What a business website actually costs in India in 2026
By Himanshu Sharma ·
Website pricing in India varies widely because the phrase 'a website' covers everything from a one-page profile to a full e-commerce platform. Here is how the cost is actually built up, so you can judge any quote you receive.
What drives the price
Almost every quote comes down to four things: the number of unique page templates, how custom the design is, how much of the content is dynamic, and whether anything needs a backend such as accounts, payments or a dashboard.
- Page templates — a 5-page brochure site is far cheaper than 20 distinct layouts.
- Design source — a bespoke design system costs more than adapting a template.
- Dynamic content — blogs, listings and filters need a content model.
- Backend features — logins, payments and admin panels add real scope.
Recurring costs people forget
A domain renews yearly, hosting is monthly or yearly, and email on your own domain is usually per mailbox. Budget separately for content updates: most businesses want a few changes every quarter.
How to compare quotes fairly
Ask every developer for the same scope in writing: page list, responsive breakpoints, SEO basics, who writes the content, revision rounds, handover format and what happens after launch. Two quotes are only comparable when those lines match.
Planning a website or app?
Share what you have in mind and get a clear scope and timeline.