India Online Food Ordering and Delivery Market to Grow with a CAGR of 28.17% through 2030F

The India Online Food Ordering and Delivery Market is driven by factors such as rising smartphone and internet penetration, busy urban lifestyles, growing middle-class income, expansion into smaller cities, and increasing demand for convenience.

According to TechSci Research report, “India Online Food Ordering and Delivery Market – By Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2020-2030F”, the India Online Food Ordering and Delivery Market was valued at USD 31.77 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 140.85 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 28.17% during the forecast period. The India online food ordering and delivery market has witnessed rapid evolution over the past decade, transforming from a niche convenience to a mainstream service embraced by millions. Driven by urbanization, shifting consumer behavior, and rising digital adoption, the market has become a cornerstone of India's digital economy. With tech-savvy millennials and Gen Z forming a major portion of the user base, food delivery platforms have found fertile ground in urban and semi-urban centers. Popular aggregators such as Zomato, Swiggy, and Uber Eats (before exiting India) revolutionized the food consumption landscape by offering diverse cuisine choices, real-time tracking, and doorstep delivery, all made seamless through user-friendly mobile applications and digital payment integration.

With more than 800 million internet users and rising, even Tier II and Tier III cities are increasingly relying on online platforms for ordering food. The convenience of browsing menus, comparing prices, availing discounts, and receiving food without stepping out has greatly appealed to working professionals, students, and families. In addition, the pandemic played a catalytic role in altering dining habits, further embedding food delivery into everyday life. People began favoring home-delivered meals over dine-in experiences due to safety concerns, leading to a spike in both order frequency and platform subscriptions.

The India online food ordering and delivery market is poised for continued expansion, underpinned by demographic dividends, growing disposable incomes, and evolving consumer expectations. The integration of sustainable practices, such as eco-friendly packaging and green delivery fleets, will likely gain momentum as environmental awareness grows. The market will also see more regional players emerging, offering hyper-localized services and cuisine. As technology continues to play a defining role, with drones and autonomous delivery potentially entering the fray, India’s food delivery ecosystem is expected to become more competitive, efficient, and customer-centric, reshaping how the country consumes food in the digital age.

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The India Online Food Ordering and Delivery Market is segmented into operation type, platform, payment, and region.

Based on payment, Mobile Wallet is the fastest growing segment among payment modes in India’s online food ordering and delivery market. This growth is fueled by increasing smartphone usage, government-led digital payment initiatives (like UPI), and the convenience mobile wallets offer for quick, secure transactions. Platforms such as PhonePe, Paytm, and Google Pay dominate this space, providing cashback offers, loyalty rewards, and seamless integration with food delivery apps like Swiggy and Zomato. As consumers shift toward contactless and instant payments, mobile wallets continue to outpace traditional methods like cash on delivery and card payments, especially among younger, urban populations.

Based on region, South India is the fastest-growing region in the Online Food Ordering and Delivery Market, driven by increasing disposable incomes, urbanization, and shifting consumer preferences. States like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh are witnessing a rise in demand for premium and flavored pan masala products, fueled by the growth of the urban middle class. Urban centers such as Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad are experiencing significant adoption of non-tobacco and flavored variants, as consumers become more health-conscious and seek safer alternatives to traditional tobacco-based products. The expanding availability of pan masala through modern retail channels, coupled with rising awareness of product variety, has contributed to the rapid growth of the segment in South India. This shift reflects changing consumption patterns and a more diverse market landscape in the region.

Major companies operating in India Online Food Ordering and Delivery Market are:

• Jubilant FoodWorks
• Zomato Limited
• Box8
• Bundl Technologies Private Limited (Swiggy)
• FoodVista India Private Limited
• Rebel Foods Private Limited (Faasos)
• Yum! Brands, Inc.
• Biryani by Kilo
• Eat.Fit
• Fresh Menu

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“The India’s online food ordering and delivery market is driven by rising smartphone and internet penetration, changing urban lifestyles, and increasing demand for convenience. Growing disposable incomes and busy work schedules further fuel this shift. Key trends include the rapid expansion of 15-minute quick commerce, the rise of cloud kitchens, and AI-powered personalization. Sustainability initiatives, such as eco-friendly packaging and electric vehicle deliveries, are also gaining traction.” said Mr. Karan Chechi, Research Director of TechSci Research, a research-based management consulting firm.

“India Online Food Ordering and Delivery Market By Product Type (Tobacco Pan Masala, Plain Pan Masala, Flavored Pan Masala, Others), By Packaging (Pouches, Cans, Others), By Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2020-2030F”, has evaluated the future growth potential of India Online Food Ordering and Delivery Market and provides statistics & information on market size, structure and future market growth. The report intends to provide cutting-edge market intelligence and help decision makers take sound investment decisions. Besides, the report also identifies and analyzes the emerging trends along with essential drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India Online Food Ordering and Delivery Market.

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