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Four numbers in, full picture out โ payback period, annual ROI and your 5-year position for any franchise in India.
Setup cost + franchise fee + security deposit
What's left after rent, staff, stock and running costs
Charged by the franchisor on revenue
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Add your investment and expected monthly revenue on the left โ payback period, ROI and a 5-year projection appear here instantly.
Net monthly profit = monthly revenue x profit margin, minus the royalty the franchisor charges on revenue. Your payback period is the total one-time investment divided by that net monthly profit. The 5-year projection keeps revenue flat โ a deliberately conservative view, since most outlets grow after the first year. For a line-item view of rent, staff and operating costs, use our detailed investment calculator.
Most healthy franchises in India return 25-50% of the investment per year, which means a payback period of 2-4 years. QSR and services franchises tend to sit at the faster end; capital-heavy formats like schools or gyms take longer.
Payback period = total one-time investment divided by net monthly profit. Net monthly profit is revenue times your operating margin, minus the royalty the franchisor charges on revenue.
In India royalty is almost always charged on gross revenue (typically 4-8%), not on profit. That is why a high royalty can turn a thin-margin business loss-making โ this calculator models royalty on revenue.
Include the franchise fee, interior/setup cost, equipment, security deposit and initial stock. Keep 3-6 months of working capital aside on top โ most new outlets take a few months to reach steady revenue.
Disclaimer:Estimates only โ actual returns vary with location, market conditions and management. Verify every brand's numbers (FDD/brochure, existing franchisee calls) and consult a financial advisor before investing. See our due-diligence guide.