India’s semiconductor manufacturing ambitions have received massive government backing with 10 approved projects worth ₹1.60 lakh crore across six states. Led by Micron Technology‘s ₹22,516 crore facility and Tata-Powerchip’s ₹91,000 crore mega-fab, these investments position India as a global semiconductor hub under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
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Complete Semiconductor Investment Breakdown by State & Company
The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) has strategically distributed investments to create manufacturing clusters across key states, with Gujarat emerging as the primary hub hosting five major projects.
| Company | Investment | Location | Strategic Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tata & Powerchip | ₹91,000 crore | Dholera, Gujarat | Advanced chip manufacturing |
| Tata Electronics | ₹27,000 crore | Morigaon, Assam | Integrated manufacturing |
| Micron Technology | ₹22,516 crore | Sanand, Gujarat | Memory chip production |
| CG Power, Renesas, Stars | ₹7,600 crore | Sanand, Gujarat | Power semiconductors |
| HCL, Foxconn JV | ₹3,706 crore | Jewar, Uttar Pradesh | Joint venture facility |
| Kaynes Semicon | ₹3,300 crore | Sanand, Gujarat | Specialized components |
| SiCSem | ₹2,066 crore | Odisha | Silicon carbide devices |
| HIPSPL (3D Glass) | ₹1,943 crore | Odisha | Advanced packaging |
| ASIP Technologies | ₹468 crore | Andhra Pradesh | System packaging |
| CDIL | ₹117 crore | Mohali, Punjab | Discrete semiconductors |
What Makes These Investments Special?
The approved projects span the entire semiconductor value chain from memory chips to advanced packaging. SiCSem represents India’s first commercial compound semiconductor fab, while 3D Glass Solutions brings world-class advanced packaging technology for AI and defense applications.
The latest Cabinet approval of four projects worth ₹4,600 crore demonstrates accelerating momentum, creating 2,034 skilled jobs directly while catalyzing broader electronic manufacturing ecosystem development.
Strategic Technology Areas & Applications
These facilities target critical applications including electric vehicles, defense equipment, data centers, 5G infrastructure, and renewable energy systems. SiCSem’s Silicon Carbide devices serve missiles, EVs, and fast chargers, while 3D Glass Solutions focuses on AI and high-performance computing applications.
Continental Device’s Punjab expansion manufactures MOSFETs, IGBTs, and transistors for automotive electronics and EV charging infrastructure, directly supporting India’s electric mobility transition.
Employment & Ecosystem Impact
The cumulative investment is expected to generate substantial direct and indirect employment across six states. Gujarat leads with five projects, followed by Odisha’s advanced packaging focus and Assam’s Tata Electronics facility creating northeastern manufacturing presence.
Beyond direct manufacturing, these investments support India’s growing chip design ecosystem with government backing for 278 academic institutions and 72 startups, benefiting over 60,000 students through talent development programs.
Global Positioning & Future Outlook
With global semiconductor demand surging in telecom, automotive, and AI applications, India’s strategic positioning addresses supply chain diversification needs while building domestic capabilities for critical technologies.
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These investments transform India from a semiconductor importer into a global manufacturing destination, achieving PM Modi’s Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.
FAQs
What’s the total investment approved for India’s semiconductor projects?
India has approved ₹1.60 lakh crore across 10 semiconductor projects in six states.
Which state has the most semiconductor investments approved?
Gujarat leads with five projects including Micron, Tata-Powerchip, and three other facilities.
