Takaful (Islamic insurance) Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Family Takaful & General Takaful), By Application (Family, Government & Business), By Sales Channel (Direct Channel & Distribution Channel) and Regional Forecast to 2035

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Takaful (Islamic insurance) MARKET OVERVIEW

The global Takaful (Islamic insurance) Market is set to rise from USD 0.05 Billion in 2025 to USD 0.05 Billion in 2026, on track to hit USD 0.16 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 14.3% between 2025 and 2035.

The Islamic financial system is Takaful also known as Islamic insurance which is based on cooperation and assistance of a group of people. How it works is pooling of contributions from a group of participants into a shared fund. They are also used to support the losses of members (for example by accidents, diseases or damages of properties) by providing financial assistance. Takaful differs in that, unlike conventional insurance, the insurer seeks to benefit indirectly from profit as participants are concerned first with shared responsibility and second to distribution of surplus funds back to the participants. This is in line with Islamic principles of prohibited activities such as interest (riba), gambling (maysir), and uncertainty (gharar). There is Shariah board directing the operation of Takaful.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Market Growth Accelerated due to Awareness of Health Risks

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the market experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden market growth reflected by the rise in CAGR is attributable to market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

The Takaful market acquired tremendous boost with the COVID 19 pandemic. The awareness of health risks as well as the financial insecurity caused by the pandemic saw a surge in the demand for health and life Takaful products. They did so to provide families and individuals with the opportunity to seek protection against unforeseen medical expenses plus income loss resulting from illness and the possibility that the virus would have an impact on their livelihood. Its growth can be attributed partially to this increase of awareness of how insurance coverage is important and bases of Takaful principles (for example, based from the values of community support and risk mitigation). In addition, the pandemic furthermore brought speed to the adoption of digital technology in the Takaful industry, allowing customers to have high convenience and ease of access.

LATEST TRENDS

Product Innovation to Propel the Market Growth

There are many emerging trends taking place in this market. Product innovation is being spread out by insurers with an increased emphasis on the need to innovate to meet the needs of specific customer segments and respond to growing new needs. Secondly, the technological improvements are changing the industry which the rise of Insurtech, artificial intelligence, blockchain for example is bringing more efficient operations, better customer experience and better product offer. Thirdly, market has enlarged the geographical scope, extended in penetration to the emerging markets and widened the focus toward regional and global partnership. Last, there is a strong focus on sustainability and even ethical investment as Takaful players began to incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations in their investment decisions as well as their product offerings.

• According to the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Statistical Outlook 2024, around 63% of Takaful operators in member countries have adopted online policy issuance and digital claim processing platforms. The Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB) reported that mobile-based Takaful subscriptions increased by 28% between 2021 and 2023, largely driven by rising fintech integration in Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.

• The Central Bank of Malaysia (Bank Negara Malaysia) noted that family and health Takaful contributions represented 77% of total Takaful participation in 2023, up from 70% in 2020. Meanwhile, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Insurance Committee found that health-related Takaful penetration rose by 22% in Saudi Arabia alone, emphasizing the product’s growing appeal in post-pandemic risk coverage.

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Takaful (Islamic insurance) MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on type the market can be categorized into Family Takaful & General Takaful

• Family Takaful: It deals with providing financial protection for closed family group such as a family of its members. Offers life, health, education and retirement needs. Products like insurance of life, medical, savings plans, education funds etc. are all included.

• General Takaful: Non-life risks such as property, motor vehicles, travel and marine; called General Takaful. It provides financial protection against loss arising due to an accident or natural loss or theft. It offers motor insurance, home insurance, travel insurance, business insurance products.

By Application 

Based on application the market can be categorized into Family, Government & Business

• Family: Insurance and Financial need for Family Takaful is targeted towards that of the individuals and their families. Lifesaving, health insurance, education plans, retirement saving schemes, and investment linked products are included in it.

• Government: Offers Takaful products to government employees and their dependents. It may include government employee specific group life insurance, health insurance and a retirement plan.

• Business: Provides insurance and risk management solutions for businesses of all sizes. That includes property insurance, business interruption insurance as well as other insurance products that are applicable to business operations.

By Sales Channels

Based on application the market can be categorized into Direct Channel & Distribution Channel

• Direct Channel: Takaful operators sell products directly through their own salesforce, call centres or through the online platforms. It is called direct Channel. Thus, customers can directly buy Takaful products through the operator’s website or mobile app and have the opportunity to gain control over their customer experience and also lower costs.

• Distribution Channel: Consists of intermediaries (acting as independent agents and brokers) who act as intermediaries connecting customers to Takaful operators. The distribution of Takaful products is through the bank and other financial institutions. Offering Takaful products to the customers of other such businesses, such as employers or retailers. Meets partners in new places and wherever they reach, and can use existing networks and customer relationships to expand reach, as well as create access to common expertise.

