TL;DR: A landing page costs ₹30,000–₹80,000. A full web app with backend is ₹1,00,000–₹3,00,000. An enterprise SaaS platform is ₹5,00,000–₹20,00,000+. Exact pricing depends on features, timeline, and whether you need AI or mobile.
Why Software Pricing in India Is So Confusing
Search "software development cost India" and you'll see everything from ₹10,000 to ₹50,00,000 for seemingly similar projects. The range exists because "custom software" can mean:
- A 5-page WordPress site (₹20,000)
- A custom B2B SaaS platform with multi-tenancy (₹15,00,000)
- An AI-powered enterprise system (₹50,00,000+)
The confusion also comes from agencies quoting low to win the project, then adding costs at every phase. We don't do that — our quotes are fixed price, and this article reflects what we actually charge.
Software Cost by Project Type (2026)
| Project Type | Typical Range | Timeline | Stack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landing page / brochure site | ₹30,000 – ₹80,000 | 1–2 weeks | Next.js, Vercel |
| Web app (simple, no backend) | ₹50,000 – ₹1,50,000 | 3–5 weeks | React + Supabase |
| Full-stack web app + backend | ₹1,20,000 – ₹3,00,000 | 6–10 weeks | Next.js + FastAPI + PostgreSQL |
| SaaS platform (multi-tenant) | ₹3,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 | 10–16 weeks | Next.js + Python + Cloud Run |
| Mobile app (iOS + Android) | ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 | 10–14 weeks | React Native / Flutter |
| AI integration into existing app | ₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000 | 3–8 weeks | OpenAI / Claude + RAG |
| Enterprise software (ERP/CRM) | ₹5,00,000 – ₹20,00,000+ | 16–36 weeks | Custom full-stack |
What Makes the Price Go Up
- User authentication and roles — adds 2–3 weeks and ₹30,000–₹60,000 for proper JWT auth, OAuth, and role-based access control
- Payment integration — Razorpay basic setup: ₹15,000. Subscription billing with webhooks and invoicing: ₹40,000–₹80,000
- Real-time features — WebSockets for live chat, notifications, or collaborative editing add ₹40,000–₹1,00,000
- Admin dashboard — a proper analytics dashboard with filters, exports, and user management: ₹50,000–₹1,20,000
- Multi-language support — proper i18n (Hindi + English + regional) adds 20–30% to frontend cost
- Security audit — penetration testing + OWASP compliance review: ₹30,000–₹80,000
What Makes the Price Go Down
- Using Supabase for backend — saves 3–4 weeks of auth and database setup. We use it for projects under ₹2L
- Vercel deployment — simpler than Cloud Run, costs less to set up, free tier covers small traffic
- Off-the-shelf UI libraries — using Shadcn or MUI instead of custom design systems saves ₹30,000–₹60,000
- Clear requirements — a well-documented spec reduces back-and-forth and saves 20–30% on project cost
Fixed Price vs Time-and-Materials — Which Is Better for You
We offer fixed price contracts for 90% of our projects. Here's why it's better for clients:
- You know the exact cost before signing
- No surprises when the project runs long (as it always does with T&M)
- Forces us to scope properly upfront
- Milestone payments keep both parties accountable
Time-and-materials only makes sense for long-term retainers where the scope genuinely changes every month. For a defined project, fixed price is almost always better for the client.
The Hidden Costs Most Agencies Don't Tell You About
- Cloud hosting — Google Cloud Run for a small app: ₹1,500–₹3,000/month. PostgreSQL on Cloud SQL: ₹2,000–₹5,000/month. Total infrastructure budget: ₹5,000–₹15,000/month
- Third-party API costs — OpenAI at scale can be ₹5,000–₹50,000/month depending on usage
- Domain + SSL — ₹1,000–₹3,000/year for a good domain. SSL is free via Let's Encrypt
- Maintenance — security patches, dependency updates, small bug fixes. Budget ₹8,000–₹20,000/month for a maintained app
Our pricing at Nanoneuron: Starter (landing page/simple site) from ₹49,999. Business (full web app) from ₹1,49,999. Enterprise (custom scope). All prices include source code, documentation, and 3-month post-launch support. Get a free quote →
How to Validate a Quote You've Received
- Ask for a feature-level breakdown — every line item should be justified
- Ask how they handle scope changes — do they charge extra or lock scope?
- Ask to see their test suite — untested code breaks and costs you more in maintenance
- Ask for 3 references from similar projects — not just testimonials, actual contact numbers
- Check if they include documentation and code handover — some agencies keep the repo
Bottom Line
For most Indian startups and SMBs, budget ₹1,50,000–₹5,00,000 for a production-ready web app. Add 30–40% if you need AI features, mobile apps, or complex integrations. Add ₹5,000–₹20,000/month for hosting and maintenance.
The cheapest quote is rarely the best value. What matters is on-time delivery, clean code you own, and a team that responds to you directly.
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