Who is the Richest YouTuber in India 2026? Full List of Top 20 Creators

As of early 2026, the top 20 richest YouTubers in India are guided by creators like Technical Guruji (₹ 356 Crore), Samay Raina (INR 150 Crore ($16.5 million) to INR 210 Crore ($23.1 million), Bhuvan Bam (₹ 122 Crore), Amit Bhadana (₹ 80 Crore ($8.7M) and CarryMinati (₹ 50 to ₹ 131 Crore), have transformed content creation into a multi-Crore industry.

With massive subscriber bases, they generate wealth through ad revenue, brand partnerships, and ventures like merchandise and acting.

Quick Answer:

The top richest YouTubers in India 2026 are: Gaurav Chaudhary (Technical Guruji): ₹ 356 Crore, Samay Raina: INR 150 Crore ($16.5 million) to INR 210 Crore ($23.1 million), Bhuvan Bam (BB Ki Vines): ₹ 122 Crore, Triggered Insaan : ₹ 89 crore ($ 9.6 million), Amit Bhadana: ₹ 80 Crore ($8.7M), Beer Biceps (Ranveer Allahbadia): ₹ 60 Crore ($6.5M), Emiway Bantai: ₹ 50-₹ 60 Crore ($ 5.4 million to $ 6.4 million), Ajey Nagar (CarryMinati): ₹ 50 to ₹ 131 Crore ($6M), Tanmay Bhatt: ₹ 50 Crore ($5.4M), Elvish Yadav: ₹ 80 Crore ($8.7M), Harsh Beniwal: ₹ 60 Crore ($6.5M), Nisha Madhulika: ₹ 43 Crore ($4.7M), Sandeep Maheshwari; ₹ 41 Crore ($4M), Sourav Joshi: ₹ 25 to ₹ 40 Crore ($ 2.7 million to $ 4.3 million), Ashish Chanchlani: ₹ 40 Crore ($4.3M), Abhishek Malhan: ₹ 8 to ₹ 40 Crore ($ 865k to $ 4.3 million), Gaurav Taneja: ₹ 39 Crore ($4.2M), Dhruv Rathee: ₹ 24 Crore ($2.6M), Purav Jha: ₹ 20 Crore ($ 2.16 million) and Faizal Khan: ₹ 5 Crore ($549K).

Who is the No. 1 Richest YouTuber in India?

Gaurav Chaudhary, known as Technical Guruji, is the No. 1 richest YouTuber in India; he began his YouTube journey in the year 2017. Since then, the ladder of his dedication and consistency has taken him to success. He started a channel to instigate technology in India. His reviews on gadgets bring immense popularity amongst tech enthusiasts. 

While Gaurav has achieved significant milestones in his career, the major achievement of his life was being introduced to the Forbes 30 list in 2020. He has 23.8 million subscribers and more than 6121 videos on his channel, which supports his exceedingly high income. 

Read further down to discover the Top 20 Richest YouTubers in India.

List of Top Richest YouTubers in India by Net Worth (Updated 2026)

