{"id":54243,"date":"2026-07-17T10:17:44","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T04:47:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=54243"},"modified":"2026-07-17T10:17:46","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T04:47:46","slug":"mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/","title":{"rendered":"Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme MPMS: Key Features, Incentives, Benefits and Impact on India&#8217;s Electronics Sector"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme_MPMS_approved_by_Union_Cabinet_with_%E2%82%B962500_crore_investment_to_boost_electronics_manufacturing_exports_domestic_value_addition_employment_and_Indias_global_mobile_production_ecosystem_Learn_key_features_and_exam-relevant_facts\" >Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme MPMS approved by Union Cabinet with \u20b962,500 crore investment to boost electronics manufacturing, exports, domestic value addition, employment, and India&#8217;s global mobile production ecosystem. Learn key features and exam-relevant facts.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Cabinet_Approves_a_New_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme\" >Cabinet Approves a New Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Objective_of_the_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme\" >Objective of the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Key_Features_of_MPMS\" >Key Features of MPMS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Major_Benefits_for_the_Indian_Economy\" >Major Benefits for the Indian Economy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Boost_to_Exports_and_Global_Competitiveness\" >Boost to Exports and Global Competitiveness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Importance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\" >Importance for Government Exam Aspirants<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Why_this_News_is_Important\" >Why this News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Strengthening_Indias_Manufacturing_Ecosystem\" >Strengthening India&#8217;s Manufacturing Ecosystem<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Significant_for_Competitive_Examinations\" >Significant for Competitive Examinations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Indias_Journey_Towards_Electronics_Manufacturing\" >India&#8217;s Journey Towards Electronics Manufacturing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Evolution_Towards_Higher_Value_Addition\" >Evolution Towards Higher Value Addition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CMobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme_MPMS%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from &#8220;Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS)&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_on_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme_MPMS\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#1_What_is_the_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme_MPMS\" >1. What is the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#2_What_is_the_total_financial_outlay_of_the_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme\" >2. What is the total financial outlay of the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#3_Which_body_approved_the_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme\" >3. Which body approved the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#4_What_is_the_main_objective_of_MPMS\" >4. What is the main objective of MPMS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#5_How_long_will_the_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme_remain_operational\" >5. How long will the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme remain operational?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#6_What_type_of_incentives_are_provided_under_MPMS\" >6. What type of incentives are provided under MPMS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#7_How_does_MPMS_support_the_Make_in_India_initiative\" >7. How does MPMS support the Make in India initiative?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#8_What_is_the_expected_impact_of_MPMS_on_employment\" >8. What is the expected impact of MPMS on employment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#9_How_is_MPMS_connected_with_Atmanirbhar_Bharat\" >9. How is MPMS connected with Atmanirbhar Bharat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#10_Why_is_MPMS_important_for_government_exam_preparation\" >10. Why is MPMS important for government exam preparation?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/mobile-phone-manufacturing-scheme-mpms\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme_MPMS_approved_by_Union_Cabinet_with_%E2%82%B962500_crore_investment_to_boost_electronics_manufacturing_exports_domestic_value_addition_employment_and_Indias_global_mobile_production_ecosystem_Learn_key_features_and_exam-relevant_facts\"><\/span><strong>Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme MPMS<\/strong> approved by Union Cabinet with \u20b962,500 crore investment to boost electronics manufacturing, exports, domestic value addition, employment, and India&#8217;s global mobile production ecosystem. Learn key features and exam-relevant facts.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cabinet_Approves_a_New_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme\"><\/span>Cabinet Approves a New Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Union Cabinet has approved the <strong>Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS)<\/strong> with a financial outlay of <strong>\u20b962,500 crore<\/strong> for a period of five years. The scheme is aimed at strengthening India&#8217;s position as a global manufacturing hub for smartphones by encouraging higher production, exports, domestic value addition, and employment generation. It complements the government&#8217;s broader strategy of promoting advanced electronics manufacturing alongside the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objective_of_the_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme\"><\/span>Objective of the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The primary objective of MPMS is to transform India from a major assembly destination into a comprehensive manufacturing ecosystem. The scheme seeks to increase domestic production of mobile phones, deepen local sourcing of components, promote innovation, and make Indian companies globally competitive. It also aims to reduce dependence on imports while strengthening the country&#8217;s electronics supply chain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_of_MPMS\"><\/span>Key Features of MPMS<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme provides production-linked incentives on eligible sales made by manufacturers operating in India. Incentive rates range from <strong>2.25% to 5%<\/strong> depending on eligibility and performance. Companies can also receive an <strong>additional incentive of up to 1.5%<\/strong> for sourcing key components and sub-assemblies domestically, encouraging localisation of the supply chain. Furthermore, Indian brands investing in product design and research and development (R&amp;D) are eligible for an <strong>additional 3% incentive<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Benefits_for_the_Indian_Economy\"><\/span>Major Benefits for the Indian Economy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The MPMS is expected to attract substantial domestic and foreign investments into India&#8217;s electronics sector. By encouraging local production and exports, the scheme will generate employment opportunities for skilled and semi-skilled workers. It will also strengthen India&#8217;s manufacturing ecosystem by increasing domestic value addition and reducing reliance on imported electronic components. The initiative supports the objectives of <strong>Make in India<\/strong> and <strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boost_to_Exports_and_Global_Competitiveness\"><\/span>Boost to Exports and Global Competitiveness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has emerged as one of the world&#8217;s leading smartphone manufacturing destinations over the past decade. The new scheme is expected to further enhance export competitiveness by improving production efficiency and encouraging companies to manufacture high-value smartphones within the