Electronics Contract Manufacturing in India for European OEMs
Digital Circuits is an EMS provider in India building PCB assemblies, box builds and wire harnesses for European companies that want a second source outside China, at a lower total cost than European EMS and built to the rules of the EU market.
- CE support
- RoHS
- REACH
- WEEE
Same working day
09:00
13:30
India → Europe
Sea and air freight to Rotterdam, Hamburg, Antwerp and beyond
- 35+
- Years of EMS
- 3
- Plants in India
- IATF · ISO
- 16949 & 13485 certified
- 38
- Clients, 3 continents
Why European OEMs Are Adding India to Their Supply Chain
Relying on a single country, or a single region, has become a real business risk. Manufacturing in India gives you a second, independent source without giving up quality.
A China plus one strategy that works
India is the most practical China plus one location for electronics. Keep your existing suppliers and add India for new products, high-mix lines or backup capacity.
01China plus oneKeep your existing suppliers. Add India as an independent second source.
- New products
- High-mix lines
- Backup capacity
Lower total cost than European EMS
European EMS capacity is under pressure from labour shortages and rising wages. India is cost-competitive for labour-intensive work such as through-hole assembly, wire harnesses and box build.
Engineers in English, in your time zone
India is 3.5 to 4.5 hours ahead of Central Europe. Engineering, quality and project management all happen in English, with same-day answers to your questions.
A trade agreement that brings us closer
The India–EU Free Trade Agreement, concluded in January 2026, is expected to lower duties and give long-term certainty for trade between India and Europe.
What the India–EU FTA Means for Electronics Sourcing
India and the European Union concluded negotiations on their Free Trade Agreement on 27 January 2026, one of the largest trade agreements either side has agreed. It is expected to enter into force in 2027, once both sides ratify it.
Last updated:
- 27 Jan 2026Negotiations concluded
- Sep 2026Signature proposed to the EU Council
- Expected 2027Entry into force after ratification
What it means for European electronics buyers
Lower or zero duties on a large share of goods traded between India and the EU, with most cuts applying on entry into force and others phased in over several years.
Long-term certainty for sourcing decisions, which matters for products with 5 to 15-year lifecycles.
Clear rules of origin so products assembled in India can qualify for preferential treatment.
Quick duty check
Many PCB assemblies and components already enter the EU at low or zero duty. The biggest gains are expected on finished products, such as complete box builds, meters, chargers and controllers. Pick what you buy:
Biggest expected gain
Finished, ready-to-sell products are where the largest duty cuts are expected once the agreement enters into force.
Send us your product's HS code for a duty assessment→Planning now means your India supply chain is qualified and running by the time the agreement takes effect.
Built for the EU Market: RoHS, REACH & CE Compliance
Every build follows the rules your product must meet in Europe, and ships with the paperwork to prove it.
Who does what
- YouOwn the design, the EU declaration of conformity and the CE mark.
- WeBuild to that design and supply the records and declarations behind it.
- CEBuild & test records
CE marking
LVD · EMC · REDBuilds to your released design under controlled change management, with traceability for your technical file.
- RoHSMaterial declarations
RoHS
2011/65/EULead-free, RoHS-compliant soldering and processes on every line.
- REACHSVHC declarations
REACH
SVHC candidate listComponents and materials checked against the current candidate list.
- WEEEMarking & material data
WEEE
2012/19/EUProduct marking and material information to support your WEEE registration.
- BATTLabelling support
EU Batteries Regulation
(EU) 2023/1542Labelling and documentation support for battery-powered products.
- CRAProgramming & serial logs
Cyber Resilience Act
(EU) 2024/2847 · applies Dec 2027Controlled firmware programming and serial-number traceability for connected products.
What We Manufacture for European Customers
PCB Assembly
SMT and through-hole assembly from prototype to volume, IPC Class II as standard and Class III on request, with AOI and functional testing.
Learn more→Box Build Assembly
Enclosures, cabling, electromechanical assembly, firmware loading and final testing, so you receive a finished, ready-to-sell product.
