Tamil Nadu Unveils Semiconductor Mission 2030 to Build a Self-Reliant Chip Ecosystem
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- August 19, 2025
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Chennai, August 19, 2025 – The Tamil Nadu government has announced its ambitious Semiconductor Mission 2030 (TNSM 2030), a ₹500-crore initiative designed to position the state as a hub for semiconductor innovation, design, and manufacturing.
The scheme, formally unveiled this week, focuses on creating a self-sustaining semiconductor value chain by supporting fabless design firms, establishing Centres of Excellence (CoEs), and building small-scale fabrication capabilities.
Five Pillars of the Mission
According to the state industries department, the programme rests on five key components:
- Semiconductor Design Promotion Scheme – offering subsidies, payroll support, and prototyping grants to design startups and companies.
- Design and Testing Infrastructure – setting up advanced testing facilities accessible to industry and academia.
- Centres of Excellence (CoEs) – to be jointly developed by TIDCO, universities, and private partners as for-profit SPVs, driving innovation and talent development.
- Equipment Manufacturing Parks – enabling local production of semiconductor equipment and supporting supply-chain resilience.
- Small-Scale Pilot Fab & Skilling – establishing a limited-scale fabrication unit for R&D and training, alongside comprehensive skilling initiatives to build a future-ready workforce.
Building a “Product Nation” Vision
State officials said the mission aligns with Tamil Nadu’s larger vision of becoming a “Product Nation”, where homegrown innovation reduces dependence on global supply chains.
“By combining subsidies for design firms, co-investments in infrastructure and parks, a pilot fabrication facility, and an integrated skilling programme, we are creating a self-sustaining semiconductor value chain,” said V. Arun Roy, Secretary, Industries Department.
Collaborations with Academia
The government is also deepening collaboration with IIT Madras, which is setting up a Centre for Advanced Semiconductor Technologies. The centre, backed by a ₹100-crore seed grant, will complement TNSM 2030 with advanced R&D and workforce development.
Industry Impact
Analysts note that Tamil Nadu is taking a holistic approach—covering design, prototyping, equipment manufacturing, and skill development—making it one of the first Indian states to launch such a comprehensive plan.
The initiative is expected to:
- Attract global and domestic investment in chip design and manufacturing.
- Create thousands of jobs in high-tech sectors.
- Accelerate IP creation and strengthen India’s role in the global semiconductor supply chain.
The Road Ahead
With the semiconductor industry projected to play a defining role in India’s economic growth, Tamil Nadu’s move could serve as a model for other states. The combination of policy support, industry-academia collaboration, and infrastructure investment makes TNSM 2030 a significant step in India’s journey towards semiconductor self-reliance
