India’s semiconductor dream is no longer just a policy document. On February 21, 2026, PM Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation stone for India Chip Private Limited — a ₹3,700 crore chip facility in Greater Noida that marks one of the country’s biggest steps toward tech self-reliance.
India Chip Noida: Key Facts at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Company | India Chip Pvt. Ltd. |
| Joint Venture | HCL Group (60%) + Foxconn (40%) |
| Location | YEIDA, Jewar, Greater Noida, UP |
| Investment | ₹3,700 crore (~$403 million) |
| Facility Type | OSAT (Assembly & Test) |
| Chip Type | Display Driver Integrated Circuits |
| Capacity | 20,000 wafers/month (~3.6 crore chips/month) |
| Expected Jobs | 3,500+ direct and indirect |
| Operational By | 2028 |
Why This Chip Factory Is a Big Deal for India
India Chip is a 60:40 joint venture between HCL Group and Taiwan’s Foxconn, set up as an Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility at YEIDA in Greater Noida. The plant will produce display driver chips for digital screens — essentially the “brain” behind every display in phones, laptops, and cars — with 3.6 crore chips rolling out monthly at full capacity.
India is following the same path Taiwan, China, and Southeast Asia took — building backend packaging strength before scaling to full fabrication, a staged and realistic approach into the global chip value chain. The facility also benefits from its proximity to the upcoming Jewar International Airport, strengthening Greater Noida’s case as North India’s emerging semiconductor hub.
For broader context, see India Semiconductor Mission’s official page and MeitY’s semiconductor programme details. Also read our coverage of Made in India tech initiatives and HCL Group’s latest tech ventures on TechnoSports.
