The India instant soups market size reached USD 249.72 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 402.60 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.45% during 2025-2033. Busy lifestyles, urbanization, and rising convenience demand are driving the India instant soups market share. Besides this, increasing work hours, dual-income households, and on-the-go (OTG) consumption catalyzes the overall demand.
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Base Year
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2024
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Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 249.72 Million |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 402.60 Million |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 5.45% |
Expanding Retail and E-commerce Channels
Expanding retail and e-commerce channels are significantly propelling the India instant soups market growth. Supermarkets and hypermarkets are increasing shelf space for instant soups, enhancing consumer visibility and accessibility. Organized retail chains are offering promotional deals and discounts, encouraging higher consumer purchases and brand trials. Convenience stores in urban and semi-urban areas are stocking instant soups, meeting rising demand effectively. The rapid expansion of e-commerce is further fueling the market growth, with the Indian e-commerce sector projected to grow from US$ 123 billion in 2024 to US$ 292.3 billion in 2028, registering a CAGR of 18.7%, according to IBEF. E-commerce platforms are providing doorstep delivery, enabling consumers to buy instant soups with minimal effort. Online retailers are offering bulk purchase discounts and subscription models, making instant soups more affordable. Digital marketing and targeted advertisements are increasing consumer awareness, influencing instant soup sales across various demographics. E-commerce giants are introducing regional flavors and niche products, catering to diverse consumer preferences in India. The proliferation of food delivery services is complementing instant soup sales, encouraging consumers to try different varieties.
Growing Busy Lifestyles and Convenience Demand
Busy lives and convenience needs are key drivers of the India instant soups market outlook. Urban students and professionals opt for convenient meal solutions, and instant soups are in high demand. Longer working hours and busy lives are cutting down on time for cooking, fueling instant soup consumption. Dual-income families are looking for easy-to-cook meals, which is driving demand for instant soup products. Instant soups need little preparation time, providing an easy solution for busy households and individuals. As per the Economic Survey 2023-24, more than 40% of India's population is expected to live in urban areas by 2030, increasing migration to cities is also increasing demand for ready-to-eat (RTE) food. Preferences for RTE foods are on the rise, making instant soups a convenient choice for instant hunger satisfaction. Late-night shift work and irregular eating patterns are prompting consumers to choose instant soups more and more. Convenient packaging for travel and single-serve formats are turning instant soups into an easy option for OTG consumers. Cup-based and microwavable instant soups' availability is adding to consumer convenience and ease of use. As urbanization intensifies and the pace of daily life quickens, instant soups are gaining popularity as an easy, time-saving meal option.
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Form Insights:
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Million USD |
Scope of the Report | Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Natures Covered | Organic, Conventional |
Forms Covered | Dry, Liquid |
Sources Covered | Animal-based, Plant-based |
Distribution Channels Covered | Business to Business, Business to Consumer |
End Uses Covered | Foodservice, Retail/Household |
Regions Covered | North India, South India, East India, West India |
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