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Odisha Rasagola, a GI tagged food stuff product of Odisha

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Food Stuff · Odisha

Odisha Rasagola

GI Registered Odisha Food Stuff
GI numberGI-53
Typical price₹200 - ₹400 per kg
Verified cooperativesPuri Confectioners Development Union
StateOdisha

About Odisha Rasagola

Odisha Rasagola is the soft, spongy cottage-cheese sweet of Odisha, made from chhena and cooked in sugar syrup. It is generally light cream or off-white in colour and slightly less white than the Bengali version, and the syrup is usually lighter. The sweet is closely associated with the Pahala area near Bhubaneswar, where shops sell it in earthen pots and tins along the highway.

Heritage and place

Odisha traces the tradition of rasagola to the Jagannath temple in Puri, where it is part of the ritual offering on the day of Niladri Bije, when the deities return to the sanctum after the Rath Yatra. Bengal has its own rasogolla history, and both states hold separate GIs, so this tag recognises the Odia version specifically. The registration of Odisha Rasagola came after a widely reported public debate.

How it is made

Milk is curdled, and the chhena is drained and kneaded until smooth. Small balls are shaped and boiled in a thin sugar syrup until they expand and cook through. Some makers lightly caramelise the sugar, giving a pale golden tone. The balls are then cooled in the syrup so they take on sweetness while staying airy. The balance of kneading and cooking time decides the texture.

Registry record

Odisha Rasagola is listed in this catalogue as GI-53, a Geographical Indication tagged product of Odisha in the food stuff category. The name is legally protected: only producers within the notified region may sell under it. Confirm the entry in the official GI Journal before relying on it commercially.

◈ How to spot a fake Odisha Rasagola

What to check

Fresh rasagola is soft and springy, holding its shape when pressed, with a milky, lightly sweet taste. Sour smell or a rubbery, dense texture means poor quality or old stock. Check the date on packed tins, keep the sweet in its syrup and refrigerate. Buy from established Pahala shops or reputable Odisha sweet houses, and eat within a few days of purchase.

  • Light brown-tinted, ultra-soft syrup cheese ball that dissolves quickly without leaving a rubber residue.

Price to expect

Genuine Odisha Rasagola typically sells in the range of ₹200 - ₹400 per kg. Prices far below that range are a common sign of an imitation.

Where to buy

Look for authorised sellers such as Puri Confectioners Development Union, or government emporia and cooperatives in Odisha.

Catalogue record

Catalogue record: GI-53 · Odisha · reviewed

Frequently asked questions

What is the GI registration number of Odisha Rasagola?

This catalogue lists Odisha Rasagola as GI-53. Registration numbers should be confirmed against the official GI Journal before commercial use.

Where is Odisha Rasagola made?

Odisha Rasagola is produced in Odisha, in the food stuff category of this catalogue.

Can Odisha Rasagola legally be made outside Odisha?

No. GI protection means only producers within the notified region of Odisha may legally sell goods under the name “Odisha Rasagola”.

What does genuine Odisha Rasagola cost?

Genuine Odisha Rasagola typically sells in the range of ₹200 - ₹400 per kg. Prices far below this range are a common sign of an imitation.

How can I spot a fake Odisha Rasagola?

Light brown-tinted, ultra-soft syrup cheese ball that dissolves quickly without leaving a rubber residue.

Where should I buy genuine Odisha Rasagola?

Look for authorised sellers such as Puri Confectioners Development Union, or government emporia and cooperatives in Odisha.