2025 India PCB Market Booms! Here’s the Full Scoop on Growth, Opportunities, and Pitfalls
The Indian PCB (Printed Circuit Board) market has exploded in 2025, transforming from a "follower" that relied on imports for 80% of its needs into a "hot commodity" in the global electronics manufacturing circle. Whether you’re looking to expand production capacity or seek cooperation, this wave of growth dividends is well worth focusing on—let’s break down the market realities today.
How strong is the market? The data speaks for itself. The Indian PCB market reached $6.3 billion in 2024 and will maintain a high annual growth rate of over 15% in the coming years, projected to soar to $24.7 billion by 2033. Core demand is driven by three key sectors: nationwide 4G/5G coverage, a 45% year-on-year surge in electric vehicle (EV) sales in April 2025, and India’s position as the world’s second-largest smartphone market. Demand for core products like rigid PCBs and multi-layer PCBs shows no signs of slowing down.
Two major drivers are fueling this momentum. First, the government’s tangible support—"Make in India" is more than just a slogan. The Electronic Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), launched in April, received 249 investment applications totaling 1.15 trillion rupees (approximately $13.8 billion) in just six months. Seven PCB-related projects approved in October involve a total investment of 55.3 billion rupees, with five located in Tamil Nadu. Companies also enjoy tax incentives, simplified approval processes, and higher import tariffs—all designed to push for local production.
Second, downstream demand is booming across multiple sectors. New energy vehicles are the biggest growth driver: a single EV uses four times as many PCBs as a traditional fuel-powered car, with battery management systems and intelligent driving modules heavily dependent on them. In consumer electronics, steady mass production of smartphones and tablets ensures stable demand for rigid PCBs. Additionally, demand for high-precision PCBs in industrial automation and medical equipment is expanding the market further.
The market landscape is changing dramatically. Previously, India sourced most of its PCBs from China, South Korea, and Taiwan of China. Now, local enterprises are rising strongly. Listed company Amber Enterprises is investing 42 billion rupees to build PCB factories in Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh, aiming to capture 9% of the Indian market and become the country’s first local supplier of a complete PCB product line. Syrma Group is also investing 159.3 billion rupees to construct India’s largest PCB factory in Andhra Pradesh, expected to create 2,100 jobs. Foreign capital isn’t standing by either—Samsung and Foxconn are actively expanding their presence. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for 35% of ECMS applicants, forming an ecosystem where "giants lead and SMEs collaborate." Once the first batch of projects reaches full capacity, India will meet 20% of its domestic PCB demand locally, with 60% of output for export, significantly reducing import dependence.