International Research Journal of Education and Technology

This research explores the changing dynamics of the Internet of Things (IoT) in India, its growth pattern, dominant challenges, and  future opportunities.

In the last ten years, India has seen significant growth in IoT adoption, completely swift into  digitalization, rising smartphone and internet penetration, and government programs like Digital India  and  Smart Cities Mission. The IoT ecosystem has grown across industries like agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and smart infrastructure. Startups and large businesses are driving innovation in this area, by rising investments and policy changes.

In spite of this advancement.

On the other hand India has facing challenges in grasping IoT potentiality. The major issues are poor infrastructure, lack of standardization and compatibility  of IoT devices, cybersecurity issues, and a lack of skilled personnel. Moreover, data privacy laws and Lack of internet connectivity in rural areas remained as an  obstacle for widespread adoption of IoT.

In the future, the future of IoT in India looks realistic, with the market likely to grow exponentially. Advances in 5G, edge computing, and AI-based integration will further drive IoT applications. With sustained policy support, capacity building, and investment in research and development, India stands to become a hub of IoT innovation and deployment globally.