How much does corporate gifting cost per employee in India?
The yearly cost of corporate gifting per employee depends on how many occasions you cover and the budget for each. Add up the occasions (onboarding, birthday, work anniversary, Diwali, New Year), multiply by headcount, then add delivery and branding. The Zappy Box helps HR teams plan this as one yearly calendar.
Worked example (illustrative only):
| Occasion | Who | Example budget per gift |
|---|---|---|
| Onboarding kit | New joiners only | ₹1,500–₹2,500 |
| Birthday | Every employee | ₹500–₹1,000 |
| Work anniversary | Every employee | ₹1,000–₹2,000 |
| Diwali | Every employee | ₹1,000–₹3,500 |
| New Year | Every employee or client | ₹1,000–₹2,000 |
These are example ranges to plan with, not averages.
How to keep costs predictable:
- Fix a budget per occasion and per role level
- Batch birthdays and anniversaries monthly to save on delivery
- Use ready-to-ship hampers for small batches; customise for company-wide moments
- Ask for one GST invoice per batch
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Planning a bulk order? Share your requirement with The Zappy Box gifting team (occasion, number of gifts, budget per gift and delivery cities) or WhatsApp +91 72229 34127. The team replies within 24-48 hours, Monday to Saturday, 10 am - 7 pm IST.
