The textile PLI scheme portal reopens for new Round 4 applications from 1 November to 31 December 2026. The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) says a lower turnover threshold and a longer-term horizon will widen industry participation, according to Fibre2Fashion on 29 October 2026.
Round 4 is expected to support man-made fibre (MMF) apparel, MMF fabrics and technical textiles.
What Is New in Round 4 of the Textile PLI Scheme?
CITI said the revamped terms, including the lower turnover threshold, will give more companies a chance to take part. CITI chairman Ashwin Chandran called the measure a “huge confidence-booster” that “provides a huge fillip to companies.” He said the liberal terms “will provide greater opportunities for more companies to participate,” leading to “more investments and job creation.”
Chandran described Round 4 and the proposed National Fibre Scheme as “just the sort of policy support that the MMF arena was looking for.” CITI also thanked Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh and officials.
How Are Textile Exports Performing?
Textile and apparel exports rose 17.51% year-on-year in September 2026 in US dollar terms. Growth for April-September 2026 was a lower 2.38%, with apparel exports declining compared with the same period in 2025. The industry targets a $350 billion textile and apparel sector by 2030.
Why Does the MMF Chain Still Face Cost Pressure?
GST on MMF fibre and yarn has been reduced to 5%, removing the inverted duty structure from the fibre stage onward. CITI noted that inversion remains upstream because PTA and MEG still attract 18% GST.
Market Reaction and Industry Response
CITI’s response was strongly positive. No comments from other trade bodies or any stock-market reaction were found in the source reviewed.
What Happens Next?
Companies interested in Round 4 have until 31 December 2026 to apply on the portal. The source does not give the scheme’s outlay or the exact turnover threshold, so those details should be checked against the official notification.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can companies apply for Round 4 of the textile PLI scheme?
The portal reopens from 1 November to 31 December 2026.
Which segments is Round 4 expected to support?
MMF apparel, MMF fabrics and technical textiles.
What did CITI say about the scheme?
Chairman Ashwin Chandran called it a “huge confidence-booster” that will bring more investment and job creation.
Source: Fibre2Fashion, 29 October 2026.
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