HDFC Bank Ranked India’s Most Valuable Brand in 2025

HDFC Bank Tops India’s Brand Value Rankings for 2025

HDFC Bank has secured the position of India’s most valuable brand in the Kantar BrandZ India rankings for 2025, reaffirming the dominance of financial and technology-driven companies in shaping the country’s economic and digital growth. The report indicates that brand strength in India is increasingly linked to digital transformation, consumer trust, and global market expansion.

Financial and Technology Leaders Dominate the Rankings

HDFC Bank leads the list with an estimated brand valuation of around $45 billion , followed closely by Tata Consultancy Services at $44.2 billion . Airtel, Infosys, and ICICI Bank complete the top five, marking the strong presence of telecom, IT services, and banking in the national brand landscape. Analysts noted that these sectors have shown impressive resilience and adaptability in navigating economic uncertainties.

BrandZ India Top 100 Valued at $523.5 Billion

The total brand value of the Top 100 Indian brands reached $523.5 billion , representing nearly 13% of India’s GDP. The rankings expanded to include 100 brands for the first time, reflecting broader economic participation. While overall growth was moderated, 34 brands recorded noticeable gains, driving a 6% year-on-year increase in total brand valuation.

Fastest-Growing Brands and New Entrants

Zomato continued its upward momentum as the fastest-growing brand for the second straight year, reaching rank 21 with a valuation of $6 billion . UltraTech Cement, Hyundai, Westside, and Zudio debuted in the list, while travel brands such as Taj, IndiGo, and MakeMyTrip posted strong double-digit gains driven by post-pandemic recovery and rising consumer spending.

Exam-Oriented Facts

• HDFC Bank : India’s most valuable brand at ~$45 billion .

• BrandZ Top 100 India value: $523.5 billion .

• Zomato : India’s fastest-rising brand for the second year.

• Travel brands (Taj, IndiGo) recorded 40%+ growth .