India Agriculture Drones Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Offering, Component, Farming Environment, Application, and Region, 2025-2033

India Agriculture Drones Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Offering, Component, Farming Environment, Application, and Region, 2025-2033

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India Agriculture Drones Market Overview:

The India agriculture drones market size reached USD 243.60 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 2,110.60 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 24.10% during 2025-2033. The India agriculture drones market growth is driven by government support, rising adoption of precision farming, labor shortages, and technological advancements, making drone solutions more efficient, affordable, and accessible for the Indian farmers.

Report Attribute 
Key Statistics
Base Year
2024
Forecast Years
2025-2033
Historical Years
2019-2024
Market Size in 2024 USD 243.60 Million
Market Forecast in 2033 USD 2,110.60 Million
Market Growth Rate (2025-2033) 24.10%


India Agriculture Drones Market Trends:

Government Support and Policies

The Indian government's active support for agricultural innovation plays a key role in fueling the India agriculture drones market share. Initiatives like the “Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization” (SMAM) and financial incentives for drone adoption promote modern farming technologies. Subsidies, pilot projects, and the inclusion of drones in the PM-Kisan scheme encourage farmers to adopt this advanced solution. The liberalization of drone regulations under the Drone Rules 2021 has also simplified usage, licensing, and manufacturing processes. These supportive policies create a favorable ecosystem for startups, manufacturers, and service providers, significantly accelerating drone adoption across India’s diverse and expanding agricultural sector. This proactive government backing is fostering innovation and encouraging private sector participation in agri-tech development. For instance, in October 2024, Amber Wings introduced the 'Vihaa' agricultural drone, developed by IIT Madras, to transform farming practices in India. Recently certified by the DGCA, the drone can spray crops seven times faster than traditional methods, saving farmers valuable time and resources. Prof. Satya Chakravarthy emphasized its potential to revolutionize agribusiness and promote widespread access to advanced technology, with plans for future innovations in drone solutions across various sectors.

India Agriculture Drones Market Size

Technological Advancements and Startup Ecosystem

India’s vibrant startup ecosystem is fueling rapid innovation in agricultural drone technology. Startups are developing cost-effective, easy-to-use drones tailored for small and marginal farmers. Advances in AI, machine learning, GPS, and data analytics are being integrated into drones, enabling precise crop health assessments and actionable insights. Collaborations between agritech firms, research institutions, and government bodies further drive product development and market reach. Increased funding, incubation support, and awareness campaigns are helping bridge the gap between technology and rural adoption. These innovations are making drones more accessible and efficient thereby creating a positive India agriculture drones market outlook. For instance, in August 2024, Raminfo Limited launched Kisan Drones Private Limited, aiming to transform agriculture with innovative drone services in India. The initiative plans to establish 100 centers across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha within two years. Kisan Drones will offer farmers advanced drone technology, training, and support, while creating over 1,000 new entrepreneurs. This program is set to enhance productivity and foster entrepreneurship in rural areas.

India Agriculture Drones Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the regional level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on offering, component, farming environment, and application.

Offering Insights:

  • Hardware
    • Fixed Wing
    • Rotary Wing
    • Hybrid Wing
  • Software
    • Data Management Software
    • Imaging Software
    • Data Analytics Software
    • Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the offering. This includes hardware (fixed wing, rotary wing, and hybrid wing), and software (data management software, imaging software, data analytics software, and others).

Component Insights:

  • Controller Systems
  • Propulsion Systems
  • Cameras
  • Batteries
  • Navigation Systems
  • Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the component have also been provided in the report. This includes controller systems, propulsion systems, cameras, batteries, navigation systems, and others.

Farming Environment Insights:

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the farming environment have also been provided in the report. This includes indoor and outdoor.

Application Insights:

India Agriculture Drones Market By Application

  • Field Mapping
  • Variable Rate Application
  • Crop Scouting
  • Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes field mapping, variable rate application, crop scouting, and others.

Regional Insights:

  • North India
  • South India
  • East India
  • West India

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

India Agriculture Drones Market News:

  • In February 2025, Skylark Drones, a leading drone solutions startup, launched DMO-AG at the Krishi Darshan Expo in Hisar. This first-of-its-kind software platform is expected to revolutionize the management and operation of agricultural drones throughout India as the country gets ready for exponential growth.
  • In July 2024, Optiemus Unmanned Systems (OUS) introduced its latest collection of locally designed and produced drones for agricultural and mapping purposes during the 5th Drone International Expo at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

India Agriculture Drones Market Report Coverage:

Report Features Details
Base Year of the Analysis 2024
Historical Period 2019-2024
Forecast Period 2025-2033
Units Million USD
Scope of the Report

Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:

  • Offering
  • Component
  • Farming Environment
  • Application 
  • Region
Offerings Covered
  • HardwareFixed Wing, Rotary Wing, Hybrid Wing
  • Software: Data Management Software, Imaging Software, Data Analytics Software, Others
Components Covered Controller Systems, Propulsion Systems, Cameras, Batteries, Navigation Systems, Others
Farming Environments Covered Indoor, Outdoor
Applications Covered Field Mapping, Variable Rate Application, Crop Scouting, Others
Regions Covered North India, South India, East India, West India
Customization Scope 10% Free Customization
Post-Sale Analyst Support 10-12 Weeks
Delivery Format PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request)


Key Questions Answered in This Report:

  • How has the India agriculture drones market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
  • What is the breakup of the India agriculture drones market on the basis of offering?
  • What is the breakup of the India agriculture drones market on the basis of component?
  • What is the breakup of the India agriculture drones market on the basis of farming environment?
  • What is the breakup of the India agriculture drones market on the basis of application?
  • What is the breakup of the India agriculture drones market on the basis of region?
  • What are the various stages in the value chain of the India agriculture drones market? 
  • What are the key driving factors and challenges in the India agriculture drones market?
  • What is the structure of the India agriculture drones market and who are the key players?
  • What is the degree of competition in the India agriculture drones market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

  • IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the India agriculture drones market from 2019-2033.
  • The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India agriculture drones market.
  • Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the India agriculture drones industry and its attractiveness.
  • Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.

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