Diwali 2026 Sweets Guide
By Putta Srujan | Prices and dates checked: 6 November 2026
Quick Answer
For Diwali sweets in Hyderabad, the best-known shops are G Pulla Reddy Sweets, Almond House and Dadu’s. Diwali is on Sunday, 8 November 2026, so order same-day delivery today or tomorrow.
- Pulla Reddy lists same-day delivery within hours, and Dadu’s delivers same day through Swiggy and Zomato.
- Dadu’s kaju katli is ₹605 for 250 g, about ₹2,420 per kg.
- Shipping from another city takes 6-7 days at some sellers, which is too late now.
Hyderabad is a serious mithai city: Almond House and Dadu’s are title partners of the World Mithai & Namkeen Convention 2026 held here. This guide covers the famous sweets, the top shops, current prices and how to get a box delivered in time.
In This Guide
When Is Diwali 2026 in Hyderabad, and When Should You Order?
Short answer: Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) in Hyderabad is on Sunday, 8 November 2026, and Dhanteras is today, Friday, 6 November. Order same-day delivery today or on Saturday, then keep a few sweets back for Bhai Dooj on Wednesday, 11 November.
| Day | Date | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Friday, 6 November | Place same-day orders early in the day |
| Saturday | 7 November | Last easy day to collect from a shop; expect queues |
| Lakshmi Puja (Diwali) | Sunday, 8 November | Evening puja; have sweets in hand by lunchtime |
| Bhai Dooj | Wednesday, 11 November | Boxes for siblings; kaju katli keeps about 10 days |
Dates are from HinduTone and the Maharashtra holiday list.
Which Sweet Is Famous During Diwali, and What Is Hyderabad’s Most Famous Sweet?
Short answer: Kaju katli is the most gifted Diwali sweet, with motichoor ladoo, soan papdi and assorted boxes close behind. Hyderabad’s own most famous sweets are qubani ka meetha and double ka meetha, which are served at feasts rather than gifted in boxes.
For Diwali boxes, Hyderabad families choose kaju katli and motichoor ladoo, plus Telugu sweets such as ariselu, pootharekulu and bellam (jaggery) kaju, which G Pulla Reddy sells. For the full national list, see our Indian sweets for Diwali guide.
| Sweet | What it is |
|---|---|
| Qubani ka meetha | Stewed dried apricots with syrup and cream, a wedding and feast staple |
| Double ka meetha | Bread fried and soaked in saffron syrup and reduced milk, named after “double roti” (Siasat) |
| Pootharekulu | Paper-thin rice-starch sheets layered with ghee and sugar |
| Badamees | A Hyderabad original that Dadu’s ships pan-India |
A local sweet-shop guide lists Shah Ghouse in the Old City for double ka meetha and qubani ka meetha. Call before you go, as freshly made dessert sells out.
What Are the Top 5 Sweet Shops in Hyderabad?
Short answer: G Pulla Reddy Sweets, Almond House, Dadu’s, Emerald Mithai Shop and Vellanki Foods are among the most listed Hyderabad sweet shops. Pulla Reddy dates from 1948, Almond House and Vellanki from 1989, and Dadu’s from 1993.
| Shop | Background | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| G Pulla Reddy Sweets | Started as a barfi cart in Kurnool in 1948; head office in Begumpet | Pure ghee sweets, Telugu traditionals, sugar-free sweets, hampers |
| Almond House | Since 1989; factory in Kukatpally | Dry fruit mithai, kaju katli, walnut barfi, bisticks |
| Dadu’s | Founded 1993 in Himayatnagar; 10 stores | Motichoor laddu, kaju katli, sugar-free mithai, corporate boxes |
| Emerald Mithai Shop | Banjara Hills and Lower Tank Bund | Payasam and Andhra sweets |
| Vellanki Foods | Since 1989; four outlets, Madhapur | Telugu sweets and savouries, delivers |
Details come from LBB’s Hyderabad guide, 5BestInCity and the shops’ own sites. This is a list of widely recommended shops, not a taste test. Browse more food spots on Fooddy Explore.
Diwali Sweets Hyderabad Price List 2026
Short answer: Dadu’s kaju katli works out to about ₹2,420 per kg (₹605 for 250 g), while G Pulla Reddy lists kaju katli at ₹550 and sugar-free kaju katli at ₹560, though pack weights were not shown. Festive sweet prices are up about 10-15% this year.
| Item | Listing | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Kaju katli, Dadu’s | ₹605 for 250 g | About ₹2,420 per kg |
| Kaju katli, G Pulla Reddy | ₹550 | Pack weight not shown |
| Sugar-free kaju katli, G Pulla Reddy | ₹560 | Pack weight not shown |
| Bellam kaju katli, G Pulla Reddy | ₹525 | Jaggery version |
| Red chikodi, Dadu’s | From ₹259 | Savoury-sweet snack |
| Khara mixture, Dadu’s | From ₹275 | Namkeen |
Hyderabad sweets by budget
| Budget | What you can buy |
|---|---|
| Under ₹300 | Bellam kaju (₹240), red chikodi (from ₹259), khara mixture (from ₹275) |
| About ₹500-₹650 | Kaju katli: Pulla Reddy ₹550, Dadu’s ₹605 for 250 g |
| ₹1,500 and above | Gift hampers; Pulla Reddy ships free across India above ₹1,500 |
Prices come from Dadu’s kaju katli price guide, Dadu’s website and G Pulla Reddy’s kaju collection. Four Pulla Reddy kaju items showed as sold out when I checked, so confirm stock. For a benchmark, Bangalore brand kaju katli works out to ₹1,150-₹1,700 per kg in our Bangalore sweets guide. Compare price per 100 g, not per box.
