Textile PLI Scheme: portal for Phase 4 opens 1 November, turnover bar for Part 2 cut
The Ministry of Textiles has said the application portal for the fourth phase of the Textile PLI Scheme will open from 1 November 2026 to 31 December 2026. It affects companies that make MMF garments, MMF fabric and technical textiles, not ordinary citizens directly.
What this means for you
This scheme is for companies, not for ordinary citizens. If you run a firm making MMF garments, MMF fabric or technical textiles, you can apply on the portal between 1 November and 31 December 2026. General readers do not need to do anything.
Key facts
- Portal for Phase 4 open from 1 November 2026 to 31 December 2026
- Minimum turnover for the Part 2 category cut from Rs 200 crore to Rs 100 crore
- Scheme duration extended up to financial year 2033-34, only for applicants approved under Phase 4
- Existing Phase 1, 2 and 3 companies that have claimed or received no incentive can move to Phase 4 by withdrawing their old application
- Application portal: https://pli.texmin.gov.in
What has happened
The Ministry of Textiles has said it will reopen its application portal to accept fresh applications under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme. This is for the fourth phase of the scheme, and the portal will stay open from 1 November 2026 to 31 December 2026.
According to the ministry, the aim is to promote the manufacture of man-made fibre (MMF) garments, MMF fabric and technical textiles, raise domestic manufacturing capacity, attract investment and create jobs.
What has changed
The ministry listed three changes to the scheme. First, the minimum turnover requirement under the scheme’s ‘Part 2’ category has been cut from Rs 200 crore to Rs 100 crore. The ministry says this will allow more participation by micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and medium-sized manufacturing units.
Second, the scheme’s duration has been extended, but only for applicants approved under the fourth phase. For them it will run up to financial year 2033-34, giving them a longer investment and operating window to set up and expand manufacturing capacity.
Third, companies already in the scheme can also move to Phase 4. This applies to all existing participant companies of Phase 1, 2 and 3, in any part of the scheme, that have not claimed or received any incentive so far. Such companies must withdraw their existing application to move to Phase 4.
Who benefits
The direct benefit goes to companies making textiles and technical textiles, especially smaller and medium units whose turnover now fits the new Part 2 threshold. Ordinary citizens, farmers or job seekers do not have to apply for anything here.
How to apply
The ministry said the online application portal https://pli.texmin.gov.in will be open from 1 November 2026 to 31 December 2026. Eligible companies have been advised to submit their applications within the deadline as per the applicable scheme guidelines.
Where to check more
For the scheme’s rules, conditions and application details, readers can refer to the portal and the scheme guidelines issued by the Ministry of Textiles.
Questions and answers
When will the Textile PLI Scheme portal open?
From 1 November 2026. It will stay open till 31 December 2026 and is meant for fourth-phase applications.
Where do I apply under the PLI Scheme?
At https://pli.texmin.gov.in. The ministry has advised eligible companies to submit applications within the deadline as per the applicable scheme guidelines.
What turnover is needed for the Part 2 category?
The minimum turnover requirement has been cut to Rs 100 crore. It was Rs 200 crore earlier.
Can companies from earlier phases move to Phase 4?
Yes, with a condition. Phase 1, 2 or 3 companies that have not claimed or received any incentive so far can move to Phase 4 by withdrawing their existing application.
Does this benefit ordinary people?
The scheme's direct benefit is for companies. Ordinary citizens do not have to apply.
Source: PIB, "वस्त्र मंत्रालय 1 नवंबर 2026 से नए आवेदन स्वीकार करने के लिए पीएलआई योजना पोर्टल खोलेगा", 28 October 2026. Read the original notice
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