India is set to become a major manufacturing hub for Apple, with the tech giant planning to shift the entire assembly of iPhones meant for the US market to India by next year. This move is part of Apple’s broader strategy to reduce its reliance on China amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and trade uncertainties.
Initial efforts are already underway, with Foxconn, Apple’s key contract manufacturer, leading the way from its plant near Bengaluru. The facility is expected to begin full-scale operations soon, with projections of producing up to 20 million iPhones annually. Foxconn’s plant in Tamil Nadu has already accounted for nearly 50% of Apple’s overseas shipments from India, showing a remarkable 40% year-on-year increase in exports.
In the past year, iPhones worth $22 billion have been assembled in India, positioning the country as a critical part of Apple’s global production strategy. Currently, India contributes to nearly 20% of Apple’s total iPhone output. Domestic demand for Apple products is also on the rise, with over 3 million iPhones shipped in the first quarter of 2025, driven by affordable payment options and attractive deals.
Industry experts believe this shift marks a broader recognition of India’s economic potential. With production ramping up and domestic demand growing, India is fast becoming central to Apple’s global strategy. This move also supports India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative, as the government continues to offer incentives and policy support to attract global manufacturers.
If the plans come to fruition, India could soon take center stage in assembling every iPhone sold in the United States, solidifying its role in the global tech supply chain.