YouTuber’s Name	Channel’s Name	Networth (₹)	Networth($)	Subscriber’s Count
Gaurav Chaudhary	Technical Guruji	Approx ₹ 356 Crore	Approx $ 45 million	23.8 million
Samay Raina	Samay Raina	₹ 150 Crore to ₹ 210 Crore	$16.5 million to $23.1 million	7.37 million
Bhuvan Avnindra Shankar Bam	BB Ki Vines	Approx ₹ 122 Crore	Approx $ 25 million	26.6 million
Nischay Malhan	Nischay Malhan Triggered Insaan	Approx ₹ 89 Crore	Approx $ 9.6 million	29.37 million (Combined)
Amit Bhadana	Amit Bhadana	Approx ₹ 80 Crore	Approx $ 8.6 million	24.4 million
Elvish Yadav	Elvish yadav Elvish Yadav Vlogs	Approx ₹ 80 Crore	Approx $ 8.6 million	24.5 million (combined)
Ranveer Allahbadia	BeerBiceps	Approx ₹ 60 Crore	Approx $ 7 million	11 million
Harsh Beniwal	TheHarshBeniwal	Approx ₹ 60 Crore	Approx $ 7.2 million	16.4 million
Emiway Bantai	Emiway Bantai	Approx ₹ 50 Crore to ₹ 60 Crore	Approx $ 5.4 million to $ 6.4 million	22.2 million
Ajey Nagar	Carry Minati	Approx ₹ 55 Crore	Approx $ 6 million	45.3 million
Tanmay Bhat	Tanmay Bhat	Approx ₹ 50 Crore	Approx $ 5 million	5.3 million
Nisha Madhulika	nishamadhulika	Approx ₹ 43 Crore	Approx $ 5.5 million	15.1 million
Sandeep Maheshwari	SandeepSeminars	Approx ₹ 41 Crore	Approx $ 5 million	28.4 million
Ashish Chanchlani	ashishchanchlanivines	Approx ₹ 40 Crore	Approx $ 4.3 million	32.4 million
Gaurav Taneja	FlyingBeast320	Approx ₹ 39 Crore	Approx $ 4.8 million	9.28 million
Sourav Joshi	Sourav Joshi Vlogs	Approx ₹ 25 Crore to ₹ 40 Crore	Approx $ 2.7 million to 4.3 million	39.5 million
Abhishek Malhan	Fukra Insaan	Approx ₹ 8 Crore to ₹ 40 Crore	Approx $ 865k to $ 4.3 million	13 million
Dhruv Rathee	dhruvrathee	Approx ₹ 24 Crore	Approx $ 3 million	29.2 million
Purav Jha	Purav Jha	Approx ₹ 20 Crore	Approx $ 2.16 million	5.62 million
Faizal Khan	khangsresearchcentre1685	Approx ₹ 5 Crore	Approx $ 0.68 million	25.4 million

Top 20 Richest YouTubers in India 2026 Based on Net Worth and Income

Along with Gaurav Chaudhary, there are plenty of Indian YouTubers who have made a significant net worth after becoming famous on YouTube. 

Some influencers like Gaurav Taneja, Ranveer Allahbadia, and Sandeep Maheshwari have also ventured into business, while a few of them, like Amit Bhadana and Bhuvan Bam, chose acting to increase their valuations. 

Following up, we have discussed in detail about these YouTubers, along with their net worth.

Gaurav Chaudhary, also known as Technical Guruji, is the richest YouTuber in India with a net worth of approx ₹ 356 Crore. His YouTube career started in 2012, and by 2017, his channel gained 10 million subscribers on YouTube. Today, he is the face of the Gadget 360 show on NDTV.

Gaurav’s success can be credited to his ability to explain challenging concepts in simplified language. He also won the Tech Creator Award at the inaugural National Creators’ Award in 2024.

YouTube Subscribers	23.8 million
YouTube Channel	Technical Guruji
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 356 Crore ($39.1M)
Instagram ID	technicalguruji
Channel Founded On	2015
Source of Income	YouTube Cybersecurity Company Gadget 360 Show Family Grocery Store

As of 2026, Samay Raina’s estimated net worth may range from $16.5 million (INR 150 Crore) to $23.1 million (INR 210 Crore). This makes him one of the richest YouTubers in India, with a major income source being sponsorships, merchandise sales, and affiliate earnings.

YouTube Subscribers	7.37 million
YouTube Channel	Samay Raina
Net Worth	Approx $16.5 million (₹ 150 Crore) to  $23.1 million (₹ 210 Crore).
Instagram ID	@maisamayhoon
Channel Founded On	Sep 23, 2013
Source of Income	YouTube Sponsorships Merchandise Sales Affiliate Earnings

One of the earliest Indian comedic YouTube content creators, Bhuvan Bam, succeeded in becoming the reason for the laughs of many and received love in return from millions of his subscribers. He hails from Gujarat, and when he started creating content, he was studying at Shaheed Bhagat Singh College of Delhi University. 

In his videos, he mimicked an urban teenager and his witty conversation with friends. He has also released multiple songs and has starred in series such as Taza Khabar and Dhindhora. Bhuvan Bam is the 2nd richest YouTuber in India, with an estimated net worth of approx ₹ 122 Crore.

