**Zomato CEO Reveals Delivery Partner Earnings Amid Transparency Debate**
Zomato’s CEO, Deepinder Goyal, recently shared a detailed fact sheet regarding the average income of the company’s delivery partners, following a discussion with popular YouTuber Dhruv Rathee on X (formerly Twitter). This move was prompted by Rathee’s inquiries into Zomato’s pay practices and calls for greater transparency regarding gig workers’ earnings, which has sparked a broader conversation about gig worker compensation and working conditions.
In 2025, Goyal reported that the average earnings per hour (EPH) for Zomato delivery partners, excluding tips, reached ₹102, an increase from ₹92 the previous year, marking a 10.9% year-on-year growth. He explained that while most delivery partners work only a few hours and days each month, those who work 10 hours a day for 26 days could potentially earn ₹26,500 monthly in gross earnings. After deducting 20% for fuel and maintenance, the net earnings would amount to ₹21,000 per month.
Goyal also highlighted that delivery partners receive 100% of the tips given by customers, with the average tip per hour in 2025 being ₹2.6, up from ₹2.4 in 2024. He emphasized that tips are transferred instantly without any deductions, as Zomato absorbs the payment gateway processing costs. Approximately 5% of orders on Zomato receive tips, compared to 2.5% on Blinkit.
Addressing concerns about overwork, Goyal clarified that in 2025, the average delivery partner worked only 38 days a year, averaging about seven hours per working day. He noted that only 2.3% of partners worked more than 250 days annually, suggesting that demands for full-time employee benefits, such as provident fund contributions or guaranteed salaries, do not align with the gig model. Goyal emphasized the flexibility of gig work, allowing partners to choose their working hours and locations, making it a viable source of secondary income.
Goyal also tackled concerns regarding the safety of delivery partners, particularly in light of the pressure to meet quick delivery timelines. He asserted that the promise of 10-minute deliveries does not pressure gig workers or lead to unsafe driving practices, as there is no countdown timer in the delivery app. He explained that such rapid deliveries are feasible due to the proximity of Zomato and Blinkit stores to customers, rather than any imposed time constraints.
In summary, Goyal’s transparency regarding earnings and working conditions for Zomato delivery partners aims to address public concerns and clarify the nature of gig work within the company.
**FAQ**
**Q: How much do Zomato delivery partners earn on average?**
A: In 2025, the average earnings per hour for Zomato delivery partners were ₹102, with potential monthly earnings of ₹21,000 after expenses for those working full-time hours.
