In 2023, India had 62.5 top-cited scientific publications in aerospace engineering. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady increase, reaching 80.24 publications by 2028. Year-on-year growth percentages reveal a consistent upward trajectory: 5.5% in 2025, 5.2% in 2026, 4.9% in 2027, and 4.7% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately 5.0%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of increased research funding and international collaborations.
The influence of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and materials science, on publication outputs.
Greater participation and contribution to global aerospace advancements from Indian institutions.