Bitcoin Tops Choice as 62% of Indian Women Eye Crypto Investments: CoinSwitch

A large share of women in India are thinking about investing in cryptocurrency over the next year, according to a survey released by CoinSwitch ahead of International Women’s Day.

The platform’s nationwide poll found that 62% of women respondents said they are very likely to invest in crypto within the next six to twelve months. Another 23% said they are somewhat likely to do so. Only a small group, about 3%, said they do not see themselves investing, as per the report exclusively shared with The Crypto Times.

The results point to a steady rise in interest among women who are exploring digital assets, often for the first time.

Millennials dominate participation

Women aged 25 to 34 made up the biggest share of respondents, accounting for 43%. Another 28% were in the 35 to 44 age group.

Taken together, more than seven out of ten participants were between 25 and 44 years old. That suggests the strongest interest is coming from millennials and mid-career professionals who are already active in financial markets.

Many prefer to invest independently

The survey indicates that a large number of women handle their crypto decisions themselves rather than depending on others.

About 57% of respondents said they decide on their investments independently. Around 18% said they usually discuss or take suggestions from friends or family members. Only a small portion, about 8%, said they turn to professional financial advisors before putting money into crypto.

Small allocations remain common

Even though interest in crypto is growing, a large number of the respondents said they are starting cautiously. Nearly 60% said they put less than 5% of their monthly income into cryptocurrency.

This shows that most investors currently see crypto as an additional investment rather than something they rely on as their main financial asset.

“Women in India are showing a growing interest in crypto, but what stands out is the thoughtful way many are approaching it. The survey indicates that women are gradually exploring digital assets as part of a diversified portfolio while actively seeking reliable information and education before investing,” said Balaji Srihari, VP- Business, CoinSwitch.

Crypto interest spreads beyond corporate jobs

Participation in the survey was not limited to office-going professionals. Private sector employees made up the biggest share of respondents at 34%.

Homemakers were the second-largest group in the survey, making up 28% of participants. This shows that interest in digital assets is not restricted to corporate professionals and is slowly expanding to people from different backgrounds.

Bitcoin remains the most familiar option

Among cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin appears to be the starting point for many respondents. About 56% said they would be comfortable investing in Bitcoin first, while 27% said they are more inclined toward altcoins.

The survey also pointed to education as an important factor in encouraging more women to explore crypto. Around 44% of respondents said access to beginner-friendly learning resources would make them feel more comfortable about investing. About 19% of the participants also said clearer regulations and 16% said easier-to-use platforms could help them get started.

Overall, the findings indicate that women in India are showing growing interest in crypto, but many are still moving cautiously and beginning with smaller investments.

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