Pulses market size in India | Industry Trends & Forecast 2025

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Publication Date: Nov 2025

What is the growth rate of the India Pulses Market?

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the India Pulses Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.8 % during 2025-2031.

The main drivers of this growth are the rising popularity of pulses in protein-rich diets, consumers’ more health-conscious and wellness-minded lifestyles, and the growing use of nutrient-dense legumes to help meet dietary needs.

Growth Factors for India Pulses Industry

Growing interest in plant-based and natural pulses as substitutes for conventional protein sources.
Demand for pulses is being driven by the rising incidence of lifestyle-related health problems.
Popularity among wellness groups and fitness enthusiasts due to pulses’ positive effects on immunity and nutrition.
Expansion of organised retail and online retail for pulses across India.
Innovation in value-added pulses formats and branded packaged pulses.

India Pulses Market Trends

The trends in the pulses market in India indicate that the consumer preference is shifting towards branded and packaged pulses rather than bulk loose sales. The better acceptance of pulses is also coupled with e-commerce channels that are further promoting pulses retailing. There is an emphasis on traceability, organic certification and clean label attributes of pulses. There is also growing interest from direct-to-consumer retail, influencer-driven campaigns.

Emerging Developments in the India Pulses Market

The India Pulses Market is predicated on programs to increase domestically produced pulses to meet rising demand, the growing use of pulses in processing sectors such as snack foods and flours, and the increase in investment from the private sector for developing cold storage and associated infrastructure to reduce waste and ensure availability year-round.