Market Forecast By Type (Laminated, Tempered), By Application (Windshield, Sidelite & Backlite, Side & Rearview Mirror), By Smart Glass (Technology, Application), By Vehicle Type (Passenger Car, Light Commercial Vehicles, Heavy Commercial Vehicles, Electric Vehicles) And Competitive Landscape
| Product Code: ETC4565485 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the India Automotive Glass Market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1% during the forecast period (2025–2031).
India`s automotive glass import market in 2024 continued to see significant shipments from top exporting countries such as China, USA, Japan, Germany, and Russia. Despite a high level of market concentration observed in 2023, it further intensified in 2024. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period 2020-2024 stood at 3.31%, indicating a steady expansion. However, there was a notable decline in the growth rate from 2023 to 2024, with a decrease of -10.98%. This dynamic market trend suggests a mix of challenges and opportunities for stakeholders in the automotive glass import sector in India.

Below mentioned are the evaluations of year-wise growth rate along with key drivers:
| Years | Estimated Annual Growth (%) | Key Growth Drivers |
| 2020 | 3.8 | Use of safety glass in regular car models and steady demand for replacement glass. |
| 2021 | 6.2 | Increase in new SUV models and expansion of dealership and service networks. |
| 2022 | 7.4 | More vehicles fitted with sunroofs and higher use of laminated glass in premium models. |
| 2023 | 8.1 | Domestic production of advanced glass and stronger safety measures. |
| 2024 | 8.9 | Growth in electric vehicle production, focus on safety programs, and smart windshield features. |
The India Automotive Glass Market report thoroughly covers the market by type, application, smart glass, and vehicle type. The report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of ongoing market trends, opportunities/high-growth areas, and market drivers that will help stakeholders devise and align strategies according to current and future market dynamics.
| Report Name | India Automotive Glass Market |
| Forecast period | 2025–2031 |
| CAGR | 9.1% |
| Growing Sector | Automotive Components and Materials |
The India Automotive Glass Industry is set to expand on the back of rising passenger car sales, growing SUV preference, and higher safety content per vehicle. Laminated windshields are standard, while laminated sidelights are entering upper trims to improve safety and cabin quietness. Sunroof penetration, panoramic roof designs, and head-up display (HUD) readiness are increasing the demand for specialty interlayers and coatings. The replacement market remains healthy due to a growing vehicle parc and insurance-supported repairs.
Below mentioned are some prominent drivers and their influence on the India Automotive Glass Market dynamics:
| Drivers | Main Segments Affected | Why It Matters |
| Safety Rules and Ratings | Type; Application | New safety rules and stronger crash tests are increasing the use of thicker laminated windshields and safer glass. |
| SUV and Sunroof Demand | Application; Type | The growth of mid-size cars and SUVs with sunroofs create the need for panoramic and soundproof glass. |
| Electric Vehicles and Smart Features | Application; Smart Glass | Smart and electric cars require special windshields that reduce noise and carry cameras and sensors. |
| Local Production and Cost Control | Type; Vehicle Type | More local factories for glass cutting and processing help reduce import costs and improve supply to automakers. |
| Aftermarket and Insurance Support | Vehicle Type; Application | Growing number of vehicles and easy insurance claims are driving steady demand for replacement windshields. |
The India Automotive Glass Market is expected to grow steadily at a 9.1% CAGR between 2025 and 2031. The upward growth of the market is driven by higher safety standards, more premium features such as sunroofs and advanced windshields, and a strong shift toward SUVs and electric vehicles. Raising domestic production capacity, better supply of interlayer materials, and wider dealer-led replacement services are improving affordability and availability. The market also gains advantage from the growing use of acoustic and solar-control glass. Increasing investments, local manufacturing, and technology upgrades, further enhance industry competitiveness and India Automotive Glass Market Growth.
