India leads global ChatGPT usage, surpasses US
India has emerged as the largest user base for ChatGPT, overtaking the United States in monthly active users, according to a new AI trends report. The country now accounts for 13.5% of global ChatGPT users, surpassing the U.S. (8.9%) and Indonesia (5.7%). The findings, part of Mary Meeker's AI Trends Report, highlight India's growing adoption of AI-powered tools. The report also ranks India third globally in usage of the DeepSeek mobile app, trailing China (33.9%) and Russia (9.2%).
India tops the list of monthly active users on ChatGPT
As of April 2025, the report highlights that India accounts for a remarkable 13.5% of global monthly active users for ChatGPT, positioning it at the top of the list. This figure places India significantly ahead of the United States, which stands at 8.9%, and Germany, at 3%. The data points to a burgeoning interest and integration of AI tools within the Indian populace.
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Beyond ChatGPT, India's robust adoption of AI is further evidenced by its ranking in other
generative AI platforms
. The country holds the third position globally in the usage of the DeepSeek mobile app, contributing 6.9% of its global monthly active users. China leads DeepSeek usage with 33.9%, followed by Russia at 9.2%.
The report underscores the battle between open and closed AI models, with India and China emerging as key players in shaping AI's future. As AI-powered platforms continue to evolve, India's leadership in ChatGPT usage signals a shift in global AI engagement, reinforcing the country's position as a major technology hub.
With AI adoption accelerating, India's role in shaping AI-driven innovation is expected to grow, influencing both policy discussions and industry advancements worldwide.
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