India Ready-To-Eat (RTE) Food Market will witness a CAGR of 16.4% during the forecast period FY2024-FY2031 reaching at USD 2933.31 million in FY2031 from USD 870.43 million in FY2023.
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India Ready-To-Eat (RTE) Food Market will witness a CAGR of 16.4% during the forecast period FY2024-FY2031 reaching at USD 2933.31 million in FY2031 from USD 870.43 million in FY2023. Rapid increase in travelling, increasing younger generation and working population preferring more convenience food owing to busier lifestyles, the enlargement of the Indian retail chain sector, and new product launches by various manufacturers are the key factors driving the growth potential of RTE food market in India.
Availability of diverse food options and higher exposure to western culture has made RTE food a part of millennial’s life in India as well. Moreover, technological advancements in food packaging and cold chain logistics also influences the growth of RTE food in India Market.
However, challenges including the rise in obesity and diabetes-related health problems may prevent market growth. Ready-to-eat foods are not preferred by consumers who are concerned about their health because of their high fat content. Due to their hectic schedules and lack of resources to prepare meals at home, the working population of India is becoming demanding for ready-to-eat food as a large part of Indian working couples are staying as a nuclear family. Employment rate in India was recorded at 44.7% of the country’s population in Q4 of 2022.
Working Couples, Parenting Millennials and Younger Population Living Apart from Families
Staying apart from families to reduce down on the travel time, and at times due to employment in cities other than native cities, large number of younger population and working couples is following it as a common practice in India which is eventually resulting in a higher consumption of packaged and RTE food. The processed food business is driven by a higher need for convenience because of customers' busy lifestyles. There has been a progressive move away from the conventional paradigm of daily cooking because of the rise in the number of workers in developing nations like India as well as the tendency towards longer and more unpredictable working hours. Furthermore, because it boosts consumer purchasing power, rising disposable income is another element that significantly affects the expansion of the food market.
Demand for Innovative Products
People today like experimenting with their cuisine and are willing to try different foods. Nonetheless, younger generations of consumers are becoming more concerned with food quality and are prepared to pay a little bit more if doing so means receiving the best quality without compromising their health. In light of all of this, Indian food producers are constantly attempting to create new cuisines, and the ready-to-eat food industry is rapidly growing. For instance, Goa-based Sairaj Dhond, a former lawyer who is now an entrepreneur, founded Wakao Foods in October 2020, which is making it simpler to adapt to a plant-based diet by utilising the superfood jackfruit that is currently gaining popularity. BigBasket entered the market with products like frozen pizza and frozen peas under its private label Fresho after spotting "need gaps" in the goods other businesses were offering.
Government’s PLI Scheme to Incentivise Use of Millets in RTE Food
The government of India is equally concerned for the health and wellbeing of its citizens as the population is. In line with the same, the government keeps adding or revising to the existing scheme and promotes health awareness by incentivising the manufacturers for following the food safety standards. According to Press Information Bureau, the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) implemented the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for food products since 2021-22 and it has been encouraging the use of millets in ready to cook and ready to eat food. The authority has sanctioned an amount of INR 8 billion (800 crores) to incentivise these products provided there is more than 15% of millets by volume/weight being used in the composition of these RTE food products.
Impact of COVID-19 on the India Ready-To-Eat Food Market
Although the COVID-19 outbreak created several inconveniences, it also gave many businesses a good economic opportunity. One of these is the dramatic increase in demand for FMCG goods, particularly those in the categories of ready-to-eat or frozen foods. According to a survey by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMAR), the Indian frozen food market is anticipated to increase at a rate of 17% per year from now until 2024. Even companies like Licious, iD Fresh Foods, and Grofers, among others, reported an uptick in sales in ready-to-eat and frozen food categories during the nationwide lockdown.
Impact of Russia-Ukraine War on India Ready-To-Eat Food Market
The 2022 conflict between Russia and Ukraine has a significant effect on world food security. A food shortage resulted from the crisis, particularly with regard to wheat. Following this quickly was India's restriction on wheat exports, which unbalanced world markets and significantly raised the price of wheat around the globe. The wheat exports ban caused a market shock in India, forcing farmers to sell a perishable crop like wheat at the lowest price possible when they had kept their crops in anticipation of rising prices. Wheat became more accessible to Indian customers because of extremely low prices.
