How to Start a PVC Card Printing Business in India (2025 Guide)
The demand for durable PVC cards in India is exploding. From Aadhaar and Ayushman Bharat cards to employee IDs and student badges, the market is vast. If you own a Xerox shop or want to start a side business, PVC printing is a high-margin opportunity. Here is your roadmap to getting started.
Why Start This Business?
- ✅ High Demand: Everyone needs IDs.
- ✅ Low Entry Barrier: Start with <₹30k.< /li>
- ✅ High Margins: Printing cost ₹5-15, Sell for ₹50-100.
- ✅ Scalable: Add more printers as you grow.
Target Customers
- 🎯 Common Services Centers (CSC)
- 🎯 Schools & Colleges (Bulk IDs)
- 🎯 Offices (Employee Badges)
- 🎯 Walk-in Customers (Govt IDs)
1. Choose Your Equipment
You have two main paths depending on your budget:
Option A: Low Cost (Inkjet)
Best for starters & low volume.
- Printer: Epson L805 / L850 (~₹25,000)
- Material: Inkjet PVC Dragon Sheets
- Quality: Good, but requires manual cutting/fusing.
Option B: Professional (Thermal)
Best for speed & bulk quality.
- Printer: HID Fargo / Evolis (~₹60,000+)
- Material: Blank CR80 Cards + Ribbons
- Quality: Professional, Waterproof, Instant.
2. Legal Requirements
Operate legally to avoid fines. Basic requirements include:
- Shop Act License: Mandatory for any commercial establishment.
- GST Registration: Recommended if you plan to deal with corporate clients (B2B).
- Permissions: Do not print unauthorized copies of restricted IDs (e.g., Police/Defense). Always verify customer identity.
3. The Secret Weapon: Software Efficiency
The biggest "hidden cost" in this business is Time.
Formatting a PDF file to a perfect card size in Photoshop can take 10-15 minutes per customer. If you have 10 customers waiting, you lose business.
Enter PVC Pro
Our software automates the cropping and formatting process. Upload a PDF, and get a print-ready file in 30 seconds.
- ✓ Auto-Crop Aadhar, PAN, Ayushman
- ✓ Perfect CR80 Dimensions
- ✓ Bulk Processing for Efficiency
Ready to start your journey?
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