How much does a website cost in India?
A website in India can cost from about ₹5,000 for a simple static site to ₹5 lakh or more for a custom build. The price depends on the number of pages, who writes the content, the features you need and how much ongoing support you want.
Commonly cited price ranges
| Scope | Typical range in India |
|---|---|
| Basic static website | ₹5,000 – ₹20,000 |
| CMS website (editable) | ₹15,000 – ₹60,000 |
| E-commerce website | ₹25,000 – ₹2,00,000 |
| Custom website or web app | ₹75,000 – ₹5,00,000+ |
Commonly cited ranges from a published 2026 Indian website cost guide (redpulsesoftware.in). They are market ranges, not BRANDSWOT Consultancy's prices.
Why prices vary so much
Templates are cheap; strategy, original design, content writing, speed optimisation, integrations and testing take time. Ask what is included, not just the total.
Is website maintenance necessary?
Yes. Updates, security patches, backups, content changes and search improvements keep a website working and visible.
What to ask before you sign
Who owns the domain and code, how many revisions are included, whether content and SEO structure are included, and what monthly support costs.