Pusa JG-16: Developed by ICAR, this variety of chickpea performs well in drought-prone areas. Its yield ranges from 1.3 to 2 tons per hectare, even in dry conditions.
Vardan: This variety can be sown in both irrigated and non-irrigated areas. The plants are ready for harvest in about 130 to 135 days, with a yield of around 22-24 quintals per hectare.
Pusa-256: Known for its tall and upright plants, this variety is ready for harvest after about 130 days of sowing. It offers an average yield of approximately 27 quintals per hectare.
Jawahar Chana-24: This variety has tall plants and is ready for harvesting in about 100 to 115 days.
Phule 9425-5: This high-yielding variety is known for bumper production. It matures in 90 to 105 days and can yield up to 40 quintals per hectare.