What Really Drives Website Cost
"How much does a website cost?" is like asking "how much does a car cost?" — it depends entirely on what you need. The main cost drivers are design complexity, number of pages, custom functionality, integrations, content, and whether it is a template or a custom build. Here are realistic 2026 ranges in India.
Typical Price Ranges in India (2026)
- Basic business website (template): roughly ₹20,000–₹60,000 — a few pages, standard design, contact form
- Custom business / brand website: roughly ₹60,000–₹2,50,000 — bespoke design, animations, CMS, SEO foundations
- Ecommerce store (Shopify or custom): roughly ₹50,000–₹5,00,000+ depending on scale — see our pricing
- Web app / full-stack build: ₹2,50,000 and up — custom backend, dashboards, APIs, integrations
One-Time vs Ongoing Costs
Beyond the build, budget for:
- Domain: roughly ₹800–₹1,500 per year
- Hosting: free on platforms like Vercel for modern sites, or ₹3,000–₹20,000+ per year for traditional hosting
- Maintenance: updates, security, new features — often a monthly retainer
- Marketing: SEO and ads to actually drive traffic
Why the Cheapest Quote Usually Costs More
A ₹8,000 website that loads slowly, isn't mobile-first and can't be found on Google costs you far more in lost customers than you saved. Price for outcomes — speed, conversion and search visibility — not just pages.
What a Good Investment Includes
- A fast, mobile-first, custom website
- SEO-ready structure, schema and clean code
- Clear content and conversion-focused layout
- Analytics and tracking set up from day one
- Support after launch
How to Get an Accurate Quote
Share your goals, page list, must-have features and examples you like. A good studio will give you a fixed, itemised quote — not a vague number.
Want a real quote for your project? See our transparent pricing or message us for a fixed estimate.
