Short answer: in 2026, website development cost in India ranges from about ₹5,000 for a simple one-page site to ₹5,00,000 or more for a custom e-commerce store or web app. Most small businesses in Mumbai and across India spend ₹15,000–₹80,000 on a professional 5–10 page business website, plus roughly ₹3,000–₹20,000 a year for domain, hosting and upkeep.
This guide is for small business owners, startups and shop owners who want a straight answer before they start talking to developers. You will learn what each type of website costs, what you pay every year after launch, how freelancers, agencies and DIY builders compare, and how to avoid paying for things you do not need.
Key takeaways
- A basic landing page costs roughly ₹5,000–₹20,000; a 5-page business website ₹15,000–₹80,000.
- E-commerce stores usually start around ₹35,000 and go well past ₹1,00,000 for custom features.
- Budget separately for yearly costs: domain, hosting, security and maintenance.
- The cheapest quote is often the most expensive later — check what is included before you compare prices.
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In this guide:
- Website cost in India by type
- Cost by who builds it: DIY, freelancer or agency
- Yearly costs after launch
- 7 things that change the price
- How to reduce your website cost
- Checklist before you accept a quote
- FAQs
Website development cost in India by type of website
The single biggest factor in cost is what kind of website you need. The ranges below reflect commonly published Indian price guides in 2026 (for example GoDaddy India’s cost guide) and the quotes we see from businesses in Mumbai.
| Type of website | Typical cost in India | Best for | Typical timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-page / landing page | ₹5,000 – ₹20,000 | Ad campaigns, events, a single product or service | 3–5 days |
| Business website (5–10 pages) | ₹15,000 – ₹80,000 | Service businesses, clinics, CA firms, consultants | 1–2 weeks |
| Website redesign | ₹12,000 – ₹60,000 | Old, slow or non-mobile sites that need a refresh | 1–3 weeks |
| E-commerce store (WooCommerce / Shopify) | ₹35,000 – ₹5,00,000+ | Selling products online with payments and delivery | 2–4 weeks |
| Custom web app / portal | ₹1,00,000 – ₹20,00,000+ | Booking systems, dashboards, SaaS, internal tools | 4–8+ weeks |
One-page and landing page websites
A landing page is a single, focused page built to get one action — a call, a WhatsApp message or a form fill. It is the cheapest way to get online and works well for Google Ads or Meta Ads campaigns. The price goes up when you add custom design, copywriting or integrations with your CRM.
Business websites (5–10 pages)
This is what most small businesses need: Home, About, Services, a few service pages, and Contact. The gap between ₹15,000 and ₹80,000 usually comes down to custom design versus a template, who writes the content, and whether basic SEO is set up properly. A business website that loads fast, works on mobile and can be found on Google is worth far more than a pretty one that cannot.
E-commerce website development cost in India
E-commerce costs more because it does more: product catalogue, cart, checkout, payment gateway (such as Razorpay or PayU), shipping, taxes, order emails and an admin panel. A store with a few dozen products on WooCommerce or Shopify can start around ₹35,000; stores with hundreds of products, custom filters, multiple languages or marketplace integrations commonly cost ₹1,00,000 and above. Remember that Shopify also charges a monthly platform fee, while WooCommerce runs on your own hosting.
Custom web apps and portals
If you need logins, dashboards, bookings or workflows specific to your business, you are building software, not just a website. These are usually quoted per feature or per milestone. Ask for a clear scope document before work starts — it protects both sides.
Website cost by who builds it: DIY vs freelancer vs agency
The same website can cost very different amounts depending on who builds it. Here is how the main options compare in India:
| Option | Typical cost | Pros | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIY website builder | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 per year | Cheapest, quick to start | Your time; generic design; limited SEO and features |
| Solo freelancer | ₹15,000 – ₹80,000 per project | Affordable, direct contact | One person for design, code and SEO; availability after launch |
| Traditional agency | ₹80,000 – ₹3,00,000+ per project | Full team, process, support | Higher overheads; you may deal with account managers, not makers |
| Freelance-model agency | Freelancer-level pricing | Full team (design, development, SEO) with direct contact | Check portfolio and references, as with any provider |
A freelance-model agency sits between the two: you get a small specialist team — designer, developer and SEO — but without big-agency overheads, and you talk directly to the people doing the work. That is how we work at Siddham IT Solutions. For reference, our published starting prices are:
- Landing page: from ₹6,000
- 5-page business website: from ₹15,000
- Website redesign: from ₹12,000
- E-commerce store: from ₹35,000
- Maintenance plans: from ₹3,000 per month
Every project gets a fixed quote in INR before work starts, and includes 30 days of free post-launch support. See our web development services for what is included.
