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India Sustainable Aviation Fuel Market to Reach USD 701.37 Million by 2035 from USD 28 Million in 2025 at a 38.0% CAGR - SRI

The India Sustainable Aviation Fuel market size was valued at USD 28 million in 2025 and is anticipated to reach USD 701.37 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 38.0% during the forecast period.
Published 20 October 2026

London, UK - October 2026 | Strategic Revenue Insights Inc. - Blending mandates, abundant feedstock, and state-level policy support are driving exceptionally rapid growth in the India sustainable aviation fuel market. According to Strategic Revenue Insights, the india sustainable aviation fuel market was valued at USD 28 million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 701.37 million by 2035, registering a CAGR of 38.0%. The report was prepared by lead analyst Lukas Schmidt. The source report does not disclose detailed methodology, including the number of primary interviews or the specific secondary datasets used.

Key Takeaways

  • Market value is projected to rise from USD 28 million in 2025 to USD 701.37 million by 2035, at a CAGR of 38.0%.
  • HEFA is the largest pathway with a 30% share in 2025, while power-to-liquid is the fastest-growing at a 39.9% CAGR.
  • Sugarcane and ethanol lead feedstocks with 30%, the up to 1% blend level holds 40%, and commercial aviation is the largest end user with a 60% share.
  • Uttar Pradesh is the largest state market with a 20% share in 2025 and the highest CAGR at 39.7%.
  • Named market participants include Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum, and Hindustan Petroleum.

Report URL: https://www.strategicrevenueinsights.com/industry/india-sustainable-aviation-fuel-market

Blending Mandates and Feedstock Supply Drive SAF Growth

SRI estimates that indicative SAF blending targets add 10.0 percentage points to market growth, while the abundance of sugarcane ethanol and farm residue adds 9.0 points. Uttar Pradesh's SAF Manufacturing Promotion Policy adds 8.0 points, and air traffic growth from fleet expansion adds 7.0 points.

The market multiplies 25 times over the forecast period and is expected to reach USD 140.14 million by 2030. The 1% to 5% blend level is the fastest-growing at a 39.0% CAGR, used cooking oil is the fastest-growing feedstock at 38.9%, and Indian Oil Corporation operates the first commercial-scale SAF production facility at Panipat.

Market Segmentation

By Pathway: HEFA, Alcohol-to-Jet, Fischer-Tropsch, Power-to-Liquid, and Co-Processing. HEFA leads with 30%.

By Feedstock: Used Cooking Oil, Agricultural Residue, Sugarcane & Ethanol, Municipal Solid Waste, and Non-Edible Oils. Sugarcane and ethanol lead with 30%.

By Blend Level: Up to 1%, 1% to 5%, and Above 5%. Up to 1% leads with 40%.

By End User: Commercial Aviation, Military Aviation, and Business & General Aviation. Commercial aviation leads with 60%.

By State: Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Rest of India.

Regional Outlook

The report covers North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa. Uttar Pradesh leads with a 20% share in 2025 (USD 5.60 million, growing to USD 159.11 million by 2035 at a 39.7% CAGR), alongside Maharashtra at 20% with a 37.8% CAGR, Haryana at 15% with a 38.8% CAGR, Gujarat at 15% with a 36.8% CAGR, and Karnataka at 10% with a 35.8% CAGR. The source provides no further region-specific market values or growth rates.

Competitive Landscape

The report names Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum, Hindustan Petroleum, Reliance Industries, Nayara Energy, Praj Industries, and LanzaJet as key companies. SRI estimates that the five largest companies hold about 46% of India revenue; Indian Oil Corporation holds a 15.0% share, Bharat Petroleum 10.0%, Hindustan Petroleum 8.0%, Reliance Industries 7.0%, Nayara Energy 6.0%, and Praj Industries and LanzaJet 5.0% each.

Market Restraints

Limited SAF production facilities reduce growth by an estimated 6.0 percentage points, and expensive conversion technologies subtract a further 5.0 points.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the size of the india sustainable aviation fuel market in 2025?

The market is valued at USD 28 million in 2025.

What will be the market size by 2035?

The market is projected to reach USD 701.37 million by 2035.

What is the expected CAGR of the india sustainable aviation fuel market?

The market is projected to expand at a CAGR of 38.0% from 2026 to 2035.

Which segment is largest in the india sustainable aviation fuel market?

HEFA is the largest pathway with a 30% share in 2025.

Which region leads the india sustainable aviation fuel market?

Uttar Pradesh leads with a 20% share in 2025 (USD 5.60 million, growing to USD 159.11 million by 2035 at a 39.7% CAGR), alongside Maharashtra at 20% with a 37.8% CAGR, Haryana at 15% with a 38.8% CAGR, Gujarat at 15% with a 36.8% CAGR, and Karnataka at 10% with a 35.8% CAGR.

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