A 2026 pricing guide for websites, mobile apps, ERP, and e-commerce in India with a free cost calculator, timelines, and cost drivers.
Last updated: Feb 2026. Changes: added calculator, refreshed ranges, and expanded timelines.
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In 2026, software development cost in India mainly depends on scope, UI/UX depth, integrations, and security. Most projects split budget into discovery, design, development, and QA, with maintenance typically planned yearly after launch.
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| Project Tier | Typical Scope | Budget Range (INR / USD) | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|---|
| MVP | Core flows, 1 platform | ₹30k - ₹1.2L / $360 - $1,450 | Validation & early traction |
| Business | Full web/app + admin | ₹1.2L - ₹4L / $1,450 - $4,800 | Growth-ready products |
| Advanced | Integrations + analytics | ₹4L - ₹9L / $4,800 - $10,800 | Scale + automation |
| Enterprise | Multi-team, high security | ₹9L+ / $10,800+ | Complex ops & compliance |
Many companies in India list blended hourly rates in the ₹1,000-₹2,000/hr range ($12-$24/hr), with specialized teams higher. A recent outsourcing benchmark shows India bands varying by role and seniority. See regional rate benchmarks.
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Benchmark rates vary by role and seniority. An outsourcing guide shows India ranges that often cluster around mid-tier rates for agencies, with senior specialists higher. See pricing benchmarks.
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Plan for maintenance, security patches, and infra costs. A common rule is 15-20% of initial development annually. See a recent guide referencing maintenance budget planning in the 15-25% range. Maintenance cost benchmark.
| Frequency | Tasks |
|---|---|
| Monthly | Security patches, uptime checks, backups |
| Quarterly | Performance tuning, dependency updates |
| Semi-annual | UX updates, feature tuning, audit review |
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Most MVP mobile apps range from ₹30,000 to ₹1,20,000 ($360-$1,450) depending on scope, platforms, and integrations.
Business sites usually range from ₹12,000 to ₹55,000 ($149-$649) based on pages, design, and integrations.
Agency blended rates often fall in the ₹1,000-₹2,000/hr band ($12-$24), with senior specialists higher depending on stack and domain.
Complex workflows, integrations, and high-security requirements push cost up the fastest.
Most MVPs ship in 3-6 weeks with a small, focused scope.
Fixed price is best for stable scope. Hourly is better when requirements are evolving.
A common rule of thumb is budgeting 15-20% of the initial build annually for maintenance and updates.
Yes. Phased roadmaps reduce risk and let you learn before scaling.
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Quick answers to the most common questions.
Costs vary by scope, UI/UX, integrations, and security. Use the calculator and finalize with discovery for accuracy.
A common budgeting approach is 15-20% of the initial development cost per year for maintenance, updates, and improvements.
Most MVP mobile apps range from ₹30,000 to ₹1,20,000 ($360-$1,450) depending on scope, platforms, and integrations.
A focused MVP typically ships in 3-6 weeks with a small scope.
Fixed price works best for stable scope; hourly is better when requirements change.
Complex workflows, integrations, and higher security requirements are the biggest cost drivers.
Agency blended rates often fall in the ₹1,000-₹2,000/hr band ($12-$24), with senior specialists higher.
Yes, phased roadmaps reduce risk and let teams iterate based on feedback.
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