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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Arts in India

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Arts in India

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Click-through-rate benchmarks: Arts in India vs global

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Arts and target country India compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Key takeaways

  • Across Oct 2024–Jul 2025, Arts in India ran below market on average (1.25 vs 1.75), but surged well above market in June–July.
  • Clear seasonal softening from October through February, followed by a spring recovery and an exceptional early-summer spike.
  • Volatility was very low through May, then jumped sharply with two consecutive surges in June and July.

Selected time series (Arts, India): levels and volatility

  • Average and range: Average click-through-rate (CTR) was 1.251. The low was 0.060 (Feb 2025) and the high was 7.813 (Jul 2025), a wide range driven by late-period spikes.
  • Trend: CTR declined steadily from Oct 2024 (0.141) to Feb 2025 (0.060), recovered modestly in Mar–May (0.082 to 0.094), then spiked in Jun (3.990) and again in Jul (7.813).
  • First-to-last change: +5,430% from Oct 2024 to Jul 2025, reflecting the July peak.
  • Volatility:
  • Through May: very stable, with an average absolute month-to-month move of ~0.016 points.
  • Overall: average absolute month-to-month change of ~0.87 points, dominated by the June (+3.90) and July (+3.82) jumps.

Global baseline: context and seasonality

  • Average and range (Oct 2024–Jul 2025): Average CTR 1.754; low 1.674 (Feb 2025); high 1.902 (Jul 2025).
  • Trend: Mild softening into early Q1, then a steady climb into summer.
  • First-to-last change: +7.95% (Oct 2024 to Jul 2025).
  • Volatility: Low and consistent, with an average absolute month-to-month move of ~0.041 points.

Comparative view: Arts in India vs global

  • Average positioning: Arts in India averaged ~28.6% below the global baseline across the shared months.
  • Through May specifically: 0.089 vs 1.725 on average, about 95% below the global trend.
  • Peak months above market:
  • Jun 2025: 3.990 vs 1.837 globally, roughly 2.17x higher (+117% vs market).
  • Jul 2025: 7.813 vs 1.902 globally, roughly 4.11x higher (+311% vs market).
  • Highs and lows relative to market:
  • Selected low (0.060 in Feb) was ~96% below the baseline low (1.674).
  • Selected high (7.813 in Jul) was over 4x the baseline high (1.902).
  • Volatility comparison: Through May, India’s Arts CTR was steadier than the market in absolute moves, but the series became far more volatile in early summer.

Seasonal signals and notable months

  • Q4–Q1 softness: CTR eased from October to February in India, mirroring the global dip into early Q1.
  • Spring recovery: Both series improved from March, with the global trend climbing steadily and India staying modest until May.
  • Early-summer breakout: June and July delivered outsized gains in India’s Arts CTR, well above market levels.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Arts and India helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Click-Through Rate (CTR) is the percentage of impressions that resulted in a click on the Facebook ad. In the Arts industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting India, advertisers should consider local market factors and user behavior. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. Why we use median instead of average We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

India Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 26Republic Day
Mar 14Holi
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
Aug 15Independence Day
Oct 2Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
Oct 21Diwali
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

October (Diwali), Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas), July–August (Raksha Bandhan, Ganesh Chaturthi)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPMs might spike significantly during Diwali, especially in electronics, apparel, jewellery, and gifts. Black Friday/Cyber Monday and December could drive elevated ad competition. State-specific festivals might see regional campaign spikes. Bank closures during holidays may push online shopping to cluster in end-of-week periods.

What is CTR and why does it matter for Facebook ads?

CTR (Click-Through Rate) is the percentage of people who click your ad after seeing it. It's calculated by dividing total clicks by total impressions, then multiplying by 100. A high CTR indicates your ad resonates with your audience and helps improve your relevance score, which can lower your overall costs.

What's the average CTR for Facebook ads in 2025?

The average Facebook ad CTR across industries sits around 0.90-1.10%. But there's significant variation. Your specific industry, audience targeting, and campaign objectives should determine your benchmark.

Why is my Facebook ad CTR consistently low?

Low CTR usually stems from poor audience targeting, weak creative, or a disconnect between your ad content and audience needs. Your ad might simply not be standingo out enough. Check if your visuals grab attention, your copy addresses clear pain points, and your audience targeting aligns with people genuinely interested in your offer.

Is CTR still a reliable metric for ad performance in 2025?

Yes—but only in context. High CTR is a signal that your creative works, but it doesn't guarantee conversions. Use it alongside other metrics like conversion rate to get the full picture.