The grocery franchise cost in India in 2026 typically ranges between ₹10 lakh to ₹60 lakh for small to medium stores (500–3,000 sq ft), while larger supermarket formats may require ₹75 lakh to ₹1.5 crore+ depending on city, scale, and inventory size. The total grocery store franchise cost includes franchise fees (₹3–20 lakh), store setup (₹5–25 lakh), inventory (₹5–40 lakh), licenses, and working capital. Average grocery retail margins operate at…