Inflation Rate in India increased to 3.21 percent in February from 2.74 percent in January of 2026. This dataset provides - India Inflation Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

The statistic shows the inflation rate in India from 1987 to 2024, with projections up until 2030. The inflation rate is calculated using the price increase of a defined product basket. This product basket contains products and services, on which the average consumer spends money throughout the year. They include expenses for groceries, clothes, rent, power, telecommunications, recreational activities and raw materials (e.g. gas, oil), as well as federal fees and taxes. In 2024, the inflation rate in India was around 4.67 percent compared to the previous year. See figures on India's economic growth for additional information. India's inflation rate and economy Inflation is generally defined as the increase of prices of goods and services over a certain period of time, as opposed to deflation, which describes a decrease of these prices. Inflation is a significant economic indicator for a country. The inflation rate is the rate at which the general rise in the level of prices, goods and services in an economy occurs and how it affects the cost of living of those living in a particular country. It influences the interest rates paid on savings and mortgage rates but also has a bearing on levels of state pensions and benefits received. A 4 percent increase in the rate of inflation in 2011 for example would mean an individual would need to spend 4 percent more on the goods he was purchasing than he would have done in 2010. India’s inflation rate has been on the rise over the last decade. However, it has been decreasing slightly since 2010. India’s economy, however, has been doing quite well, with its GDP increasing steadily for years, and its national debt decreasing. The budget balance in relation to GDP is not looking too good, with the state deficit amounting to more than 9 percent of GDP.

The statistic shows the inflation rate in India from December 2022 to December 2024. The term inflation means the devaluation of money caused by a permanent increase of the price level for products (consumer goods, investment goods). The Consumer Price Index shows the price development for private expenses and shows the current level of inflation when increasing. In December 2024, the inflation rate in India was at about **** percent compared to the same month of the previous year.

Inflation, consumer prices (annual %) in India was reported at 4.953 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. India - Inflation, consumer prices (annual %) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on February of 2026.

Monthly updated dataset showing India's national and state-wise CPI inflation trends. Includes overall inflation, sector-wise CPI, and state-wise figures, based on data from the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI).

Historical dataset showing India inflation rate by year from 1960 to 2024.

Cost of food in India increased 3.47 percent in February of 2026 over the same month in the previous year. This dataset provides - India Food Inflation - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

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As of July 2025, consumer price index (CPI) inflation in India eased to **** percent from *** percent in the corresponding month last year. This marked an eight-year low and lower than the Reserve Bank of India's tolerance band. CPI is the main measure of inflation in India.

The Consumer Price Index in India increased 0.11 percent in February of 2026 over the previous month. This dataset provides - India Inflation Rate MoM- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

India IN: Consumer Price Index (CPI): YoY data was reported at 3.957 % in 2027. This records an increase from the previous number of 3.437 % for 2026. India IN: Consumer Price Index (CPI): YoY data is updated yearly, averaging 9.192 % from Dec 1990 (Median) to 2027, with 38 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 13.399 % in 1991 and a record low of 1.916 % in 2025. India IN: Consumer Price Index (CPI): YoY data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The data is categorized under Global Database’s India – Table IN.OECD.EO: Consumer and Wholesale Price Index: Forecast: Non OECD Member: Annual. CPI_YTYPCT- Headline inflation The CPI year-on-year changes is a measure of inflation

The All India Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a measure of the average price changes of a basket of goods and services consumed by households in India. It is used to track inflation and assess changes in the cost of living over time.

The All India CPI is an aggregate index that combines the individual group indices to provide an overall measure of inflation for the entire country. It is typically reported on a monthly basis, reflecting the changes in prices compared to a designated base year. The base year is periodically revised to ensure the index remains relevant and reflective of current consumption patterns.

By tracking the All India CPI, policymakers, economists, and the general public can monitor the rate of inflation and make informed decisions related to economic policies, wage adjustments, investment strategies, and budgeting.

