India Factsheet: Economic & Demographic Insights
Understanding India's Growth Story
Explore comprehensive data on India's dynamic economy and evolving demographics. Our curated factsheet provides essential insights for understanding the opportunities and trends shaping one of the world's fastest-growing major economies.
Economic Powerhouse
India has built a commanding position in the global economy, showcasing rapid growth and massive scale.
Real GDP growth
Real GDP growth measures the increase in a country’s economic output, adjusted for inflation, over a specific period. It reflects the actual expansion in goods and services produced, offering a clearer view of economic performance.
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About Real GDP Growth
Real GDP growth measures the increase in a country’s economic output, adjusted for inflation, over a specific period. It reflects the actual expansion in goods and services produced, offering a clearer view of economic performance.
Real GDP growth measures the increase in a country's economic output, adjusted for inflation, over a specific period. It reflects the actual expansion in goods and services produced, offering a clearer view of economic performance.
India Leads Major Economies in Real GDP Growth:
India's real GDP growth has remained robust and is estimated to continue averaging above 6% over the next five years, indicating strong and sustained economic momentum. Despite minor fluctuations, the growth trajectory reflects a stable macroeconomic environment and consistent domestic demand.
(Source: IMF)
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Real GDP Growth (%)
GDP per capita
GDP per capita is the total Gross Domestic Product of a country divided by its population, representing the average economic output per person. It is often used as an indicator of a country's standard of living or economic well-being.
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About GDP per capita
GDP per capita is the total Gross Domestic Product of a country divided by its population, representing the average economic output per person. It is often used as an indicator of a country's standard of living or economic well-being.
Steady Economic Growth, Shifting Pace: India’s Economic Trends
India's GDP per capita has consistently grown over the years, reflecting sustained improvement in average individual income. India has kept pace with other emerging economies like China and Brazil and is expected to outperform them in the next 5 years.
(Source: IMF)
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5-year growth in GDP Per Capita (%)
Nominal GDP
The total market value of all final goods and services produced within a country in a given period, measured using current prices.
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About Nominal GDP
Nominal GDP is the total market value of all final goods and services produced within a country in a given period, measured using current prices.
India showed consistent positive growth with fluctuations:
India has matched the growth momentum of other emerging economies and is poised to outpace them over the next five years.
India's GDP growth has been positive across all the five-year periods, indicating a steady economic expansion.
(Source: IMF)
5-year growth in Nominal GDP (%)
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Economic Health & Stability
Key indicators reflecting India's economic resilience, policy effectiveness, and macroeconomic stability.
Population
Refers to the total number of people living in a specific geographic area, such as a country or region. It is a fundamental demographic indicator that influences economic planning, resource allocation, and social policies.
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About Population
Population refers to the total number of people living in a specific geographic area, such as a country or region. It is a fundamental demographic indicator that influences economic planning, resource allocation, and social policies.
Harnessing a Strong Demographic Dividend:
India’s steadily growing population reflects a dynamic and youthful demographic. This growth presents significant potential for economic expansion, innovation, and a strong labor force in the years ahead.
(Source: IMF)
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Population: Major Economies
Unemployment Rate
The unemployment rate represents the percentage of the labor force that is actively seeking work but unable to find employment. It is a key indicator of economic health and labor market conditions. India's unemployment rate has been consistently coming down over the last 5 years.
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About Nominal GDP
Nominal GDP is the total market value of all final goods and services produced within a country in a given period, measured using current prices.
India showed consistent positive growth with fluctuations:
There were notable fluctuations, with a peak growth of over 104% in 2010, followed by lower growth rates in 2015 and 2020 before a rebound in 2025.
India's GDP growth has been positive across all the observed years, indicating a steady economic expansion.
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Median Age
The median age of a population is the age that divides the population into two equal halves — half the people are younger and half are older. It provides insight into the population's age structure and potential social and economic trends.
About Median Age
The median age of a population is the age that divides the population into two equal halves — half the people are younger and half are older. It provides insight into the population's age structure and potential social and economic trends.
Dynamic and youthful workforce:
India’s median age of 28.8 signifies a youthful and dynamic population ready to fuel innovation and economic progress. This demographic advantage along with the enormous size of the population positions the country to cultivate a robust workforce and sustain long-term growth.
(Source: IMF)
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Median Age: Major Economies
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Inflation Rate
Inflation refers to the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises over time, reducing purchasing power. It is a key economic indicator that affects consumer spending, interest rates, and overall economic stability. India has consistently improved on this metric.
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About Inflation Rate
Inflation refers to the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises over time, reducing purchasing power. It is a key economic indicator that affects consumer spending, interest rates, and overall economic stability.
Easing Inflation Rate:
India's inflation rate has gradually declined from 6.7% to a stable 4% in recent years, indicating improved price stability. This downward trend suggests effective monetary policy measures and easing cost pressures in the economy.
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Global Economic Integration
India's position in international trade, financial markets, and global economic networks.
10-year Government Bond Yields
10-year government bond yields are a crucial economic indicator that reflect investor sentiment, inflation expectations, and monetary policy stance. They affect borrowing costs, influence financial markets, and offer valuable insights into a country’s economic health and future outlook.
About 10-year Government Bond Yields
10-year government bond yields are a crucial economic indicator that reflect investor sentiment, inflation expectations, and monetary policy stance. They affect borrowing costs, influence financial markets, and offer valuable insights into a country’s economic health and future outlook.
Improving investor confidence:
India’s 10-year government bond yields have shown slight fluctuations, peaking at 7.34% in 2022 before gradually declining to 6.35% in 2025. This trend suggests improving investor confidence and a potential easing of inflationary pressures in the medium term.
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10-year Bond Yields (%): Major Economies
Merchandise Trade
Merchandise trade refers to the import and export of physical goods between countries. It is a key component of international trade that influences a nation's economic health and balance of payments.
About GDP per capita
GDP per capita is the total Gross Domestic Product of a country divided by its population, representing the average economic output per person. It is often used as an indicator of a country's standard of living or economic well-being.
Steady Economic Growth, Shifting Pace: India’s Economic Trends:
India's GDP per capita has consistently grown over the observed years, reflecting reflecting sustained improvement in average individual income. However, the growth rates fluctuated, peaking at over 90% in 2010, dipping in 2015 and 2020, and rebounding again in 2025.
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Sectoral Composition & Investment Landscape
Economic sector breakdown and capital market performance driving India's transformation.
Share of Agriculture, Industry and Services in India
The share of agriculture, industry, and services in GDP reflects the economic structure and development stage of a country or region. Analyzing this indicator helps understand sectoral contributions, guiding policy decisions and investment strategies tailored to each geography’s strengths and growth potential.
Sensex & NIFTY: A Resilient Climb Through Market Cycles
Between 2000 and 2025, both SENSEX and NIFTY witnessed remarkable growth, rising over 15-fold during the period. This reflects strong economic progress and sustained investor confidence in India’s capital markets.
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