YouTube Subscribers	26.6 million
YouTube Channel	BB Ki Vines
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 122 Crore ($13.5M)
Instagram ID	bhuvan.bam22
Channel Founded On	2015
Source of Income	Sponsors YouTube Ads OTT Platforms  Music Royalties  Brand Collaborations

The famous Triggered Insaan is a top Indian YouTuber, live streamer, and content creator known for his humorous commentary, roasts, and gaming videos. His real name is Nischay Malhan and he was born in Delhi. This 30-year-old creator boasts over 29.37 million YouTube subscribers, engaging fans with relatable, high-energy content. He earns upto $12K – $197K per month, making him one of the richest YouTubers in India. His net worth is around ₹ 89 Crore (Approx $ 9.6 million).

Youtube Subscribers	Triggered Insaan (25.6M subscribers) Nischay Malhan (3.77M subscribers)
YouTube Channel	@triggeredinsaan @NischayMalhanReacts
Net Worth	₹ 89 Crore (Approx $ 9.6 million)
Instagram ID	@triggeredinsaan
Channel Founded On	July 17, 2014
Source of Income	YouTube Ad Revenue Brand Endorsements Sponsorships & Collaborations Merchandise

Amit is famous for his YouTube parody and vlogging videos and is counted among the top vloggers in India. He started his career in 2016 with uploads of his dubbing or mimicry on Facebook. After opening his YouTube channel, his first major hit took place in 2017 with his video “Exam Be Like.”

Amit Bhadana has extended his career to not only creating parodies but also producing multiple songs such as “Father Saab,” in memory of his father, and dubbing a song by Eminem. In 2020, he was the brand ambassador of the Mobile Premier League. Moreover, Amit Bhadana becomes the 3rd richest YouTuber in India with a net worth of approx ₹ 80 Crore.

Youtube Subscribers	24.4 million
YouTube Channel	Amit Bhadana
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 80 Crore ($8.7M)
Instagram ID	theamitbhadana
Channel Founded On	2017
Source of Income	Acting YouTube Brand Endorsements

Siddharth Yadav, widely recognized as Elvish Yadav, is a well-known YouTuber, reality TV star, singer, and social media influencer. He was born on September 14, 1997, in Gurugram, Haryana. He gained wider fame by winning the trophy of a popular reality show, Bigg Boss OTT 2, as a wildcard entrant and achieved massive societal acceptance.

He has a massive net worth of ₹ 80 Crore ($8.7M) as of early 2026. 

Youtube Subscribers	24.5 million (Combined of two channels)
YouTube Channel	Elvish yadav Elvish Yadav Vlogs
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 80 Crore ($8.7M)
Instagram ID	elvish_yadav
Channel Founded On	Elvish Yadav: 2016 Elvish Yadav Vlogs: 2019
Source of Income	Acting YouTube Brand Endorsements

Having received good recognition on YouTube via intellectual podcasts and self-growth videos, Ranveer Allahbadia, aka Beer Biceps, has two channels: Beer Biceps and Ranveer Allahbadia. His content journey started in December 2014 with fitness and weight loss-related content. 

Initially, he started with fitness and lifestyle, but in July 2019, he expanded his content by introducing podcasts with celebrities and eminent figures. Allahbadia is one of the richest YouTubers in India wth an estimated net worth of approx ₹ 60 Crore ($6.5M). His success has earned him various awards, such as:

• Business World
• Young Entrepreneur Award in 2020
• Youth Influencer of the Year 2019 
• MTV-IWM Digital Awards

Youtube Subscribers	Ranveer Allahbadia: 11 million BeerBiceps: 8.26 million
YouTube Channel	Ranveer Allahbadia Beer Biceps
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 60 Crore ($6.5M)
Instagram ID	beerbiceps
Channel Founded On	2014
Source of Income	YouTube Royalties Content Creation  Brand Endorsements Business Ventures- RAAAZ BigBrainCo. Monke Entertainment BeerBiceps Skill House Level Mind Body Sleep Journal

Harsh Beniwal is another hit content creator on YouTube and is renowned for his comedic acts and skits. Initially, he started making YouTube videos as a hobby in 2015, which gradually earned him fame, and today he has one of the highest subscriber counts (16.4 million) on YouTube.

