CoinDCX Report Says India Sees Rising Women Crypto Investors with 116.8% Surge

• Women crypto investors in India grew 116.8%, now accounting for over 15% of the total investor base, according to CoinDCX
• They hold an average of four cryptos, mixing top assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum with Solana, Polygon, and XRP.

As more women enter the Indian cryptocurrency market, the overall crypto picture has evolved significantly. According to the most recent CoinDCX report published on March 6, the number of female investors rose by 116.8% in the most recent yearly growth cycle, which reflects increasing participation across both metro and non-metro regions, between 2023 and 2025, from 1:7 to 1:6. 

The report revealed, “Women now account for over 15% of the total investor base, highlighting a steady shift toward greater financial participation in digital assets.” Also, the data clearly mentioned that the preference for Bitcoin and Ethereum, along with broad exposure to assets like Solana, Polygon, and XRP. Also, women owned an average of four tokens in their portfolio that include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, Cardano, XRP, Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, and Avalanche.

Expands Beyond Major Cities

Also, the report stated that participation is spreading geographically outside of established financial centers. While nearly 50% of female investors are found in Tier I cities, over 40% currently participate from Tier II and non-metropolitan areas, indicating greater financial inclusion through digital-first investing platforms.

While the report found that major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata have the highest levels of participation in India, and developing cities like Bhubaneswar, Vadodara, and Kochi are also witnessing an increase in the use of cryptocurrencies. These patterns are based on true accounts of women who prioritize confidence and financial freedom over hesitancy.

The report concludes that women from a variety of backgrounds and cities are embracing the cryptocurrency market because they want financial ownership rather than just possible profits. Many begin with modest investments and an emphasis on education, but the true change is psychological as they become active decision-makers rather than merely passive participants in financial conversations.