From smartphones delivered in 3 minutes to festival gifts and daily essentials arriving at record speed, India’s shopping behaviour is undergoing a fundamental shift. Instamart’s 2025 analysis shows quick commerce evolving beyond emergency buys into a full-stack marketplace, powering everything from gadget launches to routine grocery runs.
The data also reflects changing consumer attitudes, where shoppers not only bought essentials but also tipped delivery partners generously, underscoring how speed,
convenience, and appreciation now define urban Indian shopping.
This infographic breaks down the record-setting orders, fastest deliveries, tipping trends, and city-wise growth that shaped how India Instamarted in 2025.
Wrapping Up
Year 2025 marked a defining shift in how India shops. What began as a solution for quick top-ups has evolved into a trusted, everyday marketplace, powering everything from
midnight snack cravings and daily essentials to festive gifting and high-value purchases.
Across Tier-I metros and fast-growing Tier-II cities, convenience is no longer optional; it is expected. Because in India, every cart tells a story, and in 2025, those stories were fast, flavourful, and
undeniably Insta-worthy.
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