India Agriculture Drones Market Size, Share, Trends, Statistics And Industry Report 2025-2033

The India agriculture drones market size reached USD 243.60 million in 2024 and is projected to hit USD 2,110.60 million by 2033 , expanding at a CAGR of 24.10% during 2025–2033 . The rapid adoption of drone technologies in farming is being propelled by government subsidies, precision agriculture initiatives, and the rising need for productivity optimization amid resource constraints.

Key Highlights

• Market size (2024): USD 243.60 million
• Forecast (2033): USD 2,110.60 million
• CAGR (2025–2033): 24.10%
• Growth Drivers: Government-backed precision farming schemes, need for resource-efficient agriculture, and rising private investment in agri-tech
• Applications expanding in: Crop scouting, spraying, mapping, and data-driven decision-making
• Key companies operating in the India agriculture drones market include: ideaForge Technology, Garuda Aerospace, Thanos Technologies, DJI, Skylark Drones, John Deere, Yamaha Motor, and Mahindra Group.

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How AI Is Transforming the Agriculture Drones Market in India

AI-enabled drones are reshaping agricultural practices in India by enabling:

• AI-driven crop health monitoring through high-resolution imaging and machine learning algorithms
• Predictive analytics for yield forecasting and pest outbreak prevention
• Precision spraying and seeding with automated drones guided by AI-powered variable rate applications
• Integration with IoT and satellite data to optimize irrigation, fertilization, and soil health management
• Cost-effective solutions for smallholder farmers via drone-as-a-service business models

Key Market Trends and Drivers

• Government Initiatives: Subsidies under the“Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM)” and digital agriculture mission promoting drone adoption
• Precision Agriculture Demand: Growing focus on efficient water, fertilizer, and pesticide use
• Private Sector Investments: Agri-tech startups and partnerships accelerating drone service penetration
• Technology Advancements: Integration of multispectral imaging, AI, and GIS platforms enhancing farming decisions
• Labor Shortages: Increasing mechanization to overcome rural labor constraints

Market Segmentation

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Offering Insights

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

Component Insights

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

Farming Environment Insights

• Indoor
• Outdoor

Application Insights

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

Regional Insights

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

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Latest Developments in the Industry

• January 2025: Garuda Aerospace announced expansion into precision spraying solutions, securing contracts under the PM-Kisan Drone Scheme.
• March 2025: ideaForge introduced AI-driven multispectral imaging drones designed for small and mid-sized farms.
• June 2025: The Indian government announced an additional subsidy allocation for 10,000 agriculture drones to support rural farmer cooperatives.
• Industry Shift: Growing adoption of “Drone-as-a-Service” (DaaS) models making drone usage more accessible to smallholder farmers.

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