Website Development Costs in India: A Realistic Breakdown
If you're a business owner in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, or anywhere in India, you've probably wondered: "How much does a website really cost?"
The answer depends on what you need. Let me break down real-world pricing — not agency markups, but what you should actually expect to pay.
Cost by Website Type
| Website Type | Cost (INR) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Landing Page | ₹5,000 - ₹12,000 | 2-4 days |
| Business Website (5-10 pages) | ₹12,000 - ₹35,000 | 5-10 days |
| Portfolio / Personal Site | ₹8,000 - ₹20,000 | 3-7 days |
| E-commerce Store (basic) | ₹25,000 - ₹60,000 | 2-4 weeks |
| Custom Web Application | ₹35,000 - ₹1,50,000+ | 3-8 weeks |
| Multi-Vendor Marketplace | ₹80,000 - ₹3,00,000+ | 6-12 weeks |
What Affects the Price?
1. Complexity of Features
A blog costs less than a booking system. A booking system costs less than a full e-commerce platform. The more custom features you need, the higher the price.
2. Tech Stack
WordPress sites are cheaper and faster to build. Custom Laravel or Django applications cost more but are vastly more powerful, secure, and scalable.
3. Design Requirements
Using a template saves money. Custom UI/UX design from scratch adds cost but creates a unique brand experience.
4. SEO & Performance
A website that's fast, SEO-optimized, and mobile-friendly takes more effort than a basic HTML site. But it's worth every rupee — organic traffic is free marketing.
5. Maintenance
Websites aren't "set and forget." Hosting, SSL, updates, and security monitoring are ongoing costs (typically ₹500-3,000/month).
Why Cheap Websites Cost More in the Long Run
I've seen too many businesses pay ₹3,000 for a "website" that loads in 8 seconds, isn't mobile-friendly, and has zero SEO. Then they pay ₹25,000 to have it rebuilt properly. Do it right the first time.
My Pricing
I'm Mohammad Altmash — I charge fairly for quality work. Business websites start at $150 (₹12,500), web apps at $400 (₹33,000). Every project includes:
- Clean, maintainable code
- Responsive mobile-first design
- On-page SEO optimization
- SSL setup and deployment
- 30 days of free post-launch support