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Top 15 Fertilizer Companies in India!

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Top 15 Fertilizer Companies in India

India’s agriculture sector is heavily dependent on fertilizers, which form the backbone of modern farming. As the second-largest consumer of fertilizers globally, the country’s demand continues to grow year after year. However, a large section of farmers is still unaware of the wide variety of fertilizers available and often depends on local dealers for guidance.

Fertilizer Industry in India

India is among the world’s leading producers of fertilizers, ranking:

  • 3rd in overall fertilizer production

  • 2nd in nitrogen-based fertilizers

  • 3rd in phosphatic fertilizers

Fertilizers account for nearly 25% of India’s GDP market capitalization in agribusiness.

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Currently, the country operates:

  • 57 large fertilizer units (including 29 urea plants and 9 ammonium sulfate plants)

  • 64 small-scale units manufacturing single super phosphate

The top fertilizer-producing states are Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh.

Top Fertilizer Companies in India

1. Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO)

The largest fertilizer cooperative in India, IFFCO serves millions of farmers with sustainable, farmer-friendly initiatives.

2. Chambal Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited

  • Founded: 1985

  • Products: Urea, DAP, NPK fertilizers

  • Revenue: ₹16,000 Cr

  • Market Cap: ₹11,000 Cr

  • HQ: New Delhi

Part of the KK Birla Group, Chambal accounts for nearly 13% of India’s urea output and is known for technology-driven growth.

3. Coromandel International Limited

  • Founded: 1961

  • Products: Phosphatic fertilizers, GROMOR Urea, crop protection chemicals

  • Revenue: ₹13,000 Cr

  • Market Cap: ₹28,000 Cr

  • HQ: Secunderabad, Telangana

A Murugappa Group company, Coromandel is a leading private fertilizer producer with a strong reputation for innovation.

4. Krishak Bharati Cooperative Limited (KRIBHCO)

  • Founded: 1980

  • Products: Urea, ammonia, complex fertilizers

  • Revenue: ₹13,000 Cr

  • HQ: Noida, Uttar Pradesh

KRIBHCO is known for eco-friendly fertilizers and extensive farmer education programs.

5. Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Limited (RCF)

A PSU that produces both fertilizers and industrial chemicals, with a strong focus on sustainability.

6. Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd (GSFC)

  • Founded: 1962

  • Products: Urea, ammonium sulfate, NPK blends

  • Revenue: ₹9,200 Cr

  • Market Cap: ₹6,300 Cr

  • HQ: Vadodara, Gujarat

A state-owned giant, GSFC is known for its R&D and CSR initiatives.

7. Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd (GNFC)

  • Founded: 1976

  • Products: Urea, Nitrophosphate, Neem cake

  • Revenue: ₹8,600 Cr

  • Market Cap: ₹9,000 Cr

  • HQ: Bharuch, Gujarat

GNFC also has businesses in chemicals and IT, with fertilizers as its backbone.

8. Deepak Fertilizers and Petrochemicals

  • Founded: 1979

  • Products: Nitrophosphate (24:24:0), water-soluble fertilizers

  • Revenue: ₹8,200 Cr

  • Market Cap: ₹7,000 Cr

  • HQ: Pune, Maharashtra

Known for its Mahadhan brand, Deepak Fertilizers offers more than 48 products and exports globally.

9. Paradeep Phosphates Ltd (PPL)

One of India’s largest phosphatic fertilizer producers, with strong R&D focus.

10. Fertilizers and Chemicals Travancore Ltd (FACT)

  • Founded: 1943

  • Products: NPK blends, urea, ammonium sulfate

  • Revenue: ₹3,300 Cr

  • Market Cap: ₹21,000 Cr

  • HQ: Kochi, Kerala

One of the oldest fertilizer PSUs, FACT mainly serves South India.

11. Mangalore Chemicals and Fertilizers Ltd (MCFL)

  • Founded: 1974

  • Products: Urea, DAP, NPK fertilizers

  • Revenue: ₹2,800 Cr

  • Market Cap: ₹1,100 Cr

  • HQ: Mangalore, Karnataka

Part of the UB Group, MCFL also manufactures industrial acids.

12. National Fertilizers Limited (NFL)

  • Founded: 1986

  • Products: Neem-coated urea, bentonite sulphur

  • Revenue: ₹2,600 Cr

  • Market Cap: ₹3,500 Cr

  • HQ: Noida, Uttar Pradesh

NFL runs five major plants, ensuring nationwide supply.

13. Madras Fertilizers Ltd (MFL)

A leading South Indian PSU focusing on R&D and sustainability.

14. Tata Chemicals Limited

  • Founded: 1990

  • Products: Tata Bahaar, GeoGreen, consumer products (salt, homecare)

  • Revenue: ₹2,000 Cr

  • Market Cap: ₹25,000 Cr

  • HQ: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Part of the Tata Group, Tata Chemicals has a global presence across fertilizers, chemicals, and consumer goods.

15. Nagarjuna Fertilizers and Chemicals Ltd (NFCL)

  • Founded: 1986

  • Products: Urea, DAP, NPK fertilizers, sulfuric acid

  • Revenue: ₹1,500 Cr

  • Market Cap: ₹605 Cr

  • HQ: Hyderabad, Telangana

NFCL is a well-known fertilizer brand with strong distribution across India.

Conclusion

India’s fertilizer sector is a mix of cooperatives, PSUs, and private giants, each contributing to the nation’s food security. From IFFCO and KRIBHCO’s farmer-first approach to Tata Chemicals’ global reach, these top companies continue to shape the future of agriculture in India.

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