Website Development Cost Calculator

Get an instant budget and timeline estimate for your website, e-commerce store, or SaaS product. Real 2026 pricing from a working development studio — no fluff, no sales call required.

Step 1: Choose Project Type

What are we building?

Select the scope category that matches your product goal.

Custom Website

Custom UI, fully responsive corporate or landing pages optimized for SEO.

E-Commerce Store

Advanced product listings, filters, secure checkout, and cart capabilities.

SaaS Product

Multi-tenant software architectures, custom workflows, and API systems.

Website Development Cost in India: A 2026 Breakdown

Website development costs in India vary widely depending on the type of website, its complexity, the technology stack, and the team you hire. A basic business website built on WordPress or a page builder typically costs ₹10,000–₹30,000, but these come with performance trade-offs — slow load times, limited customization, and poor Core Web Vitals scores that hurt SEO rankings.

At GenForge Studio, we build custom-coded websites using Next.js and React — the same stack used by Vercel, Netflix, and Hulu. Our projects start at ₹25,000 for a business website and scale based on the features you need.

Business Website

₹25,000 – ₹80,000

Typical timeline: 2–3 weeks

✓5–15 pages
✓Contact forms with WhatsApp alerts
✓SEO-ready metadata & schema
✓Mobile-first responsive design
✓Google Analytics integration

E-commerce Store

₹60,000 – ₹2,50,000

Typical timeline: 4–8 weeks

✓Product catalog with filters
✓Payment gateway (Razorpay/Stripe)
✓Order management dashboard
✓Inventory tracking
✓Customer accounts & wishlists

SaaS Platform

₹1,50,000 – ₹8,00,000+

Typical timeline: 8–16 weeks

✓Multi-tenant architecture
✓Auth & role-based access
✓Subscription billing (Stripe)
✓Admin dashboard & analytics
✓API integrations

Custom Web Application

₹1,00,000 – ₹5,00,000+

Typical timeline: 6–12 weeks

✓Custom workflows & automations
✓Database design (MongoDB/PostgreSQL)
✓Third-party API integrations
✓Real-time features (WebSockets)
✓Scalable cloud deployment

Custom Development vs WordPress vs Shopify vs Wix

Not every project needs custom code. Here is an honest comparison to help you decide which approach fits your business.

Factor	Custom (Next.js)	WordPress	Shopify	Wix/Squarespace
Starting Cost	₹25,000+	₹10,000+	₹2,000/mo + setup	₹1,000/mo + setup
Page Speed	90–100 Lighthouse	40–70 (plugin dependent)	50–75	30–60
SEO Control	Full (schema, routing, meta)	Good (with plugins)	Limited	Very limited
Customization	Unlimited	Theme-bound	Template-bound	Drag-and-drop only
Security	No admin panel to exploit	Plugin vulnerabilities	Managed by Shopify	Managed by platform
Hosting Cost	Free (Vercel/Cloudflare)	₹500–₹3,000/mo	Included in plan	Included in plan
Best For	Business sites, SaaS, e-commerce needing SEO	Content-heavy blogs	Simple online stores	Personal sites, portfolios

What Affects Website Development Cost?

Number of Pages & Content Depth

A 5-page brochure site is fundamentally different from a 50-page content hub with blog, case studies, and location pages. More pages mean more design, development, and SEO work — each page needs unique metadata, schema markup, and internal linking strategy.

Design Complexity

Template-based designs are cheaper but limit differentiation. Custom UI/UX design with interactive elements, animations, and brand-specific components costs more upfront but converts better — our custom builds typically see 2–3x higher engagement than template sites.

Backend & Integrations

A static site with a contact form is simpler than one that needs a CMS, user authentication, payment processing, CRM integration, or custom API endpoints. Each integration adds development time and testing complexity.

SEO & Performance Requirements

Basic SEO (meta tags, sitemap) is included in every build. Advanced technical SEO — structured data for rich snippets, Core Web Vitals optimization, crawl budget management, and programmatic page generation — requires specialized expertise that adds to the cost but drives measurable organic traffic growth.

