How Much Does a Website Cost for a Small Business in India?

If you've asked around about getting a website built, you've probably heard wildly different numbers - anywhere from a few hundred rupees to over a lakh. That range exists because "a website" isn't one product. What you're actually paying for changes a lot depending on who builds it and what it includes.

The Three Common Routes

DIY website builders (drag-and-drop tools) are the cheapest option, often ₹0-₹1,500/month. You do all the design and content work yourself. This works if you have the time and don't mind a template-look site, but most small business owners don't have hours to spend on layout and copywriting.

Freelancers typically charge anywhere from ₹3,000 to ₹15,000 for a basic site, depending on experience and location. Quality varies a lot - some are excellent, some disappear after taking an advance. You're also usually on your own for hosting, domain renewal and future updates.

Agencies (like us) usually charge a fixed package price that bundles design, domain guidance, hosting and basic setup together, so there's one point of contact and no loose ends. Prices for a small business package generally run from ₹6,000 to ₹25,000+ depending on scope.

What Actually Changes the Price

• Number of pages - a 5-page site costs less than a 10+ page site with a blog, gallery and multiple service pages.
• Whether domain and hosting are included - some quotes look cheap until you realise domain (~₹800-1,500/year) and hosting (~₹2,000-6,000/year) are separate.
• Custom features - a booking system, payment integration or multi-language site costs more than a standard informational website.
• Design work - a template-based site is cheaper than a fully custom design built around your brand.
• Ongoing support - some prices are "build only," others include updates for a period after launch.

Questions to Ask Before You Pay Anyone

• Does the price include domain and hosting, or are those extra?
• Will I own the domain and have login access to everything, or does the developer keep control?
• How many rounds of changes are included before launch?
• What happens if I want to add a page or make a change six months from now?
• Is the site mobile-friendly by default?

Our Take

We built our pricing around what small businesses actually asked us for: a fixed number with no hidden extras, domain and hosting bundled into the Business plan, and a website that's genuinely yours - no lock-in. A Starter site (up to 5 pages) starts at ₹6,999; a Business site with domain and hosting included starts at ₹11,999.

Whichever route you choose, the most important thing is clarity upfront - get a written scope, a fixed price, and confirmation of who owns the domain and files once the site is live.