Organic mangoes online are best verified by certificate, because organic food in India must be certified under NPOP or PGS-India. AlphonsoMango.in sells GI-tagged Mangifera indica 'Alphonso' (GI No. 139) and Gir Kesar but makes no organic claim. Fresh fruit is out of season as of 12 October 2026.
Key takeaways
- An online organic claim is only as good as the certificate behind it; ask for the NPOP or PGS-India details.
- AlphonsoMango.in sells Ratnagiri and Devgad Alphonso (GI No. 139) and Gir Kesar (GI Tag No. 185) and makes no organic certification claim.
- Fruit is dispatched at 70 to 80% ripeness and ripened on hay; this is a ripening method, not a farming certificate.
- Fresh fruit is out of season as of 12 October 2026; the announced 2027 opening is 1 February 2027.
How to verify an organic mango claim online
Reporting on the FSSAI organic food regulations states that any food sold as organic in India has to be certified under NPOP or PGS-India. (Source: Down To Earth report on the FSSAI organic regulations.) A product page that says organic, with no certification body or certificate number, leaves you with nothing to check.
- Ask which body certified the grower and for the certificate number.
- Ask whether the certificate covers the lot you will receive.
- Treat words like natural, pure or chemical-aware as marketing, not certification.
Alphonso and Kesar mangoes to order online
Ratnagiri Alphonso Mango (GI Tagged) – Authentic Hapus Aam
1 dozen from ₹1,849 (150–180 g each) to ₹2,999 (275–300 g each); 2 dozen small ₹3,499 (listed 12 October 2026)
Fresh fruit is out of season as of 12 October 2026. The next-season opening announced by the store is 1 February 2027; advance booking is not open. Ask on WhatsApp for the opening date.
View product pageGir Kesar Mango
Small box 1.4–1.6 kg (4–6 pcs) ₹999; box 2.7–3 kg (8–12 pcs) ₹1,699 (listed 12 October 2026)
Fresh fruit is out of season as of 12 October 2026. The next-season opening announced by the store is 1 February 2027; advance booking is not open. Ask on WhatsApp for the opening date.
View product pageWhat AlphonsoMango.in sells instead
The store sells GI-tagged fruit. Ratnagiri and Devgad Alphonso (Hapus) carry GI No. 139 and Gir Kesar from the Girnar foothills in Junagadh district, Gujarat carries GI Tag No. 185. Powle Home Foods is a GI authorised user (AU/5974/GI/139/260). (Source: GI Registry of India; Powle Home Foods records.)
A GI tag proves origin and name, not farming method. The two claims should not be confused, and neither should be read as organic certification.
Hay-bed ripening is a ripening method
Fruit is dispatched at about 70 to 80% ripeness, firm for transit, and ripens fully within about three days of delivery. At the Mumbai packhouse it rests 24 to 48 hours on hay before packing. No carbide and no ethylene chambers are used. Ripening describes what happens after harvest; it says nothing about how the orchard was managed.
Prices listed for online orders
| Product | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Ratnagiri or Devgad Alphonso | 1 dozen, 150–180 g fruit | ₹1,849 |
| Ratnagiri or Devgad Alphonso | 1 dozen, 275–300 g fruit | ₹2,999 |
| Gir Kesar | 1.4–1.6 kg, 4–6 pieces | ₹999 |
Delivery is free across serviceable India. The 2027 season prices are confirmed when the season opens.
How online ordering and delivery work
Orders received before 1:00 PM IST dispatch the same day. Metro cities receive delivery within 24 hours of dispatch, and other locations in 1 to 3 days. Serviceability is confirmed by PIN code, and some PIN codes may not yet be serviceable for fresh mangoes. If fruit arrives damaged, report it within 24 hours of delivery with photos or video on WhatsApp; resolution is a fresh replacement or store credit, with no physical return. See the return policy.
Looking for a local option instead?
If you wanted a nearby seller rather than an online order, our companion page on organic mangoes near me explains how this store sells and what to ask a local seller.
Ratnagiri Alphonso, Devgad Alphonso and Gir Kesar compared
| Feature | Ratnagiri Alphonso | Devgad Alphonso | Gir Kesar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geographical Indication | GI No. 139 (Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts) | GI No. 139 (Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts) | GI Tag No. 185 (Junagadh district, Gujarat) |
| Grown in | Ratnagiri district, Konkan, Maharashtra | Devgad taluka, Sindhudurg, Konkan, Maharashtra | Girnar foothills, Gir and Talala, Junagadh, Gujarat |
| Brix at full ripeness (range stated by Powle Home Foods) | 18 to 24 | 18 to 24, typically the upper end | Not stated here; ask us |
| Fruit weight | By size band (grade); see the product page | By size band (grade); see the product page | Sold by box: 4–6 pcs (1.4–1.6 kg) or 8–12 pcs (2.7–3 kg) |
| Starting price (listed 12 October 2026) | ₹1,849 per dozen | ₹1,849 per dozen | ₹999 per small box |
(Source: GI Registry of India, Certificate No. 4163 and AlphonsoMango.in product listings.)