Payment Gateway Integration

Integrating Razorpay, Stripe, or PayU adds ₹10,000–₹30,000 depending on complexity. A simple checkout is cheaper; subscription billing with trials, usage-based pricing, and webhook-driven order automation costs more but is essential for e-commerce and SaaS.

Ongoing Maintenance & Hidden Costs

Post-launch costs include domain registration (₹500–₹1,500/year), hosting (free on Vercel for most sites, or ₹500–₹5,000/month for high-traffic), SSL certificate (free with Vercel/Cloudflare), email hosting (₹100–₹500/user/month), and maintenance (₹3,000–₹15,000/month). We include 30 days of free support with every project.

How to Choose the Right Web Development Partner

Check their own website's speed

Run their site through Google PageSpeed Insights. If an agency's own website scores below 80, they're unlikely to deliver fast sites for you.

Ask about their tech stack

WordPress, Wix, and page builders are fine for blogs — but for business-critical sites, ask if they use modern frameworks like Next.js or React that Google actively favors.

Look at real case studies

Not just screenshots — ask for live URLs. Check the sites' loading speed, mobile experience, and whether they actually rank in search results.

Understand what's included

SEO, responsive design, analytics setup, and SSL should be included by default. If these are listed as add-ons, the base price is misleading.

Ask about post-launch support

What happens after the site goes live? Good agencies include a support window and offer maintenance plans. Cheap agencies disappear after delivery.

Get a clear timeline with milestones

A professional team breaks the project into phases with deliverables at each stage — not just a single deadline weeks away with nothing to review in between.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a basic website cost in India in 2026?+

A basic 5-page business website costs ₹15,000–₹40,000 with a template builder, or ₹25,000–₹80,000 for a custom-coded Next.js site. The custom build loads faster, ranks better, and doesn't lock you into a platform.

Why is custom development more expensive than WordPress?+

WordPress is built on PHP with a plugin ecosystem that adds bloat. Custom Next.js sites are pre-rendered at the edge, score 90+ on Core Web Vitals by default, and don't need security plugins because there's no admin panel to exploit. You pay more upfront but save on hosting, security, and lost traffic from slow pages.

What is the cost of an e-commerce website in India?+

E-commerce sites range from ₹60,000 for a simple product catalog with payment gateway to ₹2,50,000+ for a full-featured store with inventory management, multi-vendor support, and custom admin dashboards.

How much does a SaaS product cost to build?+

A SaaS MVP with authentication, billing, and a core feature set costs ₹1,50,000–₹4,00,000. A production-ready platform with multi-tenancy, analytics, and integrations costs ₹4,00,000–₹8,00,000+. Phased delivery keeps the initial investment manageable.

How long does it take to build a website?+

A business website takes 2–3 weeks. E-commerce stores take 4–8 weeks. SaaS platforms take 8–16 weeks. These timelines include design, development, testing, and deployment.

What are the hidden costs of website development?+

Domain registration (₹500–₹1,500/year), hosting (₹500–₹5,000/month), SSL certificate (free with Vercel/Cloudflare), email hosting (₹100–₹500/user/month), and ongoing maintenance (₹3,000–₹15,000/month). We include 30 days of free support and help you choose the most cost-effective hosting.

Do you charge for revisions?+

Every project includes revision rounds as part of the quoted price. We agree on the number of revisions upfront (typically 2–3 per milestone) so there are no surprise charges.

Can I see the cost before committing?+

Yes — that's exactly what this calculator is for. Get an instant estimate, then book a free consultation to refine the scope and get a detailed proposal.

What is the difference between a freelancer and an agency for web development?+

Freelancers are cheaper (₹10,000–₹50,000) but often lack design, SEO, and backend expertise. Agencies provide end-to-end delivery — design, development, SEO, and deployment — with accountability and support. We operate as a lean, founder-led studio: agency quality at competitive rates.

Is it worth investing in a custom website over a template?+

If your website is a primary revenue channel (lead generation, e-commerce, SaaS), yes. Custom sites load 2–3x faster, rank higher in search, and convert better because every element is designed for your specific use case. Templates work for personal blogs or temporary projects.

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