India’s Industrial Output grew 7.8% in December 2025, the highest in over two years led by strong performance in the manufacturing, mining and electricity, reflecting strong industrial momentum and rising production across sectors.
Strong Industrial Growth in December 2025
New Delhi: India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded a 7.8% growth in December 2025, marking the highest growth in over two years, according to the recent data released by the government. This is an increase from the 7.2% growth recorded in November 2025 (revised estimate).
The data highlights that the country’s industrial momentum continues to strengthen, driven by consistent expansion across multiple sectors.
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According to Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, the growth in December was broad-based, with all major industrial sectors contributing positively:
Manufacturing: +8.1%
Mining: +6.8%
Electricity: +6.3%
Within manufacturing, the highest growth industries were:
Computer, electronic, and optical products: +34.9%
Motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers: +33.5%
Other transport equipment: +25.1%
All India Index of Industrial Production
Overall, 16 out of 23 industry groups at the 2-digit NIC level recorded positive growth compared to December 2024. Notable contributors include:
Basic metals: +12.7% (driven by flat products of alloy steel, MS slabs, pipes, and tubes)
Motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers: +33.5% (axles, auto components, commercial vehicles)
Pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemicals, and botanical products: +10.2% (veterinary vaccines, digestive enzymes, APIs & vitamin formulations)
The IIP growth was also analyzed according to use-based classification:
Primary goods: Index 164.6, growth +4.4%
Capital goods: 124.0, growth +8.1%
Intermediate goods: 182.8, growth +7.5%
Infrastructure/Construction goods: 219.1, growth +12.1%
Consumer durables: 139.0, growth +12.3%
Consumer non-durables: 180.7, growth +8.3%
Top contributors by use include infrastructure/construction goods, primary goods, and intermediate goods, highlighting a strong demand across investment and consumer-oriented industries.
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The quick estimate for December 2025 was compiled using 89.81% weighted response rate, while November 2025 data was revised with a 92.91% response rate. These estimates are based on data collected from producing factories and establishments via source agencies and may undergo revisions in subsequent releases.
The strong industrial growth reflects robust manufacturing and infrastructure activity, along with positive momentum in mining and electricity sectors. The next IIP report, for January 2026, is scheduled for release on 2 March 2026.
