In 2023, the number of scientific publications in Chemical Engineering in India stood at approximately 17.8 thousand. Forecasted data suggests a steady upward trend in this sector, with publications expected to increase from 18.6 thousand in 2024 to 21.96 thousand by 2028. The year-on-year growth rate illustrates an average annual increase of around 4%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 4.18%, highlighting consistent growth within the field.

Looking ahead, several trends merit attention:

The emphasis on sustainable chemical processes may lead to increased collaboration between academia and industry, stimulating more research output.
Government initiatives to enhance R&D capabilities and funding in the STEM fields may further augment publication rates.
Technological advancements such as AI and machine learning applied to chemical engineering challenges could spur further research and publications.