Print Your Book
From 10 Copies
To 10,000
Section sewn A5 books from ₹95 a copy. Published rates, no haggling — send your page count and quantity and you get an itemised quote back within 2–4 working hours.
Three fields. We reply with itemised pricing — paper, binding, delivery, all broken out.
What Your Book Will Cost
Per-copy rates for an A5 book, 200 pages, printed on natural shade paper and section sewn. Section sewing is a stitched binding — considerably stronger than glued perfect binding, and it lets the book open flat without cracking the spine.
- No plate or setup charges
- Free digital proof before printing
- Ideal for a first edition or author copies
- 3–5 working days
- ₹10 per copy less than a short run
- Free digital proof before printing
- Free delivery across Delhi NCR
- 3–5 working days
- Best per-copy rate we offer
- Dedicated production slot
- Pan-India tracked despatch
- Scheduled individually above 1,000
"Bajaj enterprises provided a printing solution of approx 2000 pages in less than 4 hours including delivery from Delhi to Noida." — Verified Google Review
Book Printing in Delhi — Quick Answers
Straight answers to what authors, publishers and institutions ask us most.
What is book printing?
Book printing is the process of turning a finished manuscript into bound physical copies. Interior pages are printed on a chosen paper stock, the cover is printed and laminated separately, and the two are joined by a binding method such as perfect binding or hard binding, then trimmed to the final size.
How much does book printing cost in Delhi?
A 200-page A5 book on natural shade paper, section sewn, costs ₹140 per copy for 10–100 copies, ₹130 per copy for 101–500, and ₹95 per copy for 500 and above, excluding GST. Beyond quantity, the price is driven by page count, trim size, paper and whether the interior is colour. Send your page count and quantity for an itemised figure within 2–4 working hours.
| Cost factor | Cheaper option | More expensive option | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantity | 500+ copies | 10–50 copies | Setup is spread across more copies, so per-book cost drops steeply with volume. |
| Interior colour | Black & white | Full colour | Colour toner coverage is the single largest per-page cost on a digital press. |
| Paper stock | 70 GSM | 100 GSM art paper | Heavier and coated stocks cost more per sheet and raise courier weight. |
| Binding | Perfect binding | Hardcover / case binding | Hard binding needs board, cloth or wrap, and more hand finishing time. |
| Turnaround | 3–5 working days | Same day / 24 hours | Express jobs displace scheduled work and carry a priority charge. |
How long does book printing take?
Standard book printing takes 3–5 working days from the moment you approve the digital proof. Express service delivers finished, bound copies in 24–72 hours, subject to quantity and press availability. Bulk runs above 1,000 copies are scheduled individually.
What is the minimum order for book printing?
The minimum order is 10 books, and it applies to every format we print — novels, textbooks, manuals and catalogues. Digital printing carries no plate or setup charge, which is why a run of ten is viable at all. There is no upper limit on quantity.
Book printing terms, defined
The vocabulary printers use is not always obvious. These are the terms that come up most often when you request a quote.
- Perfect binding
- Perfect binding is a softcover method in which interior pages are trimmed flush, glued along the spine with hot-melt adhesive, and wrapped in a printed cover. It produces the flat, printable spine found on retail paperbacks.
- Hard binding
- Hard binding, also called case binding, encloses the pages in rigid board covered with printed and laminated paper. It is the format used for premium editions, library copies and books meant to last.
- Section sewing
- Section sewing folds the interior pages into gatherings and stitches them together with thread before the cover is attached. It costs a little more than glue-only perfect binding, but the book opens flat and the spine does not crack or shed pages with use.
- Proof copy
- A proof is the digital or printed sample you approve before the full run begins. It is your last chance to catch a typo, a misplaced margin or a colour shift, and it is included free with every order.
- Short run printing
- Short run book printing is any digital print job producing a small quantity, typically 10 to 200 copies, without the plates and setup costs that make offset printing viable only at high volume.
- Bulk book printing
- Bulk book printing refers to high-volume runs, usually 500 copies and above, produced for publishers and institutions where the per-copy rate falls as the quantity rises.
- GSM
- GSM, or grams per square metre, is the standard measure of paper weight. Higher GSM means thicker, more opaque paper: 70 GSM is standard for novels, while 100 GSM art paper suits photo books.
- Lamination
- Lamination is a thin plastic film applied to a printed cover to resist scuffing and moisture. Gloss lifts colour, matte softens it, and soft-touch adds a velvet-like texture.
- Print-ready PDF
- A print-ready PDF is an export with fonts embedded, images at 300 DPI, the correct trim size, and 3 mm bleed on the cover — a file that can go to press without rework.
- Trim size
- Trim size is the finished dimension of a book after cutting. Common Indian sizes are A5 at 148 × 210 mm, Demy at 140 × 216 mm, and A4 at 210 × 297 mm.
