India CNG Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2024 - 2029)

The CNG market in India is expected to be driven by suitable government policies and increased demand for CNG-based vehicles.

India CNG Market Size

India CNG Market Summary
Study Period 2020 - 2029
Base Year For Estimation 2023
Forecast Data Period 2024 - 2029
Historical Data Period 2020 - 2022
CAGR 3.00 %
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

India CNG Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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India CNG Market Analysis

India's CNG market is expected to register a CAGR of more than 3% during the forecast period. In 2021, Covid-19 affected the country, and the government placed strict lockdown, drastically impacting the CNG market. The market witnessed a decline due to lower demand for CNG from the transportation industry. Furthermore, due to international restriction supply of CNG was also affected. Factors such as supportive government policies and subsidies provided by the government are likely to propel the demand for CNG in the forecast period. The rising cost of CNG is anticipated to restrain the solar inverters market during the forecast period.

  • Increased electric vehicle adoption is expected to restrain the CNG market in India during the forecast period.
  • Rising investment in Bio CNG is expected to create immense opportunities for the CNG market in the near future as the government plans to invest around INR 200 billion in bio CNG plants in the next few years.
  • In the last couple of years, there has been a growing awareness regarding protecting the environment; thus, individuals are shifting towards CNG as a transportation fuel to reduce the emission of harmful gases. Therefore this ever-increasing awareness is expected to drive the market.

India CNG Market Trends

This section covers the major market trends shaping the India CNG Market according to our research experts:

Increased Electric Vehicle Adoption is Expected to Restrain Market

  • CNG vehicles have significantly lower operating costs than diesel and petrol vehicles. However, during the last couple of years, there has been a rise in CNG prices in India. With increased awareness about the environmental effects of diesel and petrol vehicles, India's demand for alternate fuels such as CNG, LPG and EV is rising.
  • In the last couple of years, there has been a significant rise in EV vehicles in India; according to the International Energy Agency, in 2012, Inda had a stock of EV cars of about 2,800 units, which increased to about 23,000 units in 2021. The number of EV vehicles is expected to grow in India due to supportive government policies and various subsidies provided to vehicle manufacturers and consumers.
  • Furthermore, the government of India aims to achieve EV sales penetration in commercial cars by 70%, 30% for passenger cars, 40% for buses and 80% for two and three-wheelers. This plan is in line with the goal of the government of India to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2070. Uttar Pradesh held the highest share in EV sales in India; there were more than 66,704 EVs sold in 2021, followed by Karnataka with 33,302 units sales and Tamil Nadu with 30,036 units.
  • Moreover, according to the Ministry of Heavy Industries, more than 0.52 million EVs were registered in India in the last three years. The EV market witnessed a significant surge in demand after the oil and gas price hike due to Rusiaa- the Ukrain war.
  • Various companies are investing in EV manufacturing in India; for instance, Kia Motors plans to manufacture small SUV EVs in India by 2025. with this plant, the company aims o supply SUVs globally.
  • This development and increased EV adoption in India is anticipated to hinder the growth of CNG vehicles, which is expected to affect the CNG market in the forecast period negatively.
India CNG Market : EV Car Stock, In Unit, India, 2012-2021

Supportive Government Policies and Initiatives are Expected to Drive the Market

  • Due to various government policies, the demand for natural gas has increased in India in the last decade; for instance, the consumption of natural gas was 62.2 billion cubic metres in 2021, which is 3.1% higher than in 2020 (60.5 billion cubic metres).
  • Furthermore, rising fuel prices have accelerated demand for CNG vehicles in India. Moreover, various state governments are in the process of banning diesel-based vehicles in the seat; for instance, the Delhi government has banned diesel vehicles from entry into the state in the near future.
  • The Indian government aims to develop the infrastructure for CNG-based vehicles in all states, promoting the CNG market in the country during the forecast period.
  • For instance, in July 2022, according to the Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas & Housing and Urban Affairs, In India there, about 900 CNG fuel stations were present in 2014, and in 2021 the number of CNG stations has crossed 4500. It is expected to reach 8,000 by 2024, and the number is expected to touch 10,000 by 2030
  • These developments are anticipated to boost the consumption of CNG in India during the forecast period.
India CNG Market: Natural Gas Consumption, In Billion Cubic Meters, India, 2012-2022

India CNG Industry Overview

India CNG market is moderately fragmented. Some of the key players in the market include Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited, AG&P, Gujarat Gas Ltd, and MGL.

India CNG Market Leaders

  1. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited

  2. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited

  3. AG&P

  4. Gujarat Gas Ltd

  5. MGL

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

India CNG Market Concentration
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India CNG Market News

  • In July 2022, CNG companies increased the price of CNG fuel by Rs 4 per kg in Mumbai, the 10th increase over 18 months. Furthermore, since February 2021, CNG's price has risen by 62%. In February 2021, the CNG prices were Rs 49.40 per kg and reached Rs 80 per kg in July 2022.
  • In July 2022, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas & Housing and Urban Affairs commissioned 166 CNG stations. GAIL (India) Limited has set up these fueling stations and nine of City Gas Distribution companies in 41 Areas across 14 states.

India CNG Market Report - Table of Contents

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    1. 1.1 Scope of Study

    2. 1.2 Market Definition

    3. 1.3 Study Assumptions

  2. 2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  3. 3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

  4. 4. MARKET OVERVIEW

    1. 4.1 Introduction

    2. 4.2 Market Size and Demand Forecast in USD million, till 2025

    3. 4.3 Recent Trends and Developments

    4. 4.4 Government Policies and Regulations

    5. 4.5 Market Dynamics

      1. 4.5.1 Drivers

      2. 4.5.2 Restraints

    6. 4.6 Supply Chain Analysis

    7. 4.7 PESTLE Analysis

  5. 5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

    1. 5.1 Application

      1. 5.1.1 Light Passenger Vehicles

      2. 5.1.2 Medium/Heavy Duty Vehicles

      3. 5.1.3 Others

  6. 6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

    1. 6.1 Mergers & Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements

    2. 6.2 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players

    3. 6.3 Company Profiles

      1. 6.3.1 Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited

      2. 6.3.2 Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited

      3. 6.3.3 AG&P

      4. 6.3.4 Gujarat Gas Ltd

      5. 6.3.5 MGL

      6. 6.3.6 Adani Group

      7. 6.3.7 THINK Gas Distribution Pvt. Ltd

      8. 6.3.8 Central U.P. Gas Limited

      9. 6.3.9 GAIL (India) Limited

  7. 7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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The India CNG Market is projected to register a CAGR of 3% during the forecast period (2024-2029)

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited, AG&P, Gujarat Gas Ltd and MGL are the major companies operating in the India CNG Market.

The report covers the India CNG Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the India CNG Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.

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India CNG Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2024 - 2029)