Business Idea– Pickles are made in almost every household in the country but very few people are able to make a business out of it. Pickles are such a thing that is used in every kitchen. People like to eat pickles a lot. In such a situation, if you are thinking of starting a business, then you can start the business of making pickles. The special thing about this business is that you can start this business from home in a budget of less than Rs 10,000 and can earn lakhs of rupees a month, let’s know about it…

Why is pickle business profitable ?

Pickles are an important part of every Indian thali. Be it mango pickle, lemon pickle or chilli pickle, it doubles the taste of every food. Its demand remains in every season and in every household. This is the reason why it can be started with low cost and easy setup.

You can start from home

The most special thing about this business is that it can be started in a small part of the house, such as balcony, terrace or store room. It does not require an expensive showroom or a big factory.

How much will it cost ?

If you want to start small, you can start the work for around Rs 10,000–Rs 15,000. This will include:

Raw material(mango,lemon,chillies etc)

spices and oils
Glass Jars
Packaging Accessories
Utensils and other essentials
Profit prospects

According to business experts, if you invest Rs 10,000, you can get a net profit of Rs 3,000–Rs 7,000 every month. On investing Rs 15,000, the profit increases to Rs 7,000–Rs 13,000. As the number of customers and your brand name increases, this income can reach Rs 20,000–Rs 40,000 per month.

How much profit per jar ?

Suppose you make mango pickle. A half kg jar is sold in the market for Rs 80–Rs 100, while its cost is only Rs 35–Rs 45. That means you can get a direct profit of about 40–60% on a jar.

In today’s time, social media is the biggest weapon. You can easily reach your customers by creating your page on Whatsapp, Facebook and Instagram. This business gains momentum gradually. In the first 2-3 months, the earnings will be less, but as the network and demand grow, your earnings can go up to Rs 15,000–Rs 30,000 per month. That means you can earn around Rs 1.2–3 lakh rupees in a year.