MoD signs ₹2,095.70 crore contract with BDL for INVAR anti-tank missiles for T-90 tanks
The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹2,095.70 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) on 13 November 2025 to procure INVAR anti-tank missiles under the 'Buy (Indian)' category, to raise the firepower of the Indian Army's T-90 tanks.
Summary
The INVAR missile contract was signed at South Block, New Delhi, in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. INVAR is a laser-guided anti-tank missile with very high hit probability, and it will enhance the lethality of the T-90, the mainstay of the Army's armoured regiments. The Ministry said the deal draws on the expertise of Defence Public Sector Undertakings in support of self-reliance in defence.
Key facts
- Missile
- INVAR anti-tank (laser-guided)
- Supplier
- Bharat Dynamics Limited
- Value
- ₹2,095.70 cr
- Category
- Buy (Indian)
- Platform
- T-90 tank
- Signed
- 13 Nov 2025, South Block
Practice MCQs 3 questions
The INVAR anti-tank missiles ordered by the Ministry of Defence in November 2025 are meant to enhance the firepower of which tank?
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Correct answer: C — T-90
The procurement enhances the firepower and lethality of the T-90, the mainstay of the Army's armoured regiments.
Consider the following statements about the INVAR contract signed on 13 November 2025: 1. It was signed with Bharat Dynamics Limited under the 'Buy (Indian)' category. 2. INVAR is a wire-guided missile meant for helicopters. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
The ₹2,095.70 crore contract is with BDL under 'Buy (Indian)'. INVAR is a laser-guided anti-tank missile for the T-90 tank, not a wire-guided helicopter missile.
What was the value of the INVAR anti-tank missile contract signed by the Ministry of Defence with BDL on 13 November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — ₹2,095.70 crore
The contract for INVAR missiles was worth ₹2,095.70 crore.