Did you know franchising has a higher success rate than starting a business from scratch? It’s a great option for first-time entrepreneurs or those seeking a stable investment with comparatively lower risk. We’ve compiled a list of the top franchise business opportunities in India, ranging from quick service restaurants (QSRs) to salons and even logistics.
Now, this list will help many entrepreneurs to identify the business and industry which suits their interests. However, it advised to reach out to the respective brands directly to know more about their offerings for franchise opportunities, as Ajay’s Cafe cannot offer consultancy on franchising beyond its quick service restaurant business.
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Ajay’s Cafe (Starting at ₹15 lakhs)
Known for its cold coffees, pizza and burgers, Ajay’s Cafe has been a prominent player from Gujarat, among the leading QSR franchises in India. Having started in 2014 from Navsari, Ajay’s Cafe has over 150 outlets all over Gujarat, helping many first-time entrepreneurs live their dreams and make the most of the food franchise opportunities in India.
Over the past decade, Ajay’s Cafe has found solid footing in the highly competitive market consisting of major multinational fast-food and burger franchises, because of the strict adherence to quality and great flavour options in their burgers and pizza and other major cities. The brand trains its franchise owners and their staff in running the outlets and further supports them – right from setting up the cafe space to its grand launch and promotion to draw customers regularly. Here’s what one needs to start an Ajay’s Cafe.
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Investment |
₹15 Lakhs |
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Area (sq.ft.)
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Min 400 |
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Brand Fee (₹) |
₹0 |
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Royalty |
0% |
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Marketing Levy |
0% |
CarzSpa Detailing Studios (Starting at ₹20 lakhs)
CarzSpa Detailing Studios is a leading name in car care and detailing, offering a franchise opportunity for ₹20 lakhs. This investment amount can vary depending on the city and size of your outlet. But the potential rewards are high, with franchisees enjoying a net profit margin of 20-25%, which is well above average in this industry.
CarzSpa is a premium car detailing brand that’s changing the way people think about car care in India. As the car market keeps growing, more and more car owners are looking for professional detailing services to keep their vehicles looking their best. CarzSpa offers high-quality services to meet this growing demand, making it a smart choice for anyone who wants to enter a profitable and in-demand business.
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Feature |
Detail |
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Industry |
Automobile Service & Detailing
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Area Required |
1500 sqft
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Investment |
₹20 Lakhs (varies depending on city and outlet size) |
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Profit Margin
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20-25% (average) |
Amul (Starting at ₹2 lakhs)
Another opportunity worth your time and money is Amul. Needless to say, Amul is a brand that is well-recognised and trusted by India, thanks to its high-quality products. It has very high brand loyalty and customer base. It is literally “The Taste of India” All of this means that you don’t have to go through the laborious process of winning over the customers’ loyalty. The groundwork has already been laid.
Depending on the location of the outlet, the expected sales turnover can be anywhere between ₹5 lakhs to 10 lakhs per month. What’s more, is that you do not have to pay any royalty fee. This is an ideal choice if you’re looking for low-cost investment and higher stability and surety of returns.
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Format |
Amul Parlour |
Ice Cream Scooping Parlour |
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Investment (₹) |
2 Lakhs (approximate)
(inclusive of brand fee) |
6 Lakhs (approximate)
(inclusive of brand fee)
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Area (sq.ft.) |
100 - 150
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> 300 |
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Royalty |
0% |
0% |
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Return On MRP |
Pouch Milk - 2.5%
Milk Products 10%
Ice Cream 20%
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Recipe Based Ice Creams - 50%
Pre Packed Ice Creams - 20%
Other Products - 10%
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Delhivery (Starting at ₹50,000)
If retail is not your cup of tea, you can venture into the logistics territory with Delhivery. With over a decade of operation, Delhivery has garnered an immense reputation and loyalty. All you need to set up a franchise is a commercial area of around 100 to 200 sq. ft. and about ₹ 5 to 10 Lakhs investment. Delhivery will provide training, field assistance, current IT systems and expert guidance from the Head Office.
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Investment (₹)
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5 - 10 Lakhs |
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Brand Fee |
50000 |
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Royalty |
20% |
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Space |
100 - 200 Sq Ft
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Exp. ROI |
15%
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Lenskart (Starting at ₹20 lakhs)
With quality products and over a decade of operation, Lenkart has become the go-to brand for eyewear. It has made a name for itself and carved out a space in the eyewear industry. Of course, then, it only makes sense that they take meticulous care of their franchisees in order to ensure smooth operation.