Not only are subscribers in the millions, but Harsh Beniwal’s net worth has also touched the ultimate million mark. His acting career began with his debut as ‘Puggi’ in the movie Student of the Year 2. As of 2026, his net worth is around ₹ 60 Crore ($6.5M).

So far, he has received many awards, such as:

• The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Award for Best YouTuber in 2018
• All-Round Comedy Creator of the Year in 2023 

Youtube Subscribers	16.5 million
YouTube Channel	Harsh Beniwal
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 60 Crore ($6.5M)
Instagram ID	harshbeniwal
Channel Founded On	2015
Source of Income	YouTube Sponsored Content Brand Partnerships

Emiway Bantai was born on November 13, 1995. It is a prominent independent Indian rapper, singer, and songwriter known for bringing Mumbai street rap to mainstream popularity. Rising to fame via YouTube, he is celebrated for hits like ‘Machayenge’. His DIY career approach, garnered him with over 22.2 million YouTube subscribers, with a net worth of about ₹ 50 Crore to ₹ 60 Crore (Approx $ 5.4 million to $ 6.4 million).

YouTube Subscribers	22.2 Million subscribers
YouTube Channel	@EmiwayBantai
Net Worth	₹ 50 Crore to ₹ 60 Crore (Approx $ 5.4 million to $ 6.4 million)
Instagram ID	@emiwaybantai
Channel Founded On	May 4, 2013
Source of Income	YouTube AdSense and Views. Music Streaming Services Independent Record Label (Bantai Records) Brand Endorsements and Shows

Ajey Nagar, known as CarryMinati, is among the famous Indian YouTubers. His content includes humorous skits and roasting videos, which became a source of laughter for many teenagers. 

Moreover, Ajey was recognized as one of the 10 young Next Generation Leaders, and by August 2023, he holds the most subscribers as an Asian YouTuber and is also the fifth richest YouTuber in India. 

He made headway with immense fame while steering CarryMinati’s net worth of around ₹ 55 Crore. His videos featured numerous celebrities, one of whom is Tom Cruise.

YouTube Subscribers	CarryMinati: 45.3 million CarryisLive: 12.2 million
YouTube Channel	CarryMinati  CarryisLive
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 55 Crore ($6M)
Instagram ID	carryminati
Channel Founded On	2014
Source of Income	Music Films YouTube E-Sports Advertising Sponsorship Affiliate Marketing Super Chat Donations

Tanmay Bhat is a prominent Indian comedian, scriptwriter, YouTuber, and entrepreneur, co-founder of the defunct sketch comedy group AIB. Currently, he operates a massive YouTube channel (5.3M+ subscribers) focusing on meme reactions, vlogs, and finance. He is considered to have a net worth of INR 50 Crore ($5.4 million).

Youtube Subscribers	5.3 million subscribers
YouTube Channel	Tanmay Bhat
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 50 Crore ($5.4M)
Instagram ID	@tanmaybhat
Channel Founded On	Nov 11, 2006
Source of Income	Massive brand endorsements YouTube ad revenue Channel memberships  Lucrative startup investments

When it comes to transforming complex cooking recipes into simple, easy-to-prep methods, Nisha Madhulika is the name that rings out.  

Her content has attracted not only housewives but audiences of all sorts, which earned her approx ₹ 43 Crore ($4.7M).

Initially, she started writing blogs on Indian Vegetarian recipes. She opened her YouTube channel in 2011, and it boomed by 2014, making her one of the best among India’s YouTube chefs.

But Nisha isn’t just known for cooking; she also volunteered under ‘Project Dhruv’ by Tata Trusts India for internet connectivity in the village.

