The Union Ministry of Textiles has officially opened its dedicated online portal (pli.texmin.gov.in) for Round 4 applications under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles, running from 1 November to 31 December 2026. The launch marks a critical policy recalibration, lowering entry barriers to allow mid-sized textile manufacturing enterprises in Gujarat to access central production incentives.
Turnover Threshold Halved to ₹100 Crore
Under the revised scheme framework, the minimum turnover threshold under Part 2 has been reduced from ₹200 crore to ₹100 crore. This change directly benefits mid-tier synthetic weavers, warp knitting houses, and technical textile producers in industrial hubs like Sachin GIDC, Pandesara, and Palsana who were excluded under earlier criteria.
The scheme provides incentives ranging between 3% and 11% on incremental sales over five continuous financial years, specifically targeting:
- Man-Made Fibre (MMF) Apparel: Stitched western wear, activewear, and performance garments.
- MMF Fabrics: Specialty synthetic fabrics including high-tenacity nylon, technical polyester, and functional blends.
- Technical Textiles: Geotextiles, agrotextiles, medical non-wovens, and ballistic defence fabrics.
Extended Scheme Tenure to FY 2033–34
To give participating companies adequate gestation time for factory installation and trial production, the Ministry has extended the operative tenure of the scheme until FY 2033–34 for entities approved under Round 4. Furthermore, companies approved during Rounds 1, 2, or 3 that have neither claimed nor received disbursements are permitted to withdraw older submissions and migrate seamlessly into Round 4.
Stacking PLI with Gujarat State Subsidies
Industry leaders from the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) and the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) welcomed the move, noting that India’s textile exports rose 17.51% in September. Trade consultants emphasize that qualifying investors can pair central PLI incentives with the Gujarat Textile Policy (2024–2029), which grants up to 35% capital subsidies and power tariff relief on new plant and machinery.