5 Lakh rupees for a business idea to try and build a business from scratch? Well, that is not too low and not too high of an amount. There is literally no need to be disappointed by the number of business ideas you can try out with such an amount, after all, it is just one business idea that you’ll be testing as per your interest in it and the profitability or scalability you see in it, right? Well, that is precisely why we’re here with a list of the 10 business ideas under 5 lakh rupees in India as of 2025. See, we aren’t here to bore you with the ones that you have heard a million times already, we are here with some promising, interesting and possibly profitable ones. So, here we go.
1. AI-Powered Resume & Job Help Services
It is true that with the competition rising way too much, yes, finding a job in India is getting more complex, and people are willing to pay for help. How can YOU help them though? Oh, well, more and more people are opting for AI resumes and LinkedIn profile writing these days. And sure enough, with 2 to 3 lakh, you can easily create a website, get AI tools, and start promoting your services. How much can you earn though? Well, the earning potential of ₹50,000 to ₹1,50,000 a month is possible for this business if done right.
2. Urban Mushroom Farming (Organic & Medicinal Mushrooms)
Believe it or not, mushrooms farming can be a super profitable business. How and why? Well, these days, people in cities are looking for fresh, organic and chemical-free Shiitake, Oyster and Lion’s Mane mushrooms. To set up a small temperature-controlled setup (around 100 square feet), you’ll need just ₹3 to 5 lakh, that’s all. Like, down the line, you can make up to ₹5 lakh by cultivating mushrooms, as their price ranges between ₹300 and ₹1,500 per kg.
3. Customized 3D Printing Business (Home Decor & Gifts)
3D printing in India is still an emerging aka growing market, but people readily use it for customized gifts, home decor, and miniature models of buildings, were you aware of that? Like, as of 2025 though, with money ranging from 4 to 5 lakh rupees, you can buy a good quality 3D printer like Creality Ender 3 or Anycubic Photon along with its raw materials and a website. And just so you know, you can earn anywhere between ₹500 to ₹5,000 for one printed item.
4. Sustainable Packaging Business (Eco-Friendly Options)
And then, well, more and more businesses are adopting eco-friendly packaging as plastic is being banned in many places. Restaurants, bakeries, and online sellers need eco-friendly packaging. You can start a small business for recyclable and compostable packaging with a capital of ₹3 to 5 lakh, that’s all. And sure enough, if you supply to local businesses in bulk, making ₹50,000 to ₹1,50,000 is easy.
5. Smart Home Automation Services (Budget-Friendly IoT Solutions)
These days you see, smart homes aren’t just for the rich anymore. Right? Like, more middle-class households want cheap smart gadgets like Wi-Fi-controlled lights and voice switches. And sure enough, as of 2025, you can buy these products, make a simple website and provide installation services with ₹3 to 5 lakh. If you target new housing societies and apartments, you can earn ₹50,000 to ₹1.2 lakh/month.
6. Personalized Nutrition & Diet Consultation (AI-Based Meal Plans)
And then, people want to be more health conscious now, so you can start selling diet plans, and how does that work? Well, you see, AI-powered meal planning is the next big thing. With a budget of ₹2 to 3 lakh, you can build your own website and start offering customized meal plans using AI-based nutrition tools. Sure, we get it that apps like HealthifyMe are growing but it is an opportunity to create a cheaper app with India like meal plans.
7. Mobile Car Cleaning & Waterless Car Wash
It is true that Car owners are looking for ease in cleaning services, and if you own a car already, you know how good of a business idea this is. Also, due to water shortage, waterless car washing is trending, right? Like, just with a budget of ₹2 to 4 lakh, one can get good cleaning products and pressure washers. And because it’s a mobile business, you won’t need a shop, so costs will be lower and profits higher.
8. Handmade Luxury Soap & Skincare Business (Organic & Ayurvedic)
Natural or chemical-free soaps and skincare products? Well, to be honest, there are so many people willing to pay even higher prices for such products, but there aren’t many sellers like that in the country. So, that’s where you can capitalize, like, you can begin with ₹3 to 5 lakh by purchasing organic ingredients and making soap at home. And sure enough, you can sell on Instagram, Amazon, and Flipkart.
9. Subscription Box Business (Regional Snacks & Unique Goods)
These days, you may have seen on social media that subscription boxes are the latest trend. In India, people love trying out snacks from different states. If you have ₹3 to 4 lakh, you can easily make themed snack boxes and sell them online. For that though, you can start charging around ₹799 to ₹1,499 per box. And sure enough, collaborating with small snack brands can help them reach out to more consumers.
10. Cloud Kitchen (Healthy or Regional Food Specialties)
Alright, at last, but another good business idea is cloud kitchen, and we know that you have heard of it a million times. But the thing is, it WORKS. You know, like, people are gravitating towards niche foods like keto meals, dishes made with millet and food from their regions as food delivery is booming. With 4 to 5 lakh you can set up a small kitchen, get the licenses and start selling on Swiggy and Zomato. That’s all!
Conclusion
That’s all for today. See, there are many more business ideas you can look at under a budget of just 5 lakh rupees, but during our research, we found these ten to be the most promising ones yet the most interesting ones out there. Now it is up to you actually, so get down to a bit of your own due diligence and see which one fits as per your interest.
