QUICK ESTIMATE OF INDEX OF INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION AND USE-BASED INDEX FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2026

• Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is the volume indicator that measures short-term changes in industrial output of Mining, Manufacturing, Electricity; base year 2011-12 = 100.
• Released as a Quick Estimate on the 28th of every month (or next working day) by the National Statistical Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
• January 2026 IIP grew 4.8% YoY, decelerating from 7.8% in Jan 2025 — relevant for GS-III "Indian Economy & Industry" and Prelims data-based MCQs.