The Transformer Industry in India has been in the forefront for over 50 years and has a well matured technology base up to 800 KV class. Keeping pace with the developments the world over, it has attained the status of `world class' over the period.

The transformer industry is usually divided into Distribution Transformers, Power transformers and other types of special transformers for welding, traction, furnace etc. Some of the transformer manufacturers in India have successfully entered into technical collaborations with reputed overseas manufacturers and have developed the technology and cost effectiveness in their design and manufacture of the transformers. The industry over the period has matured into reliable suppliers of all types of transformers. Driven by strong R&D base at company as well as national level, the product is continuously upgraded to meet the emerging market requirements.

In the global market, performance of the Indian product is acknowledged as technically at par with the leading international companies. Looking at present state of transformer industry, it can be seen that implementation of Accelerated Power Development Reform Program (APDRP) and introduction of Accelerated Rural Electrification Programme (AREP) are responsible for increased business potential for the industry.

There is a strong base of about 150 Transformer Companies in India, with an overall production over 90,000 MVA per annum. Besides meeting the domestic requirement, India is exporting transformers to over 50 countries covering USA, Europe, South Africa, Cyprus, Syria, Iraq and other Middle East and Far East countries all over the world.

India is self-reliant in respect of the resources for prime materials and testing facilities. Manufacturing facility for CRGO, winding conductors, bushings up to 420KV class etc. are well established.