The total number of scientific publications in biotechnology in India saw significant fluctuation from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, the number stood at 1150 publications. Over the last two years, there was moderate growth, with a year-on-year increase of 3.79% in 2023 and 1.15% in 2022. Looking at the 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2018 to 2023, it was slightly negative at -0.5%, indicating a stagnation in growth despite interim highs and lows.

Forecasts indicate a steady increase in publications, with an average annual growth rate of 2.59% expected over the next five years until 2028. By then, the number of publications is projected to reach 1360, reflecting a 13.62% growth from 2023.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased government funding and policy support for biotechnology research could boost publication rates.
The emergence of new biotech startups and innovations may drive higher research output.
International collaborations and digital platforms for research dissemination could further propel growth in publication numbers.