How it makes money
B2B corporate orders plus D2C festive sales.
Skills you’ll need
- Curation
- B2B sales
- Vendor management
How to start: first steps
- Build a catalogue with 10 vendors (local brands, artisans).
- Create festival and onboarding kits at 3 price points.
- Pitch HR and admin teams at 50 companies.
- Use Diwali and New Year as launch windows.
- Add personalisation (names, logos) for margins.
Land 3 corporate orders before the festive season.
Risks to plan for
- Seasonality
- Payment delays from corporates
- Last-minute logistics
Plan the numbers
Use the Startup Cost Calculator to build a real budget, the Unit Economics Calculator to check per-customer profit, and the Break-even Calculator to see how much you need to sell.
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FAQs
How much does it cost to start personalised & corporate gifting in India?
As a rough, indicative estimate, a lean start may need around ₹1 L – ₹10 L, depending on city, scale and choices. Build your own budget before committing.
Is personalised & corporate gifting profitable?
Margins in this model are typically high. Profitability depends on pricing, costs, scale and execution — check your unit economics early.
How do I test this idea cheaply?
Land 3 corporate orders before the festive season.
Figures are rough, indicative estimates for a lean start, not quotes or advice. Check licences, regulations and costs for your city and situation. Have a twist on this idea? Share it on the Ideas board.
