He was asked to make his forecast for the 2015 championship at the launch of his autobiography at Lord's Cricket Ground here today.
"I feel India can surprise a lot of people and I also believe the spinners will come into play," he said.
"People talk about the pitches for fast bowlers but because of the size of the grounds, I think spinners could be important," he added.
Tendulkar, who retired from cricket in November 2013, was India's leading run-scorer in the team's 2011 World Cup triumph.
Asked if England stood a chance, he expressed his doubts.
"Anything is possible in this sport but going on current form I don't think England will be that competitive," he said.