Diwali Sweets Delivery in Hyderabad: What Can Reach You in Time?
Short answer: Pulla Reddy lists same-day delivery within hours from its Hyderabad outlets, and Dadu’s delivers same day through Swiggy and Zomato. Pan-India shipping takes 24-48 hours at Dadu’s but 6-7 business days from some out-of-city sellers, so order locally.
- G Pulla Reddy: same-day delivery from Hyderabad outlets through its ordering portal, and free shipping above ₹1,500 across India.
- Dadu’s: same day in Hyderabad through Swiggy or Zomato, and 24-48 hour pan-India delivery with free shipping on its own site. Stores are listed as open 8 am to 11 pm.
- Sending sweets to Hyderabad from elsewhere: Asha Sweet Center quotes 6-7 business days, which misses Diwali. Order from a Hyderabad shop and enter the recipient’s address.
- Quick-commerce apps: fine for last-minute dry sweets, but check packing dates first. See our Blinkit vs Zepto vs Instamart guide.
To compare delivery fees in Hyderabad, see Ownly vs Zomato vs Swiggy (Hyderabad prices). Dadu’s says its kaju katli stays fresh for about 10 days, so a box bought now will last through Bhai Dooj on 11 November.
How to Pick Good Diwali Sweets in Hyderabad
- Ask for the packing date. A November 2023 FSSAI direction made best-before dates on loose sweets optional, so packed boxes with a printed date are the safer choice.
- Match the sweet to the day. Kaju katli lasts about 10 days at Dadu’s, while milk sweets last only a day or two. Buy those last.
- Check the weight, not the box. Pack sizes differ, so divide the price by grams to compare.
- Consider sugar-free. G Pulla Reddy sells sugar-free kaju katli at ₹560, and Dadu’s makes sugar-free mithai.
Diwali Sweet Boxes and Corporate Gifts in Hyderabad
G Pulla Reddy sells assorted sweets, sweets and dry fruit combos, chocolate and dry fruit hampers and a B2B enquiry desk. Dadu’s is known for corporate boxes and offers GST invoices. Pistachio and dates doubled in Mumbai wholesale this year (FPJ), so dry fruit hampers cost more than last Diwali.
Festive food adds up fast.
Sweets, gifts and delivery fees can stack up this week. Use the Fooddy spending calculator to see your year-wise Swiggy and Zomato spend.
FAQs
Which sweet is famous during Diwali?
Kaju katli is the most gifted Diwali sweet, followed by motichoor ladoo, soan papdi and assorted mithai boxes. In Hyderabad, Telugu favourites such as pootharekulu, ariselu and bellam kaju also feature in festive boxes.
Where to buy sweets for Diwali in Hyderabad?
Buy from G Pulla Reddy Sweets, Almond House, Dadu’s, Emerald Mithai Shop or Vellanki Foods. Pulla Reddy offers same-day delivery from its Hyderabad outlets, and Dadu’s delivers same day through Swiggy and Zomato.
What is the most famous sweet in Hyderabad?
Qubani ka meetha, a dried-apricot dessert, and double ka meetha, a bread pudding in saffron syrup and reduced milk, are Hyderabad’s best-known sweets. Both are served at weddings and feasts rather than gifted in boxes.
What are the top 5 sweet shops in Hyderabad?
G Pulla Reddy Sweets, Almond House, Dadu’s, Emerald Mithai Shop and Vellanki Foods are among the most listed. Pulla Reddy dates from 1948, Almond House and Vellanki from 1989, and Dadu’s from 1993.
How much does kaju katli cost in Hyderabad?
Dadu’s kaju katli works out to about ₹2,420 per kg (₹605 for 250 g), a premium price. G Pulla Reddy lists kaju katli at ₹550, but the pack weight was not shown on the listing I saw, so check it. Compare per 100 g.
Can I get Diwali sweets delivered the same day in Hyderabad?
Yes. G Pulla Reddy lists same-day delivery within hours from its Hyderabad outlets, and Dadu’s delivers same day through Swiggy and Zomato. Order early in the day, since Diwali is on Sunday, 8 November.
Are sugar-free Diwali sweets available in Hyderabad?
Yes. G Pulla Reddy lists sugar-free kaju katli at ₹560 and has a sugar-free sweets collection, and Dadu’s makes sugar-free mithai. Check the pack weight and ingredients, since sugar-free sweets can still be calorie-dense.
Can I send Diwali sweets to Hyderabad from another city now?
Not reliably. One out-of-city seller quotes 6-7 business days to Hyderabad. Order from a Hyderabad shop and enter the recipient’s address instead, since Pulla Reddy and Dadu’s deliver within the city quickly.