The dataset contains year and state-wise average inflation (CPI) - general, food and beverages, fuel and light, and housing (urban)

Note: General: 1. Data for Arunachal Pradesh is not available. 2. For calculating State-wise Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation in 2020-21 the average CPI Index for ten months has been taken due to unavailability of CPI data for the months of April and May 2020. 3. Figures for Jammu & Kashmir from October 2019 pertain to combined Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (erstwhile State of Jammu & Kashmir) 4. For 2021-22, annual inflation for all states is calculated using data from June-2021 to March-2022, and for All-India, it is calculated using April-2021 to March-2022 data

Food and Beverages, Housing (Urban), Fuel and Light: 1. Data for Arunachal Pradesh is not available. 2. For 2019-20, annual inflation for all states is calculated using data from April-2019 to February-2020, and for All-India, it is calculated using April-2019 to March-2020 data. 3. For calculating State-wise CPI inflation in 2020-21 the average CPI for eight months has been taken due to unavailability of CPI data for the period April-July 2020. 4. Figures for Jammu & Kashmir from October 2019 pertain to combined Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh(erstwhile State of Jammu & Kashmir) 5. For 2021-22, annual inflation for all states is calculated using data from June-2021 to March-2022, and for All-India, it is calculated using April-2021 to March-2022 data.

Data and expert analysis on CPI-based consumer and CFPI-based food inflation in India and in each state, including comparison with global peers.

Key information about India Core CPI Change

• India Core CPI Change was reported at 3.409 % in Feb 2026.
• This records an increase from the previous number of 3.377 % for Jan 2026.
• India Core CPI Change data is updated monthly, averaging 5.362 % from Jan 2012 to Feb 2026, with 170 observations.
• The data reached an all-time high of 10.350 % in Jan 2012 and a record low of 3.117 % in May 2024.
• India Core CPI Change data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by CEIC Data.
• The data is categorized under World Trend Plus’s Global Economic Monitor – Table: Core CPI: Y-o-Y Growth: Monthly.

CEIC calculates Core Consumer Price Index Growth from monthly Core Consumer Price Index. The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation provides Core Consumer Price Index with base 2024=100. Core Consumer Price Index Growth prior to January 2026 is calculated Core Consumer Price Index with base 2012=100.

India: Inflation forecast: The latest value from 2030 is 4 percent, unchanged from 4 percent in 2029. In comparison, the world average is 3.65 percent, based on data from 182 countries. Historically, the average for India from 1980 to 2030 is 6.92 percent. The minimum value, 2.47 percent, was reached in 2018 while the maximum of 15.02 percent was recorded in 1990.

The inflation rate for both Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America and the Caribbean reached more than 12 percent in 2023. Among the provided continents or regions, Asia and the Pacific had the lowest inflation rate that year. Consumer prices increased around the world following the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Inflation and food security Increases in food costs are one of the most prominent impacts of inflation globally. In the United Kingdom, for example, consumers have indicated that they have worried more about food costs in 2023 than in previous years. Meanwhile, in Canada, only a small fraction of survey respondents have said that inflation has had little impact on household food costs. Consumers have responded to rising food costs through various coping mechanisms. For example, Italian consumers have indicated that they purchase less unnecessary products, cut down on waste, and buy more discounted items in order to save costs. Changing consumer behvaiors Outside of food consumption, consumers have changed their purchasing behaviors with other types of goods and services. Surveying has indicated that nearly 60 percent of consumers have adjusted their shopping habits due to inflation. When holiday shopping in 2023, over 50 percent of Americans and over one third of British consumers said inflation had considerable impact on their holiday shopping. By generation, the Millenial generation has suffered the most due to rising inflation, while older generations have experienced less serious impacts.

CPI Inflation Projection: Annual data was reported at 2.100 % in 2026. This records a decrease from the previous number of 4.800 % for 2025. CPI Inflation Projection: Annual data is updated yearly, averaging 5.400 % from Mar 2022 (Median) to 2026, with 5 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 6.500 % in 2023 and a record low of 2.100 % in 2026. CPI Inflation Projection: Annual data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Reserve Bank of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Inflation – Table IN.IA: RBI Monetary Policy Statement: Inflation Projection.

India’s central bank policy rate was reduced three times in 2025, bringing the rate to 5.25 percent by December 2025. These cuts reflected a gradual shift toward monetary easing as inflationary pressures moderated. The 2025 reductions followed a period of sharp tightening between April 2022 and February 2023, when the policy rate was raised significantly from 4.0 percent to 6.5 percent in response to elevated inflation.

Inflation Expectations in India increased to 8.60 percent in January from 8 percent in November of 2025. This dataset provides - India Households Inflation Expectations- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.