India’s defence exports have reached a remarkable milestone, totaling ₹38,424 crore in FY 2025-26. This marks the highest figure ever recorded, as announced by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The number shows a strong 62.66% growth compared to the previous fiscal year, highlighting India’s rapid rise as a global defence manufacturing leader.
On social media, Singh attributed this success to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing it as “an impressive defence exports success story.” The significant increase of ₹14,802 crore from last year’s ₹23,622 crore reflects growing global trust in India’s local defence capabilities and manufacturing strength.
This milestone is especially important in its breakdown. Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) accounted for 54.84% of the total exports, while the private sector contributed a notable 45.16%. This illustrates the increasing role of India’s private defence industry and the effectiveness of the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance) initiative. India’s defence export growth in recent years shows a clear trend: from ₹12,014 crore in FY 2021-22 to ₹15,918 crore in FY 2022-23, ₹21,083 crore in FY 2023-24, ₹23,622 crore in FY 2024-25, and now the record ₹38,424 crore in FY 2025-26.
The government’s “Make in India, Make for the World” policy has played a key role in this change, with products like BrahMos missiles, advanced helicopters, naval vessels, and ammunition systems seeing increasing international demand. India now exports defence equipment to over 85 countries, securing its place as a credible and competitive player in the global arms market.
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