<p>Biomass energy, a promising renewable source, is crucial for sustainable development.&#xa0;The current research showcased&#xa0;an experimental investigation on biomass pellets made from saw-dust and different binders derived from waste materials. The primary objective of this research was to study the impact of different binders on the combustion and gasification behaviour of biomass pellets. The experimental methods involved the preparation of biomass pellets using saw-dust as the primary feedstock and incorporating different binders to enhance pellet quality and stability. The investigation encompassed the characterization of biomass pellets, including ultimate analysis, proximate analysis and thermo gravimetric analysis, and scrutinized the gasification process to assess syngas composition, heating values and gasification efficiencies. A Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) approach based on the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) was implemented to rank various biomass pellet formulations based on their overall performance, considering combustion and gasification characteristics. It declared the combination of saw-dust, charcoal and burnt engine oil at 80:10:10 proportions better than other blended samples. The conclusions of the study highlighted the importance of selecting appropriate binders for biomass pellet production to improve gasification performance and sustainability.</p> Graphical Abstract <p></p>