| Parameter | Specification |
| Grain Type | Long, Medium, or Short Grain |
| Color | White, Brown, Red, Black, or Purple |
| Average Grain Length | 6 to 7 mm (long grain) |
| Average Grain Width | 2 to 3 mm |
| 1000-Grain Weight | 20 to 30 grams |
| Shape | Cylindrical to Oval |
| Surface Texture | Smooth or Slightly Rough |
| Moisture Content (ideal) | 12% to 14% |
| Bulk Density | 0.75 to 0.85 g/cm³ |
| Hardness | Medium to Hard |
| Husk Presence | Present in paddy; removed in milled rice |
| Aroma | Non-aromatic / Aromatic (e.g., Basmati) |