It is not a hidden fact that people in India are quite fond of namkeen products, especially papad, not just as a snack but for other reasons too, like they make different dishes from it, and it is used in many dishes as an extra ingredient too. Usually, people go with the locally made papad options when it comes to buying some, but in case you want the top-notch quality and packaged papad, then you’d have to stick with the top brands for that. And thankfully, there are dozens and dozens of these papad brands in India, some are local ones, and others have made it BIG. So, on that very note, let’s talk about the Top 10 Papad Manufacturing Companies in India 2025, shall we?
1. Shri Mahila Griha Udyog Lijjat Papad
Well, it is not just the quality of stuff that Lijjat Papad is famous for; it is also their story that makes them super popular. Like, quite literally, this brand was started by a group of seven women and just ₹80, and look at it now, it is now worth more than ₹1600+ crore. That’s some hard-to-believe type of growth, but it has happened for Lijjat Papad, and they’re on the upward trajectory even now, after all these years. Their annual production is an amazing 4.8 billion papads, and they export them to more than 25 countries worldwide. With more than 14 flavourings such as garlic, Punjabi masala, moong, and black gram, the variety of Lijjat is still unbeatable.
2. Ganesh Papad
Ganesh Papad, a brand that began pretty modestly in 1960 with a daily production of only 30 kilograms of papad, is the runner-up. The a lot of growth they have made isn’t less than a miracle, as now they are making 10,000 kilograms daily. They continue the tradition of hand-rolling all their papads, such as jeera masala, chana masala, Surati urad, and garlic, by more than 2,000 women, which is the reason for their products having that old-school authenticity, and that’s what a lot of people in India, as well as in other countries, are quite fond of.
3. Bikanervala
Alrighty, if we specifically talk about the varieties in papad, then of course, Bikanervala would rank at the very top of this list, and not a lot of people truly know about this brand’s history, but it is up there, growing rapidly in the mass market. They have been in business since 1950 and have used their retail and export network to expand their reach to countries like the UAE, the USA, Singapore, and Qatar. They are also providing home delivery and bulk order facilities, thus becoming a preferred brand for both homes and hotels.
4. Bhikharam Chandmal
And then, see, Bhikharam Chandmal was creating papads and bhujia in Bikaner for more than 100 years, even before it was registered as a company in 1983. What worked out so well for them, though? Realness! Everything, right from moong dal to Punjabi masala papads, is prepared by adhering to the age-old recipes and using ingredients from the locals. The company still uses its past, and very clean and hygienic practices, to retain its classy look.
5. Nilon’s India Pvt. Ltd.
Started out way back in 1962, Nilon’s is not only a pickle and spice brand but also one of the most highly tech-powered papad producers in India. They have a variety of potatoes, sago, garlic, red chilli, and plain masala papads, all produced in units certified by ISO in Maharashtra and Northeast India. The thing that helps Nilon’s to be recognized is their capacity to keep the same flavor and quality of the millions of packets, thus making them a daily necessity of the kitchen that can be relied upon.
6. Madurai Meenakshi Appalam
Madurai Meenakshi Appalam, started back in 1972, is a popular brand not only in Tamil Nadu but also in the nearby areas. The company deals in South Indian style papads, which are popularly called Appalams, you know? And just so you know, the company mainly features such flavours as jeera, plain, pepper, and masala in their products. Though it is not just India that they’re famous in, they sell their products in Sri Lanka but also Malaysia, and the Gulf countries.
7. Haldiram’s
Haldiram’s sells papad? Oh yes, every namkeen item can be found in their collection. They’re kind of a brand that we literally don’t need to be introduced to. Their Punjabi masala papads have, however, been the most silent kind of revolution in the grocery aisle of Indian homes, besides the bright stars of Haldiram’s, the namkeens and sweets. Haldiram’s is distinguished from others by its feature that it is available all over the country, has the same packaging every time, and the trust that is given to the brand with its name.
8. Mahaganapathi Foods
And then, well, Mahaganapathi Foods, a company that was established in 1996, is dedicated to producing only the highly specialized South Indian-style products such as Kerala papadam, Tamil Appalam, and coin-shaped masala papads. And? Well, it is quite amazing that they are able to produce up to 4 metric tons daily and export their products to the UK, USA, and Australia.
9. Vibgyor Food Industries
Oh, see, Vibgyor, which was only introduced in 2015, has managed to establish itself in India as well as in foreign countries because of its concentration on papads, khakra, and bhakri prepared in the very traditional Indian way. Their papadads are flavored with jeera, garlic, red chili, and green chili, and these flavors are sent to Canada, Thailand, Dubai, and Australia, too.
10. Shree Shyam Papad Udyog
And then, well, completing our list is Shree Shyam Papad Udyog, which was established in 1989 and is located in Bikaner, the place of famous papads. Sure enough, they have different kinds of papads, such as Banarasi red chilli, Gujarati-style, moong dal, and Rajasthani, catering to both the handcrafted and the machine-made ones. Their dedication to maintaining the local taste while expanding their business makes them worthy to be included in this list.
Conclusion
If you’re into trying out different companies/brands’ papad, then no doubt, we have given you this list to try out yourself one by one and then stick to the ones that you like the most. Plain and simple. Surely, there are many more brands we could have mentioned, but by far, these are the ten paper manufacturing companies that made it to this list.
