Double-Digit Growth Forecast for India’s 1.5T MRI Systems Sector

Bharat’s 1.5T magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) market is clearly headed for strong growth over the next decade, as healthcare providers seek to enhance diagnostic precision, improve workflow efficiency, and expand access to high-quality imaging services across urban and regional centers.

Consequently, India’s 1.5T MRI systems market is expected to balloon approximately 11% annually through 2036, according to GlobalData. The company’s latest report, “Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Systems Market Size by Segments, Share, Regulatory, Reimbursement, Installed Base and Forecast to 2036,” indicates that India accounted for nearly 22% of the Asia-Pacific (APAC) MRI systems sector last year.

“The expanding adoption of 1.5T MRI systems in India is driven by the need for reliable, cost-effective diagnostic imaging solutions that support clinicians in managing neurological, musculoskeletal, and oncological conditions,” GlobalData Medical Devices Analyst Sarvesh Kumar said. “As diagnostic facilities upgrade equipment and incorporate innovations such as AI-assisted imaging workflows, trust in advanced MRI technology is expected to grow further over the forecast period.”

Within this evolving market landscape, domestic innovation in MRI and related imaging technologies is gaining significant traction. Wipro GE Healthcare unveiled SIGNA Prime Elite, a made-in-India, AI-powered magnetic resonance (MR) imaging system earlier this year. The system combines advanced imaging intelligence with a patient-centric design to deliver faster, more comfortable scans and improved diagnostic confidence. 

SIGNA Prime Elite leverages deep-learning-based workflow tools such as AI-enabled coil selection and image reconstruction to streamline procedures and reduce scan times, reportedly achieving up to a 37% reduction in table time compared with conventional scanners, while features like blanket-style coils and a wider bore enhance patient comfort. Manufactured at Wipro GE Healthcare’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) facility in India, the solution reflects the maturation of the country’s medtech manufacturing ecosystem. 

“The outlook for India’s 1.5T MRI systems market remains robust as both clinical demand and technological innovation continue to rise,” Kumar said. “Locally manufactured, AI-enabled solutions that deliver high performance, ease of use, and improved patient experience are likely to accelerate adoption across radiology departments and imaging centres, creating sustained opportunities for manufacturers and healthcare providers alike.”

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