Godrej Tooling Scales Up Indigenous EV Component Manufacturing

Godrej Tooling

Mumbai: As India’s electric vehicle (EV) sector continues its steep growth trajectory, Godrej Tooling, a division of Godrej Enterprises Group, is playing a transformative role by delivering specialized, indigenous precision dies and tooling solutions for critical EV components.

Aligned with India’s ‘Make in India’ and import substitution agenda, Godrej Tooling is enabling auto manufacturers to scale efficiently and cost-effectively in the EV era.

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With EV sales in India reaching a record 1.96 million units in FY2025, up 28% year-on-year, the demand for locally manufactured, high-precision parts has soared.

In response, Godrej Tooling has enhanced its technological capabilities to cater to the unique production needs of EV battery boxes, electric drivetrains, and precision sheet metal parts.

To future-proof its offerings, the company strategically invests 2–3% of its annual revenue in research & development and high-end machinery, ensuring cutting-edge innovation and improved production efficiency.

“EV manufacturers need partners who understand not just the engineering complexity but also the commercial challenges of this fast-evolving space,” said Pankaj Abhyankar, Business Head, Godrej Tooling.

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“Our precision tooling systems improve lead times, reduce import dependency, and offer cost-effective, high-quality alternatives made in India.”

Key Contributions by Godrej Tooling to EV Growth:
  • 10–15% of revenue now derived from EV-specific tooling orders
  • Advanced tooling solutions developed for India’s Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers
  • Focus on localizing tools previously imported, creating secondary export markets
  • Driving resilience and global competitiveness within India’s EV ecosystem

The company’s dual strategy of serving global clients while expanding domestic manufacturing capacity supports India’s goal of becoming a global tooling export hub.

With its robust engineering capabilities and innovation-led approach, Godrej Tooling continues to be a critical enabler of India’s evolving electric mobility supply chain.

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  • Salil Urunkar

    Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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