How much does a website cost in India in 2026?
Here are typical market prices in India for each type of website, next to where our packages start. The “market” column is what you will commonly see quoted by freelancers and agencies across the country.
| Website type | Typical market price | Areez Software | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Static website | ₹5K – ₹30K | From ₹5K | Up to 5 pages to present your business and collect enquiries. |
| Dynamic website (with admin panel) | ₹15K – ₹80K | From ₹15K | Update pages, blog and services yourself, with a lead dashboard. |
| E-commerce store | ₹25K – ₹200K+ | From ₹25K | Products, cart, payments, orders and shipping in one place. |
| Custom web application | ₹100K+ | Custom quote | Portals, CRMs and booking systems designed around your workflow. |
Why such a wide range? Two “5-page websites” can be completely different: one is a copied template, the other has custom design, fast loading, SEO and support. The sections below show what to compare.
What you get for your money: package by package
Every package below includes a mobile-friendly design and a fixed quote before work starts. You can also compare them side by side, with sample designs, in our pricing section.
Static Website
Final quote depends on the number of pages and features you need.Shops, clinics, consultants, freelancers and startups that need a professional online presence.
- Up to 5 pages (Home, About, Services, Contact…)
- Mobile-friendly, responsive design
- Contact form & WhatsApp chat button
- Basic on-page SEO setup
- Fast-loading & secure (SSL-ready)
- Google Maps & social media links
Dynamic Website
Most popular · Price depends on the modules and integrations you need.Growing businesses that publish blogs, update services often or want to manage leads in one place.
- Admin panel to edit content yourself
- Up to 15 pages with reusable layouts
- Blog / news section
- Enquiry & lead management dashboard
- SEO controls for every page
- Multiple admin users & roles
E-commerce Store
Price depends on catalogue size, payment and shipping setup.Brands and retailers who want to sell online with UPI, card and net-banking payments.
- Product catalogue, cart & checkout
- Payment gateway (UPI, cards, net banking)
- Order & inventory management
- Shipping, delivery & invoice setup
- Customer accounts & order history
- Coupons & discount codes
Custom Web Application
We scope your requirements first, then send a fixed quote.Portals, CRMs, booking systems and SaaS products built around how your business works.
- Workflows designed around your business
- Dashboards & reports
- API & third-party integrations
- User roles, permissions & security
- Scalable cloud hosting setup
- Ongoing support & maintenance
8 things that affect website development cost
When two quotes look very different, the difference almost always comes from these factors:
Number of pages
A 5-page site costs far less than a 30-page one. Each extra page needs design, content and testing.
Template vs custom design
A polished template-based layout is cheaper; a fully custom brand design takes more time and costs more.
Features & functionality
Booking, member logins, calculators, multi-language or filters each add development time.
Admin panel (CMS)
Being able to edit content yourself is the main difference between a static and a dynamic website.
Integrations
Payment gateways, WhatsApp, CRM, shipping or accounting tools need setup and careful testing.
Content & photos
Writing copy, product descriptions and sourcing images costs extra if you do not provide them.
SEO setup
Basic on-page SEO is usually included; ongoing SEO to rank for competitive keywords is a separate service.
Deadline
A very tight launch date may need extra hours from the team, which can raise the price.
Yearly running costs nobody mentions upfront
The build is a one-time cost, but every website has a few small yearly costs to keep it online and secure:
| Item | Typical cost | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Domain name (.in / .com) | ₹700 – ₹1.5K / year | Your website address. Renew every year so you never lose it. |
| Hosting | ₹2K – ₹10K / year | Shared hosting suits most small sites; busy stores need more power. |
| SSL certificate (https) | Usually free | Most good hosting includes a free SSL certificate. |
| Business email | ₹1.5K – ₹3K / user / year | Professional addresses like you@yourbusiness.com. |
| Maintenance & updates | ₹1K – ₹5K / month | Optional. Security updates, backups, small changes and support. |
| Payment gateway fees | ~2% per transaction | For e-commerce only, charged by the payment provider on each sale. |
Simple rule of thumb: for a small business website, budget around ₹3K to ₹12K a year for domain and hosting. Add maintenance if you want someone to handle updates, backups and changes for you.
Which type of website does your business need?
Paying for features you will not use is the most common way to overspend. Match the website to your goal:
Local shop, clinic or consultant
A static website (from ₹5K) is usually enough: services, photos, location, WhatsApp button and contact form.