Yearly costs after launch (what most quotes leave out)
The build is a one-time cost. These are the costs you pay every year to keep a website running. Typical ranges in India:
| Item | Typical yearly cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Domain name (.in / .com) | ₹600 – ₹2,000 | Renewal prices are often higher than the first year |
| Web hosting | ₹2,000 – ₹15,000+ | Shared hosting is cheapest; e-commerce needs better hosting |
| SSL certificate | ₹0 – ₹5,000 | Free SSL is included with most good hosting today |
| Premium themes / plugins | ₹0 – ₹15,000 | Only if your site uses paid tools; licences renew yearly |
| Maintenance (updates, backups, security) | ₹3,000 per month and up | Often quoted as an annual maintenance contract (AMC) |
Website maintenance cost in India
Maintenance covers software updates, backups, security checks, uptime monitoring and small content changes. Skipping it is the most common reason small business websites get hacked — something we have seen first-hand with clients who came to us after repeated attacks on unmaintained sites. A typical maintenance plan for a small business site in India costs a few thousand rupees per month; a busy e-commerce store needs more.
Don’t forget GST
Website design and development services in India attract 18% GST when the provider is GST-registered. Always ask whether a quote is “inclusive” or “plus GST” so you compare like with like.
7 things that change your website cost
- Number of pages. More pages mean more design and content work.
- Custom design vs template. A custom design costs more but makes your brand stand out.
- Content. If the developer writes your copy or sources images, expect a higher quote.
- Features. Bookings, payments, logins, multi-language and integrations each add cost.
- Platform. WordPress, Shopify, or a custom React / Next.js build have different costs and running fees.
- SEO and speed setup. Proper page titles, fast loading and mobile optimisation take extra time — and are what get you found on Google.
- Timeline. Rush jobs usually cost more.
How to reduce your website cost (without cutting quality)
- Start smaller. Launch with the 5 pages that matter and add more later.
- Prepare your content. Have your logo, service list, photos and contact details ready before the project starts.
- Choose the right platform. A WordPress business site is usually cheaper to run than a custom build; Shopify suits product-heavy stores.
- Ask for a fixed quote. Hourly billing makes costs unpredictable.
- Own your accounts. Make sure the domain and hosting are registered in your name, so you never have to pay to “get your website back”.
Checklist: questions to ask before you accept a website quote
- Is the price fixed, and is GST included?
- How many pages and design revisions are included?
- Who writes the content and provides images?
- Is basic SEO included (titles, descriptions, speed, mobile, Google Search Console setup)?
- Will the domain and hosting be in my name?
- What support is included after launch, and what does maintenance cost?
- Can I see 2–3 live websites you have built for businesses like mine?
Want to see real examples? Browse our recent work, including an electronics online store and an online bookstore for a publisher in Oman.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a website cost in India?
A website in India typically costs ₹5,000–₹20,000 for a one-page site, ₹15,000–₹80,000 for a 5–10 page business website, and ₹35,000 to ₹5,00,000+ for an e-commerce store, plus ₹3,000–₹20,000 per year for domain, hosting and upkeep.
How much is a one-page website in India?
A one-page or landing page website usually costs ₹5,000–₹20,000 in India, depending on whether the design is custom, who writes the content, and whether it connects to tools like WhatsApp, forms or your CRM.
What is the e-commerce website development cost in India?
A small WooCommerce or Shopify store typically starts around ₹35,000. Stores with hundreds of products, custom filters or integrations commonly cost ₹1,00,000 or more. Add hosting or Shopify’s monthly fee and payment gateway charges to your running costs.
What is the website maintenance cost in India?
Website maintenance for a small business site in India usually starts at a few thousand rupees per month and covers updates, backups, security checks and small edits. E-commerce stores and high-traffic sites need more frequent care and cost more.
Is a freelancer cheaper than an agency?
Usually yes. Solo freelancers often charge ₹15,000–₹80,000 for a business website, while traditional agencies quote ₹80,000 and above. A freelance-model agency offers a full team at freelancer-level prices, which suits many small businesses.
How long does it take to build a website?
A landing page takes about 3–5 days, a business website 1–2 weeks, an e-commerce store 2–4 weeks, and a custom web app 4–8 weeks or more, depending on content readiness and feedback speed.
Conclusion: what should your website cost?
For most small businesses, a fair website development cost in India is ₹15,000–₹80,000 for a professional business website and ₹35,000 upward for an online store — plus a few thousand rupees a year to keep it fast and secure. Compare quotes on what they include, not just the final number.
If you are in Mumbai or anywhere in India and want a clear, fixed quote, WhatsApp us on +91 93268 92887 or use our contact form. We are a Borivali-based team offering agency-quality work at freelancer prices, and we reply within 24 hours.