YouTube Subscribers	15.1 million
YouTube Channel	NishaMadhulika
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 43 Crore ($4.7M)
Instagram ID	nishamadhulikacooks
Channel Founded On	2009
Source of Income	YouTube  Food Website: Nisha Madhulika

Sandeep is a well-known motivational speaker, life coach, and businessman. He is currently considered the No.1 motivational speaker in India, which is the main reason behind Sandeep Maheshwari’s net worth, which is approx ₹ 41 Crore ($4M). Sandeep has been featured in various books and biographies, one such example is ‘Sandeep Maheshwari ke Success Principles.’

He has received many awards, including:

• Creative Entrepreneur of the Year 2013 by Entrepreneur India Summit
• The Star Youth Achiever Award, instituted by the Global Youth Marketing Forum
• The Young Creative Entrepreneur Award by the British Council, a division of the British High Commission.

YouTube Subscribers	28.4 million 1.73 million
YouTube Channel	Sandeep Maheshwari SandeepMaheshwariSpirituality
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 41 Crore ($4M)
Instagram ID	sandeepmaheshwari
Channel Founded On	2012
Source of Income	Business Projects (CEO of Imagesbazaar) Educational efforts  Motivational Speeches

Ashish Chanchlani goes by the YouTube name Ashish Chanchlani Vines, where he shares much-loved comedic skits and parodies. His net worth is approximately ₹ 40 Crore ($4.3M). After failing an undergraduate exam for civil engineering, he realized a different path had been carved out for him, and he began his YouTube journey. Throughout his career, Ashish has received many acclamations, such as:

• The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Award for ‘Best Digital Influencer’ in 2018,
• Best Comedy Influencer at the first edition of the World Bloggers Awards at the Cannes Film Festival in 2019. 
• More than 40 Crore INR Ashish Chanchlani’s net worth is one of his biggest achievements.

Youtube Subscribers	32.4 million
YouTube Channel	Ashish Chanchlani Vines
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 40 Crore ($4.3M)
Instagram ID	ashishchanchlani
Channel Founded On	2014
Source of Income	Product Tagging Super Chats  Web Series  Instagram  YouTube

Gaurav Tuneja, aka Flying Beast, is an Indian YouTuber, Pilot, and nutritionist. He has made his name on YouTube for his fitness content and vlogs. With a fit body, Gaurav has wooed the whole Indian fitness community. 

He completed his undergraduate degree from IIT Kharagpur in civil engineering. Later, he joined the aviation sector and worked as a commercial pilot before transitioning into a full-time content creator. His hard work earned him the 2021 Popular Award for Most Popular Social Media Star (male) and the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award for Favorite YouTube Artist in 2022. As of 2026, his netwroth is approx ₹ 39 Crore ($4.2M).

Youtube Subscribers	9.28 million
YouTube Channel	Flying Beast
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 39 Crore ($4.2M)
Instagram ID	taneja.gaurav
Channel Founded On	2017
Source of Income	YouTube Business Ventures (Beastlife)  Brand Endorsements

Sourav Joshi Vlogs is one of India’s most popular YouTube channels, featuring daily lifestyle vlogs, family moments, and travel content created by Sourav Joshi from Haldwani, Uttarakhand. Known for its relatable, middle-class family theme, the channel exploded in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic and now boasts over 39.5 million subscribers. His consistency and dedication made him one of the richest YouTubers in India with a net worth of approx ₹ 25 Crore to ₹ 40 Crore ($ 2.7 million to 4.3 million).

Youtube Subscribers	39.5 Million subscribers
YouTube Channel	@souravjvlogs
Net Worth	₹ 25 Crore to ₹ 40 Crore ($ 2.7 million to 4.3 million)
Instagram ID	@souravjoshivlogs
Channel Founded On	February 19, 2019
Source of Income	YouTube Brand Partnerships Channel Membership & Fan Funding Merchandise Affiliate & Collaborations.

Fukra Insaan, also famously known as Abhishek Malhan, is a popular Indian YouTuber, singer, and digital content creator born on May 24, 1997, in Delhi. Known for his entertaining vlogs and challenges, he gained fame as the runner-up of Bigg Boss OTT Season 2 (2023). He runs popular YouTube channel and is a prominent social media influencer. His net worth is about ₹ 8 Crore to ₹ 40 Crore (Approx $ 865k to $ 4.3 million).

