The India audiobooks market reached approximately USD 355.58 Million in 2025. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.60% between 2026 and 2035, reaching a value of around USD 973.84 Million by 2035.
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As per the industry reports for 2021, India is the third fastest-growing market for audiobooks globally.
In 2022, the listening hours for paid members of audiobooks witnessed an increase of 39 per cent, signalling a flourishing market in the country.
Audible and Storytel have established themselves as two of the biggest global market players in the country.
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2026-2035
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The widespread adoption of smartphones, favourable government efforts to increase the literacy rate in India leading to growing interest in ebooks and audiobooks, and the country’s linguistic diversity leading to the availability of books in several regional languages are some of the prominent drivers propelling the growth of India audiobooks market.
With the rise of digital platforms and streaming services, audiobooks have become more accessible and affordable, making them a popular choice for those looking for on-the-go entertainment or education. Additionally, audiobooks offer a unique way for people to consume content in their native language or in a language they are trying to learn, helping to improve language skills and cultural understanding.
As per the India audiobooks industry analysis, the convenience of audiobooks also appeals to those with visual impairments or learning disabilities, providing them with access to literature and information in a more accessible format. The popularity of audiobooks in urban India reflects a growing trend towards digital consumption and a shift away from traditional print media in recent years as people seek out more convenient and flexible ways to engage with literature and storytelling.
The growing publishing industry, robust education sector, significant collaborations with ecommerce companies, and preference for regional language audiobooks is boosting the India audiobooks market value.
India has the third largest publishing industry in the world, which is expected to grow further owing to several factors such as rise in population, education sector growth, and presence of diverse languages. This will in turn create a huge resource for the audiobooks market to tap into, resulting in parallel and consistent growth during the upcoming years.
According to Invest India, a non-profit organization working under the Indian Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), the education sector is expected to reach USD 313 billion by 2030. The robust growth of the sector will potentially create new audiobooks demand, propelling market growth. Startups such as SunoKitaab have already set their foot in the industry and witnessed immense growth within a few years.
The growth of the market is led by the participation of popular e-commerce companies such as Flipkart and Amazon. These companies have collaborated with several audiobooks’ suppliers in India and across the globe to present a vast resource for Indian readers and audience. Considering the wider reach of these companies among the Indian populations, such collaborations are expected to be more frequent in the upcoming years, increasing the overall growth of the audiobooks market.
India is land of diverse cultures and languages. While a vast number of audiobooks collection across various platforms are present in English language, demand for regional language audiobooks is still on the rise. Major players have attempted to tap into this market and achieved success. This trend is expected to continue in the coming years, increasing the overall India audiobooks market revenue during the forecast period.
“India Audiobooks Market Report and Forecast 2026-2035” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Genre
Market Breakup by Preferred Device
Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
Market Breakup by Target Audience
Market Breakup by Region
Based on the distribution channel, the market is divided into one-time download and subscription based. The subscription-based model accounts for a substantial market share as subscription services provide users with unlimited access to extensive collections of audiobooks for a regular monthly or yearly payment. This option may prove to be a more economical choice compared to buying individual audiobooks, particularly for those who are frequent listeners, boosting the segment growth.
The market players are extending the libraries to include a diverse range of genres and languages to gain a competitive edge in the market.
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In 2025, the market reached an approximate value of USD 355.58 Million.
The India audiobooks market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 10.60% between 2026 and 2035.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth during 2026-2035 to reach around USD 973.84 Million by 2035.
The market is being driven due to widespread adoption of smartphones, favourable government efforts to increase the literacy rate in India leading to growing interest in ebooks and audiobooks, and the country’s linguistic diversity.
The key trends aiding the market include the rise of digital platforms and streaming services, the appeal of audiobooks among those with visual impairments or learning disabilities, and growing trend towards digital consumption and a shift away from traditional print media in urban India.
Regions considered in the market are North India, East and Central India, West India, and South India.
Based on genre, market segmentations include fiction and non-fiction.
Different preferred devices are smartphones, laptops and tablets, and personal digital assistants, among others.
The major players in the market are Amazon.com Inc, Apple Inc., Rakuten Group, Inc., Google LLC, Storytel AB, News Corp., Penguin Random House Co., KUKU FM, Orange-Publishers, and Timbre Media Pvt Ltd., among others.
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| Base Year | 2025 |
| Historical Period | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2035 |
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