India’s engineering goods exports continued to grow at the beginning of FY2026-27, reaching $10.35 billion in April 2026, up by 8.78% from the same period last year. Key segments like aluminium, copper, electric machinery, and two- and three-wheelers drove this growth, with significant increases in their exports.
The export growth was observed across various sectors and regions, despite challenges posed by geopolitical disruptions, especially in West Asia and North Africa. While exports to some regions like Oman saw growth, concerns remain regarding market access challenges and rising protectionism affecting the industry.
Engineering exports to major destinations such as the US, UK, and Germany showed positive trends, although shipments to the UAE, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia declined. Notably, exports to China surged by 81.7% year-on-year in April, while North America and the European Union also recorded growth in engineering goods exports.
Engineering goods accounted for 23.8% of India’s total merchandise exports in April 2026, slightly lower than the previous year. The industry and policymakers are urged to address non-tariff barriers and work collaboratively to leverage free trade agreements for sustained export growth.
