Advanced Chemistry Cell Production Linked Incentive (ACC-PLI) Scheme Latest News
Recently, it was observed that there is a substantial gap between the intended and actual outcomes of the Advanced Chemistry Cell Production Linked Incentive (ACC-PLI) scheme.
About Advanced Chemistry Cell Production Linked Incentive (ACC-PLI) scheme
- It was launched in October 2021 to catalyse domestic manufacturing of next-generation battery cells.
- It is aimed to set up 50 gigawatt hour (GWh) of battery cell manufacturing capacity by 2026.
- It is also aimed to build a local battery supply chain (cathode, anode, electrolyte) to reduce import dependence, mobilising private investments and global tech partnerships, lowering battery costs, and accelerating electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage adoption.
- Nodal Ministry: It was launched by the Ministry of Heavy Industries.
- Total Outlay: With a total financial outlay of Rs. 18,100 crore.
Features of Advanced Chemistry Cell Production Linked Incentive (ACC-PLI) scheme
- Incentives: Under the scheme, selected manufacturers were promised incentives linked to actual battery sales, with a maximum subsidy of about Rs. 2,000 per kilowatt-hour.
- Companies were required to make a minimum investment of Rs. 1,100 crore and meet phased domestic value-addition targets, 25% within two years and 60% within five years.
- Beyond capacity creation, the policy intended to develop a complete battery supply chain covering cathodes, anodes, electrolytes, and cell assembly, while also generating over one million jobs.
Source: TH
Last updated on January, 2026
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