Title: INDIA’S FIN TECH REVOLUTION: EMPOWERING ENTREPRENEURS, TRANSFORMING INVESTMENT AND REDEFINING CONSUMER FINANCE IN THE DIGITAL AGE
Author: Dr. Pradeep Kumar Jaluka
Abstract:

India’s Fin Tech sector, valued at USD 51.3 billion in 2026, has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing digital finance ecosystems, with an adoption rate of 87% — well above the global average. The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) alone processed over 8 billion transactions per month in 2025, while UPI accounted for over 80% of all retail digital payments in India in FY 2025–26. The Indian financial technology (Fin Tech) ecosystem has experienced exponential growth over the past decade, driven by government initiatives such as Digital India and Jan Dhan Yojana, widespread smartphone penetration and a young, digitally-native population. This study investigates the multifaceted influence of Fin Tech on India’s economy, with a specific focus on its differential impact across entrepreneurs, investors and consumers. Using a structured survey administered to 120 respondents across tier-1, tier-2 and tier-3 Indian cities, the study employs descriptive statistics, chi-square tests and regression analysis. Key findings reveal that Fin Tech adoption has significantly reduced transaction costs, improved access to institutional credit and democratised investment opportunities. However, cybersecurity concerns, digital literacy deficits and regulatory ambiguity remain substantial barriers. The study concludes with actionable policy recommendations for regulators, Fin Tech firms and financial institutions.

Keywords: Fin Tech, Digital Payments, Financial Inclusion, Digital Lending, Wealth Tech
DOI: https://doi.org/10.38193/IJRCMS.2026.8311
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Date of Publication: 20-05-2026
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Published Vol & Issue: Volume 8 Issue 3 May-June 2026