MARKET DYNAMICS

Market Dynamics Include Driving and Restraining Factors, Opportunities and Challenges Stating the Market Conditions.

Driving Factors

Global Muslim Population to Expand the Market

One of the key driving factors of Takaful (Islamic insurance) Market growth is the Global Muslim Population Global Muslim population is a large driver of the Takaful market growth. As the Muslim population grows, so does demand for the Islamic financial products including insurance. It brings a substantial customer base to the Takaful services.

• The Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) reported that as of 2024, 42 jurisdictions have adopted Sharia-compliant insurance standards, compared to only 29 in 2018. According to the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), government-backed Takaful regulations in countries such as Indonesia, Pakistan, and Bahrain have improved compliance levels by 34%, encouraging new entrants in the Islamic insurance segment.

• The Pew Research Center estimated that the global Muslim population surpassed 1.9 billion in 2024, representing 24% of the world’s total population. According to the Islamic Research and Training Institute (IRTI), around 40% of Muslim adults in OIC countries remain unbanked, offering vast potential for Takaful institutions to promote inclusion through Sharia-compliant protection schemes.

Favourable Government Policies and Regulatory Frameworks to Advance the Market

Favourable government policies and Regulatory frameworks are important in propelling the growth of the Takaful market. Many countries with a significant population of Muslims, governments in many of them are voluntarily promoting Takaful by way of supportive regulations, facilitation of development and raising public awareness. This regulatory support fosters a conducive environment for the growth of the Takaful industry.

Restraining Factor

 Low Awareness to Pose Potential Impediments in this Market

Awareness and understanding about Takaful amongst the general population is low and this is one major restraining factor for the Takaful (Islamic insurance) Market share. The principles of Takaful are generally in line with the aspirations of many Muslims yet a substantial portion of the potential customers is yet to be acquainted with its existence, the pros; and cons it stands to offer. The lack of awareness of Takaful may hinder market penetration and restrain the growth of the Takaful industry. That’s why it’s so important to convince people and to have a thoughtful and effective awareness campaigns, educational initiatives and clear communication strategies which we can use to attract more customers.

• According to the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB), the global Takaful penetration rate remains below 2% outside of core Islamic finance markets. The Pakistan Takaful Authority highlighted that only 11% of eligible households are aware of Takaful products, compared to 67% for conventional insurance. This knowledge gap continues to restrict global expansion.

• The Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) reported a 25% shortfall in qualified Sharia scholars specializing in Takaful auditing. Similarly, the Central Bank of the UAE stated that the Takaful industry requires approximately 1,800 trained professionals by 2026 to meet the growing regulatory and operational needs of Islamic insurers.

Ethical Responsible Investment Options to Create Opportunity in this Market

Opportunity

An important opportunity factor for this market is rising demand by investors for ethical and socially responsible investment options. Recent awareness of the environmental and social effects of conventional investment practices has led investors to demand financial products according to their values. As a positive contribution to the society and the environment, the focus on risk sharing, community support, and often, on the ethical investment posts Takaful as an attractive investment approach. This increasing demand for ethical investments presents a spur on Takaful operators to improve their market share by attracting a wider customer base other than the traditional Muslim target demographic.

• According to the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB), around 37% of Takaful companies are exploring blockchain-based smart contracts to enhance transparency in profit-sharing models. The Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) projects that blockchain integration could reduce administrative costs by 18–22% in Takaful policy management by 2025.

• The United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) reported that ethical and socially responsible insurance products, including Takaful, have attracted 15% more non-Muslim policyholders since 2022. Meanwhile, the Bank of England’s Islamic Finance Working Group noted that Takaful assets managed in the UK grew by 31%, highlighting its broader ethical finance relevance.

Complexity of Products to Pose Potential Challenge for this Market

Challenge

The complexity of its products and the risk of misreading on the part of the consumers is one major challenging factor of this market. A theoretical concept of mutual cooperation and risk sharing, although a great idea in practice, is not easy for some to grasp. Takaful products have unique features such as absence of interest and ethical investment and may not be fully understood by all those who may be potential customers. This then hinders the adoption of Takaful products due to the lack of clarity in understanding the mutual. To address the challenge of imparting the benefits and features of Takaful in an effective communication strategy, it is imperative to have simple product offerings which enable customers to better understand, and subsequently accept, the product.

• The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) identified that Takaful regulations vary across 25 active markets, creating cross-border inconsistencies. The AAOIFI added that 60% of Takaful operators face challenges in harmonizing accounting and reporting standards, limiting global interoperability and investor confidence.

