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How Much Does a Business Website Cost in India? (2026 Guide)

SGSG·Oct 27, 2026·2 min read

"How much will a website cost?" has no single answer, because a one-page landing site and an online store are very different projects. This guide gives realistic price ranges for India, explains what changes the price, lists the yearly costs people forget and includes an estimator you can use for your own project.

Typical website cost by type

These are indicative market ranges for one-time development. Your actual quote depends on scope, design and the team you choose.

Type of websiteBest forOne-time cost
Landing pageOne offer, event or campaign₹8,000–₹25,000
Business website (5–10 pages)Service companies, clinics, schools₹20,000–₹60,000
E-commerce storeSelling products online₹50,000–₹2,00,000+
Custom web applicationPortals, dashboards, SaaS₹1,50,000–₹6,00,000+

Estimate your website

Website cost estimator

What changes the price?

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Design

Custom layouts and animation cost more than a polished template.

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Features

Booking, payments, user logins and dashboards add build time.

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Who builds it

A freelancer, small agency and large firm price very differently.

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Content

Writing, photos and product uploads can be extra if you do not supply them.

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SEO setup

Proper page titles, speed and structure take planning from the start.

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Speed of delivery

Rush projects usually cost more.

Yearly costs people forget

ItemTypical yearly cost
Domain name (.com / .in)About ₹700–₹1,500
Hosting₹3,000–₹15,000 or more
SSL certificateOften free with hosting
Maintenance and updates₹5,000–₹30,000 depending on the plan
Email and toolsVaries with the number of users

How to avoid overpaying

  • Write down what you need before you ask for quotes. Clear scope means comparable prices.
  • Start small. Launch the core pages first and add features later.
  • Ask who owns the website and the domain. You should own both.
  • Check past work. Look at live sites the team has built.
  • Ask about support. Know what happens after launch.

Frequently asked questions

Why do quotes vary so much?

Quotes differ in scope, design effort, who does the work and what is included afterwards. Compare features, not just totals.

Is a free website builder enough?

It can work for a very small start. Custom features, speed and full control usually need a proper build.

Do I need a website if I have social media?

A website you own builds trust, appears in Google search and does not depend on another platform's rules.

Want a clear quote for your website?

Tell us what you need and we will send a plain-language estimate with no surprise costs.

Get a free quote →

Also read: the digital checklist for a new small business.

Prices are indicative market ranges, not a quote, and they change over time. Ask for a written estimate for your exact project.

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Founder of Tara Digital, building custom business software for small businesses.

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