By Hemant SharmaRich cities? Yes, that’s a thing, and it has been for a while now. Aren’t you aware of that yet? Well, you see, other than just the nominal GDP of the nation, even states and cities can have their GDP, if they are big or important enough. So, when we talk about the richest cities in India, it is not a surprise that cities like Mumbai, Kolkata, and Delhi, would always top the list because they have been super significant for a long time now. But for those who want to know a little more about this, like what this means, how much GDP these cities have, and which other cities have made it to this list, then just keep on reading. Why? Simple, here we’re about to share the list of the top 10 richest cities in India as of 2025, that’s why!
1. Mumbai
Just how rich is Mumbai? Well, a GDP of $310 billion, is not bad for a city in India, but if you think about it for a sec, that BIG number is just mind-boggling! Like, the biggest share market of the country can be found in this city along with several banks and successful businesses, those are some of the big reasons for that financial number. Plus, it’s the home of Bollywood, you know, the film sector that illuminates the entire country; that says a lot right there! All in all, with a huge population of 205 million, sure enough, Mumbai is a city that is fast-paced where money never sleeps!
2. Delhi
Coming right up next on the list, well, Delhi, the capital city, is not only the political hub of the country but also a booming center of business, technology, and international trade. As of 2025, you see, the GDP of Delhi stands at $293.6 billion, making it the most productive Indian city in terms of contribution to GDP, that’s for sure. In the end, we’d say that in a way, with 19.8 million people, Delhi is an amazing mixture of rich history and modern class, well, kind of.
3. Kolkata
You know what they say: Kolkata is a city with a soul. In a way that feels like absolute truth, but how? We’ll tell you just that, you see, it is famous for its culture, old beautiful buildings, and delicious mouth-watering food but also a city with a very strong economy, right? And actually, Kolkata is the third richest city in India having a GDP of about $150 billion. Why? Well, mainly because of industries like steel, engineering, and jute. So yes, with a 14.8-million population, Kolkata is an old-world traditional and new-world successful city, no two ways about that.
4. Bengaluru
Being the Silicon Valley of India, Bengaluru is home to a cool GDP of $110 billion and plenty of tech. Sure enough, over the years, in this city, names like Infosys and Wipro are daily present and thousands of startups have added a spice or a burst of new ideas. Bengaluru is home to savvy techie and creative folks who wish to mix work and play easily. To be honest, it kinda is safe to say that home to 12.7 million people appreciating the pleasant climate, Bengaluru perfectly combines high-tech dreams with a laid-back style.
5. Chennai
There is no way we could have just skipped past Chennai on the list, you see, it is the fifth richest city in the country, like, with a GDP of $66 billion, it is also referred to as the “Detroit of South Asia” because of its automobile industry, you know? So cars are just one part of its economy, IT and medicines are others! Here, this city, with a population of 7 million, Chennai is an important economic hub in South India.
6. Hyderabad
Next? Well, that would be Hyderabad, you know, a city that has a GDP of 58 billion dollars and is a historic city that is becoming trendy at a great rate as of 2025. Sure enough, it is all here, like tech (Google, Microsoft, and Amazon) companies, pharmaceuticals, biotechnological sectors, and whatnot. So surely, Hyderabad’s population is already over 10 million and growing rapidly, making it a much better place for investment than the rest of the country.
7. Pune
People proudly say Pune is the fastest growing city (and that’s a fact right there) with a GDP of $55 billion and an automobile and IT hub. Right? Surely, the automobile industry and IT sector are in full bloom. And sure enough, the price of real estate is rising there. If shopping is your thing, then malls like Phoenix MarketCity and The Pavilion are the answer to your shopping desires.
8. Ahmedabad
Coming right up next is Ahmedabad, you know, a city that is fast-growing in the country and has a GDP of $47 billion driven by its strong industries in textiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and whatnot. And if you have heard of it, well, the AlphaOne and Ahmedabad One Mall provide quite a few luxury options. And surely, Ahmedabad is the third largest city in the state of Gujarat, India, so with 7.2 million people it is also one of the fastest growing cities.
9. Surat
We shouldn’t even be telling you this because it is actually a world-known fact that Surat is considered the world’s biggest diamond-cutting and polishing hub, with a GDP of 45 billion dollars. That’s it? Nah! You see, its thriving textiles business also makes a significant contribution, so that’s that too. In the end, just know that with over 67 lakh people, Surat is growing fast and, therefore, constantly getting new business.
10. Visakhapatnam
Alright, so, Visakhapatnam, often called Vizag, has a GDP of $40 billion, so we’re putting it at number ten. For those who don’t know yet, this particular city is home to organizations producing steel, oil, and port services. Surely, one thing is pretty certain with a population of 20 lakh people, Visakhapatnam is steadily establishing its own identity down there in South India.
Conclusion
That’s all. So far, these are the richest cities in India, and since there are so many cities in the country, we can surely keep on going, but for now, this much information is enough. As you saw, how different things and sectors contribute to the overall GDP of the cities, which in turn is super helpful for the overall nation’s growth.