Below mentioned are some major restraints and their influence on the India Automotive Glass Market dynamics:
| Restraints | Main Segments Affected | What This Means |
| High Prices in Mass Market | Type; Vehicle Type | Advanced laminated and coated glass increases overall cost, so affordable local production is needed. |
| Complex Installation and Calibration | Application | It takes longer and costs more to service to recalibrate cameras and sensors after refurbishing a windshield. |
| Limited Supply of Special Materials | Smart Glass; Type | Large dependency on imported interlayers and coatings, delay manufacture and raises delivery time. |
| Risk of Damage During Transport | Type; Application | Handling big roofs or panoramic glass panels can cause breakage due to weak logistics and packaging. |
| Shortage of Skilled Technicians | Application | Insufficient number of trained professionals can lead to weak fitting, noise, leakage, and sensor issues after fixing. |
Despite the growth there are challenges that the market faces. Major challenges include increasing use of scaling laminated sidelites without steep cost, expanding ADAS calibration capabilities across major cities, ensuring steady supply of specialty interlayers and coatings, and reducing handling losses for large sunroof or panoramic modules. Giving technicians the right skills, standardizing repair protocols, and developing insurance tie-ups remain significant for consistent service quality and customer confidence. Constant upgradations and domestic R&D generate long-term market stability.
Several significant trends are impacting the India Automotive Glass Market:
Some of the notable investment opportunities are:
Below is the list of prominent companies leading in the India Automotive Glass Market Share:
| Company Name | Asahi India Glass Ltd. (AIS) |
| Established Year | 1984 |
| Headquarters | Gurugram, India |
| Official Website | Click Here |
India’s largest automotive glass supplier with comprehensive laminated and tempered portfolio; strong OEM partnerships and nationwide replacement network.
| Company Name | Saint-Gobain Sekurit India |
| Established Year | 1665 (Group legacy) |
| Headquarters | Paris, France; India operations in multiple locations |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Supplies laminated/tempered glazing, sunroof glass, and value-added coatings; focuses on acoustic, solar-control, and HUD-ready solutions for leading OEMs.
| Company Name | Gold Plus Glass Industry (Automotive) |
| Established Year | 1985 |
| Headquarters | Delhi NCR, India |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Indian float and processed glass manufacturer expanding automotive lines; competitive offerings for windshields and sidelites with growing OEM linkages.
| Company Name | Guardian (Gujarat Guardian) |
| Established Year | 1932 |
| Headquarters | Auburn Hills, USA; India JV in Gujarat |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Provides float substrates and specialty coated glass supporting local processors; strengthens raw glass availability for automotive applications.
| Company Name | Fuyao Group (India Supply) |
| Established Year | 1987 |
| Headquarters | Fuzhou, China |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Global automotive glass major supplying select models and premium replacements; known for high precision laminated and panoramic units.
According to Indian government data, initiatives such as AIS-037/IS glazing standards for safety glass, Bharat NCAP (BNCAP) star-rating adoption, and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for Advanced Automotive Technology support category quality and localization. Examples include mandatory safety glazing compliance for windscreens and windows, higher star-rating targets encouraging laminated sidelites and better roof integrity, PLI incentives for value-added auto components like coated and acoustic glass, the Vehicle Scrappage Policy improving new vehicle sales mix.
The India Automotive Glass Industry will maintain strong growth as SUVs and EVs scale up, panoramic modules proliferate, and HUD/ADAS features become common. Localization of interlayers and coatings will reduce costs and lead times, while standardized calibration services and technician training will drive consistent customer experience. With OEM feature upgrades and a rising replacement market, the industry is poised for steady value addition and wider adoption of advanced glazing nationwide.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
According to Vartika, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, Laminated glass is expected to dominate India automotive glass market size due to mandatory use in windshields, rising adoption in sidelites for safety and NVH gains, and its compatibility with HUD projection and acoustic interlayers.
