One of the most common questions from businesses evaluating RFID in India is: "How much do RFID tags cost?" The answer varies widely depending on frequency, form factor, quantity, and chip type. This guide provides a comprehensive price reference for all major RFID tag types sold in India as of 2026.

UHF RFID Tag Prices in India (865 MHz, EPC Gen 2)

Tag TypePrice Range (India)Min. Order Qty
UHF Wet Inlay (no liner)Rs.3–Rs.8 per piece1,000 pcs
UHF Printed Label (with barcode/logo)Rs.8–Rs.20 per piece500 pcs
UHF Hard Tag (ABS plastic)Rs.25–Rs.80 per piece100 pcs
On-Metal UHF TagRs.40–Rs.200 per piece50 pcs
Ceramic UHF Tag (high-temp)Rs.300–Rs.800 per piece20 pcs
UHF Laundry TagRs.30–Rs.80 per piece100 pcs
UHF Windshield TagRs.20–Rs.60 per piece100 pcs

HF RFID Tag Prices in India (13.56 MHz)

Tag TypePrice Range (India)Min. Order Qty
Mifare Classic 1K Card (PVC)Rs.18–Rs.35 per piece100 pcs
NTAG213 NFC StickerRs.8–Rs.20 per piece100 pcs
HF Keyfob (Mifare)Rs.20–Rs.50 per piece50 pcs
Silicone RFID WristbandRs.35–Rs.120 per piece50 pcs
Disposable Event WristbandRs.12–Rs.35 per piece100 pcs

LF RFID Tag Prices in India (125 kHz)

Tag TypePrice RangeMin. Order Qty
LF EM4100 Proximity CardRs.10–Rs.20 per piece100 pcs
LF Keyfob (EM4100)Rs.15–Rs.30 per piece50 pcs
FDX-B Animal Ear Tag (ISO 11784)Rs.40–Rs.100 per piece50 pcs

What Affects RFID Tag Pricing?

  • Quantity: Price per tag drops 30–60% when ordering 10,000+ vs 100 pcs
  • Chip type: Impinj Monza R6 costs more than generic chips but offers better read performance
  • Form factor: Hard tags cost 5–10x more than inlays due to housing and assembly
  • Customisation: Printed logos, sequential encoding, and special shapes add Rs.2–Rs.20 per tag
  • GST: 18% GST applies to RFID tags (HSN 8543)

Bulk Discount Tiers at India RFID Store

We offer progressive volume discounts: 5% off from 500 pcs, 10% from 2,000 pcs, 15% from 5,000 pcs, and custom OEM pricing from 20,000 pcs. Contact us for a formal quotation.

Frequently asked questions

Why do on-metal RFID tags cost more than standard UHF labels?

On-metal tags cost more because they need a ferrite or foam spacer layer plus a rugged housing to stop the metal surface detuning the antenna. That extra material and assembly is why they sit at Rs.40–Rs.200 each against Rs.3–Rs.8 for a plain wet inlay.

Do I need an RFID printer to encode UHF labels myself?

Yes, encoding labels in-house requires an RFID-capable thermal transfer printer, which typically starts from around Rs.1.5 lakh and rises with print resolution and speed. For low or irregular volumes, ordering pre-encoded and pre-printed labels from your tag supplier usually works out cheaper than owning a printer.

Is RFID cheaper than barcode labels for inventory tracking?

Per label, barcodes are far cheaper — often under a rupee against Rs.3–Rs.8 for a UHF inlay. RFID wins on total cost where you scan in bulk, since one reader pass counts hundreds of items without line of sight and removes the manual scanning labour every stock cycle.

Will RFID tags bought from the US or China work with Indian readers?

Most EPC Gen 2 inlays are broadband and function across 860–960 MHz, but tags tuned specifically for the US 902–928 MHz band lose noticeable read range on India's 865–867 MHz allocation. Always ask the supplier for inlays optimised or tested at 865 MHz before placing a bulk order.

Do RFID tags need WPC or BIS certification in India?

Passive RFID tags need no WPC approval because they have no transmitter of their own; the compliance burden sits on the reader, which requires WPC ETA for the 865–867 MHz band. Sourcing from a certified Indian supplier such as India RFID Store keeps that reader-side documentation in order.

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