Since 2017, Apple has assembled iPhones in India through suppliers like Foxconn, Tata Electronics, and Pegatron, primarily for entry-level models. However, from 2021, high-end models such as the iPhone 14 and 15 were also produced locally, reflecting Apple’s growing focus on India. Exports from India nearly doubled, reaching $12.1 billion in FY 2023-24, largely due to India’s production-linked incentives (PLI). Foxconn, Tata, and others are expanding facilities, with Tata now managing Wistron’s former operations. India is the third-largest iPhone supplier globally and key for Apple’s diversification beyond China. Notably, Apple’s flagship stores in Mumbai and Delhi cater to its expanding market in India. Future plans include iPhone 17 production in India, with Apple working with new local suppliers to increase its manufacturing footprint.
