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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Nonprofit in India

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Nonprofit in India

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Main takeaways

  • Based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks, this analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Nonprofit and target country India compared to the global trend.
  • Overall, Nonprofit campaigns in India averaged a click-through-rate of 2.31 across the period, roughly 30% above the global baseline (1.78). However, this average is lifted by a handful of very high months.
  • Median performance in India (0.33) sat well below the global median (1.74), indicating long stretches of subdued engagement punctuated by sharp spikes.
  • Volatility in India was exceptionally high: average month-to-month absolute movement was about 1.42 versus 0.05 globally (~29x more volatile).
  • Seasonal shape diverged from the baseline. Q4 2024 was muted in India, followed by a step-change starting March and a steep climb into summer, peaking in August. The global baseline trended steadily upward from Q1 through late summer.

What we analyzed

This report benchmarks Facebook Ads click-through-rate for Nonprofit advertisers in India (“selected data”) against the global baseline. We analyze monthly medians, highlighting averages, highs/lows, first-to-last change, and volatility to provide directional, marketer-friendly context.

Trends in Nonprofit India click-through-rate

  • Average: 2.31
  • Median: 0.33
  • High: 8.53 in 2025-08
  • Low: 0.159 in 2025-01
  • First-to-last change: +3,348% (from 0.247 in 2024-10 to 8.527 in 2025-08)
  • Notable moves:
  • Sharp lift in 2025-03 (+2.58 vs. Feb), a temporary reset in 2025-04 (-2.51 vs. Mar), then a strong run: May (2.72), June (5.12), July (4.75), culminating in August (8.53).
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change = 1.42.

Interpretation for marketers: performance was subdued through Q4 2024 and early Q1 2025, then surged from March onward, with a pronounced summer peak.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Baseline average: 1.78; baseline median: 1.74.
  • Baseline high/low (over overlapping months): High 2.02 in 2025-08; Low 1.67 in 2025-02.
  • Baseline first-to-last change: +14.7%.
  • Relative positioning:
  • India Nonprofit averaged ~30% above market.
  • Median in India was far below market (0.33 vs. 1.74), signaling that the higher average was driven by a few outsized months.
  • India was below market in 6 of 11 months (Oct–Feb and Apr), then above market in 5 months (Mar, May–Aug).
  • August stood far above market: 8.53 vs. 2.02 (+322% higher).
  • Volatility comparison: India’s average month-to-month absolute change (1.42) was ~29x the baseline (0.048), making the selected series markedly more erratic.

Seasonality and volatility

  • India Nonprofit CTR was muted in Q4 2024 and early Q1 2025, then jumped in March, dipped in April, and accelerated into summer with a peak in August.
  • The global baseline showed a steadier trajectory, softening in late 2024 and gradually increasing from Q1 into late summer.
  • The combination of a low median and extreme summer highs indicates a highly skewed distribution in India: fewer months drive the bulk of the performance.

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