• The Islamic Insurance Association of London (IIAL) reports that only 8 licensed Retakaful operators exist globally, forcing primary Takaful providers to rely on conventional reinsurance for over 45% of their coverage. The Malaysian Takaful Association (MTA) estimates that dependency on conventional reinsurance increases operational costs by 12–15% annually.

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TAKAFUL (ISLAMIC INSURANCE) MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

•  North America

The Muslim population in North America is quite tiny, however, it has a great impact on the development of the Takaful industry through technology and financial innovation in that part of the world. The Takaful industry in North America has the potential to adapt and integrate the development of sophisticated insurance technologies, artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain, to boost the efficiency and improve customer experience. Also, there is a developed financial market in North America that can offer a source of useful information’s as well as the best practice for the development and growth of Takaful sector. The development of Takaful market in the United States Takaful (Islamic insurance) Market would allow it to mimic the U.S. in terms of its diverse population and the finest financial infrastructure across the globe. Lessons from the U.S. experience on such areas as the role of Insurance regulation, product innovation and customer care would be helpful to Takaful operators in other areas.

• Europe

The Takaful market may benefit from the wealth of experience of Europe’s long history of insurance and financial services. Areas such as risk management; product development and regulatory compliance can also be utilised in the growth as well as development of the Takaful industry from the European experience. Even the increasing diversification of European population – and among that, the increasing growth of Muslim community – means growing request for Sharia compliant financial products, and this soon shapes up Takaful within European region.

• Asia

Global Takaful market is epicentre of the Asia, with high Muslim population and developing economy. There is variety of Takaful operators existing in this region which range from traditional players to emerging fintech companies, contributing to the industry taking a new innovative and competitive route. However, the expansion of Takaful market is being driven by favourable environment provided by the strong economic growth in such Asian countries as well as by increasing disposable incomes and awareness of the importance of financial security. In addition, the development of Takaful industry is facilitated by increasing of Asian economy's integration with the global financial system, exchange of knowledge and the best practices.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Transforming the Takaful (Islamic insurance) Market through New Creativity

The Takaful market is influenced by various means by key industrial players. Market growth is carried out by established players with extensive experience in the product, financial resources, and the power of the brand name through their entry into the market with new creativity, expansion of geographical, and injecting of technologies into the system. But they also help expand the industry by developing standards of the industry, practicing the best of it and the ethics of business conduct involved. Additionally, the existence of these players in the competitive landscape also pushes the innovation to an existing Takaful industry and for continuous improvement that ultimately will bring the benefit to the consumers of such a wider variety of high-quality products and services.

• Islamic Insurance Company: According to the Jordan Insurance Federation, the Islamic Insurance Company holds a 14% market share in Jordan’s Sharia-compliant insurance sector, with over 220,000 active policyholders. The company reported a 19% rise in family Takaful enrollments in 2023, driven by digital onboarding initiatives supported by the Jordanian Insurance Authority.

• JamaPunji (Pakistan): The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) under its JamaPunji financial literacy program confirmed that over 2.6 million individuals were educated on Takaful and Islamic finance between 2021–2023. Awareness campaigns increased participation in family Takaful products by 27%, promoting financial inclusion across underserved populations.

List of Top Takaful (Islamic insurance)Companies

• Islamic Insurance Company (UAE)
• JamaPunji (India)
• AMAN (Switzerland)
• SALAMA (UAE)
• Standard Chartered (U.K.)

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT

January 2025: Etiqa Insurance Pte Ltd., Launched Singapore's first takaful insurance product in over ten years, in January 2025. The development of this marks a major advance in extending Shariah compliant insurance to Singapore, the followers of which want such products.

REPORT COVERAGE 

This report is based on historical analysis and forecast calculation that aims to help readers get a comprehensive understanding of the global Takaful (Islamic insurance) Market from multiple angles, which also provides sufficient support to readers’ strategy and decision-making. Also, this study comprises a comprehensive analysis of SWOT and provides insights for future developments within the market. It examines varied factors that contribute to the growth of the market by discovering the dynamic categories and potential areas of innovation whose applications may influence its trajectory in the upcoming years. This analysis encompasses both recent trends and historical turning points into consideration, providing a holistic understanding of the market’s competitors and identifying capable areas for growth.This research report examines the segmentation of the market by using both quantitative and qualitative methods to provide a thorough analysis that also evaluates the influence of strategic and financial perspectives on the market. Additionally, the report's regional assessments consider the dominant supply and demand forces that impact market growth. The competitive landscape is detailed meticulously, including shares of significant market competitors. The report incorporates unconventional research techniques, methodologies and key strategies tailored for the anticipated frame of time. Overall, it offers valuable and comprehensive insights into the market dynamics professionally and understandably.