With low investment costs, high return and a breakeven period of 15 to 18 months, Lenskart proves to be a very attractive opportunity. Not only in terms of finances but also in terms of the support that franchise owners get. Lenskart promises stock correction (there will be no dead stock), site selection, interior furnishing, personnel recruitment and training, and expert support in branding. Franchise owners are fully supported and taken care of so that operations become smoother.
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Investment (₹)
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20 - 30 Lakhs |
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Brand Fee |
224000
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Royalty |
25%
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Space |
100 - 200 Sq Ft
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Exp. ROI |
15%
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Jockey (Starting at ₹50 lakhs)
If you want to enter the clothing market and especially the innerwear market, opting for Jockey is a no-brainer. Jockey is the ideal choice because it has an already established brand reputation and high brand loyalty. In fact, it has become synonymous with high-quality innerwear.
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Investment (₹)
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50 Lakhs - 1 Crore |
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Brand Fee |
₹0 |
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Royalty |
Not publicly available |
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Required Space |
1000 - 1500 Sq Ft |
Apart from the major advantage in terms of the brand image, you also get assistance from the company. They’ll help you out with choosing a nice spot for the outlet, designing the interior and exterior, and training the employees.
Kidzee (Starting at ₹10 lakhs)
Education is another sector that has proven to be very profitable. Parents want to ensure that their kids get a safe and friendly environment to learn and grow. Kidzee is a name parents can trust their kids with. It is a difficult trust to gain.
Moreover, Kidzee provides its franchise owners with all the learning resources, updates on current educational developments, help with setting up the place and support in enrollments through marketing. This especially makes it easier for people entering the industry for the first time since all the support is with you to guide you.
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Investment (₹)
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10 - 20 Lakhs |
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Brand Fee |
500000
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Royalty |
20%
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Required Space |
2500 - 3000 Sq Ft |
Subway (Starting at ₹24 lakhs)
There is generally high brand loyalty in the QSR sector and young people are in love with Subway. Subway has become synonymous with high-quality fresh sandwiches. In fact, they call their employees sandwich “artists” and for good reason. Working with a brand that has such high standards for its products and services can be very beneficial for you. Besides, Subway assists its franchise owners with setting up the franchise, training the employees and even with advertising and marketing.
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Investment (₹)
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24 Lakhs - 30 lakhs |
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Franchise Fee
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₹6.5 lakhs |
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Royalty |
Not publicly available
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Required Space |
400 - 600 Sq Ft |
FabIndia (Starting at ₹50 lakhs)
Selling products ranging from menswear and womenswear clothing to home decor and furniture to organic food products, FabIndia has carved out a niche for itself in the sense that all the products it sells are made from traditional techniques, skills and handmade processes, FabIndia is the go-to brand for artisans, designers and customers in this niche. Their brand loyalty is built on the high product and process standards they have set for themselves.
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Investment (₹)
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50 Lakhs - 1 crore
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Brand Fee |
₹3 lakhs
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Royalty |
Not publicly available
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Required Space |
1000 - 2500 Sq Ft
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Lakme Salon (Starting at ₹30 lakhs)
Lakmé is a reputed name in the beauty and salon industry. When it comes to beauty, customers don’t take a chance and remain loyal to the one brand that they trust. Lakmé is that brand. Started in 1980, Lakmé Salon has over 40 years of experience delivering outstanding service and gaining customer loyalty.
Lakmé Salon also provides its franchise owners with expert guidance from the Head Office, field assistance, current IT systems and detailed operating manuals. They also provide training at their own training centres.
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Investment (₹)
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30 - 50 Lakhs |
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Brand Fee |
₹0
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Royalty |
Not publicly available
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Required Space |
800 - 1200 Sq Ft |
Concluding Thoughts
So, there you have it. There are various options available ranging from a burger franchise to an eyewear franchise to a Salon franchise, requiring various amounts of investment. Depending on the industry you want to enter and the size of available capital, the ideal choice for you would change.
However, the one franchise opportunity that stands apart among all the brands across industries is Ajay’s Cafe. With low investment costs, an outstanding support system for franchisees, growing demand in the QSR sector and excellent product quality, Ajay’s Cafe makes the most sense to invest in.
Disclaimer: The information mentioned in the article above is from publicly available sources online. Ajay’s Cafe does not guarantee the complete accuracy of the information provided. We recommend verifying the information with the franchises directly for the latest updates. If you want any of the information in this article to be updated, reach out to us at care@ajays.co.in.