In 2023, the number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in Music in India stood at 0.39. From 2024 to 2028, the value exhibits a stable yet minimal increase, starting at 0.4 in 2024 and reaching 0.41 by 2026, remaining constant through 2028. This indicates a year-on-year growth of 0% from 2024 to 2025, and an increase of 2.5% for 2026. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is estimated at approximately 0.5%.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential increase in collaborative research projects within and outside India.
Growing interest in interdisciplinary studies linking music with technology and science.
Impact of increased funding on the Indian music research domain.