India Sports Apparel Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (T-Shirts, Track Pants & Tights, and Sport Vests), By End User (Men, Women, and Kids), By Distribution Channel (Offline and Online), and India Sports Apparel Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

India Sports Apparel Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The India Sports Apparel Market Size Was Estimated at USD 557.4 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 9.2% from 2025 to 2035
• The India Sports Apparel Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1480.7 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The India Sports Apparel Market Size is anticipated to Reach USD 1480.7 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 9.2% from 2025 to 2035. The sport apparel market in India is driven by increased fitness awareness and e-commerce, along with ethical sourcing and sustainable practices.

Market Overview

India's sports apparel market is experiencing significant growth as a result of changes in lifestyle and urbanisation. Sport apparel refers to clothing and related accessories used particularly for athletic activities, workouts, and outdoor activities. Depending on the need, they offer comfort, performance, and safety to the user. It includes various kinds of bodywear and is available in various colours, designs, and prices. The integration of fashion with functionality has remarkably helped the market gain popularity.

Consumers are actively involved in fitness and sports activities, which is boosting demand for such sports apparel, mostly in tier-1 & tier-2 cities. Rising influence from social media influencers, sports leagues, and star athletes has led the population to turn to sports apparel.  Moreover, lightness, easy washing, and adoption in all categories of both genders for daily use have also supported the market growth.

Sports promotion and its infrastructural support from the government, and investment from the MNCs into sports and their apparel have put the market to harness current and future opportunities. Continuous innovation by the brands and domestic manufacturers in fabrics and designs is keeping customers engaged.

Report Coverage

This research report categorises the India sports apparel market based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the India sports apparel market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition, have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the India sports apparel market.

Driving Factors

The main drivers of India sports apparel market are increased fitness awareness and e-commerce. The Indian population has become more aware and concerned about health and fitness, particularly in the post-COVID-19 era, and they are increasingly investing in sports and fitness activities, such as yoga, gyms, workouts, and public fitness events, so as in sports apparel. Most of the sports and fitness activities demand certain types of sports apparel allows sports and fitness activities to be completed appropriately without any issues. Additional accessories such as wearable devices, mobile fitness apps, and customised pockets and bags have further led tom surge in the market.

The entry of e-commerce in sports apparel has totally transformed the industry, which has helped both buyers and sellers. Easy availability of the best, new, limited-edition products, discounts, and offers from the brands has led consumers to shop from e-commerce sites. Price comparison, product review reading and customer insights for the brands have further impacted the shopping experience. Furthermore, increasing awareness about sustainability and ethical production of apparel has led consumers to purchase products produced from ethical materials and sustainable practices.

Restraining Factors

The India sports apparel market is hindered by price sensitivity and duplication. Indian consumers residing in tier-3 cities and rural area is sensitive to the price and have lower disposable income, so purchasing original, high-quality, and branded sportswear is difficult. The urban population is more fascinated by brands and premium products of sports apparel. Since original and premium products are expensive, their first copy products are highly available in the market, which restrains the penetration of the real ones.

Market Segmentation

The India sports apparel market share is classified into product type, end user, and distribution channel.

• The T-shirts segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The India sports apparel market is segmented by product type into T-shirts, track pants & tights, and sports vests. Among these, the t-shirts segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to the T-shirt's versatility to wear, such as during gym, workout, outdoors, as well as casually in day-to-day life. It's less costly, more available, and has different designs, which helps it penetrate different consumer markets.  Further, promotion of t-shirts through brands and sports personalities increases their demand.

• The men segment dominated the share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. 

The India sports apparel market is segmented by end user into men, women, and kids. Among these, the men segment dominated the share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The main reason for this is established clothing preference, brand loyalty, and product versatility to cater to various sport’s needs. Moreover, high marketing with men in focus and product promotion further fuels its growth.

• The offline segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The India sports apparel market is segmented by distribution channel into offline and online. Among these, the offline segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The reason behind this is that the offline stores provide consumers with an opportunity to check and verify the product for proper fitness and fabrics. Additionally, the presence of various retail and branded stores in the urban area and price discounts through various offers promotes its sales.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organisations/companies involved within the Indian sports apparel market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• HRX
• Shiv-Naresh
• Nivia Sports
• Alcis Sports
• Aguante
• Tyka
• Wildcraft
• Cosco Sports
• Aeractive
• PlayR

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments:

• In June 2025, Aeractive launched its first new activewear range in India for intense training and daily workouts for both men and women. It includes leggings, tanks, T-shirts, shorts and track pants.

• In July 2024, PlayR introduced a new series of sports apparel with focusing of maximum comfort and performance. It includes T-shirts, jackets, shorts, lower, and tracksuits.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the India, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the India sports apparel market based on the below-mentioned segments:

India Sport Apparel Market, By Product Type

• T-Shirts
• Track Pants & Tights
•  Sport Vests

India Sport Apparel Market, By End User

• Men
• Women
• Kids

India Sport Apparel Market, By Distribution Channel

• Offline
• Online