Foxconn reportedly plans to double iPhone production in India by 2025, aiming to produce 25-30 million units annually. This expansion, driven by Apple's diversification strategy and Indian government incentives, marks a significant shift in global iPhone manufacturing.
The Economic Times, citing industry sources, reported that Foxconn plans to produce 25 million to 30 million iPhones in India in 2025, significantly increasing from the 12 million assembled in 2024.
Progress at Foxconn's Bengaluru facility has been substantial, with trial runs over the past few months assessing the plant's ability to meet Apple's stringent quality standards.
The report, citing Lori Chang, a senior analyst at Taipei-based Isaiah Research, stated that Foxconn's main focus will continue to be iPhone production, with expectations that the share made in India will increase from 12-16% in 2024 to 21-25% in 2025.
Apple is enhancing its iPhone production in India to reduce reliance on China. The Financial Times reported that by early 2025, India will contribute about 15% of global iPhone output, with plans to increase this to 25% by 2027. A significant move in this direction is Tata Group's acquisition of a 60% stake in Pegatron Technology India, which manages an iPhone assembly plant near Chennai.
The Indian government is supporting this effort by eliminating import duties on components essential for smartphone production. In March 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the removal of duties on 28 items related to mobile phone production to bolster local manufacturing capabilities and enhance India's competitive edge in exports.
Article edited by Jerry Chen
