Industrial output grows 4.8% in January 2026
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation released the quick estimate of the Index of Industrial Production on 2 March 2026, showing 4.8% year-on-year growth in January 2026.
Summary
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the quick estimate of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP, base 2011-12=100) on 2 March 2026, showing year-on-year growth of 4.8% in January 2026, down from 7.8% in December 2025. Mining grew 4.3%, manufacturing 4.8% and electricity 5.1%. The index stood at 169.4 against 161.6 in January 2025. Within manufacturing, 14 of 23 industry groups grew; the top contributors were basic metals (13.2%), motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (10.9%) and other non-metallic mineral products (9.9%). The quick estimate is normally released on the 28th of every month and is revised later.
Key facts
- Released
- 2 March 2026, MoSPI
- IIP growth, Jan 2026
- 4.8% (Dec 2025: 7.8%)
- Sectors
- Mining 4.3%, Manufacturing 4.8%, Electricity 5.1%
- Index
- 169.4 (Jan 2025: 161.6)
- Top contributors
- Basic metals 13.2%; motor vehicles 10.9%; non-metallic minerals 9.9%
- Base year
- 2011-12=100
Practice MCQs 3 questions
What was India's IIP growth rate for January 2026 according to the quick estimate released on 2 March 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 4.8%
IIP grew 4.8% year-on-year in January 2026.
Which of the three IIP sectors recorded the highest growth in January 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Electricity
Electricity grew 5.1%, ahead of manufacturing (4.8%) and mining (4.3%).
Which industry group was the top positive contributor to manufacturing growth in January 2026, growing 13.2%?
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Correct answer: D — Manufacture of basic metals
Manufacture of basic metals (13.2%) was the top contributor, followed by motor vehicles (10.9%) and other non-metallic mineral products (9.9%).