Children's books

Children's books in India: prices and what to check

Updated 4 November 2026

Children's books in India usually cost between ₹83 and ₹699 per title. These are approximate prices, according to sellers' websites, November 2026: board books and single picture books are the cheapest, while hardcover picture books and gift sets cost the most. Describe the age, language and format on BlaBlaPrice and sellers will reply with their offers.

Age, language and format

Children's books are sold for specific age groups, so state the child's age in years. Board books suit the youngest children, while picture books and story collections suit older ones. India has many languages in print, so name the one you want, such as English, Hindi or a regional language. Say whether you want a board book, paperback or hardcover, and whether a used copy is acceptable.

Toys and gadgets in a set

Toys for children under 14 must meet Bureau of Indian Standards requirements, and certified toys carry the ISI mark. Printed books on their own are not what these toy rules cover, but a sound book or a set that includes a plaything is. Check the mark on those items, and ask the seller to confirm it before you pay.

Humidity in the wet season

The climate is tropical, with a wet season and a dry season instead of winter and summer, and it stays warm all year. Damp weather can warp covers and spoil pages, so ask for books in sealed or plastic-wrapped packs, and store them on a shelf away from walls. For a gift that will sit in a humid room, a board book handles rough use better than paper.

How books are bought and delivered

Books are priced per title and box sets per set, so state how many books you want. Name the delivery city, which can be Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad or Chennai, or a town nearby. Ask whether the price includes delivery and whether the book is new or used, because the two are priced differently.

Requests on BlaBlaPrice are free for buyers. Describe the book or set in your own words in the chat, add a photo of the cover if you have one, and the AI will ask for anything missing, such as the child's age. It then looks through sellers' websites and price lists in India and shows the prices and businesses it found. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice reply with their own offer, price and delivery terms, and your contacts stay hidden until you decide to exchange them. For learning toys and games, see toys, or start from the Baby & Kids section.