- Show-through
- Show-through is the faint appearance of text printed on the reverse of a page. It is controlled by paper opacity, which is why heavier stocks are chosen for double-sided books.
Why Choose Bajaj Enterprises
12+ years of excellence in professional book printing. High-speed digital printing presses for bulk institutional runs — trusted by authors, self-publishers, and educational publishers across Delhi NCR.
Konica Minolta production press delivers sharp, vibrant, consistent output on every page.
High-speed digital printing presses built for bulk institutional runs and large textbook orders. 24–72 hour turnaround with express same-day printing available.
Perfect binding, softcover and hardcover book printing with premium finishing and cover lamination.
Short run book printing from as few as 10 books — perfect for authors and self-publishing, scaling up to bulk book printing services for institutions.
Competitive rates with transparent pricing. No hidden costs, no surprises.
Our team helps you choose the right paper, binding, and finish for your project.
Books We Print
From self publishing book printing to educational book printing and corporate reports — professional book printing services for novel printing, manuscript printing, textbook printing and more.
Print your own book without a traditional publisher
Textbooks, study guides & academic publications
Fiction & non-fiction with premium cover design
Vibrant, colourful printing for children's stories
Professional manuals for corporate training
SOPs, process manuals & company handbooks
Annual reports, presentations & company profiles
Beautiful cookbooks with vivid food photography
Product catalogues & sales brochures for businesses
Binding Options
Choose the right binding for your book's purpose, budget, and audience.
Which binding option is right for your book?
Choose perfect binding for any book over 80 pages that needs a printable spine — that covers most novels, textbooks and self-published titles. Choose hardcover case binding when the book must survive repeated handling or sit on a shelf as a premium edition.
| Binding type | Best for | Typical page range | Lies flat when open | Printable spine | Relative cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section sewn | Novels, textbooks, books built to last | 100–800 pages | Yes | Yes | Moderate |
| Perfect binding | Novels, guides, manuals, short runs | 80–800 pages | No | Yes | Moderate |
| Hardcover / case | Premium editions, library and gift copies | 60–800 pages | Partly | Yes | Highest |
Perfect binding is a glued softcover method that creates a flat, printable spine. Best for novels, guides, manuals, and books 80+ pages.
Pages are folded into sections and stitched with thread before the cover goes on. Opens flat, will not crack at the spine, and lasts decades. This is what our published rates are based on.
Rigid board wrapped in printed, laminated paper. Best for premium author editions, library copies, coffee-table books and corporate gifts.
250 or 300 GSM art card, laminated. Matte and soft-touch resist fingerprints; gloss lifts colour on illustrated covers.
A5 (148 × 210 mm), Demy (140 × 216 mm) and A4 (210 × 297 mm) as standard. Custom trim sizes available on request.
Hardcover or paperback — which should you choose?
Choose paperback when cost per copy and postage weight matter, which covers most novels, textbooks and self-published first runs. Choose hardcover when the book must survive repeated handling or carry a premium feel — library editions, coffee-table books, limited runs and corporate gifts.
| Feature | Paperback (perfect bound) | Hardcover (case bound) |
|---|---|---|
| Cover material | 250–300 GSM laminated art card | Rigid board wrapped in printed, laminated paper |
| Durability | Good for normal reading and shelf storage | Withstands years of repeated handling |
| Typical use | Novels, textbooks, manuals, self-published runs | Library copies, gifts, premium editions |
| Minimum practical pages | Around 80 pages for a printable spine | Around 60 pages |
| Relative cost per copy | Lower | Higher |
| Courier weight | Lighter, cheaper to ship | Heavier, raises delivery cost |
| Turnaround | Fastest — express available | Longer, extra hand finishing |
Paper & Cover Options
Premium paper stocks and finishes to make every book feel as good as it looks.
Which paper GSM is best for your book?
Use 70 GSM for novels and textbooks where cost per copy matters, 80 or 90 GSM when you want a more substantial page and less show-through on double-sided text, and 100 GSM art paper for children's books and photo titles where image reproduction is the point.
| Paper stock | Feel | Show-through | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 GSM | Light, flexible, standard novel feel | Slight on dense text pages | Novels, textbooks, high-page-count books |
| 80 GSM | Noticeably firmer to turn | Minimal | Reports, corporate manuals, training material |
| 90 GSM | Substantial, premium in hand | Very low | Premium novels, guides, limited editions |
| 100 GSM art paper | Smooth coated surface | None | Photo books, children's books, catalogues |
How It Works
Six simple steps from your manuscript to a professionally bound book in your hands.
How do you get a book printed in Delhi?
