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For over two decades, we have connected ambitious entrepreneurs with the country's most trusted franchise brands — turning dreams into thriving businesses across every corner of India.
25K+
Brands Listed
2M+
Aspiring Investors
2001
Est. Year
"Every great business begins with the courage to take that first step. — Our guiding philosophy
We exist to democratise entrepreneurship in India — making it possible for anyone with a dream and determination to build a successful business through the proven power of franchising.
FranchiseIndia is not just a listing platform. We are a complete ecosystem — offering discovery, due diligence, industry intelligence, events, and mentorship — to guide investors from first inquiry to grand opening and beyond.
What started as a single-minded vision to organise India's fragmented franchise sector has grown into the country's most authoritative franchise intelligence platform — spanning media, events, consulting, and digital discovery.
2001
The Beginning
Founded in New Delhi with a mission to bridge franchise brands and Indian entrepreneurs through information and trust.
2008
Digital Expansion
Launched franchiseindia.com — one of the first dedicated franchise portals in Asia, reaching investors nationwide.
2015
Events & Media
Established the Franchise India Expo, now Asia's largest franchise and retail conference series, held across 12 cities.
2024
Platform 3.0
Launched AI-powered matching, verified brand profiles, and an investor intelligence dashboard serving 2M+ users.
Every brand listing is verified. Every data point is sourced. We hold ourselves — and our partners — to the highest standards of honesty.
We believe anyone with the right knowledge and a strong brand behind them can build a business that transforms their family's future.
Two decades of on-the-ground franchise intelligence means our insights are built on real outcomes, not theory or conjecture.
From Tier 1 metros to Tier 3 towns, we champion franchise opportunity for every Indian investor — regardless of geography or background.
We continuously invest in technology — matching algorithms, verified reviews, live analytics — to make franchise discovery smarter and faster.
Our network of franchisors, investors, consultants and mentors forms a living ecosystem where everyone grows together.
Behind FranchiseIndia is a team of franchise veterans, media professionals, and technology builders united by a single goal: helping India's next generation of entrepreneurs succeed.
Gaurav Dalmia
Founder & Chairman
Pooja Arora
Chief Executive Officer
Rahul Sharma
Head of Brand Partnerships
Nisha Kapoor
Director, Investor Relations
From the business capitals of Mumbai and Delhi to emerging markets in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, FranchiseIndia has an unmatched footprint — connecting local ambition to national-scale opportunity in every state of the country.
500+
Cities Covered
60+
Industry Sectors
18+
Annual Expos
24yr
Market Experience
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