In a landmark moment for India’s semiconductor journey, Kaynes Semicon has successfully rolled out the country’s first commercially packaged multi-chip module (MCM) from its outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat. The company has shipped 900 intelligent power modules (IPMs) to California-based Alpha & Omega Semiconductor (AOS), marking India’s entry into high-value, export-grade semiconductor packaging and testing.
A Milestone Under the India Semiconductor Mission
The Sanand OSAT facility, established under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 1.0, is among the first major outcomes of India’s strategy to build a self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem. Backed by a central investment of ₹1,653.5 crore, the plant began pilot production in April 2025 and is now delivering export-ready semiconductor modules.
The Technology Behind the Achievement
An Intelligent Power Module (IPM) integrates several components—such as insulated gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs), drive circuits, and protection mechanisms—within a single compact package. These modules are crucial for electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy systems, and industrial motor control applications.
“This is a one-of-its-kind module, featuring 17 dies, including six IGBTs, two controller ICs, six fast recovery diodes (FRDs), and three diodes—placing it among the most advanced modules in this domain,” said Raghu Panicker, CEO of Kaynes Semicon, in a statement to the Economic Times.
He further noted that while Infineon continues to dominate the global market in this space, Kaynes’ innovation underscores India’s growing expertise in complex semiconductor packaging.
A Complex Build, A Global Client
“Most companies typically focus on single-die packaging,” Panicker explained. “We’ve successfully delivered a multi-chip module, assembled, quality-tested, marked, and packaged entirely at our Sanand facility for AOS.”
The facility currently boasts a daily capacity of 3,000 units, with another shipment for AOS scheduled for next month, signaling strong momentum for India’s semiconductor manufacturing ambitions.
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