How Much Does a Website Cost in India in 2026? The Complete Pricing Guide
A clear 2026 breakdown of website development cost in India — WordPress, eCommerce, custom web apps and mobile apps, plus the yearly costs most people forget.
“How much will my website cost?” is the first question almost every business owner asks — and the answers online range from ₹3,000 to ₹30 lakh. Both numbers can be real. The price depends on what you are actually buying.
This guide breaks down website development cost in India in 2026 by type of project, explains what drives the price up or down, and lists the yearly costs most people forget to budget for.
Key takeaways: a professional business website typically costs ₹15,000–₹75,000, an eCommerce store ₹30,000–₹1,50,000, and a custom web app or mobile app starts around ₹1,00,000. Budget an extra ₹5,000–₹20,000 per year for domain, hosting and maintenance.
Website cost in India by project type (2026)
The ranges below reflect typical market pricing from professional freelancers and small studios in 2026. Large agencies may charge 2–3× more; very cheap offers usually cut corners on design, speed or security.
| Type of website | Typical cost | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Landing page / one-page site | ₹8,000 – ₹20,000 | 3–7 days |
| Business website (5–10 pages, WordPress) | ₹15,000 – ₹75,000 | 1–3 weeks |
| eCommerce store (WooCommerce) | ₹30,000 – ₹1,50,000 | 3–6 weeks |
| Custom web app (MERN stack) | ₹1,00,000 – ₹5,00,000+ | 1–4 months |
| Mobile app (iOS + Android, React Native) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹8,00,000+ | 2–5 months |
What affects the cost of a website?
1. Custom design vs template
A ready-made template is cheaper but looks like thousands of other sites. A custom design is crafted around your brand and your customers, which usually converts far better. Most of the price difference between a ₹10,000 and a ₹60,000 website lives here.
2. Number of pages and content
More pages mean more design, development and testing. Writing professional copy, sourcing photos and creating SEO-friendly content also add to the budget if the developer handles them.
3. Features and integrations
Payment gateways (Razorpay, Stripe), booking systems, user logins, CRM integrations, multi-language support and custom calculators each add development time.
4. Platform: WordPress or custom code
WordPress is faster and cheaper for content-driven sites. Custom MERN stack development costs more but is the right choice for web applications with unique logic. Not sure which you need? Read our comparison of WordPress vs MERN stack.
5. Speed, SEO and security
A fast, secure, search-optimised website takes more skill to build. Cheap websites often skip image optimisation, schema markup and security hardening — which costs you rankings and customers later.
Yearly costs you should budget for
- Domain name: ₹800 – ₹1,500 per year for a .com or .in.
- Hosting: ₹3,000 – ₹15,000 per year for quality shared or cloud hosting.
- SSL certificate: usually free with good hosting.
- Maintenance: ₹1,500 – ₹10,000 per month for updates, backups, security and small changes.
- Premium plugins or tools: ₹0 – ₹20,000 per year, depending on features.
Freelancer vs agency vs studio
Freelancers are affordable but may be stretched thin across design, development and SEO. Large agencies offer process and depth, at a premium price. A small specialist studio sits in between: senior people doing the work directly, clear communication and pricing that makes sense for growing businesses.
How to avoid overpaying (or underpaying)
- Write down your goals — leads, sales, bookings — before asking for quotes.
- Ask for a fixed quote with a clear scope and a list of what is not included.
- Check real work: open their portfolio sites on your phone and test the speed.
- Confirm ownership: you should own the domain, hosting account and code.
- Ask about support after launch — bugs happen, and you need someone to call.
A website is not a cost; it is your hardest-working salesperson. Price it like one.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a good website for ₹5,000?
You can get a basic template site, but expect limited design, slower speed and little SEO. For a business that relies on its website for leads, investing a little more pays back quickly.
Is WordPress free?
The WordPress software is free. You still pay for the domain, hosting, design and development, and any premium plugins.
How long does it take to build a website?
A business website usually takes 1–3 weeks, an eCommerce store 3–6 weeks and a custom web or mobile app 1–5 months, depending on features and how quickly content is ready.
Get an exact quote for your project
Every business is different, so the most accurate number is a quote built around your goals. At Rizqora we build WordPress websites and custom web apps and mobile apps with transparent, fixed pricing. Share your requirements and get a detailed estimate within 24 hours — no obligation.