Architects of Knowledge & Culture

Serving readers, competitive aspirants, and scholars across Odisha with three decades of uncompromised literary curation.

30+

Years Legacy

Our Heritage

A Legacy Crafted With Passion & Trust

Founded in 1994 by Mr. Amar Narayan Das, Padmalaya Book Store began as a modest sanctuary for readers. Driven by a passion to democratize access to education, it has grown into one of Bhubaneswar’s premier destinations for academic textbooks, civil services guides, and rare literature.

Over three decades, we have remained committed to helping students excel in competitive exams and instilling a lifelong love for reading across generations.

Amar Narayan Das

Founder & Managing Proprietor

Milestones

Our Journey Over Time

1994

The Inception

Padmalaya Book Store opened its doors in Bhubaneswar with a core focus on academic textbooks.

2005

Expansion Era

Expanded stock to include medical, engineering, and national competitive examination guides.

2018

Publisher Network

Partnered directly with over 100+ leading global and Indian publishers for authentic distribution.

2026

Digital Horizon

Enhanced modern services to serve readers and institutions across Odisha seamlessly online.

Our Philosophy

Guided By Excellence

Syllabus-Aligned Selection

We work directly with major educational publishers to stock updated editions for UPSC, OPSC, MBBS, B.Tech, and school curricula, ensuring students always get accurate, current material.

Genuine Sourcing Always

Built on three decades of transparency, every book on our shelves is sourced directly from authorized publishers at honest prices with guaranteed authenticity.

Empowering Future Leaders

More than a bookstore, Padmalaya serves as an intellectual hub where generations of students, researchers, and book enthusiasts receive personal guidance for their goals.

30+

Years Legacy

10K+

Titles In Stock

5K+

Active Readers

100+

Publisher Partners