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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Marketplaces in India

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Marketplaces in India

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • For Marketplaces in India, the click-through-rate (CTR) averaged 6.07% from November 2024 to January 2025, far above the global baseline average of 1.71% for the same period.
  • The series shows extreme volatility: a spike to 13.29% in November 2024 followed by steep declines to 2.93% in December (-78% month-over-month) and 1.98% in January (-32% MoM). From first to last month, CTR fell by 85%.
  • Compared to the global trend, the November result is an outlier (about 7.6x higher than baseline), while December remains elevated (+73%) and January sits only modestly above baseline (+18%).
  • Global CTR shows mild seasonality with a soft dip into December–January and a steady climb through 2025, indicating the November spike in India is not reflected in the overall market.
  • The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

What this analysis covers

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Marketplaces and target country India compared to the global trend. It summarizes monthly medians and compares the selected dataset against a broad, global baseline to deliver clear, directional Facebook Ads benchmarks.

Trends in the selected data

  • Period covered: November 2024 to January 2025.
  • Average CTR: 6.07%.
  • High/low: High at 13.29% (Nov 2024); low at 1.98% (Jan 2025); range of 11.31 percentage points.
  • Month-to-month changes:
  • Nov → Dec: 13.29% to 2.93% (−78%).
  • Dec → Jan: 2.93% to 1.98% (−32%).
  • Average absolute MoM change: ~55%, signaling very high volatility.
  • Overall change: −85% from the first to last month.
  • Notable spike: November 2024 stands out as an exceptional peak before quickly reverting closer to typical ranges.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Overlapping period (Nov 2024–Jan 2025):
  • Baseline average: 1.71%; selected average: 6.07% (about 3.6x higher).
  • Monthly comparison:
  • Nov: 13.29% vs 1.74% (~7.6x higher; +663%).
  • Dec: 2.93% vs 1.69% (~1.7x; +73%).
  • Jan: 1.98% vs 1.68% (~1.18x; +18%).
  • Baseline MoM changes: −2.8% (Nov→Dec), −0.7% (Dec→Jan); average absolute MoM ~1.7%—much steadier than the selected series.
  • Full baseline window (Oct 2024–Sep 2025) for additional context:
  • Average CTR: 1.81%; high at 2.12% (Sep 2025); low at 1.67% (Feb 2025).
  • Seasonal signal: mild dip in Q4 into January, then a gradual rise through mid-to-late 2025, ending ~20% higher than October 2024.

Seasonal signals and positioning

  • Seasonal pattern in the global baseline shows a gentle dip around December–January and a steady recovery afterward.
  • The selected Marketplaces in India series deviates from that pattern with a pronounced November spike, then converges closer to global levels by January—moving from far above market to slightly above average.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Marketplaces 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 Marketplaces 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.