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India Peer to Peer Lending Market Projected to Reach USD 42.92 by 2033 at a CAGR of 21.34%

India’s peer-to-peer lending market is a rapidly growing fintech segment driven by digital adoption, expanding access to alternative credit, rising investor interest, and supportive regulations, transforming lending by directly connecting individual lenders and borrowers online.
Published 15 December 2025

India Peer To Peer Lending Market Outlook

According to IMARC Group’s report titled "India Peer To Peer Lending Market Size, Share, Trends, and Forecast by Business Model, End User, and Region, 2025-2033" the report offers a comprehensive analysis of the industry, including market share, growth, trends, and regional insights.

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India Peer To Peer Lending Market Overview

The India peer to peer lending market size was valued at USD 7.53 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, it is estimated to reach USD 42.92 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.34% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2033. The market growth is driven by increasing accessibility to credit solutions for underserved borrowers and small enterprises, especially in tier 2 and tier 3 cities, enhanced by advancements in digital infrastructure and AI-driven credit assessment tools.

India Peer To Peer Lending Market Key Takeaways

  • Current Market Size: USD 7.53 Billion in 2024
  • CAGR: 21.34% during 2025-2033
  • Forecast Period: 2025-2033
  • North India dominates the market in 2024 due to high urban concentration and digital infrastructure.
  • Rising demand for accessible credit among underserved borrowers and enterprises in smaller cities fuels growth.
  • AI and data analytics enhance credit risk assessment, streamlining approval and disbursal processes.
  • Enabling regulatory frameworks provide legitimacy and operational clarity to platform operators.
  • Increasing investor participation and fintech-NBFC partnerships boost market expansion.

India Peer To Peer Lending Market Growth Factors

The India P2P lending market is large and can grow, which couples with factors such as more internet access, smartphones, people knowing finance, and credit demand, so the P2P lending market in India can grow well. SMEs' high demand and borrowers' difficulty obtaining loans from financial institutions drive the market's growth. Fintech ecosystem and government initiatives to promote digital financial services are other factors. The wide awareness of benefits of P2P lending such as relatively high interest rates on investment and quick loan disbursal time is expected to drive the adoption in urban as well as rural areas.

Further, untapped potential in the markets, rising internet penetration, and smartphone usage along with the collaboration of P2P platforms, banks, and regulators, are the key factors spurring the market innovation and product variety. The increase in awareness around financial literacy, borrower knowledge and consumer engagement has enabled more borrower engagement and interaction with the platforms, fuelling the growth of India's P2P lending landscape. Together, these factors are creating new opportunities for all stakeholders to innovate and serve a diverse array of consumer financial needs.

India Peer To Peer Lending Market Trends

Trends in the India P2P lending market include technological advancements, increased financial inclusion, and changing consumer preferences within. Digital lending platforms grow in popularity. They provide ease of access with convenience to borrowers and also to investors in the lending process. This growth drives important trends. Small businesses and individuals demand alternative finance, alternative banking services exist, AI use grows to ease credit scoring and assess risk, which contributes to market growth. This is providing lenders with a stronger basis for lending thereby minimizing defaults, risk, and expanding access to underserved individuals. The evolution of mobile-first lending apps has made P2P lending more common.

Apps can provide access to customers in rural and semi-urban areas where the penetration of customary banks is low. People increasingly adopt and use blockchain-based technology for transparency and to build trust. Focusing more on regulatory compliance and investor protection helps build confidence and encourages adoption and investment. Another emerging trend is the use of niche lending platforms, for example in the area of education, healthcare and agriculture. These trends point toward a market that is evolving to cater to the needs of Indian borrowers and investors.

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India Peer To Peer Lending Market Segmentation

By Business Model:

  • Traditional P2P Model: A peer-to-peer lending model where individuals lend directly to borrowers without intermediaries.
  • Marketplace Lending Model: Largest component with 65.8% market share in 2024, leveraging advanced analytics and AI for risk management and approvals, collaborating with institutional investors and NBFCs.

By End User:

  • Consumer Credit: Leading segment with 75.0% market share in 2024, driven by rising personal financing needs like medical emergencies, travel, weddings, and lifestyle purchases.
  • Small Business: Financing solutions catering to small enterprises.
  • Student Loan: Loans targeted at educational financing.
  • Real Estate: Lending products focused on property financing.

Regional Insights

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

In 2024, North India accounted for the largest market share due to high urban concentration, advanced digital infrastructure, and rising financial literacy, especially in metropolitan cities such as Delhi, Chandigarh, and Jaipur. The region’s share leads market growth with a CAGR of 21.34% during the forecast period.

India Peer To Peer Lending Market Key Players

The report offers an in-depth examination of the competitive landscape, including market structure, key player positioning, leading strategies for success, a competitive dashboard, and a company evaluation quadrant.

India Peer To Peer Lending Market Recent Developments & News

  • April 2025: Per Annum launched ‘Estates,’ enabling retail investors to access premium real estate through fractional ownership with entry points starting at ₹10 lakh.
  • January 2025: LenDenClub, an Indian NBFC, launched daily earning loans providing daily interest payouts, serving over 2 Crores users.
  • October 2024: IndiaP2P upgraded its ‘Monthly Income Plan-Plus’ to comply with RBI regulations, offering monthly payouts up to 18% annual interest after fees.

India Peer To Peer Lending Market Key Highlights of the Report

  • Comprehensive quantitative analysis of historical and current market trends from 2019-2033.
  • Detailed segmentation by business model, end user, and region.
  • Insights into market drivers, challenges, and growth opportunities.
  • Porter’s five forces analysis evaluating competitive intensity and market attractiveness.
  • Thorough competitive landscape with major player profiles.
  • Flexible customization options with post-sale analyst support.

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