Reports IndicesMonday, 9 March 2026·The Hindu
India ranks third in Hurun Global Rich List 2026 with 308 billionaires; Elon Musk tops the world
The Hurun Global Rich List 2026 placed India third with 308 billionaires and Elon Musk as the world’s richest person.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In March 2026, the Hurun Global Rich List 2026 ranked India third globally with 308 billionaires, while Elon Musk of the United States topped the world list with USD 792 billion.
Key specifics
- Edition: 15th Hurun Global Rich List 2026.
- India’s rank: 3rd globally.
- India’s billionaire count: 308.
- World’s richest person: Elon Musk, USD 792 billion.
- Wealth data was calculated as of 15 January 2026.
Exam lens
Report and ranking question, March 2026, 15th edition, 308 billionaires, 15 January 2026, Elon Musk — TNPSC may ask India’s global rank and the date of wealth calculation.