Windshield applications lead as every vehicle requires a laminated windshield, and this area concentrates the highest technology content: acoustic PVB, IR-control coatings, camera brackets for ADAS, rain/light sensors, and HUD readiness.
By Technology, Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal (PDLC) is set to dominate early smart-glass deployments in India due to relative cost-effectiveness and suitability for sunshade/roof privacy, with electrochromic gaining in high-end imports.
Passenger cars dominate driven by strong compact and mid-size SUV sales and higher feature content per vehicle (sunroofs, acoustic laminates, HUD). Light commercial vehicles adopt advanced glazing more selectively; heavy commercial vehicles focus on durable tempered solutions and electric vehicles.
The India automotive glass market provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
| 1 Executive Summary |
| 2 Introduction |
| 2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
| 2.2 Report Description |
| 2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
| 2.4 Research Methodology |
| 2.5 Assumptions |
| 3 India Automotive Glass Market Overview |
| 3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators |
| 3.2 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.3 India Automotive Glass Market - Industry Life Cycle |
| 3.4 India Automotive Glass Market - Porter's Five Forces |
| 3.5 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.6 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.7 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Smart Glass, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.8 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 4 India Automotive Glass Market Dynamics |
| 4.1 Impact Analysis |
| 4.2 Market Drivers |
| 4.2.1 Increasing demand for passenger and commercial vehicles in India |
| 4.2.2 Growth in the automotive industry leading to higher production of vehicles |
| 4.2.3 Rising focus on safety features in vehicles driving the demand for advanced automotive glass technologies |
| 4.3 Market Restraints |
| 4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices affecting the manufacturing cost of automotive glass |
| 4.3.2 Intense competition among key players leading to pricing pressures |
| 4.3.3 Regulatory challenges related to automotive safety standards impacting the market |
| 5 India Automotive Glass Market Trends |
| 6 India Automotive Glass Market, By Types |
| 6.1 India Automotive Glass Market, By Type |
| 6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.1.2 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.3 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Laminated, 2021-2031F |
| 6.1.4 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Tempered, 2021-2031F |
| 6.2 India Automotive Glass Market, By Application |
| 6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.2.2 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Windshield, 2021-2031F |
| 6.2.3 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Sidelite & Backlite, 2021-2031F |
| 6.2.4 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Side & Rearview Mirror, 2021-2031F |
| 6.3 India Automotive Glass Market, By Smart Glass |
| 6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.3.2 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Technology, 2021-2031F |
| 6.3.3 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031F |
| 6.4 India Automotive Glass Market, By Vehicle Type |
| 6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.4.2 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Passenger Car, 2021-2031F |
| 6.4.3 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Light Commercial Vehicles, 2021-2031F |
| 6.4.4 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Heavy Commercial Vehicles, 2021-2031F |
| 6.4.5 India Automotive Glass Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric Vehicles, 2021-2031F |
| 7 India Automotive Glass Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
| 7.1 India Automotive Glass Market Export to Major Countries |
| 7.2 India Automotive Glass Market Imports from Major Countries |
| 8 India Automotive Glass Market Key Performance Indicators |
| 8.1 Average selling price of automotive glass products |
| 8.2 Adoption rate of advanced automotive glass technologies |
| 8.3 Number of new vehicle models incorporating advanced glass features |
| 8.4 Investment in research and development for innovative automotive glass solutions |
| 8.5 Adoption rate of automotive safety regulations by manufacturers |
| 9 India Automotive Glass Market - Opportunity Assessment |
| 9.1 India Automotive Glass Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 9.2 India Automotive Glass Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
| 9.3 India Automotive Glass Market Opportunity Assessment, By Smart Glass, 2021 & 2031F |
| 9.4 India Automotive Glass Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vehicle Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 10 India Automotive Glass Market - Competitive Landscape |
| 10.1 India Automotive Glass Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
| 10.2 India Automotive Glass Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
| 11 Company Profiles |
| 12 Recommendations |
| 13 Disclaimer |