By Editor By this point, you must already know that India actually is the 2nd largest tea producer in the entire world, but it is also true that in this context, China is way ahead of us. Anyway, do you even know where all this tea is grown and produced in India? Well, Assam’s name always comes up because it quite literally accounts for about 50% of the total tea production of the entire country. But other than that, which are the other states where tea is grown? Can you guess? If not, well, there is nothing to be disappointed about, just keep on reading this post on the Top 10 Highest Tea Producing States in India 2025. Here we go.
1. Assam
There is no doubt about who the leader deserves to be when nearly half of a country’s total tea comes from one state. In 2025, Assam alone will produce 6.65 lakh tonnes of tea, which makes it the largest tea-producing state in India, once again, of course. The tea of Assam, grown mostly in the verdant Brahmaputra Valley, is characterized by its strong flavor and rich color, which is why it is a worldwide staple in breakfast blends. Besides Dibrugarh, Jorhat, and Tinsukia are several old and large tea plantations in India.
2. West Bengal
While Assam may lead with the highest volume, West Bengal is undoubtedly the second most visually attractive contributor to the Indian tea production list. Being placed #2 in the Indian tea production chart for 2025, the state makes a total contribution of 4.15 lakh tonnes that accounts for more than 31% of the country’s output. However, the most valuable thing there is, without a doubt, Darjeeling, the “Champagne of Teas” by its floral aroma and light liquor, once again. What is more, the Dooars area is barely making up the most significant part of the volume.
3. Tamil Nadu
When thinking about tea, the first thing that may not come to your mind is Tamil Nadu, but this state has been third on the list for the last few years, and 2025 is not an exception. This state made a contribution of about 1.70 lakh tonnes of tea this year, which accounts for nearly 12.78% of the total tea production in India. The Nilgiri Hills are the place where the magic is done, the cool, misty weather giving the tea a bright liquor and a clean finish. Whether you are consuming tea blends from local markets or drinking exports abroad, there is a great possibility that Nilgiri tea is a part of the mix.
4. Kerala
Kerala in the fourth position, though it may not have the same volume as the top three, is famous for its quiet and soft nature of the product, approximately 0.62 lakh tonnes. Munnar, Wayanad, and Idukki, with their location in the Western Ghats, are not only neighborhoods but also the source of the uniqueness of Kerala tea.
5. Tripura
Tripura is ranked number five this year, with a production of about 0.09 lakh tonnes of tea. This volume represents less than 1% of the total tea production in India; however, the point that makes the state unique is the path it has been taking. The tea is mostly grown in West Tripura and Dhalai, and the two have combined to increase the output using the state government and small-scale growers.
6. Karnataka
Despite being more famous for coffee, Karnataka has ranked 6th this year with a decent 0.05 lakh tonnes of tea production. The Western Ghats region of Chikmagalur and Coorg is not only good for coffee but also for tea. The tea produced here is gentle, pleasant, and frequently cultivated with the application of environmentally friendly methods. Although the Garden State isn’t making news, its steady supply of Indian tea should be acknowledged.
7. Arunachal Pradesh
Ranking seventh on the list, Arunachal Pradesh is expected to produce approximately 0.02 lakh tonnes of tea in 2025. It is not a significant quantity; however, the singularity and the unspoiled nature of its teas have started attracting attention. The tea of the Siang and Tirap areas is hand-picked, frequently made in limited quantities, and is getting popular in high-end export markets.
8. Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is the eighth largest tea producer in India and is known for its Kangra Valley tea, which has a rich legacy. The state made a very small quantity of tea, around 0.01 lakh tonnes, in 2025, but its contribution to Indian tea history cannot be ignored. Locally, the tea growing tradition goes back to the colonial period, and those tea bushes that are grown in the region have recently been granted a Geographical Indications (GI) tag for their pure orthodox black and green teas.
9. Sikkim
Coming to the next point in our list, Sikkim is ranked ninth, but is the leader in going completely organic. In 2025, the state made close to 0.01 lakh tonnes of tea. One can consider that to be a minuscule amount, but quality here takes precedence over quantity. The Temi Tea Garden, four seasons-style, nestled in the beautiful hills of South Sikkim, is the landmark tea estate of the state, generating 100% organic tea which is being shipped to Europe, Japan, and other high-end markets.
10. Meghalaya
At number ten on this list is Meghalaya, a state that is still new to the national tea scene but is making gradual progress. It makes a modest entry into the top 10 with a production figure of just under 0.01 lakh tonnes in 2025. The areas Ri-Bhoi and West Garo Hills are the major tea-growing regions where the cool climate and frequent rain have provided good conditions for tea.
Conclusion
That is pretty much it. Almost all the tea is grown or produced in these ten states, which contribute to a BIG national tea production every single year. And sure enough, when something goes wrong with the production of these states, you’ll certainly see the price fluctuate quite a bit because of that in the nation in the tea prices.