Quick answer: In India, genuine Ajwa khajoor from Madinah typically sells for about ₹1,000 to ₹1,900 per kilogram online, and ₹550 to ₹1,000 for a 500 gram pack, depending on grade and season. Anything far below ₹900 per kilogram is unlikely to be original Ajwa. Real Ajwa is small, dark brown to almost black, with fine wrinkles, a soft texture and a mildly sweet, not sugary, taste. Tamooriya ships farm-direct Madinah Ajwa to every Indian city with tracked delivery.
What is Ajwa khajoor?
Ajwa is a date variety grown almost exclusively in and around Madinah in Saudi Arabia. It is the most sought-after date in the Muslim world because of its mention in the hadith, and it is traditionally eaten at suhoor and iftar during Ramadan, with seven dates in the morning being a common practice. In India it is known as Ajwa khajoor or Ajwa khajur, and demand peaks from Ramadan through Eid and again during the wedding season.
Ajwa khajoor price in India
| Pack size | Typical online price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 250 g | ₹300 to ₹500 | Trial size; often sold in tins |
| 500 g | ₹550 to ₹1,000 | Most common gift pack |
| 1 kg | ₹1,000 to ₹1,900 | Best value for families in Ramadan |
| Premium or Jumbo grade, 1 kg | ₹1,800 to ₹2,500 | Larger, softer, current harvest |
Prices on Indian marketplaces vary widely because quality varies widely. The cheapest listings are often mixed with Safawi or other dark dates, older stock, or small broken fruit. Price is one of the quickest ways to judge authenticity.
How to identify original Ajwa dates
- Size: small to medium, about 3 to 4 centimetres. Very large dates sold as Ajwa are usually Safawi or Mabroom.
- Colour: deep brown to black, with a slightly dusty, matte skin and fine wrinkles. Shiny, uniformly black dates have often been oiled.
- Texture: soft and slightly fibrous, never sticky or syrupy.
- Taste: gentle, dry sweetness with a hint of raisin and cinnamon. If it tastes like jaggery, it is not Ajwa.
- Seed: small and slender compared to the fruit.
- Origin label: look for Madinah or Al Madinah Al Munawwarah on the pack and a harvest year.
Ajwa vs Safawi vs Medjool: a quick comparison for Indian buyers
| Date | Origin | Size and taste | Typical 1 kg price in India |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ajwa | Madinah | Small, dark, mildly sweet | ₹1,000 to ₹1,900 |
| Safawi | Madinah | Long, black, sweeter and chewier | ₹500 to ₹900 |
| Medjool | Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Morocco | Very large, caramel-like | ₹900 to ₹1,800 |
| Sukkari | Al Qassim | Golden, very soft, very sweet | ₹600 to ₹1,100 |
Ajwa khajoor nutrition
Dates are naturally rich in fibre and minerals. USDA FoodData Central lists dates at about 277 kilocalories, 7 grams of fibre and around 650 to 700 milligrams of potassium per 100 grams. Ajwa is also notably rich in polyphenols, which peer-reviewed studies published on PubMed have examined for antioxidant activity. Ajwa is a nutritious whole food, but it is not a medicine, and anyone managing a health condition should take advice from their doctor on portion size.
Where to buy Ajwa dates online in India
You can buy Ajwa on Amazon, Flipkart and JioMart, from dry fruit shops in Crawford Market in Mumbai, Chandni Chowk in Delhi, Charminar in Hyderabad, Russell Market in Bangalore and Broadway in Kochi, or directly from a Gulf-based importer. Buying direct from a specialist based in the UAE or Saudi Arabia has one big advantage: the dates have not passed through several wholesalers and months of warm storage before reaching you. Tamooriya ships Ajwa from Dubai with temperature-controlled storage and tracked courier delivery to Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Kerala and all other Indian cities and towns. Shipping cost and delivery time to your pin code are shown at checkout.
Buying Ajwa for Ramadan 2027 in India
Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin around 7 or 8 February in India, subject to moon sighting. Courier demand from the Gulf is heavy in the fortnight before, so order international deliveries by mid January. For a family of four, 1 kilogram usually covers iftar for the first two weeks; buy 2 kilograms for the full month or if you will be hosting.
How to store Ajwa in Indian weather
Indian summers and monsoon humidity are hard on dates. Keep Ajwa in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it stays soft for six months or more. Do not leave the open packet in the kitchen cupboard, especially in Mumbai, Chennai or Kolkata humidity, or the dates will either dry out or absorb moisture.
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of 1 kg Ajwa dates in India?
Around ₹1,000 to ₹1,900 for genuine Madinah Ajwa, and up to ₹2,500 for premium current-harvest grades.
How can I tell if Ajwa dates are original?
Small size, matte dark skin with fine wrinkles, soft dry texture, mild taste, and a label naming Madinah. Very cheap or very large dates are usually not Ajwa.
Is Ajwa available in Kerala, Hyderabad and Mumbai?
Yes, both in local dry fruit markets and by online delivery. Direct importers deliver to every pin code served by major couriers.
Why is Ajwa more expensive than other dates?
It grows only in a small area around Madinah, yields are limited, and demand is worldwide.
Can I eat Ajwa daily?
Yes, in sensible portions. Three to seven dates a day is common practice. Those with diabetes should follow medical advice.
Order original Ajwa from Tamooriya
Tamooriya sources Ajwa dates from Madinah directly from farms in the current harvest and keeps them cold until dispatch, so they arrive in India soft and fresh. For gifting, see our premium gift box, and for a wider look at the season read Buy Ajwa Dates Online in India and Best Dates for Ramadan 2027.
Sources: USDA FoodData Central; Saudipedia (Ajwa dates of Madinah); peer-reviewed studies on Ajwa date polyphenols indexed on PubMed; Indian marketplace price surveys, November 2026.
