India Internet Users
Individuals using the Internet IT.NET.USER.ZS
India's internet users was 70.00% in 2025, ranked 133rd globally. This represents a 25.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
India's internet users stood at 70.00% in 2025, a rise of +14.10% from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 80.42% by 2026. India ranked 133rd globally.
India's internet user base has experienced a remarkable expansion over the past three decades, with the number of users growing from a negligible 0.00 in 1990 to a significant 70.00 in 2025. This represents an all-time high, surpassing even the closest peer countries such as Cuba with 70.75 users. India's internet user base has grown steadily since the early 2000s, with a notable acceleration in recent years, mirroring global trends. The country's internet penetration rate has been driven by increasing mobile phone adoption, declining data costs, and growing demand for online services. As of 2025, India ranks 133 globally in terms of internet users. To sustain this growth trajectory, India will need to continue investing in digital infrastructure, particularly in rural areas, where internet access remains limited. If India can bridge the digital divide, it is likely that the country's internet user base will continue to expand, driven by the growing demand for online services and e-commerce.
Data & projection
| Year | Internet Users | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 94.51% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 87.46% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 80.42% | - | - |
| 2025 | 70.00% | +14.10% | #133 |
| 2022 | 55.90% | +12.49% | #139 |
| 2020 | 43.41% | +13.88% | #140 |
| 2019 | 29.52% | +9.44% | #153 |
| 2018 | 20.08% | +1.88% | #154 |
| 2017 | 18.20% | +1.70% | #177 |
| 2016 | 16.50% | +1.60% | #170 |
| 2015 | 14.90% | +1.40% | #164 |
| 2014 | 13.50% | +1.20% | #161 |
| 2013 | 12.30% | +1.20% | #157 |
| 2012 | 11.10% | +1.03% | #152 |
| 2011 | 10.07% | +2.57% | #150 |
| 2010 | 7.50% | +2.38% | #154 |
| 2009 | 5.12% | +0.74% | #158 |
| 2008 | 4.38% | +0.43% | #156 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
India matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2010. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw internet users improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
India's internet users was 70.00% in 2025. Ranked 133rd globally. This represents a 25.2% increase from the previous year.
India's internet users peaked at 70.00% in 2025.
The lowest internet users in India was 0.00% in 1990.
India ranks 133rd globally in internet users as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.NET.USER.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
India's internet users is projected to reach 80.42% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The internet users of India in 2025 was 70.00%. This ranks 133rd in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {India Internet Users},
url = {https://historysaid.com/india/internet-users/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}