CoinSwitch has released its Q1 2026 report, “India’s Crypto Portfolio: How India Invests,” analysing trends from over 2.5 crore users, highlighting a clear shift towards a more mature crypto market in India.
While investors aged 26–35 continue to dominate participation at 48%, the fastest growth is now coming from the 35+ segment, including Gen X and older millennials. This demographic shift reflects increasing confidence in crypto as a long-term asset class, supported by greater financial awareness and evolving regulatory clarity.
Ashish Singhal, Co-founder, CoinSwitch, said: “What stands out this quarter is not just who is investing, but how. The rise of the 35+ segment, along with increased dip buying and strong long-term holding behaviour, reflects a clear move towards a more mature and disciplined market.”
Geographically, Uttar Pradesh (~12.9%) and Maharashtra (~12.3%) continue to lead crypto adoption. Bitcoin remains the cornerstone of investor portfolios, contributing 9.2% of allocations and 17.4% of total trades, reaffirming its position as a preferred long-term and trading asset. Meme coins such as Dogecoin and Shiba Inu also continue to see notable participation.
Investor behaviour highlights a structured approach, with peak trading activity observed between 10–11 PM, indicating participation beyond traditional market hours. Weekdays outperform weekends, suggesting planned investment routines rather than impulsive trading.
Long-term investing remains dominant, with 61.3% of users holding assets for over a year. Additionally, 28.3% engage in momentum trading, while 20.4% adopt dip-buying strategies, reflecting a balanced mix of investment approaches.
Regional trends show Karnataka favouring blue-chip assets, Bihar leaning towards small-cap investments, and Andhra Pradesh leading in female participation. Overall, Indian crypto portfolios are becoming more diversified and strategy-driven, signalling a more evolved investment landscape.
