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.

Beyond ChatGPT

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.