8 best oud perfumes in India for long-lasting, everyday wear

Perfumes in India have always carried cultural weight, from the attar houses of Kannauj to Assam’s position as the world’s largest oud supplier. Once reserved for ceremonial wear or heavy winter nights, modern oud scents have evolved into lighter, more wearable and long-lasting fragrances that appeal more to today’s buyers. In this guide to the best oud perfumes in India, the spotlight is on scents you won’t easily find everywhere—from heritage Kannauj attars and Indian artisanal creations to niche global blends. Each one balances cultural heritage with evolving luxury, offering oud for every mood, from easy daily wear to layered signatures and statement fragrances for special occasions.

Rose Oud, Secret Alchemist: Floral oud for everyday wear 

Why this oud stands out: A clean perfume free of phthalates, mineral oils and other toxic ingredients

This Indian oud perfume blends rose, musk, amber, raspberry and bergamot for a clean, powdery-floral scent with soft woody undertone. Unlike many traditional oud perfumes in India, it uses only natural essential oils and grain-derived alcohol, making it a light yet long-lasting choice for daily wear. 

Priced at ₹999

Available at secretalchemist.com 

Kesari, Forest Essentials: Clean, non-toxic oud perfume

Why this oud stands out: Exudes fresh, powdery notes to balance the intensity of oud

Reminiscent of the Indian oud heritage, this perfume carries an old-school charm. The aromatic combination of oud and sandalwood is laced with a hint of lemon, just enough to give this oud perfume a mildly citrusy spin. 

Priced at ₹6,200

Available at forestessentialsindia.com 

Oud Minerale, Tom Ford: A fresh, marine oud perfume

Why this oud stands out: Strikes a perfect balance between aquatic and woody notes

This perfume features an unusual combination of oud and marine notes, which is what makes it so covetable. Fresh, aquatic fragrances cut through the woodiness of the oud in every spritz, spiked with amber. It is perfect for any mood and occasion, from the boardroom to the beach.   

Priced at ₹12,400

Available at nykaa.com 

Carved Oud, Thameen: Niche luxury oud perfume 

Why this oud stands out: A versatile, unisex fragrance 

Bottled in a chic cobalt blue falcon, this oud-based perfume, from niche fragrance brand Thameen, stands out for it features oud sourced from the south of India. The deep, earthy blend champions almost all of the notes that are compatible with oud—think patchouli, cedarwood, sandalwood, amber, musk, vetiver, and vanilla. As the perfume lingers on your skin, you will begin noticing the veiled notes. 

Priced at ₹18,900

Available at scentido.com

Bhāṅg - Transcendence, Kastoor: A plant-based perfume for everyday wear

Why this oud stands out: An attar-based spray-on perfume 

This perfume from Kastoor, one of the attar brands from Kannauj creating plant-based luxury perfumes, encapsulates the essence of the Holi festival in a provocative blend headlined by cannabis, oud, and vanilla. Available in a spray format, it is sweet, earthy, and woody. 

Priced at ₹2,100

Available at kastoor.co 

Oud Mukhallat Attar, Ajmal: Traditional Indian oud attar 

Why this oud stands out: Concentrated perfume oil for longevity 

Representing authentic perfume culture is this oil-based attar from Ajmal—rich, pure, potent, and long-lasting. While it does feature generous amounts of the strong oud scent, a punch of floral and fruity notes balances the overall fragrance. Free of alcohol, this warm Indian oud attar also pairs beautifully with other perfumes. 

Priced at ₹2,500

Available at myntra.com 

Sarawak Mazzo, NASO: A vegan oud fragrance 

Why this oud stands out: Artisanal perfume with mood-enhancing properties

A unique blend from Indian artisan perfumery label NASO, this fragrance features oud, rose, lavender mandarins, and sandalwood, making it a fresh, zesty, and earthy pick—all at once. It’s intense, but not heady, which means you can spray it copiously, and you’d still want to spray some more. The vegan formulation can either be layered or worn individually, and it won’t disappoint. 

Priced at ₹4,500

Available at nasoprofumi.com 

Oud Bergamot, Jo Malone London: Long-lasting luxury oud perfume 

Why this oud stands out: Combines citrusy, woody, and musky notes

If you like the intensity of oud but hate how potent some oud perfumes can be, this one from Jo Malone London is worth a shot. The warm and woody essence of oud remains untouched in this blend—away from sweet florals—with added layers of cedarwood and bergamot, that only enhance the depth. Since it belongs to the brand’s cologne range, it promises a higher longevity.

Priced at ₹11,800

Available at nykaa.com