7 small business ideas you can start with just Rs 5,000
From homemade soap to pet care kits, here are seven low-investment businesses built around everyday demand
Starting a business does not always need big capital. A small venture with very low investment can be built up gradually, and businesses tied to everyday needs tend to have steady market demand. Here are 7 easy businesses that can be started with a starting capital of just Rs 5,000.
The first idea is a soap-making business from home. This needs soap base, essential oil, colour, moulds and packaging material. To begin with, soaps in different designs and fragrances can be made in small quantities and sold to people nearby. Later, bigger customers can be reached through social media.
The second is an incense stick making business. Along with worship, almost every household needs incense sticks for everyday use. This can be started on a small scale by sourcing raw material, fragrant oil and packaging material. The finished incense sticks can easily be sold to local shops and nearby customers.
The third idea is a paper bag making business. Restrictions on plastic bags have sharply increased demand for paper bags across shops big and small. Paper bags of different designs and sizes can be made at home, and direct orders can be taken from grocery stores, bakeries, clothing shops and gift shops.
The fourth is a candle-making business. Besides ordinary candles, decorative and scented candles are also popular these days. This business can be started at low cost with wax, wicks, moulds, scented oil and packaging material. Demand for these candles rises during festivals and the gifting season, which can bring good profit.
The fifth idea is an emergency home kit business. Every household suddenly needs small items like tape, glue, thread, rubber bands, small scissors and cable ties. All these essential items can be put together and sold as a compact home kit. Different kinds of kits can be designed based on what customers need.
The sixth is a packing service for people shifting homes. Packing up all the belongings while shifting house takes a lot of effort and time. This service involves going to people's homes to sort items properly, pack them safely and label the boxes. Most of the cost here goes into packing material and the necessary tools.
The seventh idea is a monthly pet care kit delivery service. Households that keep pets need several essential items every month. A small kit made up of pet wipes, grooming accessories, poop bags and other basic items can be offered as a service. Monthly packages can be prepared based on what customers need and delivered directly to their homes.
