MoT Notified Major Amendments to PLI Scheme for Textiles

Current Context: On 9 October 2025, the Ministry of Textiles announced major amendments to the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles to make it more industry‑friendly.

Key Amendments (MoT – 9 Oct 2025)

• Investment thresholds reduced:
• Part‑1: ₹300 cr → ₹150 cr
• Part‑2: ₹100 cr → ₹50 cr

• Turnover criteria eased: Incremental turnover requirement cut from 25% → 10%.
• Expanded coverage: New HSN codes added for MMF apparel, MMF fabrics, and technical textiles.
• Flexibility in setup: Units can now be established within existing companies, not only new entities.
• Application window extended: Open till 31 Dec 2025.
• Objective: To attract wider participation, boost MMF & technical textiles, generate jobs, and enhance global competitiveness.

Question:

Q.1 Under the revised Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles, what is the new minimum investment threshold for Part-1?
a) ₹300 crore
b) ₹200 crore
c) ₹150 crore
d) 100 crore

Answer: c) The investment requirement under Part-1 was reduced from ₹300 crore to ₹150 crore to allow more large and mid-sized textile manufacturers to participate.