India Milk Protein Market

India Milk Protein Market Size and Share: 

The India milk protein market size reached USD 241.33 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 397.10 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.30% during 2025-2033. The India milk protein market share is fueled by rising health awareness, growing demand for fitness and wellness products, and rising demand for protein-based diets. Moreover, the growth of dairy-based protein supplements, rising popularity of functional foods and drinks, increased disposable incomes, and rapid urbanization also drive the India milk protein market growth.

India Milk Protein Market Trends:

Rising Demand for Dairy-Based Protein Supplements

In India, the market for milk protein is experiencing a growth in demand for protein supplements derived from dairy products, fueled by the increasing interest in fitness and healthy living. In a comparative study of December 2024, UHT-treated cow milk contained 3.4 grams of protein per liter, while 8 of the 10 plant-based drinks studied contained protein ranging from 0.4 to 1.1 grams per liter. In addition, all the plant-based drinks exhibited lower levels of essential amino acids. With the growing number of health-conscious consumers, especially among young professionals and adults, there is a greater demand for protein-dense diets to aid muscle development, weight control, and overall health. Whey protein, a protein derived from milk, is especially popular because of its good quality amino acid content and rapid absorption rate, and it is a favorite among athletes, bodybuilders, and fitness experts. The increasing interest in milk proteins and their benefits for muscle recovery and overall performance enhancement in physical activities has also contributed to market growth. With the increase in the trend of personalized nutrition, dairy-derived protein foods such as shakes, bars, and powders are becoming popular among India's health and wellness and fitness industries. The trend will continue as urban and semi-urban demand for protein supplements continues to grow.

Growth of Milk Protein in Functional Foods and Beverages

Another important trend influencing the India milk protein market outlook is the growing application of milk protein in functional foods and beverages. As awareness regarding the role of nutrition in health increases, Indian consumers are becoming more interested in functional foods that provide extra health benefits over simple nutrition. As per the industry reports, with over 73% of the Indian population struggling to meet their daily protein needs, protein-enriched beverages can be a viable solution in closing this gap, improving their general health and well-being. Milk proteins, including casein and whey, are increasingly being added to various food and beverage items like protein-fortified snacks, yogurts, smoothies, and even ready-to-consume beverages. They are promoted on the basis of muscle repair, immune enhancement, and weight management to respond to increasing demand for healthy foods. Aging populations are also leading the demand toward functional food intake with an increased desire for bone health, mental function, and muscle maintenance. With increasing health-consciousness among consumers in India, demand for milk protein-enriched functional foods and beverages will increase enormously, opening up further opportunities for the market.

India Milk Protein 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 type, livestock, form, processing method, application, and functionality.

Type Insights:

• Milk Protein Concentrates
• Milk Protein Isolates
• Milk Protein Hydrolysates
• Casein and Caseinates
• Whey Protein Concentrates
• Whey Protein Isolates
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes milk protein concentrates, milk protein isolates, milk protein hydrolysates, casein and caseinates, whey protein concentrates, whey protein isolates, and others.

Livestock Insights:

• Cow
• Buffalo and Goat

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the livestock. This includes cow and buffalo and goat.

Form Insights:

• Dry
• Liquid

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the form. This includes dry and liquid.

Processing Method Insights:

• Pasteurization
• Creaming and Homogenization
• Filtration
• Drying and Spray Drying
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the processing method. This includes pasteurization, creaming and homogenization, filtration, drying and spray drying, and others.

Application Insights:

• Sports Nutrition
• Infant Formula
• Dairy Products
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes sports nutrition, infant formula, dairy products, and others.

Functionality Insights:

• Emulsification
• Foaming and Thickening
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the functionality. This includes emulsification, foaming and thickening, 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 Milk Protein Market News:

• In January 2025, Heritage Foods intends to extend its reach beyond South India, which is its primary revenue source, and introduce additional value-added dairy products due to increasing demand for these items, according to a senior executive from the Hyderabad-based dairy firm.
• In November 2024, the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), famous for its Nandini brand, announced plans to grow in North India by introducing new dairy items, such as milk and curd, in the national capital on November 21.

India Milk Protein Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the India milk protein market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the India milk protein market on the basis of type?
• What is the breakup of the India milk protein market on the basis of livestock?
• What is the breakup of the India milk protein market on the basis of form?
• What is the breakup of the India milk protein market on the basis of processing method?
• What is the breakup of the India milk protein market on the basis of application?
• What is the breakup of the India milk protein market on the basis of functionality?
• What is the breakup of the India milk protein market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the India milk protein market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the India milk protein market?
• What is the structure of the India milk protein market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the India milk protein 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 milk protein market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India milk protein 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 milk protein 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.