Website development cost in India (2026–27): a price guide for business owners
At Over & All Tech, a professionally built website starts at ₹20,000 for a simple 5–8 page business site, ₹35,000 for a custom-designed site and ₹25,000 for an online store (plus GST). After launch, budget every year for the domain (₹899 for a .in or ₹1,499 for a .com at Hostinger's renewal price), hosting and maintenance. The final price depends on pages, design, features and who builds it.
Website cost at a glance
These are our starting prices at Over & All Tech in Mumbai, excluding GST. Your fixed quote depends on the pages, features and content you need. Freelancers can be cheaper and large agencies more expensive; what matters is what's included.
| Type of website | Starting price (one-time) | Timeline | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic business website (5–8 pages, WordPress, ready theme) | From ₹20,000 | 2–3 weeks | New businesses, consultants, clinics, local services |
| Custom-designed business website (10–20 pages, SEO set-up, blog) | From ₹35,000 | 4–6 weeks | Growing companies that need leads from Google |
| E-commerce website (WooCommerce or Shopify, up to ~100 products) | From ₹25,000 | 3–6 weeks | Brands selling online in India |
| 3D or animated website | From ₹80,000 | 6–10 weeks | Products and brands that need to stand out |
| Custom web application or portal | From ₹1,00,000 | Depends on scope | Customer, vendor or staff portals; booking or quoting systems |
What decides the price of a website?
- Number of pages and templates. Ten pages built from two layouts cost far less than ten pages that each need a different design.
- Ready theme or custom design. A ready theme is quicker and cheaper. A custom design costs more but looks like your brand and is easier to make fast and conversion-focused.
- Platform. WordPress, Shopify or custom code. Each has different build and running costs (see the comparison below).
- Content. Who writes the text, and who supplies photos and product details? Writing and photography are often the hidden part of the bill.
- Features. Enquiry forms, WhatsApp, booking, payments, multiple languages, member logins, calculators or filters all add work.
- Integrations. Connecting your CRM, ERP, WhatsApp Business API, payment gateway or shipping partner.
- SEO and speed. Page titles, schema, a sitemap, fast loading on mobile and correct tracking take time but decide whether the site brings enquiries.
- Who builds it. A freelancer, an agency or a do-it-yourself builder (compared below).
What a website costs every year
The build is a one-time cost. These are the costs that come back every year:
| Item | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Domain name | .in ₹899/year · .com ₹1,499/year · .co.in ₹799/year | Hostinger renewal prices, November 2026. First-year offers are often lower. |
| Hosting | About ₹3,500–7,800/year | Hostinger renewal prices on 48-month plans: Single ₹289/month, Premium ₹449/month, Unlimited ₹649/month. Shared hosting is enough for most business sites; busy stores need more. |
| SSL certificate (https) | Usually free | Included with most hosting plans and with every Shopify plan. |
| Shopify plan (if you use Shopify) | From ₹1,800/month (Basic, billed yearly) or ₹1,994/month billed monthly | Grow is ₹6,700/month billed yearly. Prices from shopify.com/in/pricing, November 2026. |
| Payment gateway | About 2% per transaction | Razorpay's standard rate. Shopify adds a further 2% (Basic), 1% (Grow) or 0.6% (Advanced) when you use a third-party gateway. |
| Maintenance (updates, backups, security, small edits) | Fixed monthly or yearly plan | Priced after a free website health check. See our website maintenance plans. |
Sources: Hostinger domain prices, Hostinger web hosting, Shopify India pricing, Razorpay pricing, checked 11 November 2026.
WordPress vs Shopify vs custom code: which costs less?
| WordPress | Shopify | Custom code | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Build cost | Low to medium | Low to medium | Highest |
| Running cost | Hosting + domain + any paid plugins | Monthly plan + transaction fees + paid apps | Hosting + domain + developer time for changes |
| Editing by your team | Easy | Easy | Needs a developer unless a CMS is built in |
| Best for | Business websites, blogs, small stores | Online stores that want to start quickly | Unusual features, portals, very high speed needs |
For most service businesses in India, WordPress gives the best value. For a store that needs to sell from day one, Shopify is usually quicker. Custom code makes sense when the website is really an application. If you're unsure, our website development team will recommend the option that fits your budget.
Freelancer, agency or DIY website builder?
| DIY builder | Freelancer | Agency | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up-front cost | Lowest (your time + monthly plan) | Low to medium | Medium to high |
| Design and SEO quality | Depends on you | Varies a lot | More consistent; a team covers design, development and SEO |
| Support after launch | Self-service | Depends on the person's availability | Usually a written support or maintenance plan |
| Risk | Time spent, average results | Delays, or the person becomes unavailable | Higher price; check what's included |
Mehdi Rezaei, Co-founder, Over & All Tech
Costs people forget to ask about
- Content writing and photos: are they included, or do you supply them?
- Premium themes and plugins: many renew every year.
- Business email: addresses like you@yourcompany.com are paid for separately (for example Google Workspace or Microsoft 365).
- Number of revisions: how many design changes are included before extra charges apply?
- Ownership: the domain, hosting account and website files should be in your company's name.
- Tracking and SEO set-up: Google Analytics, Search Console and enquiry tracking should be part of the build, not an add-on later.
How to get an accurate website quote
Send any developer these six things and you'll get a quote you can compare:
- Two or three websites you like, and what you like about them.
- The list of pages you need (or the number of products, for a store).
- Who will provide the text and photos.
- Must-have features: forms, WhatsApp, booking, payments, languages, logins.
- Anything the site must connect to: CRM, ERP, payment gateway, shipping.
- Your launch date and your budget range.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a website cost in India?
At Over & All Tech, a basic 5–8 page business website starts at ₹20,000, a custom-designed website at ₹35,000 and an e-commerce store at ₹25,000 (plus GST). The final price depends on pages, design, features and content. On top of that you pay yearly for the domain (for example ₹899 for a .in and ₹1,499 for a .com at Hostinger's renewal price), hosting and maintenance.
Is a WordPress website cheaper than a custom-coded website?
Usually, yes. WordPress uses a ready content management system, so less has to be built from scratch, and your team can edit pages without a developer. Custom code costs more up front but makes sense for unusual features, very high speed requirements or a web application.
How long does it take to build a business website?
A basic business website typically takes 2–3 weeks, a custom-designed site 4–6 weeks and an e-commerce store 3–6 weeks. The biggest delay is usually content: text, photos and product details from the business.
What are the yearly costs after the website is built?
Plan for the domain renewal, hosting, any paid plugins or theme licences, and maintenance (updates, backups, security and small changes). On Shopify, add the monthly plan, which starts at ₹1,800 a month billed yearly for the Basic plan.
Should the domain be registered in my name?
Yes. Always register the domain in your company's name and keep the login. Your developer can be added as a user. This avoids being locked out if you change vendors later.
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