components, and supply chain infrastructure, including capital equipment for electronics manufacturing.
- Evaluation Criteria: Applications are judged based on quality, innovation, and the manufacturer’s in-house design capabilities.
Application and Selection:
- Application Portal: The scheme’s application window has been extended to September 30, 2025.
- Approval Timeline: The first wave of project approvals is expected between August and September 2025.
How Will the Scheme Benefit India?
By extending the deadline, the government hopes to:
- Attract additional investments into the electronics sector.
- Reduce India’s electronics import bill.
- Drive new export opportunities.
- Create thousands of jobs.
- Build a robust supply chain that supports long-term domestic manufacturing growth.
Looking Ahead:
With the new application deadline, companies now have extra time to submit their proposals and be part of this transformative journey. The government remains committed to fostering innovation, economic growth, and employment by prioritizing quality investments into the country’s electronic manufacturing ecosystem.