The India tilapia market size reached 75.0 Thousand Tons in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 137.0 Thousand Tons by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4% during 2025-2033. The market is expanding due to rising demand for affordable protein, technological advancements in aquaculture, and government support. Improved breeding, sustainable farming methods, and growing export potential are driving growth. Increasing consumer awareness and modern retail distribution further enhance market opportunities for tilapia in India.
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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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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | 75.0 Thousand Tons |
Market Forecast in 2033 | 137.0 Thousand Tons |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 6.4% |
Rising Demand for Affordable Protein Sources
India's rising population and improving health awareness are fueling the demand for cost-effective and protein-rich foods. Tilapia, which has a high protein level and is economical, is increasingly becoming the favored choice of consumers. As the food trend changes towards healthy and sustainable proteins, tilapia is proving to be a sustainable alternative to other fish species and meat products. The government's emphasis on increasing aquaculture productivity through policy and monetary incentives is further aiding this trend. Moreover, technology-based fish culture and advanced breeding methods have aided in tilapia production efficiency. The availability of Indian tilapia at international seafood trade fairs has also increased its recognition among international markets, improving prospects for export. With increasing urbanization and shifting food habits, supermarkets, and online platforms are increasing their seafood portfolio, bringing tilapia within reach of consumers. The expanding restaurant and food service industry is also driving tilapia consumption, with chefs adding it to various cuisines. These elements, together with the growth in sustainable aquaculture, are likely to fuel additional growth in India's tilapia industry, making it a key part of the country's seafood market.
Technological Advancements in Aquaculture Practices
India's aquaculture industry is also going through a change with the integration of modern fish farming technology. Technologies like recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), biofloc technology, and automatic monitoring systems are enhancing tilapia cultivation, and with it comes the assurance of higher yield and sustainability. Such advancements are limiting reliance on conventional cultivation practices, improving efficiency, and reducing ecological footprints. Availability of better breeding methods and superior tilapia genetic stocks is improving growth rates as well as resistance to diseases, adding further force to market growth. For example, in 2024, Brussels hosted India's seafood trade events, where tilapia was the focal point due to its international market prospects. Also, government-sponsored initiatives and research partnerships are assisting the industry through training, financing, and infrastructure development. The growing incorporation of data-driven aquaculture solutions is making fish farmers more efficient and effective in managing resources as well as production. Traceability systems are also becoming increasingly vital, which not only assure product quality but also export regulation compliance. With such technological improvements, India's tilapia farming will be able to become more efficient, sustainable, and competitive in the market. As the industry keeps growing, investments in intelligent aquaculture techniques will be vital in addressing the increasing domestic and international demand for quality tilapia.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region/country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on farmed vs wild capture, species, product, and sector.
Farmed Vs Wild Capture Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the farmed vs wild capture. This includes farmed and wild capture.
Species Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the species. This includes nile tilapia, tilapias nei, blue nile tilapia, mozambique tilapia, and others.
Product Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product have also been provided in the report. This includes frozen fillets, whole fish, fresh fillets, and others.
Sector Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the sector have also been provided in the report. This includes institutional and retail.
Region Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Thousand Tons |
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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Farmed Vs Wild Captures Covered | Farmed, Wild Capture |
Species Covered | Nile Tilapia, Tilapias Nei, Blue Nile Tilapia, Mozambique Tilapia, Others |
Products Covered | Frozen Fillets, Whole Fish, Fresh Fillets, Others |
Sectors Covered | Institutional, Retail |
Regions Covered | North India, South India, East India, West India |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
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