BRICS Members In 2026: Which Country Has The Highest GDP And Where Does India Rank?
India ranks second in the BRICS bloc after China, with rapid economic growth, a large domestic market and an expanding role in global trade and investment.
BRICS Summit 2026 is happening today in Delhi, and the world, from East to West, is watching. The 11 members of BRICS will have the biggest negotiations among the leaders and delegates today at Bharat Mandapam in India. As PM Narendra Modi welcomes many leaders today, talks with Russia and China will be the highlights of the session.
BRICS has come a long way from its original five members to now having an 11-member bloc. This brings together some of the world's major economies and nations that are rich in resources.
The BRICS group currently includes
- Brazil
- Russia
- India
- China
- South Africa
- Egypt
- Ethiopia
- Iran
- Saudi Arabia
- The UAE
- Indonesia
These nations together represent a significant share of the global economy and have a strongly strengthened position around the globe.
The curious question today is: which economy is the biggest, and where is India in the list?
Which BRICS Country Has The Highest GDP, And Where Does India Stand?
This is not even a question, when it is about economic size or population, China tops the charts. So, China is the clear leader on the billboard among the BRICS countries.
The table topper China stands at nominal GDP of around $20.65 trillion in 2026. The strength of the country comes from its giant manufacturing hubs, the exports, infrastructure and global trade network. China is also the second largest economy by nominal GDP.
India ranks second within the BRICS bloc, with its nominal GDP estimated at around $4.15 trillion in 2026. India's real GDP grew 7.8% in Q1 FY2026–27, highlighting strong economic momentum. While China remains significantly larger, India's rapid growth continues to strengthen its position among the world's leading emerging economies.
BRICS Countries And Their GDP
| Country | Approx. Nominal GDP | BRICS Position |
| China | Approx $20.8 trillion | No. 1 in BRICS |
| India | Approx $4.15 trillion | No. 2 in BRICS |
| Russia | Approx $2.65 trillion | No. 3 in BRICS |
| Brazil | Approx $2.64 trillion | No. 4 in BRICS |
| Indonesia | Approx $1.54 trillion | No. 5 in BRICS |
| Saudi Arabia | Approx $1.39 trillion | No. 6 in BRICS |
| UAE | Approx $620 billion | No. 7 in BRICS |
| South Africa | Approx $480 billion | No. 8 in BRICS |
| Egypt | Approx $430 billion | No. 9 in BRICS |
| Iran | Approx $300 billion | No. 10 in BRICS |
| Ethiopia | Approx $200 billion | No. 11 in BRICS |
(Note: Figures reflect nominal GDP projections and exchange rate adjustments based on recent IMF estimates.)
Where Does India Stand?
As seen and estimated, our nation stands at the second position and the second-largest economy in BRICS after China. If we question why the position is important, this position is basically important because of its rapid and fast-growing economic expansion. India is now growing and working hard for ‘local for vocal’ and its large domestic market and growing role in global trade and investment. India has been moving upward and forward.
India may not be the biggest economy in the bloc today, but its growth potential makes it one of the key economies to watch.
FAQs For BRICS Summit 2026
Which BRICS country has the highest GDP?
China has the highest nominal GDP among BRICS countries, with its economy estimated at around $20.8 trillion in 2026.
Where does India rank among BRICS economies?
India ranks second among BRICS economies by nominal GDP, with its GDP estimated at around $4.15 trillion in 2026.
How many countries are currently members of BRICS?
BRICS currently has 11 member countries: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Indonesia.
Which country has the second-highest GDP in BRICS?
India has the second-highest nominal GDP in the BRICS bloc, after China.
What is India's GDP growth rate in 2026?
India's real GDP grew by 7.8% in the first quarter of FY2026–27, showing strong economic momentum.
Why is India's position in BRICS important?
India's second position is important because of its rapid economic growth, large domestic market, expanding global trade and growing role in the global economy.
Which BRICS countries have the largest economies after India?
After China and India, Russia and Brazil are the next two largest BRICS economies by nominal GDP, followed by Indonesia.
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