Learn more→Wire Harness & Cable Assemblies
Custom harnesses and cable assemblies, built and tested alongside your boards.
System Integration & Testing
Complete system integration, burn-in and end-of-line testing to your test specification.
Component Sourcing
Turnkey sourcing of genuine, traceable components, consigned builds using your parts, or a mix of both.
Export Packing & Logistics
ESD-safe export packing and shipment by sea or air to your European warehouse or production line.
Electronics Manufacturing: India vs China vs Eastern Europe
India (Digital Circuits)
- Labour cost
- Low
- Working-hour overlap with CET
- 4–5 hours
- Trade agreement with the EU
- FTA concluded, expected in force 2027
- Supply-chain diversification
- High
- English-speaking engineering
- Yes
- Best suited for
- High-mix, labour-intensive, cost-sensitive builds; second source
China
- Labour cost
- Rising
- Working-hour overlap with CET
- 1–2 hours
- Trade agreement with the EU
- None
- Supply-chain diversification
- Low (concentration risk)
- English-speaking engineering
- Limited
- Best suited for
- Very high-volume consumer electronics
Eastern Europe
- Labour cost
- Rising, with labour shortages
- Working-hour overlap with CET
- Full day
- Trade agreement with the EU
- EU single market
- Supply-chain diversification
- Medium
- English-speaking engineering
- Varies
- Best suited for
- Fast-turn, short-distance builds
| Factor | India (Digital Circuits)Us | China | Eastern Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labour cost | Low | Rising | Rising, with labour shortages |
| Working-hour overlap with CET | 4–5 hours | 1–2 hours | Full day |
| Trade agreement with the EU | FTA concluded, expected in force 2027 | None | EU single market |
| Supply-chain diversification | High | Low (concentration risk) | Medium |
| English-speaking engineering | Yes | Limited | Varies |
| Best suited for | High-mix, labour-intensive, cost-sensitive builds; second source | Very high-volume consumer electronics | Fast-turn, short-distance builds |
Many European OEMs use a mix: Eastern Europe or in-house for urgent builds, and India for cost-sensitive, high-mix production and as a second source.
India → EuropeESD-safe export packing at our plants
Shipping documentation review
Shipping and Logistics from India to Europe
Sea freight from Indian ports to Rotterdam, Hamburg, Antwerp and other European ports.
Air freight from Bangalore for prototypes, urgent orders and high-value assemblies.
Transit times confirmed per shipment. Sea routes can vary with the Red Sea situation, so we plan buffers into your delivery schedule.
ESD-safe export packing that protects your assemblies on the long journey.
Shipping terms that suit you, agreed in your quotation.
Why Digital Circuits Is the Right EMS Provider in India
European customers expect to audit their suppliers, and we welcome it. See how we control quality at every stage.
- 35+
- Years of EMS
- 38
- Clients worldwide
- 3
- Plants in India
- 3
- Continents served
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35+ years of EMS experience
Serving 38 clients across three continents.
- 02
Trusted by global brands
Including European groups such as ABB, Schneider Electric and Landis+Gyr, alongside Honeywell, GE and Emerson.
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Certified quality
IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 13485:2016, with IPC Class II / III workmanship.
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Three plants in India
Bangalore, Mysore and Baddi for capacity, backup and continuity.
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Everything under one roof
Sourcing, SMT, through-hole, harness, box build, testing and export packing.
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Your IP stays protected
We sign an NDA before any files are shared.
Trusted by Global Industry Leaders
Quality You Can Trust
Quality is built into every stage, not just checked at the end. Every order goes through incoming material inspection, in-process checks, functional testing and final inspection.
- 01Incoming material inspection
- 02In-process checks
- 03Functional testing
- 04Final inspection
Our teams use proven quality tools including PFMEA, control plans, SPC, Poka-Yoke and Gauge R&R. Full product traceability is available where required.
