
R. K. Narayan Net Worth
View full profileR. K. Narayan's net worth is currently estimated at $1M in 2026.
Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1935$0.001MD
First Novel: Swami and Friends
Marks the beginning of his literary career.
1943$0.01M+900%C
"Malgudi Days" Publication
Establishes Malgudi as a key setting.
1958$0.05M+400%B
The Guide is Published
Gains wider recognition for his writing.
1960$0.1M+100%B
Sahitya Akademi Award Recipient
Awarded for The Guide; increases his prestige.
1980$0.25M+150%B
AC Benson Medal Awarded
Honored for contributions to literature.
2000$0.9M+260%B
Continued Literary Influence
Remained relevant till the end of his life.
2026$1M+11%B
Legacy as Indian Novelist
Remembered as a key figure in Indian literature.
Last updated: February 24, 2026