CHIEF Minister Bhupendra Patel has launched the Gujarat Electronics Component Manufacturing Policy-2025 (GECMS-2025), which aims to attract over Rs 35,000 crore investment and create a large pool of high-skilled jobs, while aligning closely with the Centre’s Electronics Components and Semiconductors (ECMS) scheme. A key highlight is its provision of 100 per cent top-up incentives for projects approved by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), offering dual benefits from both the Centre and the State. Once the Centre releases its share of funding, Gujarat will disburse its matching assistance within 30 working days.

 

The policy targets strategic sectors, including multi-layer and HDI printed circuit boards (PCBs), lithium-ion battery cells, SMDs, camera and display modules, and specialised machinery. By focusing on upstream manufacturing and reducing dependency on imports, the policy aims to integrate Gujarat deeply into global electronics value chains. GECMS-2025 also includes robust R&D support, with grants up to Rs 12.5 crore for institutions to establish Centres of Excellence, Applied Research Labs, and Finishing Schools.