Pusa Basmati Rice

Pusa Basmati Rice

Certified under APEDA, FSSAI, and ISO standards for quality, safety, and export compliance.

Key highlights:

  • Developed by ICAR-IARI (Pusa Institute), New Delhi, one of the first basmati varieties released for cultivation.
  • Carries the classic basmati aroma that gave the variety its name and reputation.
  • Grain size is shorter than newer basmati types but keeps proper elongation and separates well after cooking.
  • Widely grown in Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, making it easy to source in bulk.
  • A preferred choice for everyday cooking due to its balance of aroma, taste, and price.
  • Milled and graded at Krishna Rice Mill to match export quality parameters.
  • Supplied with complete documentation for both domestic and international orders.

Pusa basmati rice carries the fragrance that first made basmati famous worldwide. It cooks up soft with a mild stickiness compared to longer varieties, yet the grain still separates cleanly and holds its shape well.

Krishna Rice Mill processes pusa basmati rice under strict grading checks to meet export benchmarks. Drawing on more than 35 years in the rice trade, we supply it in bulk to wholesalers, distributors, and buyers across international markets.

Available Forms of Pusa Basmati Rice

Pusa Basmati Rice

Pusa Raw Basmati Rice

Milled without any steaming, giving the natural white grain that most households and local markets prefer for daily cooking.

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Pusa Steam Basmati Rice

Lightly steamed before milling, which firms up the grain and keeps it separate after cooking. A common pick for bulk food-service orders.

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Pusa Sella Basmati Rice

Parboiled before milling, giving the grain a light golden tone and a firmer bite. Holds up well during storage and bulk transport.

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Pusa Golden Sella Basmati Rice

Goes through an extended parboiling process, resulting in a deeper golden shade and longer shelf life. Preferred in several export markets for its texture and appearance.

Full Specifications

ParameterSpecification
Purity92.00% Min.
Field Ad-mixture8.00% Max.
Average Grain Length7.40 - 7.50 mm
Elongation on CookingUp to 17 mm
MoistureUnder 12.5%
Broken GrainUnder 1%
Pin BrokenUnder 3%
Damaged GrainUnder 1%
Discolored GrainUnder 1%
Chalky KernelsUnder 5%
Immature GrainUnder 1 - 3%
Foreign MatterNil
Packaging OptionsPP Bag, Non-Woven Bag, Jute Bag, BOPP Bag, or Plastic Pouch
Available FormsRaw, Steam, Sella, Golden Sella

Grain and quality parameters shown above reflect typical export-grade specification for Pusa basmati rice. Confirm exact figures against your own quality control and lab testing records before publishing.

Source premium Pusa Basmati Rice directly from the mill.

Quality & Applications

Why Choose Our Pusa Basmati Rice

  • One of the original basmati varieties, known for genuine aroma and taste.
  • Consistent milling quality with low broken grain across every batch.
  • Available in Raw, Steam, Sella, and Golden Sella forms from a single supplier.
  • Budget-friendly compared to extra-long basmati varieties, without losing on fragrance.

Uses & Applications

  • Everyday home cooking, where aroma and taste matter more than grain length.
  • Hotel, restaurant, and catering (HORECA) bulk supply.
  • Retail and private label packaging for domestic and export markets.
  • Institutional and food-service bulk orders.
  • Suitable for both small retail packs and large-volume bulk shipments.

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FAQs

Q1: What is Pusa basmati rice?

Ans: Pusa basmati rice is one of the earliest basmati varieties developed by ICAR-IARI, known for its natural aroma, good elongation, and reliable cooking quality.

Ans: It depends on use. Raw suits daily cooking, Steam suits food service, while Sella and Golden Sella offer firmer texture and longer shelf life for bulk orders.

Ans: Yes, Pusa Basmati 1886 is a paddy variety developed by ICAR-IARI, bred for better yield and grain quality within the Pusa basmati rice family.

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