Short answer: Order Diwali corporate gifts 4-6 weeks before the festival. Meru Gifting needs 7-15 working days for standard branded production after you approve a free mock-up, plus time for pan-India delivery to 25+ states.
Updated September 2026.
When should a company order Diwali gifts for employees?
Place the order 4-6 weeks before Diwali. This covers budget approval, a free mock-up cycle, 7-15 working days of production for standard branded items, and pan-India shipping with buffer for delays. Waiting until the week before Diwali compresses all of that into an emergency.
What does the month-by-month timeline look like?
Work backward from Diwali using this sequence.
- 6-8 weeks before: agree the per-person budget and audience (employees, clients, or both).
- 5-6 weeks before: shortlist products from Festive Hampers or Artisanal Mementos and request a free mock-up.
- 4-5 weeks before: approve the mock-up, confirm quantities and any brand-colour packaging.
- 2-4 weeks before: production runs (7-15 working days for standard branded orders).
- 1-2 weeks before: dispatch and pan-India delivery, with tracking for large multi-address orders.
What should I put in a Diwali hamper?
A brass or metal diya set anchors most Diwali hampers, paired with a tealight holder or a small artisanal piece. Sweets-free hampers travel better for pan-India and international shipping.
Deepam Brass Oil Lamp Set of Two₹1999
Kamal Metal Lotus Tealight Holder (Set of 2)₹499
Valaya Metal Ring Tealight Holder₹399
Kamal Diya — Metal Lotus Glass Tealight Holder₹499
Tamra Surahi Hand-Painted Copper Water Vessel₹1950
How much should a Diwali gift budget be, per employee?
Diwali gifts typically sit in the same four bands as year-round gifting: token ₹150-₹500, standard ₹500-₹1,500, premium ₹1,500-₹5,000, executive ₹5,000+. Use the calculator to plan a headcount-wide total.
Should employee and client Diwali gifts be different?
Yes. Employee gifts should feel personal and consistent across the team; client gifts should feel individually chosen and can vary by account tier. Use the tabs below for quick guidance.
Keep it consistent: the same hamper for every employee at a given level avoids comparison issues. Standard band (₹500-₹1,500) works for most teams.
Tier by account value: token items for broad client lists, premium Dharohar pieces for top accounts. See Artisanal Mementos.
Confirm you can ship to every city on your list — Meru Gifting delivers pan-India to 25+ states, so a single order can cover Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi and beyond.
What if my order is placed late?
Late orders can still be handled, but options shrink: less time for a full mock-up cycle, higher chance popular items sell through, and tighter delivery windows. Contact Meru Gifting as early as possible even if you're past the 4-6 week mark.
Does Diwali gifting need a GST invoice and PO?
Yes, treat it like any other bulk purchase. Meru Gifting is GST registered and GeM listed, issues GST invoices, and accepts purchase orders from companies and institutions. Employee gifts up to ₹5,000 per person per financial year stay exempt as a perquisite under Rule 3(7)(iv); confirm the exact treatment with your CA.
Can Diwali gifts be shipped internationally?
Yes. Meru Gifting ships to the USA, UK, UAE, Singapore, Australia, Canada, Sri Lanka and Thailand for teams and clients based outside India, alongside pan-India delivery to 25+ states.
Can I mix Dharohar artisanal pieces into a Diwali gift, and does that change the timeline?
Yes, and it's worth planning for. Fully artisanal Dharohar pieces are made by individual craft families across 25+ states, so bespoke or large artisanal-only orders need more than the standard 7-15 working days. Build in extra weeks if the hamper leans heavily on handcrafted items rather than stock branded ones.
Plan your Diwali 2026 order now
Confirm your headcount and budget on WhatsApp today so production and delivery finish comfortably before Diwali.
When should I order Diwali corporate gifts?
4-6 weeks before Diwali, so mock-up approval, 7-15 working day production and pan-India delivery all finish with buffer before the festival.
How early is too early to start planning?
Not too early — many companies start budget approval in August for an October/November Diwali, then confirm the shortlist by early September.
What happens if I order late?
Late orders can still be fulfilled but with less choice on personalisation lead time and higher risk of stock movement on popular items; talk to Meru Gifting about expedited options.
Can Diwali gifts be shipped directly to employees' homes?
Yes, pan-India delivery to 25+ states covers direct-to-home shipping if you provide an address list.
What are good Diwali gifts under ₹1,000?
A lotus tealight holder set (₹499), a brass diya stand, or a bamboo and cork notebook (₹250) paired with a small diya piece all stay under ₹1,000.
