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Subsidy Heavy Industries

PLI Advanced Chemistry Cell (Battery)

Up to Rs. 18,100 Cr outlay for Li-ion battery manufacturing

Maximum benefit
Rs. 2-5/Wh incentive based on DVA
Typical processing
Annual disbursement linked to verified production
Apply on official portal

About this scheme

PLI Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage targets 50 GWh of giga-scale Li-ion battery manufacturing. Selected bidders get Rs. 2-5/Wh incentive over 5 years on Domestic Value Addition.

What you get

  • Incentive Rs. 2-5/Wh on annual sales (5 years)
  • Bid-based selection — winners get higher rates
  • Stacks with state EV / battery cluster schemes
  • Tax-free incentive
  • Convergence with FAME-II demand-side subsidy

Who qualifies

Domestic and foreign manufacturers proposing to set up Li-ion battery cell manufacturing of at least 5 GWh capacity. Rs. 165 Cr+ per GWh investment commitment.

Industries (NIC divisions)
Electrical equipmentMachinery
Business types
Private LimitedPublic Limited

Available across India (central scheme).

How to apply

  1. 1Submit response to Government Request for Proposal
  2. 2Bid for capacity slots + incentive rate
  3. 3Selection by inter-ministerial committee
  4. 4Commission plant within 2-3 years
  5. 5Annual production + DVA verification
  6. 6Disbursement post-audit

Key terms and conditions

  • Minimum 25% DVA Year 1; 60% Year 5
  • Tech licensing must be from reputed source
  • Phase-wise capacity targets

What disqualifies you

  • Cell assembly without cell manufacturing excluded
  • Pure pack assembly not eligible
  • Imported cells re-badged not eligible

Documents typically required

  • Investment proposal
  • Tech licensing agreement
  • Land allotment
  • DPR

The content above is compiled from public information published by the scheme authority. Eligibility, benefits, and procedures are subject to change. Confirm details directly with the official portal before applying. BharatSeal does not process scheme applications.