Growing service business
Choose a dynamic website (from ₹15K) if you will post blogs, add services often or want all enquiries in one dashboard.
Selling products online
An e-commerce store (from ₹25K) gives you a catalogue, secure UPI and card payments, orders and stock.
Unique process or idea
A custom web application is right for portals, booking systems, CRMs and SaaS products. Start with a scoping call.
Freelancer vs agency: how website prices compare
| Option | Price | Strengths | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freelancer | Lowest | Affordable for small, simple websites. | One person handles everything; support depends on their availability. |
| Small agency | Moderate | A team for design, development and SEO, with a written quote and support after launch. | Costs a little more than a freelancer for very small jobs. |
| Large agency | Highest | Big teams and processes for large enterprise projects. | Higher overheads; small businesses often pay for more than they need. |
Areez Software works as a focused small team: you get design, development, SEO and support from one place, at prices close to a freelancer for small websites. See our web development and e-commerce services, or browse live projects we have built.
How long does it take to build a website?
Typical timelines once the scope is agreed and your content is ready:
- Static website: about 1 week. Once your content and photos are ready, a 5-page site can be designed, built and launched quickly.
- Dynamic website: about 2–3 weeks. Extra time for the admin panel, blog, lead dashboard and training you to update it yourself.
- E-commerce store: about 3–5 weeks. Depends on the number of products, payment and shipping setup, and testing real orders end to end.
- Custom web application: scoped in stages. Planned after a scoping call and delivered in milestones, so you see progress early.
Tip: the biggest delay is usually waiting for content. Having your text, logo and photos ready can cut the timeline in half.
How to save money (and the red flags to avoid)
- Start with the pages and features you need now; add more once the site brings in business
- Prepare your text, logo and photos before the project starts
- Pick a dynamic website if you will update content often: it saves paying for every small change
- Ask for a written, itemised quote that lists pages, features and what is not included
- Confirm that the domain, hosting and website files are registered in your name
- Check that basic SEO, mobile design and SSL are included, not sold as extras later
Red flags in a website quote
A price with no written scope
Without a list of pages and features, extra charges appear halfway through the project.
Domain registered in their name
If the developer owns your domain, you can lose your website address when you part ways.
No mobile or speed testing
Most Indian visitors use phones. A slow, broken mobile site loses customers and Google rankings.
“Unlimited revisions” for ₹2K
Prices far below the market usually mean copied templates, no support and no security updates.
Frequently asked questions about website cost in India
How much does a website cost in India in 2026?
A simple static business website typically costs ₹5K to ₹30K, a dynamic website with an admin panel ₹15K to ₹80K, and an e-commerce store ₹25K to ₹200K or more. At Areez Software, static websites start from ₹5K, dynamic websites from ₹15K and e-commerce stores from ₹25K.
What is the difference between a static and a dynamic website?
A static website shows fixed pages and is changed by a developer. A dynamic website comes with an admin panel, so you can edit pages, publish blog posts, manage services and view enquiries yourself without coding.
How much does an e-commerce website cost in India?
A small online store typically starts around ₹25K, while large catalogues with custom features can cost ₹200K or more. Our e-commerce stores start from ₹25K and include the catalogue, cart, UPI/card payments, orders, stock and coupons.
What are the yearly costs after the website is built?
Plan for a domain (about ₹700 to ₹1.5K a year), hosting (about ₹2K to ₹10K a year), optional business email and optional maintenance. SSL is usually free with good hosting. E-commerce stores also pay around 2% per transaction to the payment gateway.
How long does it take to build a website?
A static website usually takes about a week once your content is ready, a dynamic website about 2 to 3 weeks and an e-commerce store about 3 to 5 weeks. Custom web applications are planned and delivered in stages.
Is a cheap website worth it?
A low price is fine for a simple site if the scope is written down and includes mobile design, SSL and basic SEO. Be careful with prices far below the market: they often mean copied templates, no support and no security updates.
Do I own my website and domain?
You should. Make sure the domain and hosting are registered in your name and that you receive the website files and admin access when the project ends.
Can I start small and upgrade later?
Yes. Many businesses start with a static website and move to a dynamic website or online store as they grow. Built on a solid foundation, the design and content can be carried forward.
Market prices are typical ranges seen across India as of October 26, 2026 and vary by city, scope and provider. Our package prices are starting prices; your final quote depends on the pages and features you need.