India today has over 400 Cybersecurity Product companies

Data Security Council of India (DSCI) today launched the Indian Cybersecurity Product Landscape Report 3.0 – A DSCI Flagship Research at the 20th edition of the Nasscom-DSCI Annual Information Security Summit (AISS) 2025. The report was launched by Shri S Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY; Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, AVSM, NM, Vice Chief of Naval Staff; Pramod Bhasin, Chairman DSCI and Vinayak Godse, CEO, DSCI.

The study highlights the dynamic expansion of India’s cybersecurity product ecosystem, driven by rapid digitization, intensified cyber threats and increased enterprise investments in security solutions. India’s product-led innovation is gaining strong traction and broadening its international footprint.

Report Key Highlights

More than 400 cybersecurity product companies operate in India, generating a total revenue of USD 4.46 billion in 2025. The industry grew at a CAGR of 34%, in the last 5 years, between 2020 and 2025, fueled by rapid digital adoption, rising cyber threats, and increased public and private sector investment in cybersecurity solutions.

The Indian cybersecurity product industry in India has witnessed a rapid and sustained growth trajectory, expanding from USD 1.05 billion in 2020 to USD 4.46 billion by 2025.

Market Landscape s Global Presence

  • India today has more than 400 cybersecurity product companies. Bengaluru, Pune, Delhi-NCR and Mumbai continue to be the primary hubs driving cybersecurity product development and industry growth.
  • Nearly 25% of the cybersecurity product companies have shifted operations to Tier I and Tier II cities, highlighting a growing preference for hybrid and remote-friendly work models.
  • 55% of Indian cybersecurity product companies have expanded globally; however, only 17% maintain physical operational overseas offices, with the majority expanding through channel partners.
  • North America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia have emerged as the most significant international markets for Indian cybersecurity products.

Revenue Growth s Industry Demand

  • The Indian cybersecurity product industry is valued at USD 4.46 billion in revenue, growing at 25% year on year between FY24-25.
  • Revenue grew from USD 3.53 billion in CY2024 to USD 4.46 billion in CY2025.
  • Growth in India is driving more than 45% of total revenue, with BFSI, IT Services, and Government sectors accounting for over one-third of the demand.

Talent s Capability Development

  • Talent pool stands at approximately 60,000 cybersecurity professionals as of 2025
  • Collaboration between academia and industry, continued industry-wide upskilling programs, and investment in AI-driven training platforms continue to drive growth

Investment Landscape s Innovation

  • 36% of Indian cybersecurity companies have secured external funding, demonstrating strong investor confidence.
  • Most funded companies received capital within 2 years of inception, indicating strong early-stage investment appetite.
  • Over 110 patents were filed in 2024-2025, showcasing active innovation and IP development.

Vinayak Godse, CEO, DSCI, while launching the report said, “The third version of the Indian Cyber Security Product Landscape Report offers a resounding and exciting testimony to the expansion and maturity of India’s cyber security innovation ecosystem. The nation’s product companies have demonstrated remarkable advancement by covering key security domains and achieving robust year-on-year growth.

India’s market conditions are increasingly conducive to startup success, complementing the strong pipeline of new cyber innovations. Two critical factors provide evidence of this favourable environment: first, a sizeable portion of revenue derived from exports; and second, increasing investments across cyber ventures with rising deal values. With these encouraging milestones, India’s cybersecurity innovation ecosystem is poised to capitalize on the vast opportunities emerging in the global market.”

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