Short answer: Diwali gifts for employees from Meru Gifting range ₹399 to ₹4,999 per person across diya sets, sweet boxes and desk hampers, with MOQ 50 for branded packaging and 4–6 weeks lead time recommended before Diwali.
Updated September 2026.
What Diwali gifts can I give employees at ₹499, ₹1,000 and ₹2,000 per person?
At ₹499 you get a metal diya ring set or filigree sweet box; at ₹1,000 a brass oil lamp set or aarti thali combo; at ₹2,000 a Kashmiri papier-mâché box or hand-painted copper vessel. All can be packed in brand-colour boxes for a company-wide Diwali distribution.
Phulwari Diya Ring Set with Dry Fruit Pouch₹399
Kanak Mithaas Filigree Sweet Box₹750
Deepam Brass Oil Lamp Set of Two₹1,999
Tridev Aarti Brass Set₹699
Kashmiri Papier-Mâché Oval Box₹2,250
Tamra Surahi Copper Water Vessel₹1,950
What is a good Diwali gift budget per employee?
Most Bangalore and pan-India companies budget ₹500–₹1,500 per employee for a standard Diwali gift, and ₹1,500–₹4,999 for team leads and long-tenure staff. Token gifts under ₹500 work for interns and large seminar-style distributions.
| Budget | What it buys | Example |
|---|---|---|
| ₹399–₹550 | Diya set or single tealight holder | Phulwari diya ring set, ₹399 |
| ₹699–₹999 | Aarti set or filigree sweet box | Tridev aarti set, ₹699 |
| ₹1,950–₹2,250 | Craft-led artisanal keepsake | Tamra Surahi copper vessel, ₹1,950 |
| ₹1,999–₹4,999 | Premium hamper or recognition-style gift | Deepam brass oil lamp set, ₹1,999 |
How do I plan a company-wide Diwali gifting rollout?
- Finalise headcount and per-person budget by employee band 4–6 weeks before Diwali.
- Choose 1–2 hamper designs and confirm brand-colour packaging with Meru Gifting.
- Approve a free mock-up of the box and any branded card or tag.
- Confirm delivery mode: single warehouse drop, or split delivery across offices and remote employees' homes.
- Production and delivery take 7–15 working days once artwork is approved; place the order in September–October for an on-time Diwali delivery.
Plan your employee Diwali gifting now
Confirm your headcount and budget early — Diwali slots fill up by early October.
Are Diwali gifts to employees tax-free?
Employee gifts up to ₹5,000 per person per financial year are exempt as a perquisite under Income-tax Rule 3(7)(iv); anything above that is taxable in the employee's hands. GST input tax credit on gifts is blocked under Section 17(5)(h) of the CGST Act, and gifts above ₹50,000 per employee in a year are treated as a supply. Meru Gifting issues GST invoices regardless of the exemption. Confirm exact treatment with your CA.
Can Meru Gifting deliver Diwali hampers to remote and work-from-home employees?
Yes. Meru Gifting delivers pan-India to 25+ states and internationally to the USA, UK, UAE, Singapore, Australia, Canada, Sri Lanka and Thailand, so hampers can be split-shipped directly to individual employee addresses as well as to a single office.
What if I need Diwali gifts near me in Bangalore on short notice?
Visit the Meru Gifting studio at #273/2, SC Road, 2nd Cross, Gandhinagar, Bengaluru 560009 (Mon–Sat, 9 AM–7 PM) for in-stock diya sets and hampers, or arrange a video-call shopping session. For guaranteed bulk branding, order 4–6 weeks ahead rather than last-minute.
What is a reasonable Diwali gift budget per employee?
Most companies spend ₹500-₹1,500 per employee, and ₹1,500-₹4,999 for team leads and senior staff. Interns and large distributions often use a sub-₹500 tier.
How early should I order Diwali gifts for employees?
Place your order 4-6 weeks before Diwali. Production and delivery take 7-15 working days once artwork or packaging is confirmed, and October is the busiest month.
Can Diwali hampers be branded with our company logo?
Yes, brand-colour packaging and a branded card or tag are available on hampers; the minimum order for branded packaging is 50 pieces.
Are Diwali gifts to employees exempt from tax?
Gifts up to ₹5,000 per employee per financial year are exempt as a perquisite under Rule 3(7)(iv); the excess is taxable. Confirm with your CA.
Can hampers be delivered to employees' homes instead of the office?
Yes, Meru Gifting can split-ship hampers directly to individual employee addresses pan-India, including remote and work-from-home staff.
Book your Diwali gifting slot
WhatsApp your headcount today — Diwali production slots fill up fast.
