Rabat – Interest in cryptocurrency is rising among women in India, with many saying they are considering entering the market within the next year, according to a recent survey by crypto investment platform CoinSwitch.
The survey gathered responses from around 1,000 women across the country and found that a large share of them are open to investing in digital assets. About 62% of respondents said they are very likely to invest in cryptocurrency within the next six to twelve months.
Another 23% said they are somewhat likely to do so. Together, the numbers show that a strong majority of the women surveyed are thinking about stepping into the crypto market.
For many of them, Bitcoin is the most familiar place to start. The survey found that 56% of respondents said they feel most comfortable investing in Bitcoin compared with other cryptocurrencies.
Alternative digital coins attracted less interest. Around 27% said they would consider starting with altcoins instead.
Age also plays a role in the growing curiosity around digital assets. The survey shows that women between 25 and 34 years old made up the largest group of respondents, accounting for 43%.
Another 28% were between 35 and 44 years old. In other words, most of the women who took part in the survey are in the early or middle stages of their careers.
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When it comes to making investment decisions, many respondents said they rely on their own judgment. Around 57% said they decide independently where and how to invest their money.
Some said they turn to friends or family members for advice, while a smaller group reported seeking guidance from professional financial advisors.
Even with growing interest in crypto, most participants said they plan to approach it carefully. Nearly 60% of respondents said they would invest less than five% of their monthly income in cryptocurrency. This suggests that many see crypto as a small addition to their overall investments rather than the main focus of their financial plans.
The women who responded to the survey come from different backgrounds and professions. Private sector employees represented the largest share, making up about 34% of respondents. Homemakers formed the second largest group at 28%. Others included students, entrepreneurs and women working in different professional fields.
Many respondents also pointed to the need for better information and easier explanations about how cryptocurrency works. Some said that simple educational resources and beginner friendly guidance would make them feel more confident about investing in digital assets.
The survey reflects a broader shift in how cryptocurrency is being discussed among new groups of investors in India. While caution remains a common theme, the findings suggest that more women are becoming curious about the market and are considering taking their first steps into crypto in the months ahead.