country. Increased exports will strengthen India&#8217;s position in global electronics supply chains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span>Importance for Government Exam Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme is highly relevant for competitive examinations because it is linked to economic development, industrial policy, employment generation, foreign investment, electronics manufacturing, and government initiatives such as Make in India, Digital India, Production Linked Incentive (PLI), and Atmanirbhar Bharat. Questions related to newly launched government schemes frequently appear in UPSC, State PCS, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and other competitive examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"Mobile-Phone-Manufacturing-Scheme-MPMS\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSusF-Y-m5kDm1j3zmSe7YNFPDOlc0Etw8cb5o6FmNc_g&amp;s=10\" alt=\"Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme MPMS\" style=\"width:672px;height:auto\" title=\"Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme MPMS\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme MPMS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why this News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Indias_Manufacturing_Ecosystem\"><\/span>Strengthening India&#8217;s Manufacturing Ecosystem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The approval of the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme marks another important step in India&#8217;s industrial development strategy. The scheme seeks to build a complete electronics manufacturing ecosystem instead of limiting domestic industries to mobile phone assembly. Greater domestic value addition is expected to improve India&#8217;s manufacturing capabilities and reduce dependence on imports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significant_for_Competitive_Examinations\"><\/span>Significant for Competitive Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This development is important from an examination perspective because questions on government schemes, economic policies, electronics manufacturing, industrial incentives, and employment generation are commonly asked in UPSC Civil Services, State PCS, SSC CGL, Banking, Railways, Defence, and teaching recruitment examinations. Candidates should remember the scheme&#8217;s <strong>\u20b962,500 crore<\/strong> outlay, <strong>five-year duration<\/strong>, incentive structure, and objectives. The scheme is also linked with India&#8217;s long-term vision of becoming a global electronics manufacturing hub and complements the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Journey_Towards_Electronics_Manufacturing\"><\/span>India&#8217;s Journey Towards Electronics Manufacturing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India launched several initiatives over the last decade to strengthen domestic electronics manufacturing. Programmes such as <strong>Make in India<\/strong>, <strong>Digital India<\/strong>, and the <strong>Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme<\/strong> significantly increased smartphone manufacturing capacity. As a result, India has become one of the world&#8217;s largest mobile phone manufacturing countries and a growing exporter of smartphones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_Towards_Higher_Value_Addition\"><\/span>Evolution Towards Higher Value Addition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While earlier initiatives primarily focused on assembling mobile phones, the government&#8217;s policy has gradually shifted toward manufacturing components, encouraging research and development, promoting Indian brands, and strengthening semiconductor production. The Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme builds upon these earlier initiatives by rewarding domestic sourcing, design capabilities, and higher local value addition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CMobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme_MPMS%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from &#8220;Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS)&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>The Union Cabinet approved the <strong>Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS)<\/strong> with an outlay of <strong>\u20b962,500 crore<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The scheme will operate for <strong>five years<\/strong> to promote mobile phone manufacturing and exports.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Incentives range from <strong>2.25% to 5%<\/strong> on eligible sales, with additional incentives for domestic sourcing and Indian R&amp;D.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>MPMS aims to increase domestic value addition, generate employment, attract investments, and strengthen India&#8217;s electronics ecosystem.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The scheme supports major government initiatives including <strong>Make in India<\/strong>, <strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat<\/strong>, and complements <strong>India Semiconductor Mission 2.0<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme MPMS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_on_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme_MPMS\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme_MPMS\"><\/span>1. What is the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS) is a government initiative approved by the Union Cabinet to promote mobile phone production, exports, domestic value addition, and employment generation in India. The scheme aims to strengthen India&#8217;s electronics manufacturing ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_the_total_financial_outlay_of_the_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme\"><\/span>2. What is the total financial outlay of the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The total financial outlay of the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme is <strong>\u20b962,500 crore<\/strong> for a period of five years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_body_approved_the_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme\"><\/span>3. Which body approved the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister of India<\/strong> approved the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_main_objective_of_MPMS\"><\/span>4. What is the main objective of MPMS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main objective of MPMS is to make India a global hub for mobile phone manufacturing by increasing domestic production, encouraging exports, promoting local sourcing of components, and reducing dependence on imported electronics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_long_will_the_Mobile_Phone_Manufacturing_Scheme_remain_operational\"><\/span>5. How long will the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme remain operational?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme will be implemented for a period of <strong>five years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_type_of_incentives_are_provided_under_MPMS\"><\/span>6. What type of incentives are provided under MPMS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under MPMS, eligible mobile phone manufacturers will receive production-based incentives ranging from <strong>2.25% to 5%<\/strong> on eligible sales. Additional incentives are provided for domestic sourcing of components and investment in research and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_does_MPMS_support_the_Make_in_India_initiative\"><\/span>7. How does MPMS support the Make in India initiative?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MPMS supports Make in India by encouraging domestic manufacturing, attracting investments, creating jobs, and increasing India&#8217;s share in global electronics production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_expected_impact_of_MPMS_on_employment\"><\/span>8. What is the expected impact of MPMS on employment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme is expected to generate large-scale employment opportunities in manufacturing, electronics assembly, component production, logistics, research, and related industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_How_is_MPMS_connected_with_Atmanirbhar_Bharat\"><\/span>9. 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