Top 10 Advertising Agencies in India

 

Top 10 Advertising Agencies in India (with Client Details)

1. Ogilvy India
   One of India’s most established creative networks, Ogilvy is known for integrated campaigns combining brand storytelling, media, and digital innovation. Clients include Vodafone, Cadbury, Coca-Cola, Amazon, Dove, and American Express 

   
   
   

2. DDB Mudra Group
   A full-service Indian network under the Omnicom umbrella, DDB Mudra builds campaigns across creative, media, and experiential domains. It has worked with brands such as Royal Enfield, McDonald’s, Volkswagen, Airtel, Snickers, and Stayfree. 
   

   
   
   
   

3. MullenLowe Lintas Group
   Drawing on Lintas’s historic legacy and Mullen’s global approach, this agency excels in emotionally driven, culturally relevant creative. Its client base includes Surf Excel, Google Shopping, and Faasos.
   

   
   
   
   

4. McCann Worldgroup India / McCann Erickson
   McCann is celebrated for insight-led storytelling. Its clients include Coca-Cola, Parachute, L’Oréal, Maruti Suzuki, and MasterCard.
   

   
   
   

5. Leo Burnett India
   Rising high in creative rankings, Leo Burnett is known for human-centric and emotionally resonant campaigns. Clients often include major FMCG, retail, and consumer brands (exact client names vary by region).
   

   
   
   
   

6. FCB Ulka
   With decades of presence in India, FCB Ulka emphasizes strategic insight and brand narrative. Its client roster includes Amul, Shoppers Stop, Nerolac, ITC, and Santoor.
   

   
   
   
   

7. VML / VMLY&R India
   As a digitally focused creative network, VML / VMLY&R integrates data, brand experience, and design. It works with brands in digital-first campaigns.
   

   
   
   
   

8. BBDO India
   A creative heavyweight with global affiliations, BBDO handles demanding clients seeking high-impact campaigns. Clients often include premium brands in sectors like luxury, consumer goods, and technology (specific public client mentions are rarer).
   

   

9. Dentsu India / Dentsu Creative India
   Part of the Dentsu Aegis network, Dentsu India specializes in creative, media, and digital services. It is known for bridging creative content and technology. One listing cites Dentsu Creative India among India’s top agencies in 2025.
   

   

10. Publicis Groupe India
    Operating multiple specialized brands under its umbrella (creative, media, digital), Publicis India manages broad-spectrum campaigns for major clients across sectors. (Specific Indian client names are less centralized in public listings).
    

    
    
    
    

Agency Name	Official Website
Ogilvy India	ogilvy.com ​
DDB Mudra Group	ddbmudragroup.com ​
MullenLowe Lintas Group	mullenlowelintas.in ​
McCann Worldgroup India (McCann Erickson)	mccannworldgroup.com ​
Leo Burnett India	leoburnetindia.com ​ and leoburnett.co.in ​
FCB Ulka	fcbulka.com ​
VML / VMLY&R India	vml.com/india ​
BBDO India	bbdoindia.com ​
Dentsu India / Dentsu Creative India	dentsu.com/in/en ​
Publicis Groupe India	publicisgroupein.com ​