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Index of Industrial Production grows 0.4% in October 2025

India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) grew 0.4% in October 2025, down from 4.0% in September, according to quick estimates released by MoSPI on 1 December 2025.

Summary

India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) grew 0.4% in October 2025 against 4.0% (quick estimate) in September 2025, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation on 1 December 2025. In the October 2025 IIP, mining fell 1.8%, manufacturing grew 1.8% and electricity fell 6.9%; MoSPI attributed the slow growth to fewer working days due to festivals and lower power demand after an extended rainfall season. The quick estimate of IIP (base 2011-12=100) stood at 150.9 against 150.3 in October 2024.

Key facts

Released
1 December 2025
October 2025 growth
0.4%
September 2025
4.0% (quick estimate)
Mining
(-)1.8%
Manufacturing
1.8%
Electricity
(-)6.9%
Index level
150.9 (base 2011-12=100)

Practice MCQs 2 questions

Q1

What was India's IIP growth rate for October 2025 as per the quick estimate released on 1 December 2025?

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Correct answer: A — 0.4%

PIB 2196938: the IIP growth rate for October 2025 is 0.4%, against 4.0% in September 2025.

Q2 Advanced

In the October 2025 IIP, which sector recorded the steepest contraction?

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Correct answer: C — Electricity

PIB 2196938: mining fell 1.8%, manufacturing grew 1.8% and electricity fell 6.9% in October 2025.

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