Apple Expands IPhone Manufacturing In India

Apple has increased its manufacturing operations in the Indian market. The Indian market ranks as the second biggest smartphone market in the world. Bloomberg's recent reports reveal that India now produces 25 percent of all iPhones which are sold around the globe.

The country's production capabilities have expanded at a fast rate. The Indian market saw an increase of 53 percent in iPhone production during 2025. Apple is expanding production to decrease its reliance on manufacturing in China. The company wants to prevent paying expensive tariffs which former US president Donald Trump established for Chinese goods.

Annual Global Production and India’s Share

  • Apple produces approximately 230 million iPhones every year throughout the world. India now plays a more significant role in this supply chain.
  • Apple produced approximately 36 million iPhones in India during 2024.
  • The production output reached approximately 55 million units during the next year.
  • This expansion demonstrates how Apple has changed its approach to manufacturing. Industry analysts expect India’s share in iPhone production to rise further in the coming years.

Government Support and Policy Incentives

  • Apple has expanded its presence in India during the past few years. The government support system has created a major boost for this business expansion.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced the Product-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to drive domestic manufacturing. The program provides financial incentives to companies that increase production in India.

These subsidies help Apple manage several challenges, including:

  • High logistics costs
  • Infrastructure limitations
  • Supply chain adjustments

Discussions on New Incentives

  • The existing incentives for smartphone production will terminate on March 31. Current reports indicate that Apple is talking with the central government about obtaining new incentives.
  • The company aims to increase exports from India. However, Apple has not yet made an official announcement regarding these discussions.