Youtube Subscribers	13 Million subscribers
YouTube Channel	@FukraInsaan
Net Worth	₹ 8 Crore to ₹ 40 Crore (Approx $ 865k to $ 4.3 million)
Instagram ID	@fukra_insaan
Channel Founded On	July 1, 2019
Source of Income	YouTube Channel Brand Collaborations and Sponsorships Bigg Boss OTT 2 and Reality Shows Business Ventures

Dhruv Rathee is popularly known for his informative content and political videos, in which he fact-checks and discusses contemporary issues. His channel’s main theme is dissecting political and social issues, and he has earned quite a following through this. As of 2026, his net worth is around ₹ 24 Crore ($2.6M).

He started his career as a YouTuber in 2013. Initially, he uploaded travel videos, but by the end of the year, his focus shifted to present-day socio-political topics. Along with YouTube, Dhruv has done numerous shows, including DW Travel of Deutsche Welle and Decode with Dhruv of Netflix India. All these works highly contributed to Dhruv Rathee’s net worth.

Youtube Subscribers	31.2 million
YouTube Channel	Dhruv Rathee
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 24 Crore ($2.6M)
Instagram ID	dhruvrathee
Channel Founded On	2014
Source of Income	YouTube

Purav Jha, born on August 11, 2001, is an Indian YouTuber, comedian, actor, and content creator recognized for his character-driven comedy, mimicry skills, and viral sketches. Rising to popularity through his collaborations with Harsh Beniwal, he is well-known for his role as “Poplu” and has appeared in web series like Campus Diaries and Ishq Next Door. He has a net worth of about ₹ 20 Crore (Approx $ 2.16 million).

Youtube Subscribers	5.62 Million subscribers
YouTube Channel	@Puravjha_
Net Worth	₹ 20 Crore (Approx $ 2.16 million)
Instagram ID	@puravjha
Channel Founded On	November 3, 2022
Source of Income	YouTube AdSense Brand Sponsorships Content Creation

Faizal Khan, more commonly known as Khan Sir, has gained a reputation as an Educator on Indian YouTube. He is an academic instructor based in Patna. He started his channel during COVID-19, when his coaching was shut down, and eventually gained a large following, which gained him a decent net worth of approx ₹ 5 Crore ($549K).

Faizal understands the concerns of a student, as coming from a middle-class Muslim family in UP, he is driven to provide inexpensive education to students who are preparing for exams such as UPSC, SSC, BPSC, NDA, CDS, etc. 

His efforts as an educator earned him awards such as the Bihar Gaurav Samman Award in 2018 and the National Education Award in 2019.

Youtube Subscribers	25.4 million
YouTube Channel	Khan GS Research Centre
Net Worth	Approx ₹ 5 Crore ($549K)
Instagram ID	khanglobalstudies_official
Channel Founded On	2019
Source of Income	YouTube Coaching Institutes

Wrapping Up!

Technical Guruji, being the richest YouTuber in India, of late, many people have started considering YouTube as a lucrative income source, causing a rise in the number of YouTubers each year.

These top 20 richest YouTubers in India have not only earned extreme income but also fame, which has come to them with lots of love. The above creators have excelled in securing a stable income, even achieving a net worth in lakhs and crores. 

They may inspire you to create a YouTube channel of your own and be a part of the YouTube creator community!

Author’s Note:

I have jotted down the 20 richest YouTubers in India 2026. The top in the list is nonetheless Technical Guruji (Gaurav Chaudhary) with a net worth of approx ₹ 356 Crore. Following him, influencers like Samay Raina (about ₹ 210 Crore), BB ki Vines (₹ 122 Crore), Nischay Malhan (₹ 89 Crore), Amit Bhadana (₹ 80 Crore), Elvish Yadav (₹ 80 Crore), Beer Biceps (₹ 60 Crore), and CarryMinati (₹ 55 Crore) top the list. I have personally listed all 20 YouTube influencers who have transformed their passion into their net worth with utmost dedication and a strong will.