By Editor By this point, many of you might think that the staple crop of India is wheat, but that’s not factually true. See, in reality, it is rice that is the staple of India, and the importance of rice is literally in every corner of the country. And thankfully, India is the 2nd largest rice producer in the world, which means we can easily fulfill our consumption needs and even export rice to other nations as well. But that’s just thanks to some states in India that are known for rice production, and they keep on doing that every single year. So, if you also love rice and were feeling just curious about where does all this rice comes from, then just keep on reading this list of the Top 10 Highest Rice Producing States in India 2025.
1. West Bengal
West Bengal is famous for being the number one producer of rice in India, and it is no surprise that it still holds the title. The state managed to produce close to 15.75 million tonnes of rice from an area of 5.46 million hectares in 2025, which contributed to an excellent 13.7-14% share of the total output of the country. What are the factors that make West Bengal stay ahead? Its three-season paddy cultivation is the major reason that goes by the name of Aus, Aman, and Boro, which guarantees almost continuous production throughout the year. The areas of Bardhaman, Birbhum, and Nadia are still going strong as the main production belts.
2. Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh, with 5.86 million hectares, produced 12.50 million tonnes of rice. Uttar Pradesh is responsible for about 12.5% of the national rice output in 2025, placing it second. Uttar Pradesh has diversified its agriculture in such a way that the state is making use of both high-yield modern hybrids and traditional varieties such as Kalanamak while still maintaining its eastern heritage zones and the fertile Gangetic plains. Besides that, it is a major Basmati state, with the northwestern area being the most significant, where the crop is grown.
3. Punjab
Punjab stood at number three and produced nearly 11.82 million tonnes from 2.97 million hectares in 2025. The state that holds the record for the Green Revolution era in India is thriving by applying the high input package of farming and through the extensive use of irrigation. Paddy and wheat are both grown annually by the farmers of the state. Besides that, Punjab is still the export center of Basmati, with a large number of the 1121 and 1509 varieties being grown.
4. Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu ranks fourth with a production of 7.98 million tonnes from 2.04 million hectares. The Cauvery delta, particularly the area near Thanjavur, remains the mainstay of rice production, and this is how the region has been getting its name: the “Rice Bowl of Tamil Nadu.” Moreover, research organizations such as TRRI Aduthurai back up the work of improving varieties and research that is specific to the delta.
5. Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh stands at number five and it has given a production of 7.49 million tonnes from 2.16 million hectares. The Godavari and Krishna river basins are the main sources of fertile soil in the state, through which Andhra is called “Rice Granary of South India.” The popular Sona Masoori variety is still the backbone of the state’s paddy profile.
6. Bihar
Bihar mopped the sixth position and gave an output of nearly 6.50 million tonnes from 3.21 million hectares. The fact that Bihar will be focusing on climate-resilient rice varieties is what differentiates it in 2025. By getting aid from the Bihar Agricultural University, farmers have cultivated improved varieties such as the Sabour Katarni Dhan-1 and Sabour Shri Sub-1, which are suitable for a greater yield and resistance to floods.
7. Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh is in the seventh spot with a production of 6.09 million tonnes from 3.82 million hectares. Even in 2025, its moniker, “Rice Bowl of Central India,” still makes sense. Besides that, the state contributes almost 7% of the total output of India and keeps traditional rice types such as Jeera Phool and Dubraj, known for their distinct fragrance and local significance.
8. Odisha
Odisha comes in at number eight this year with an aggregate yield of 5.87 million tonnes from 3.94 million hectares. The state is the most significant producer of parboiled rice in India by far, contributing over 90% of the total. Odisha is not only thinking about the domestic market but also looking at the export market seriously, with investments in infrastructure that range from cold chains to cargo-ready rural airports.
9. Assam
Assam occupies the ninth position with a production of 5.14 million tonnes from 2.46 million hectares. The state of Assam is known for its fragrant varieties such as Joha and Boka Chaul, and the rice culture of Assam is deeply rooted. Although the rain falls somewhat oddly in the main districts, there are still drought fears in 2025, which has led scientists to recommend drought-resistant varieties and activities such as Direct Seeded Rice.
10. Haryana
With this data, the list comes to an end at number 10, where the state of Haryana contributed 4.14 million tonnes covering an area of 1.35 million hectares. Even though the state is smaller in size, it is still a very high-efficiency producer, supported by Green Revolution practices, reliable irrigation, and a concentration on water-saving methods. The yield per hectare is still significantly higher than the country as a whole or the other states that we mentioned today on this list. Rice may not be the staple in Haryana, but it certainly is a major crop that the agriculture industry relies on.
Conclusion
That’s all there is for now. If you look at the overall rice production of the country, these are the ten states that contribute the most to the total production amount. So, the price of the rice totally depends upon how much rice these states are producing every single year.