India Ready-To-Eat Food Market: Report Scope
"India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Overview, FY2017-FY2031F,” a comprehensive report by Market Xcel, provides an analytical and statistical guide of the size, share, growth trends, COVID-19 impact, impact of Russia Ukraine war, opportunities, and forecasts (FY2024-FY2031) for the India Ready-To-Eat Food Market. Additionally, the research scope profiles the top players in the industry, mentioning their respective market share, business model, competitive intelligence, etc.
Report Attribute |
Details |
Base Year for Analysis |
FY2023 |
Historical Period |
FY2017-FY2022 |
Forecast Period |
FY2024-FY2031 |
Market Size in FY2023 |
USD 870.43 million |
Projected Growth Rate |
CAGR of 16.4% from FY2024-FY2031 |
Revenue Forecast in FY2031 |
USD 2933.31 million |
Units |
Revenue in USD and Volume in Units |
Segments Covered |
Category, Packaging Type, Distribution Channel, End-user |
Regions Covered |
North, East, West & Central, South |
Key Companies Profiled |
Haldiram Foods International Pvt. Ltd., Gits Food Products Pvt. Ltd., MTR Foods Pvt. Ltd., ITC Limited, Venky's (India) Limited, Agro Tech Foods Limited (ATFL), Mccain Foods India Private Limited, Bikanervala Foods Private Limited, Kohinoor Foods Ltd., iD Fresh Food (India) Pvt. Ltd. |
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In this report, India Ready-To-Eat Food Market has been segmented into the following categories:
1. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market, By Category
1.1. Instant Breakfast/Cereals
1.2. Instant Soups and Snacks
1.3. Baked Goods
1.4. Meat/Poultry
1.5. Others
2. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market, By Packaging
2.1. Canned
2.2. Frozen or Chilled
2.3. Retort
2.4. Others
3. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market, By Distribution Channel
3.1. Online
3.2. Offline
3.2.1. Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
3.2.2. Departmental Stores
3.2.3. Convenience Stores
3.2.4. Others
4. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market, By End-user
4.1. Residential
4.2. Food Service
4.3. Institutional
5. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market, By Region
5.1. North
5.2. East
5.3. West and Central
5.4. South
Key Players Landscape and Outlook
The market is characterised by the timely emergence of a few significant small- to medium-sized local firms, catering to niche markets, in addition to the major players. The key players are emerging in the market as the awareness for product is increasing gradually.
For instance, The Taste Company (2020), a quick meal brand owned by Instahot Foods Private Limited, offers food created with common recipes for wholesome consumption. In other words, the company creates foods that are completely prepared and ready to eat; all that is required to enjoy them is the addition of hot water.
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Key Players Operating in India Ready-To-Eat Food Market
· Haldiram Foods International Pvt. Ltd.
· Gits Food Products Pvt. Ltd.
· MTR Foods Pvt. Ltd.
· ITC Limited
· Venky's (India) Limited
· Agro Tech Foods Limited (ATFL)
· Mccain Foods India Private Limited
· Bikanervala Foods Private Limited
· Kohinoor Foods Ltd.
· iD Fresh Food (India) Pvt. Ltd.
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Table of Contents
1. Research Methodology
2. Project Scope & Definitions
3. Impact of Covid-19 on India Ready-To-Eat Food Market
4. Impact of Russia-Ukraine War on India Ready-To-Eat Food Market
5. Executive Summary
6. Voice of Customer
6.1. Demographics (Cohort Analysis – Gen X, Y, Z, Baby Boomers; Income, Geography, etc)
6.2. Brand Recall and Loyalty
6.3. Factors Considered in Purchase Decision
6.3.1. Product Type
6.3.2. Quantity w.r.t Price
6.3.3. Shelf life
6.3.4. Quality of Ingredients
6.3.5. Taste Preferences
6.3.6. Nutritional Value and Health Impact
6.3.7. Packaging
6.3.8. Offers and Discounts
6.3.9. Reviews and Recommendations
6.4. Frequency of Purchase
6.5. Channel of Purchase
6.6. Impact of Social Media Influencer or Celebrity Endorsements of Product and Brand Absorption
7. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Outlook, FY2017-FY2031F
7.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.1.1. By Value
7.1.2. By Volume
7.2. By Category
7.2.1.Instant Breakfast/Cereals
7.2.2.Instant Soups and Snacks
7.2.3.Baked Goods
7.2.4.Meat/Poultry
