| Type | Chickpeas (Desi or Kabuli – Popular Varieties) |
| Grain Size | Medium to large (6–12 mm diameter depending on variety) |
| Shape | Round to angular with rough or smooth surface |
| Color | Beige, light brown, or cream (Kabuli); dark brown (Desi) |
| Texture | Hard and dry |
| Moisture Content | Maximum 12% (for safe storage) |
| Purity | Minimum 98% |
| Foreign Matter | Not more than 1–2% |
| Broken/Immature Grains | Maximum 3–5% |
| Weevil Infestation | Absent |
| Odor | Characteristic, free from off-odor or mustiness |
| Shelf Life | 6–12 months (under proper storage conditions) |
| Storage Condition | Cool, dry, and insect-free environment |