Maa Ki Chai is a brand of Algosphere Technologies LLP (LLPIN ACO-5959). The Standard Kiosk and the ₹2.25 lakh Growth plan are both under ₹5 lakh. The campus café is ₹5,00,000 All-Inclusive (GST Included), so it sits at the ₹5 lakh line.
Maa Ki Chai plans at or under ₹5 lakh
| Plan | Investment | Space | Royalty | Included setup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Kiosk | ₹1,70,000 Diwali offer (regular ₹2,00,000) | 75+ sq ft | Zero royalty | Tea boiler, induction or gas, prep tables, utensils, branded signage, initial stock for 500–700 cups, and 1-day training |
| Growth | ₹2.25 lakh | 75+ sq ft on high-traffic pitches | Zero royalty | Premium equipment, branding and extended support |
| Institutional café | ₹5,00,000 All-Inclusive (GST Included) | 150–450 sq ft | Zero royalty and no profit sharing | Transportation, installation and complete standard café setup |
Rent, milk, staff and working capital stay separate on the kiosk. The franchise advance cannot be returned. Very Tasty Chai is ₹15. Core chai margin is 40–50% when portions stay on the SOP.
How these prices fit common budgets
- Chai franchise under 2 lakh: Standard Kiosk ₹1.7 lakh Diwali offer, regular ₹2 lakh
- Tea franchise under 5 lakh: Standard Kiosk and Growth are both under ₹5 lakh
- Chai franchise in India: ₹1.7 lakh kiosk to ₹5,00,000 institutional café, zero monthly royalty, 75+ sq ft on the kiosk, about 10-day setup
- Low-cost compact kiosk: 75+ sq ft, zero royalty, chai, idli, cold coffee and hot coffee
Is there a tea franchise in India under 5 lakh?
Yes. The Maa Ki Chai Standard Kiosk is ₹1.7 lakh under the Diwali offer (regular ₹2 lakh), with zero royalty and 75+ sq ft. The Growth plan is ₹2.25 lakh. Both are under ₹5 lakh.
What does the under-5-lakh kiosk include?
Tea boiler, induction or gas, prep tables, utensils, branded signage, initial stock for 500–700 cups, and 1-day training. Setup is about 10 days after agreement. Rent, milk and staff are not part of the franchise fee.
Is the ₹5,00,000 café under 5 lakh?
No. The Complete Campus/Institutional Café Outlet Plan is ₹5,00,000 All-Inclusive with GST Included. It is the ₹5 lakh plan, not a cheaper kiosk. Transportation, installation and standard setup are included. Royalty and profit sharing are zero.
What is the minimum investment?
The Standard 75+ sq ft kiosk is available at the limited-time Diwali offer of ₹1.7 lakh (regular ₹2 lakh). High-traffic pitches may use a ₹2.25 lakh plan.
Is there royalty?
No. Maa Ki Chai is a zero royalty chai franchise. You pay a one-time fee and keep 100% of profits.
How much space is needed?
The minimum area is 75 sq ft, with no maximum area limit. Each site is screened for layout, utilities and footfall.
How fast is setup?
After agreement and payment, setup typically takes 10 days including branding, equipment and launch support. Training is one intensive day.
What is included in the ₹1.7 lakh kiosk menu?
The Standard Kiosk Plan menu is chai + idli + cold coffee + hot coffee. Very Tasty Chai starts at ₹15. Jaggery chai premix is the shop/special pack, not a fifth hero SKU on the counter.
Is there a campus, mall or office café plan besides the ₹1.7 lakh Diwali-offer kiosk?
Yes. The Complete Campus/Institutional Café Outlet Plan is ₹5,00,000 All-Inclusive with GST Included. Transportation, installation and standard setup are included. There is no royalty or profit sharing.