PLI Scheme for Textiles: Government extends the last date for submitting new applications up to 31st March 2026

• Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles is a sector-specific incentive scheme of the Ministry of Textiles targeting Man-Made Fibre (MMF) Apparel, MMF Fabrics, and Technical Textiles.
• Approved outlay: ₹10,683 crore over 5 years to reduce import dependence in MMF/technical textiles where India historically lags vs. cotton.
• Application portal re-opened in August 2025; deadline for fresh applications now extended to 31 March 2026 via pli.texmin.gov.in.
• UPSC relevance: flagship example of India's PLI architecture (14 sectors) under Aatmanirbhar Bharat, with sectoral, employment, and trade-policy dimensions.