Zudio, India's most-searched clothing franchise, is intentionally not included in the table below. Trent does offer a Zudio franchise application through the Retail Business Associate form on zudio.com. But it states no fee, royalty, investment or space requirement, which means there is no verified number for comparison. The crore-scale Zudio figures in circulation are those cited in Trent's fraud proceedings, rather than figures issued by Trent itself. The brands listed below do publish their terms. Two operating models appear in this sector: FOFO leaves outlet control with you; FOCO has you fund the outlet while the brand runs it.
They can both be labelled “franchise”, but they are entirely different businesses.
You put up the money, operate the outlet, and oversee employees and inventory. The brand provides merchandise and the operating system. You run a retail business. Jockey, Snitch, U.S. Polo, Bata, Manyavar use this model, usually offering buyback or exchange support for inventory that remains unsold.
You pay for the store, covering property, fit-out and capital, while the company’s team runs the daily operation. You provide investment capital. Biba and Skechers operate apparel outlets this way. Rather than earning a retailer’s margin, you get a share of store revenue.
In FOFO, the key risk sits in the inventory agreement. Buy stock outright and unsold merchandise is your loss; sale-or-return or buyback clauses move that burden to the brand. Settle this before discussing any other condition.
The core model behind apparel franchising in India. Page Industries has grown Jockey to 750+ exclusive outlets through a conventional FOFO format with zero royalty. Franchisees retain their margin and the brand makes money by supplying products. In this table, this is the most proven and established setup.
A Jockey India franchise in India requires ₹50 L minimum investment, a ₹10 L franchise fee, zero royalty on a FOFO model. Jockey India operates 750+ stores in India. Full Jockey India data →
A brand that began in D2C. Snitch expanded from online-only to 65+ stores using a zero-royalty FOFO structure, and its growth is rapid. It is the newest brand on this page.
A Snitch franchise in India requires ₹30 L minimum investment, a ₹5 L franchise fee, zero royalty on a FOFO model. Snitch operates 65+ stores in India. Full Snitch data →
A global name on India’s high streets. Levi's runs FOFO as well as a smaller FOCO model, with royalty charged in both. You are investing in the world’s most recognised denim brand and paying royalty for that recognition.
A Levi's franchise in India requires ₹60 L minimum investment, a ₹5 L franchise fee, 9% royalty on a FOFO model. Levi's operates 400+ stores in India. Full Levi's data →
Arvind Fashions’ expansion engine, now at 400+ stores. It combines moderate entry costs, single-digit royalty, and an established mall + high-street model. It sits between Jockey’s more straightforward arrangement and Levi's higher brand premium.
A U.S. Polo Assn. franchise in India requires ₹50 L minimum investment, a ₹3 L franchise fee, 6% royalty on a FOFO model. U.S. Polo Assn. operates 403+ stores in India. Full U.S. Polo Assn. data →
A FabIndia franchise in India requires ₹25 L minimum investment, a ₹12 L franchise fee, zero royalty on a FOFO model. FabIndia operates 357+ stores in India. Full FabIndia data →
A BIBA franchise in India requires ₹2 Cr minimum investment, a ₹10 L franchise fee, 5% royalty on a FOFO model. BIBA operates 20+ stores in India. Full BIBA data →
| Brand | Segment | Model | Investment | Franchise fee | Royalty | Space | Stores |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jockey India | Innerwear & Lingerie | FOFO | ₹50 L | ₹10 L | Zero | 1,000+ sq ft | 750+ |
| Snitch | Casualwear | FOFO | ₹30 L | ₹5 L | Zero | 800+ sq ft | 65+ |
| Levi's | Casualwear | FOFO | ₹60 L | ₹5 L | 9% | 1,200+ sq ft | 400+ |
| U.S. Polo Assn. | Casualwear | FOFO | ₹50 L | ₹3 L | 6% | 1,000+ sq ft | 403+ |
| Bata | Footwear & Accessories | FOFO | ₹30 L | ₹5 L | 5% | 600+ sq ft | 1,962+ |
| Manyavar | Ethnic Menswear | FOFO | ₹50 L | ₹15 L | 15% | 1,500+ sq ft | 596+ |
| Rare Rabbit | Premium Menswear | FOFO | ₹60 L | ₹10 L | Zero | 1,200+ sq ft | 131+ |
| FabIndia | Ethnic Wear & Home | FOFO | ₹25 L | ₹12 L | — | 1,000+ sq ft | 357+ |
| BIBA | Womenswear | FOFO | ₹2 Cr | ₹10 L | 5% | 800+ sq ft | 20+ |
| Skechers | Footwear & Accessories | FOFO | ₹80 L | ₹7 L | Zero | 1,000+ sq ft | 20+ |
Apparel inventory moves with seasons, unlike pharmacy or grocery goods. Stock unsold at the end of a season is discounted by 40-60%, or may never sell. Your inventory terms (outright vs buyback) matter more than your royalty rate.
FOCO operators mainly need capital and locations, not retail operators. If you cannot provide (or finance) 3,000-8,000 sq ft in a catchment the brand targets, your application goes nowhere. Their expansion map, rather than your enthusiasm, decides how many stores they open.
Myntra, Ajio and every brand’s own D2C website offer the same products, sometimes at lower prices on sale days. An exclusive-brand outlet has protection only to the extent the brand maintains channel discipline. Before signing, ask how they handle price-matching and online returns.
A Jockey India franchise in India requires ₹50 L minimum investment, a ₹10 L franchise fee, zero royalty on a FOFO model. Jockey India operates 750+ stores in India.
A Snitch franchise in India requires ₹30 L minimum investment, a ₹5 L franchise fee, zero royalty on a FOFO model. Snitch operates 65+ stores in India.
A Levi's franchise in India requires ₹60 L minimum investment, a ₹5 L franchise fee, 9% royalty on a FOFO model. Levi's operates 400+ stores in India.
A U.S. Polo Assn. franchise in India requires ₹50 L minimum investment, a ₹3 L franchise fee, 6% royalty on a FOFO model. U.S. Polo Assn. operates 403+ stores in India.
Across 6 verified apparel & fashion retail franchise brands in India, entry investment ranges from ₹25 L (FabIndia) to ₹2 Cr (BIBA).