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Mobile Data Consumption Trends in India (2025 – 2030)

Publisher Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Published Apr 01, 2025
Length 54 Pages
SKU # NBS20462266

Description

India’s mobile data consumption is expected to grow significantly between 2025 and 2030, driven by expanding 5G adoption, increasing smartphone penetration, and the rising demand for high-quality digital content. The market is set for a transformative phase, with streaming services, online gaming, and remote work fuelling data usage. Companies that leverage advanced network infrastructure and innovative data plans will be best positioned to capitalize on this evolving landscape.

Market insights:

Mobile data consumption in India was valued at INR 726.10 Bn in 2024 and is expected to reach INR 2,217.89 Bn by 2030, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.39% during the 2025 ─ 2030 forecast period.

Driven by affordable data plans, smartphone adoption, and expanding 4G and 5G networks, mobile data consumption in India is set for significant growth from 2025 to 2030. Entertainment, e-commerce, and digital payments lead usage trends, alongside rising demand from education, work, and gaming. While urban users dominate consumption, rural adoption is accelerating through affordable plans and government initiatives. The surge in mobile phone production and exports, particularly high-end devices like iPhones, further fuels this expansion.

Market Trends:

India's mobile data consumption is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by deeper smartphone penetration, affordable data plans, and expanding digital services. The country leads globally in mobile data usage per subscriber, averaging 21.2 GB per month, while maintaining the lowest data rates. The telecom sector is undergoing a transformation, fuelled by rapid 5G expansion and AI integration, positioning India as a key technology hub. Despite 5G advancements, 4G remains the dominant technology. Its affordability and widespread availability continue to make it the backbone of India’s mobile internet ecosystem, particularly in rural areas. Meanwhile, 5G adoption is accelerating, with subscriptions projected to reach 270 million by the end of 2024.

Major telecom players like Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are leading extensive 5G rollouts, while increasing availability of budget-friendly 5G smartphones is driving consumer adoption. Users transitioning to 5G report higher engagement in HD streaming, gaming, and AR experiences, with a notable improvement in overall satisfaction. The Indian government’s proactive policies, including spectrum auctions and rural connectivity initiatives, are further accelerating the country’s transition into a high-speed digital economy.

Table of Contents

54 Pages
Chapter 1: Executive Summary
Chapter 2: Socio-Economic Indicators
Chapter 3: Introduction
3.1. Market Definition and Structure
Chapter 4: Market Overview
4.1. Mobile Data Consumption Trends in India – An Overview
4.2. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Chapter 5: Market Influencers
5.1. Market Drivers
5.2. Market Challenges
Chapter 6: Government Initiatives
6.1. Key Government Schemes in India Shaping Data Usage
Chapter 7: Market Trends
7.1. Key Market Trends
Chapter 8: Competitive Landscape
8.1. Bharti Airtel Limited
Company Information
Business Description
Products/Services
Key People
Financial Snapshot
Key Ratios
Key Financial Performance Indicators
Key Business Segments
Key Geographic Segments
*Note: Financial information has been covered only for public companies
8.2. Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
8.3. Den Networks Limited
8.4. Hathway Cable and Datacom Limited
8.5. Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL)
8.6. Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi)
8.7. ACT Fibernet
8.8. Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited
8.9. Spectra (Spectra Internet Private Limited)
8.10. Tikona Infinet Limited
Chapter 9: Recent Developments
9.1. Recent Developments
Chapter 10: Appendix
10.1. Research Methodology
10.2. About Netscribes
10.3. Disclaimer

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