Send a print-ready PDF with your trim size, page count and quantity. You receive itemised pricing within 2–4 hours, approve a digital proof, and production begins. Printing, binding and finishing take 3–5 working days, after which books are couriered Pan-India or held for collection in Kalkaji.
- 01Share Your PDF
Send your print-ready file via WhatsApp or email
- 02Get Quote
Receive pricing within 2–4 hours
- 03Approve Design
Review digital proof before printing
- 04Printing
Production-grade press printing begins
- 05Binding
Professional binding and finishing
- 06Delivery
Delivered to your door or ready to collect
Turn Your Manuscript Into A
Professionally Printed Book
You don't need a traditional publisher. Print your book your way — on your timeline, in your quantity.
Start from as few as 10 copies. Ideal for limited editions, gifting, or testing your title.
We help you prepare print-ready PDFs if your file needs adjustments.
Scale up with competitive bulk pricing when your book takes off.
What Our Clients Say
Real reviews from authors, students and businesses who printed with us.
"2000 pages printed and delivered to Noida in under 4 hours! Absolutely incredible service. No other printer could match this speed."
"Got my novel printed here. The quality is stunning — perfect binding, sharp text, and the matte cover feels premium. Highly recommend!"
"We printed 500 copies of our annual report. Clean, professional, on-time. Bajaj Enterprises is now our go-to for all corporate printing."
"Printed children's books with bright illustrations — the colour reproduction is excellent. Kids love them! Will order bulk next time."
"Good print shop, I got black and white forms printing done. The prints are of good quality."
Frequently Asked Questions
Our minimum order is 10 books. That applies to every format we produce — novels, academic titles, training manuals and catalogues. Short runs of 10 to 50 copies suit self-publishing authors testing a title, while institutions regularly order several thousand copies on the same presses.
Our published rate for a 200-page A5 book on natural shade paper, section sewn, is ₹140 per copy for 10–100 copies, ₹130 for 101–500, and ₹95 for 500 and above, excluding GST. Page count moves the price more than anything else, followed by trim size, paper and colour. Send your exact page count and quantity and we reply with itemised pricing in 2–4 working hours.
Standard production runs 3–5 working days from proof approval. Express turnaround delivers finished, bound copies in 24–72 hours, subject to quantity and press availability. Bulk institutional runs above 1,000 copies are scheduled individually.
Perfect binding is a softcover method where interior pages are trimmed flush, glued along the spine with hot-melt adhesive, then wrapped in a printed cover. It produces the flat, printable spine you see on retail paperbacks, and suits any book over roughly 80 pages.
70 GSM is the standard choice for novels and textbooks — economical, with acceptable opacity. 80 GSM and 90 GSM feel more substantial and reduce show-through on double-sided pages. 100 GSM art paper is reserved for photo books and children's titles where image reproduction matters most.
Yes. Hardcover binding wraps the pages in rigid board covered with printed, laminated paper. It is the preferred format for coffee-table books, library editions, premium author editions and corporate gifts where durability and shelf presence matter.
Interior stocks are 70, 80, 90 and 100 GSM. Covers are printed on 250 GSM or 300 GSM art card, finished with gloss, matte or soft-touch lamination. Matte and soft-touch resist fingerprints, while gloss makes colour photography and illustration look brighter on the shelf.
Yes. Finished books are dispatched Pan-India through tracked courier partners, packed to protect corners and spines in transit. Delhi NCR deliveries above a set order value ship free, and local customers can collect directly from our Kalkaji studio during working hours.
Yes. Send your print-ready PDF through the quote form on this page, over WhatsApp, or by email. No visit is needed at any stage — we share a digital proof for approval, print after you confirm, then deliver. Orders run from 10 copies to bulk institutional runs.
Yes. Short run book printing covers authors and self-publishers ordering 10 to 200 copies. Bulk book printing services handle educational publishers and institutions ordering thousands, produced on high-speed digital presses. Select your quantity band in the quote form to receive institutional pricing.
A print-ready PDF is ideal — fonts embedded, images at 300 DPI, and 3 mm bleed on the cover. Word and InDesign files are accepted too. If your file needs adjustment for trim size, margins or spine width, our team corrects it before printing.
Yes. Perfect binding and softcover printing give novels, textbooks and manuals a clean, professional spine that can carry the title and author name. Hardcover case binding is available when you want a premium edition or a copy built to last.
Our studio is at F-3, Shop No 6, Kalkaji Main Road, New Delhi, open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Kalkaji sits on the Magenta and Violet metro lines, and we serve authors and publishers across Delhi NCR and Pan-India.
Still deciding? Send your page count and quantity and we'll reply with itemised pricing within 2–4 hours.
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Publishers, authors and institutions — request a quote directly here, no phone call needed. Send your page count and quantity and we come back with itemised pricing for short run or bulk book printing, within 2–4 working hours.
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