Tamil Nadu's merchandise exports hit USD 58,950.70 million in FY26

The question asked the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to provide details on Tamil Nadu's share in India's merchandise and services exports, sector-wise data for the last three years, and the specific infrastructure and MSME support schemes extended to the state.

Asked and answered by: Asked by Shri Selvam G and Dr. Rani Srikumar; Answered by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (Minister Shri Piyush Goyal).

What the government said

• Tamil Nadu's merchandise exports valued at USD 58,950.70 Million in FY26.
• Tamil Nadu ranked as the 3rd largest exporting state in FY24, FY25, and FY26.
• Tamil Nadu's share in Electronics exports increased to 41.63% in FY26.
• 13 projects completed under the Trade Infrastructure for Export Scheme (TIES) in Tamil Nadu.
• 94 port projects worth Rs. 12,523 Cr implemented in Tamil Nadu since FY 2014-15.
• 2,521 compliances reduced in Tamil Nadu under the Reducing Compliance Burden initiative.
• Export Promotion Mission (EPM) allocated ₹2,300 Cr for 2026-27, including for Tamil Nadu.
• 4 Export Facilitation Centers (EFCs) established in Tamil Nadu by the Ministry of MSME.
• 8 ECGC branch offices located in Tamil Nadu (Chennai, Chennai South, Coimbatore, Karur, Madurai, Salem, Tirupur, Tuticorin).

Also in the document

• The answer provides data only for merchandise exports, despite the question also asking for services exports.
• The answer lists general national schemes (e.g., EPCG, RoDTEP) applicable to Tamil Nadu but does not provide specific financial figures for state-specific incentives beyond the TIES and Port projects.