7.2.5.Others
7.3. By Packaging
7.3.1.Canned
7.3.2.Frozen or Chilled
7.3.3.Retort
7.3.4.Others
7.4. By Distribution Channel
7.4.1.Online
7.4.2.Offline
7.4.2.1. Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
7.4.2.2. Departmental Stores
7.4.2.3. Convenience Stores
7.4.2.4. Others
7.5. By End-user
7.5.1.Residential
7.5.2.Food Service
7.5.3.Institutional
7.6. By Region
7.6.1.North
7.6.2.East
7.6.3.West & Central
7.6.4.South
7.7. By Company Market Share (%), FY2023
8. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Mapping, FY2023
8.1. By Category
8.2. By Packaging Type
8.3. By Distribution Channel
8.4. By End-user
8.5. By Region
9. Macro Environment and Industry Structure
9.1. Supply Demand Analysis
9.2. Import Export Analysis
9.3. Value Chain Analysis
9.4. PESTEL Analysis
9.4.1.Political Factors
9.4.2.Economic System
9.4.3.Social Implications
9.4.4.Technological Advancements
9.4.5.Environmental Impacts
9.4.6.Legal Compliances and Regulatory Policies (Statutory Bodies Included)
9.5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
9.5.1.Supplier Power
9.5.2.Buyer Power
9.5.3.Substitution Threat
9.5.4.Threat from New Entrant
9.5.5.Competitive Rivalry
10. Market Dynamics
10.1. Growth Drivers
10.2. Growth Inhibitors (Challenges, Restraints)
11. Key Players Landscape
11.1. Competition Matrix of Top Five Market Leaders
11.2. Market Revenue Analysis of Top Five Market Leaders (in %, 2022)
11.3. Mergers and Acquisitions/Joint Ventures (If Applicable)
11.4. SWOT Analysis (For Five Market Players)
11.5. Patent Analysis (If Applicable)
12. Pricing Analysis
13. Case Studies
14. Key Players Outlook
14.1. Haldiram Foods International Pvt. Ltd.
14.1.1. Company Details
14.1.2. Key Management Personnel
14.1.3. Products & Services
14.1.4. Financials (As reported)
14.1.5. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
14.1.6. Recent Developments
14.2. Gits Food Products Pvt. Ltd.
14.3. MTR Foods Pvt. Ltd.
14.4. ITC Limited
14.5. Venky's (India) Limited
14.6. Agro Tech Foods Limited (ATFL)
14.7. Mccain Foods India Private Limited
14.8. Bikanervala Foods Private Limited
14.9. Kohinoor Foods Ltd.
14.10. iD Fresh Food (India) Pvt. Ltd.
*Companies mentioned above DO NOT hold any order as per market share and can be changed during course of work
15. Strategic Recommendations
16. About Us & Disclaimer
List of Figure_India Ready-To-Eat Food Market
Figure 1. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market, By Value, In USD Billion, FY2017-2031F
Figure 2. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market, By Volume, In Units, FY2017-2031F
Figure 3. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Share, By Category, In USD Billion, FY2017-2031F
Figure 4. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Share, By Category, In Units, FY2017-2031F
Figure 5. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Share, By Packaging Type, In USD Billion, FY2017-2031F
Figure 6. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Share, By Packaging Type, In Units, FY2017-2031F
Figure 7. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Share, By Distribution Channel, In USD Billion, FY2017-2031F
Figure 8. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Share, By Distribution Channel, In Units, FY2017-2031F
Figure 9. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Share, By End-User, In USD Billion, FY2017-2031F
Figure 10. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Share, By End-User, In Units, FY2017-2031F
Figure 11. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Share, By Region, In USD Billion, FY2017-2031F
Figure 12. India Ready-To-Eat Food Market Share, By Region, In Units, FY2017-2031F
Figure 13. By Category Map-Market Size (USD Billion) & Growth Rate (%), FY2023
Figure 14. By Packaging Type Map-Market Size (USD Billion) & Growth Rate (%), FY2023
Figure 15. By Distribution Channel Map-Market Size (USD Billion) & Growth Rate (%), FY2023
Figure 16. By End-User Map-Market Size (USD Billion) & Growth Rate (%), FY2023
Figure 17. By Region Map-Market Size (USD Billion) & Growth Rate (%), FY2023
List of Table_India Ready-To-Eat Food Market
Table 1. Pricing Analysis of Products from Key Players
Table 2. Competition Matrix of Top 5 Market Leaders
Table 3. Mergers & Acquisitions/ Joint Ventures (If Applicable)
Table 4. About Us - Regions and Countries Where We Have Executed Client Project
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