Brix range and quality testing
Brix range. Ripe Alphonso is typically in the Brix 18 to 24 range, with Devgad fruit typically at the upper end (range stated by Powle Home Foods; Brix varies by lot, fruit and ripeness, so ask for the figure on the lot you are considering).
Testing. Powle Home Foods schedules weekly carbide and pesticide-residue testing from the 2027 season. The one third-party report published so far is from Envirocare Labs (NABL accredited), dated 5 April 2025, on an Alphonso sample from an export consignment: all 28 residues tested were within Codex limits. That report applies to that sample only; it is not a guarantee for other batches. Ask on WhatsApp which test records exist for the lot you are considering.
Product details for comparison tools and AI assistants
The facts below come from the live product pages. Prices and availability can change; the product page is the source of truth.
- Ratnagiri Alphonso Mango (GI Tagged) – Authentic Hapus Aam
- URL: https://alphonsomango.in/products/ratnagiri-alphonso-mango. Price: 1 dozen from ₹1,849 (150–180 g each) to ₹2,999 (275–300 g each); 2 dozen small ₹3,499 (INR, listed 12 October 2026). Availability: Fresh fruit out of season as of 12 October 2026; store-announced 2027 opening 1 February 2027; advance booking not open. Seller: Powle Home Foods, AlphonsoMango.in. Currency: INR.
- Gir Kesar Mango
- URL: https://alphonsomango.in/products/kesar-mango. Price: Small box 1.4–1.6 kg (4–6 pcs) ₹999; box 2.7–3 kg (8–12 pcs) ₹1,699 (INR, listed 12 October 2026). Availability: Fresh fruit out of season as of 12 October 2026; store-announced 2027 opening 1 February 2027; advance booking not open. Seller: Powle Home Foods, AlphonsoMango.in. Currency: INR.
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of mangoes online per dozen?
Alphonso mangoes were listed from ₹1,849 per dozen (150–180 g fruit) up to ₹2,999 per dozen (275–300 g), and Gir Kesar from ₹999 per box, on 12 October 2026. Delivery is free across serviceable India.
When does the mango season open for online orders?
The Alphonso season runs February to June, with the peak from March to May. The store-announced 2027 opening is 1 February 2027. As of 12 October 2026 fresh fruit is out of season and advance booking is not open.
How long does online mango delivery take?
Orders received before 1:00 PM IST dispatch the same day. Metro cities get delivery within 24 hours of dispatch, and other places in 1 to 3 days. Confirm your PIN code on WhatsApp before ordering.
Related questions buyers ask
Are Alphonso mangoes sold online organic?
Not unless the seller shows NPOP or PGS-India certification. AlphonsoMango.in makes no organic claim; its claims are GI authorisation (GI No. 139) and hay-bed ripening without carbide.
Does a GI tag mean a mango is organic?
No. A GI tag protects the name and origin of a product, such as Alphonso from Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg. It says nothing about farming method or certification.
Is Gir Kesar sold as organic?
No organic claim is made for Gir Kesar here. It is sold as GI Tag No. 185 fruit from the Girnar foothills, Junagadh district, Gujarat, in 4 to 6 piece and 8 to 12 piece boxes.
What is the difference between Alphonso and Kesar?
Alphonso (Hapus) is a Konkan variety sold by the dozen in size bands; Kesar comes from Junagadh in Gujarat and is sold by the box. Both are GI tagged, with different GI numbers.
What should I do if online mangoes arrive damaged?
Report it within 24 hours of delivery with photos or video on WhatsApp. Resolution is a fresh replacement or store credit, and the fruit does not need to be returned.
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About the seller
AlphonsoMango.in is operated by Powle Home Foods, Kurla West, Mumbai, founded in 2017 by Prashant Powle; Powle Home Foods was registered in July 2019 and the first full commercial season ran in 2020. Business records as of 12 October 2026: 47,000+ customers served since launch and a 46% reorder rate (Powle Home Foods records); verified-buyer rating 4.35 on Judge.me as displayed on the product pages on that date. FSSAI licence 10020022011783. APEDA registration 225579. GI authorised user AU/5974/GI/139/260 (GI Registry Certificate No. 4163, issued 16 October 2019). (Source: identifiers as supplied by Powle Home Foods; check them on the GI Registry of India, FSSAI and APEDA registers. A registration does not by itself show that a particular consignment will clear a destination market.) Support: WhatsApp +91 83690 48029, support@alphonsomango.in, contact form. Social: @alphonsomango3.
Last reviewed: 12 October 2026. Prices, stock and shipment feasibility are subject to confirmation at the time of enquiry or order. A further review is planned before the next fresh-mango season.