- PFMEA
- Control plans
- SPC
- Poka-Yoke
- Gauge R&R
Industries We Serve for European OEMs
From factory automation to EV charging and smart metering, we build electronics for the sectors driving Europe's energy and industrial transition.
ExploreIndustrial automation
ExploreElectric mobility & EV charging
Power & smart metering
Clean energy
Rail
Healthcare & medical devices
Smart products & IoT
Telecom
How to Start Manufacturing in India
From your first Gerber file to products delivered to your European site, in six clear steps.
Start with step 01: send Gerber & BOM→- 01
Share your files
YouGerber, BOM, drawings, annual volumes, test requirements and target markets. We sign an NDA first.
- 02
DFM review
Our engineersOur engineers check manufacturability and flag component risks.
- 03
Clear quotation
Digital CircuitsAn itemised quote, including the shipping terms you prefer.
- 04
Prototypes and first article
You approveWe build prototypes for your testing and approval before volume production.
- 05
Volume production
Digital CircuitsControlled processes, full traceability and regular reporting.
- 06
Delivery to Europe
Delivered to youExport packing and shipment to your site, on schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
What European OEMs ask us most about the India–EU FTA, EU compliance, shipping and getting started.
01Is India a good alternative to China for European electronics companies?
Yes, for many products. Electronics contract manufacturing in India offers competitive costs, English-speaking engineers, more working-hour overlap with Europe than China, and a Free Trade Agreement with the EU that is expected to enter into force in 2027. Most European OEMs add India as a second source rather than moving everything at once, starting with new products, high-mix lines or labour-intensive work such as through-hole assembly, wire harnesses and box build.
02How will the India–EU FTA affect electronics imports into Europe?
The India–EU Free Trade Agreement was concluded in January 2026 and is expected to enter into force in 2027, once both sides ratify it. It will lower or remove duties on a large share of goods traded between India and the EU and add long-term certainty for sourcing. Many PCB assemblies already enter the EU at low or zero duty, so the biggest benefit is expected on finished electronic products. Send us your HS code and we will help you assess the expected duty position.
03Can you support CE marking, RoHS and REACH compliance?
Yes. We build with RoHS-compliant processes, provide RoHS and REACH declarations, and supply the build records, test records and traceability your CE technical file needs. CE marking itself remains the responsibility of the product owner, and we build your product exactly to the approved design under controlled change management.
04Can you support the EU Cyber Resilience Act for connected products?
We support it on the manufacturing side, with controlled firmware programming and serial-number traceability for connected products, ahead of the December 2027 deadline when the main CRA obligations apply. Product security design remains with the OEM, and we work to your programming and test instructions.
05How long does shipping from India to Europe take?
It depends on the route and mode. Air freight from Bangalore takes a few days and suits prototypes and urgent orders. Sea freight to Rotterdam, Hamburg, Antwerp and other European ports takes several weeks and can vary with the Red Sea situation. We confirm transit times for every shipment and plan buffers into your delivery schedule so your line is not affected.
06How do you protect our intellectual property?
We sign an NDA before receiving any design files, restrict access to your data to the people working on your project, and use your documents only for your builds.
07What volumes do you handle for European customers?
We support everything from prototypes and low-volume, high-mix builds to high-volume production, on SMT lines with a capacity of over 1 million components per hour across three plants in India. Share your part numbers and annual volumes and we will suggest the right batch and delivery plan.
08Can we audit your plant?
Yes. European customers are welcome to audit our plants in Bangalore, Mysore and Baddi. Our quality system is certified to IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 13485:2016, with IPC Class II workmanship as standard and Class III on request.
09How do we start moving production to India?
Send your Gerber, BOM, drawings and annual volumes. We sign an NDA, run a DFM review, send an itemised quotation, build prototypes for your approval and then move into volume production, with export packing and delivery to your site in Europe.
Build Your Electronics in India, Ship to Europe
Looking for a reliable electronics contract manufacturing partner in India? Share your design and our engineering team will reply within one business day.
Email: ankurgoyal@digitalcircuits.in
Phone: +91 98451 70988
