The Centre has earmarked Rs 900 crore for the modernisation of Mohali’s Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) as part of a Rs 4,500-crore roadmap, outlined in the Union Budget for 2026-27.

Located in Phase-8 of Mohali’s Industrial Area, the upgrade aims to transform SCL from a legacy fabrication unit into a state-of-the-art semiconductor hub, capable of supporting advanced chip development, prototyping, and manufacturing. The overhaul will modernise infrastructure, introduce new fabrication technologies, and expand production capacity to meet growing industry demands. This initiative is part of the Centre’s broader semiconductor mission to reduce India’s reliance on imported chips and integrate more deeply into the global electronics value chain. It will also enhance the country’s capabilities in critical sectors like telecommunications, automotive electronics, defence, and space technologies.

A key feature of the upgrade is the establishment of an indigenous tape-out facility, enabling Indian startups and R&D centres to develop physical chip prototypes domestically, reducing dependence on foreign facilities.