According to a joint report by Deloitte-DSCI, the Indian digital forensics market is expected to grow more than three times the global average, reaching USD 13.9 billion (Rs 11,829 trillion) by 2029-30. According to the report, the Indian digital forensics market will grow at a combined annual growth rate (CAGR) of 40%.
The digital forensics market refers to the collection and analysis of digital evidence for legal or research purposes.
The rise of the forensic market shows the crucial importance of India’s digital crime and cybersecurity preparation approach, according to the report.
Mobile forensics currently dominates the sector, accounting for around 51% of the market resulting from the boom in smartphone use, digital payments and mobile-centric cybercrime.
With 81% of demand coming from the public sector, particularly law enforcement, the report highlights the growing reliance on forensic technology to combat sophisticated digital threats.
“As India’s digital economy rapidly expands, the scale and complexity of cyber threats will also expand. In this evolving landscape, digital forensics have shifted to strategic capabilities, from financial fraud and data breaches to sophisticated cross-border attacks.”
“The increased demand in the public sector and participation in the emerging private sector could shape a globally competitive forensic industry. While witnessing the maturation of the cybersecurity industry’s ecosystem, the digital forensic industry needs to be emulated as well.”
The report recommended a strategic roadmap centered on improving Indigenous R&D (R&D). R&D, according to the report, is important to reduce import dependence. The expansion of education and accreditation programs fills the forecast shortfall of 90,000 forensic experts.
The report also recommended modernization of national infrastructure with advanced labs and regional centres of excellence.
Strengthening public-private partnerships, streamlining procurement and introducing unified regulatory standards are important to improve cross-border investigative capabilities and digital crime response, the report recommends.
