Dominos Franchise in India: From Investing to Extracting Profit

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Today, when we talk about pizza, the first thing that comes to our mind is Domino’s pizza. In fact, “Pizza means Domino.” India has a huge fan base for Pizza, and it’s never too late to step into this market. And what could be better than Domino, the big giant, who introduced us to this mouth-watering cuisine of Italy? 

But but, but how to start a Domino’s franchise in India is the question! How much you would have to invest? How much time will it take to complete the whole process? And most importantly, will this business be profitable? 

I know most of you must be wandering between these questions, so I am here to answer all your questions. In this article, I have covered every query you have about opening a Domino’s franchise in India. So, without further delay, let’s jump to the article. 

Domino’s: An overview

If you had thought of opening a Domino’s franchise in the 90s, it might have been difficult. But today, Domino’s has made its place in the Indian market, and from kids to adults, everyone loves it. And why shouldn’t they? After all, everyone can eat a super delicious pizza starting at just Rs 49. 

This vast fan base for Domino’s Pizza will make your business profitable with no doubt. But before continuing to know-how, you should know three types of Domino’s franchise outlets in India that you can consider opening:

1. Traditional Stores: These are the stores that most of you must have visited many times in your life. These stores provide options for delivery at your doorstep and dine-in. These Domino’s franchises have a large seating area where you can enjoy pizza, pasta, or hot choco-lava cake. 
2. Non-traditional Stores: You can mostly see these stores at airports, malls, and railway stations with no or very little space for dine-in. These stores majorly focus on takeaways or deliveries.  
3. Transitional Stores: These stores have little space for dine-in and are majorly involved in delivery services. So, we can say these stores have features of both traditional as well as non-traditional stores. 

Now that you are aware of the types of Domino’s franchises, we can move to the investment section and the requirements for opening a Domino’s franchise in India. 

Investment, Space and Requirements for Opening a Domino’s Franchise in India

The heading might be overwhelming, but the content won’t be. I will tell you one by one about all three so that it would be easy for you and you can absorb at your own pace. 

Investments

Opening a Domino’s franchise in India can include different expenses like space, furniture, kitchen utensils, franchise fees, and many more. In the following table, you can find the estimated cost for each of these expenses:

Note: These are estimated costs; they can vary from outlet to outlet. You can contact Domino’s franchise in India for the exact cost. 

Space Requirement for Opening Domino’s Outlet in India

The space required to open a Domino’s outlet can vary depending on the type of outlet you are planning to open. 

Note: Remember, I am providing you with the estimated outlet size. These space requirements can vary depending on the location. So, please read Domino’s franchise guidelines for further information.

Documentation and Other Requirements 

Apart from capital and space, you also need to submit certain documents and licences to Domino’s for opening a franchise in India. These documents are as follows:

1. Property’s Photos (images showing the right, left, and front views.)
2. Character Certificate (PCC)
3. Insurance 
4. Audit Report
5. GST Number
6. Aadhar Card
7. EPF/ESIC
8. Business Registration
9. Existing Business Proof
10. FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India license)
11. PAN Card (for tax purposes)
12. Property Paper (documents of whether the property is owned or leased, including area details.)
13. Sub-Franchise Agreement
14. Report on Business Turnover

Expected Return on Investment (ROI)

You can expect ROI after 2 or 3 years, depending upon the location and the type of store you are opening. You can expect a monthly profit of between Rs 3 lacs and 7 lacs and an annual profit of somewhere between Rs 36 lacs and 84 lacs. 

Steps to Apply for Domino’s Franchise in India

Opening a Domino’s franchise in India is not difficult; you just need to follow some steps, and you will be done. The steps to open Domino’s franchise are as follows:

1. Contact Jubilant FoodWorks Limited: Jubilant FoodWorks Limited acts as the Master Franchisee of Domino’s Pizza in various countries like India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal. They have all rights reserved for running the Domino’s franchise in these countries. So, you will have to contact [email protected] for franchise-related queries. 
2. Fill out the franchise application: Now, you will have to fill out the franchise application and provide supporting documents like your ID proof, property papers stating that the property belongs to you, bank statement, and other documents they have requested.
3. Evaluation by Domino’s: Domino’s will look into your submitted documents and will check whether the documents are proper or not. If they find the documents align with their guidelines, then they will approve your request and call you for a telephone interview. 
4. Telephonic Interview: Don’t be afraid after reading the word interview. They will just ask you some basic questions about how you are planning to open a franchise and about your strategies. After this interview, you will be called for a meeting with the franchise development manager to discuss the further process.  
5. Pay the fees: And now is the step you all are waiting for. You will be asked to sign the franchise agreement and pay the initial inventory and franchise fee according to the agreement. (Read the terms and conditions carefully). 
6. Training and skill development: When you sign a franchise agreement with Domino’s, they will provide training programs for you and your employees. This will cover how to run the business, marketing strategies, customer service skills, and making products. 
7. License to run the Domino’s franchise: This is the last step in which you will sign the agreement. You will have to get the licenses and permits you need to run a food business. And always remember to follow all local rules and legal requirements.

Congratulations! Now, you have your own Domino’s franchise in India. 

Wrapping Up!

Opening a Domino’s franchise in India is very easy. If you want to have a Domino’s franchise in India, now is the only time. You just have to follow some steps which I have mentioned above. But always remember that initially, you should have at least Rs 2 Crore to start your franchise, which is a big amount.  

So, before jumping to any conclusions, I suggest carefully reading their guidelines and agreement and doing proper research. Although Indians love Domino’s, there are many other factors that you should consider. 

Always look for a location where the inflow and outflow of people are greater, where there is no other option for pizza nearby, as choosing such locations will attract more people towards your store, and you will be able to extract more profit. Moreover, Domino’s India will always be there to support you and guide you. After all, there is a reputation for their brand. 

I hope I was able to provide clear insights in this article and will continue to do so. Tell me in the comments what other franchise you are looking to open. I will try to provide a guide for that too, and don’t forget to comment your fav pizza. 🙂