The Indian government has extended the application deadline for the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles until March 31, 2026. This decision comes after a strong response since the portal reopened in August 2025, with many textile companies submitting proposals. The extension aims to encourage broader participation and reflects increased investor confidence in India's textile industry.
PLI Scheme for Textiles: Government extends the last date for submitting new applications up to 31st March 2026
The Government of India has decided to extend the deadline for submission of fresh applications under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles up to 31st March 2026.
The extension follows the significant response received since the application portal has been re-opened in August 2025, with proposals being submitted by textile companies across priority areas including Man-Made Fibre (MMF) Apparel, MMF Fabrics, and Technical Textiles.
The decision underscores the growing investor confidence in India's textile sector and aims to facilitate wider participation by offering additional time to eligible applicants. The application portal https://pli.texmin.gov.in/ will remain open till 31.03.2026.
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The new deadline for submitting applications under the PLI Scheme for Textiles is March 31, 2026.
The deadline has been extended due to the significant response received since the application portal reopened in August 2025, and to allow more eligible companies to participate.
The scheme covers priority areas including Man-Made Fibre (MMF) Apparel, MMF Fabrics, and Technical Textiles.
The application portal can be accessed at https://pli.texmin.gov.in/
The application portal reopened in August 2025.