India’s Top 10 Busiest Seaports by Cargo Tonnage in 2025
India’s maritime sector achieved an important milestone in the financial year 2024-25. The country’s major ports handled a total of 855 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo, a 4.3% increase from the previous year’s 819 MMT. This reflects ongoing growth and the crucial role these ports play in supporting India’s economy and global trade.
Over the past decade, India’s major ports have experienced sustained growth driven by rising trade, improved infrastructure, and efficient logistics. In 2025, the top five ports contributed nearly 63% of all cargo handled, indicating their dominance and significance.
Below is a comprehensive table summarizing the cargo volumes handled by the top 10 major ports in June 2025:
| Rank | Port Name (Authority) | Location (State) | Cargo Handled in June 2025 (MMT) | Cargo Handled in June 2024 (MMT) | Growth (MMT) | Share of Total Cargo (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paradip Port Authority (PPA) | Paradip, Odisha | 13.14 | 12.96 | 0.18 | 18.04 |
| 2 | Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) | Kandla, Gujarat | 12.03 | 11.55 | 0.48 | 16.51 |
| 3 | Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) | Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra | 7.56 | 7.40 | 0.16 | ~10 |
| 4 | Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh | 7.33 | 6.98 | 0.35 | ~10 |
| 5 | Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMP Kolkata) | Kolkata, West Bengal | 5.93 | 5.35 | 0.58 | ~7 |
| 6 | Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA) | Mumbai, Maharashtra | 5.68 | 4.97 | 0.71 | ~7 |
| 7 | Chennai Port Authority (ChPA) | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | 5.08 | 4.25 | 0.83 | ~6 |
| 8 | Kamarajar Port Limited (KAM) | Ennore, Tamil Nadu | 4.41 | 4.09 | 0.32 | ~5 |
| 9 | V. O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOC) | Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu | 3.57 | 3.40 | 0.17 | ~4 |
| 10 | Cochin Port Authority (CPA) | Kochi, Kerala | 3.40 | 3.33 | 0.07 | ~4 |
MMT = Million Metric Tonnes; percentages approx.
Paradip Port is India’s top cargo handler with 13.14 MMT. Its east-coast location makes it vital for raw materials like coal and iron ore, supporting manufacturing and energy industries.
Kandla Port processed 12.03 MMT of cargo, known for handling bulk and liquid cargo. It is a critical gateway for exports from north-western India.
In June 2025, JNPA handled 7.56 MMT. As India’s largest container port, it connects Indian goods to Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
Visakhapatnam Port managed 7.33 MMT. It services local industries such as steel, fertilizers, and seafood, supporting both bulk and container cargo.
Kolkata Port handled 5.93 MMT. It serves eastern India, trading in dry bulk, chemicals, and cereals, and is unique for its inland river location.
Mumbai Port processed 5.68 MMT, handling bulk cargo and petroleum products for urban and industrial Maharashtra.
Chennai Port handled 5.08 MMT, specializing in automobiles and machinery. It’s crucial for Southern India’s exports and imports.
Kamarajar (Ennore) Port moved 4.41 MMT, focusing on bulk cargo including coal and iron ore, vital for regional heavy industries.
VOC Port handled 3.57 MMT. It’s important for mineral and fertilizer exports from southern Tamil Nadu.
Cochin Port managed 3.4 MMT. It is Kerala’s maritime gateway, known for its container terminal and seafood exports.
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