Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for White Goods (Air Conditioners and LED Lights)
The PLI Scheme for White Goods (ACs and LED Lights) offers 4–6% financial incentives on incremental sales of AC and LED components manufactured in India, running FY 2021-22 to FY 2028-29 with a total government outlay of ₹6,238 crore. It targets manufacturers of key components like compressors, copper tubes, LED chips, and drivers to build domestic supply chains and reduce import dependence. Apply through the PLI-WG portal at pliwg.dpiit.gov.in.
About This Scheme
The PLI Scheme for White Goods (ACs and LED Lights) offers 4–6% financial incentives on incremental sales of AC and LED components manufactured in India, running FY 2021-22 to FY 2028-29 with a total government outlay of ₹6,238 crore. It targets manufacturers of key components like compressors, copper tubes, LED chips, and drivers to build domestic supply chains and reduce import dependence. Apply through the PLI-WG portal at pliwg.dpiit.gov.in.
Full official description
The scheme targets manufacturers of components / sub-assemblies of Air Conditioners & LED Lights and offers 4–6% incentive on incremental sales to boost localization, reduce imports, and build a domestic supply chain.
Objective & Scope
The objective is to boost domestic manufacturing, reduce import dependence, build a strong component ecosystem for white goods, and position India in the global supply chain.
The scheme targets companies that invest in manufacturing components or sub-assemblies for:
- Air Conditioners (ACs) — e.g. compressors, copper tubes, heat exchangers, motors, control assemblies, etc.
- LED Lights — e.g. LED chips & packaging, LED drivers, LED engines, light-management systems, and other components in the LED-light value chain.
Implementation Period & Financial Outlay
- The scheme runs from FY 2021-22 to FY 2028-29
- Total approved outlay is Rs 6,238 crore.
- Incentives under the scheme are provided for a period of 5 years on incremental sales (after one / two year gestation period), over the base year.
Benefits
- 4–6% financial incentive on net incremental sales of eligible products manufactured in India
- Incentive period: 5 consecutive years after a 1–2 year gestation period (scheme runs FY 2021-22 to FY 2028-29)
- Target: raise domestic value addition in AC/LED manufacturing from ~15–20% to ~75–80%
- Total approved government outlay: ₹6,238 crore
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Companies making brownfield or greenfield investments in AC component or LED component manufacturing in India
- Must meet annual cumulative domestic investment thresholds as specified in the scheme appendix
- Must achieve minimum net incremental sales over the base year (FY 2019-20 or FY 2020-21, whichever is higher)
- Incremental sales must be in line with production capacity created from scheme investments
- Investments already counted under another PLI scheme cannot be re-used for eligibility here
How to Apply
Application Link: https://pliwg.dpiit.gov.in/
Step 01: Check Eligibility
Step 02: Prepare Required Documents
Step 03: Register on the PLI-WG Online Portal
Step 04: Fill the Online Application Form
Step 05: Upload All Required Documents
Step 06: Pay the Application Fee
Step 07: Submit the Application
Step 08: Evaluation by PMA
Step 09: Approval by Competent Authority
Step 10: Post-Approval Compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
What financial benefit does the PLI Scheme for White Goods provide
It offers 4%–6% incentive on net incremental sales of eligible products over the base year for 5 years.
How does the scheme support domestic manufacturing?
It encourages investment in new manufacturing facilities for AC and LED components, boosting localization and reducing imports.
Can companies benefit from economies of scale?
Yes. Up to 40% of incremental sales of eligible products may be to sectors outside AC/LED, enabling economies of scale.
Does the scheme support component-level expansion?
Yes. Companies can invest in multiple eligible components within a target segment; backward integration investments are also eligible.
Is captive consumption eligible for incentive?
Yes. Captive consumption counts as net sales turnover if at least 60% goes into AC/LED manufacturing.
When are incentives disbursed?
Incentives are disbursed the year after meeting both investment and sales thresholds, provided that the requisite conditions are met
Who can apply under the PLI White Goods Scheme?
Only companies incorporated in India under the Companies Act (2013 or 1956). LLPs cannot apply.
What are the pre-qualification financial criteria?
Minimum Gross Block, Global Revenue, and Net Worth thresholds must be met for each target segment.
Is an applicant allowed if it benefits from another PLI scheme for the same products?
No. Double benefits for the same product across PLI schemes are not allowed
Where is the application submitted?
Applications must be submitted online via the PLI-WG portal.
What is the application window?
The scheme opens applications for specified windows; initial was 15 June–15 Sept 2021 with possible later rounds.
What is the application fee and payment mode?
Rs 1,00,000 to be paid online
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Document Checklist - [https://pliwg.dpiit.gov.in/docs/Document%20Checklist.pdf](https://pliwg.dpiit.gov.in/docs/Document%20Checklist.pdf)