PLI Scheme for White Goods: 13 companies apply in 4th round with ₹1,914 crore investment
The 4th round of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for White Goods (air conditioners and LED lights) drew 13 applications with a net committed investment of ₹1,914 crore, DPIIT said on 13 November 2025.
Summary
The PLI White Goods round, open from 15 September to 10 November 2025, saw over half its applicants come from MSMEs. Nine applicants plan ₹1,816 crore for air-conditioner components such as copper tubes, compressors, motors and heat exchangers, while four propose ₹98 crore for LED parts such as chips, drivers and heat sinks; the projects span six states, 13 districts and 23 locations. So far the scheme has drawn ₹10,335 crore of committed investment from 80 approved beneficiaries and is expected to generate production worth ₹1.72 lakh crore and about 60,000 direct jobs.
Key facts
- Round
- 4th, PLI White Goods (ACs & LED lights)
- Applicants
- 13 (over 50% MSMEs)
- Committed investment
- ₹1,914 cr
- AC components
- 9 applicants, ₹1,816 cr
- LED components
- 4 applicants, ₹98 cr
- Scheme so far
- 80 beneficiaries, ₹10,335 cr
- Window
- 15 Sep–10 Nov 2025
Practice MCQs 2 questions
How many applications did the 4th round of the PLI Scheme for White Goods (ACs and LED lights) attract, as announced in November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 13
The round drew 13 applications with a net committed investment of ₹1,914 crore. 80 is the total number of approved beneficiaries so far.
Which department launched the 4th round of the PLI Scheme for White Goods?
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Correct answer: D — Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
The 4th round was launched by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).