The short answer
For most small and medium businesses in Hyderabad, a professional website costs between ₹10,000 and ₹50,000 to build, plus roughly ₹4,000 to ₹15,000 per year for the domain, hosting and basic upkeep. Online stores and custom web applications cost more because they involve payments, databases and more testing.
The price depends far less on "how many pages" and far more on three things: how much custom design and functionality you need, who builds it (a student, a freelancer, a small team or a large agency), and how much support you get after launch.
Website price ranges by type
These are typical market ranges in Hyderabad and across India in 2026. Individual quotes will vary.
| Type of website | Typical price range | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Basic 3–5 page website | ₹8,000 – ₹20,000 | Freelancers, consultants, small shops, new businesses |
| Business website (8–15 pages, blog, CMS) | ₹18,000 – ₹50,000 | Clinics, schools, real estate, service companies |
| E-commerce store (WooCommerce / Shopify) | ₹30,000 – ₹1,00,000+ | Brands selling products online |
| Custom web application | ₹50,000 – ₹5,00,000+ | Portals, booking systems, dashboards, SaaS products |
| Landing page for ads | ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 | A single campaign, product launch or event |
What actually affects the price
1. Design: template or custom
A good premium template customised with your logo, colours and content is the most cost-effective option for most businesses. A fully custom design — where every page is designed from scratch in a tool like Figma before development — takes longer and costs more, but helps if your brand needs to stand out.
2. Features and integrations
Each feature adds time: online payments, booking calendars, WhatsApp notifications, multi-language support, user logins, product filters, CRM integration. A simple contact form takes minutes; a booking system with reminders can take days.
3. Content
Many projects get delayed because the business does not have its text and photos ready. If you need the developer to write content, do product photography or upload hundreds of products, that is extra work and should be priced separately.
4. Who builds it
| Builder | Cost | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Student or beginner | Lowest | Can work for very simple sites; support after launch is uncertain |
| Experienced freelancer | Low to medium | Good value; depends on one person's availability |
| Small team / studio | Medium | Design, development and SEO under one roof, more reliable support |
| Large agency | Highest | Strong process and brand work; often more than a small business needs |
5. SEO and speed work
A website that loads in two seconds and is set up properly for Google (titles, descriptions, sitemap, schema, Google Search Console, Google Business Profile) brings in more enquiries than one that simply "looks nice". This work is sometimes included and sometimes charged separately — ask.
Yearly costs most people forget
The build price is a one-time cost. These are the recurring costs of running a website in India. They should be paid from accounts in your name so you always own your website.
| Item | Approximate yearly cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Domain name (.com / .in) | ₹800 – ₹1,500 | Renewal prices are often higher than first-year offers |
| Hosting | ₹3,000 – ₹10,000 | Shared hosting for small sites; more for stores and heavy traffic |
| Business email | ₹0 – ₹2,000 per user | Zoho Mail has a free tier; Google Workspace is paid |
| Premium theme / plugin renewals | ₹0 – ₹8,000 | Only if your site uses paid tools |
| Maintenance (updates, backups, security) | ₹12,000 – ₹60,000 | Optional but strongly recommended for WordPress sites |
SSL certificates (the padlock in the browser) are free with most good hosting providers today, so you should not normally pay extra for one.
How much does an e-commerce website cost?
An online store needs more than a normal website: product pages, cart and checkout, a payment gateway such as Razorpay or PhonePe, shipping rules, tax settings, order emails and an admin panel to manage orders. Expect these extra recurring costs:
- Payment gateway fees: usually around 2% per transaction for standard domestic payments — check your gateway's current pricing.
- Platform fees: Shopify has a monthly subscription; WooCommerce is free but needs good hosting.
- Shipping integration: services like Shiprocket charge per shipment.
- WhatsApp order notifications: Meta charges per message for template messages; check Meta's current rate card.
Three real-world examples
Example 1: A physiotherapy clinic in Kukatpally
The clinic needs a home page, an about page for the doctors, a services page listing treatments, a gallery and a contact page with a map and WhatsApp button. Patients mostly find them on Google, so basic SEO and a Google Business Profile matter more than fancy animations. Typical budget: ₹10,000–₹20,000 to build, about ₹5,000 a year to run.
Example 2: A real estate developer in Gachibowli
The developer wants separate pages for each project, downloadable brochures, a photo and video gallery, site-visit booking and lead forms that go straight to the sales team's WhatsApp. The website must look premium because buyers judge the company by it. Typical budget: ₹25,000–₹60,000, depending on how many projects and how much custom design.
Example 3: A home-grown clothing brand selling across India
The brand needs an online store with around 100 products, size variants, Razorpay and UPI payments, Shiprocket shipping, discount coupons and WhatsApp order updates. Product photos and descriptions take as much effort as the development. Typical budget: ₹35,000–₹1,00,000 to build, plus payment gateway fees, shipping and hosting.
Notice that in all three cases, the price is driven by what the website needs to do for the business, not by the number of pages alone.
Red flags in a website quote
- No written scope. "Full website" with no page list or features is a recipe for arguments later.
- Domain registered in the developer's name. If you fall out, you may lose your own web address.
- 100% payment upfront for a new developer with no track record.
- No live examples. Screenshots are easy to copy; live websites you can open are not.
- "Lifetime free hosting". Hosting always costs someone money; ask what happens after the first year.
- Guaranteed "number 1 on Google". No honest developer can promise a specific ranking.
Checklist: questions to ask before you pay
- Will the domain and hosting be in my name?
- How many pages and revision rounds are included?
- Is the website mobile-friendly and speed-tested?
- Is basic SEO and Google Search Console setup included?
- Can I edit text and images myself after launch?
- How long is free support after launch?
- What is the payment schedule?
- Can I see websites you have built that are live today?
A clear written quote that answers these questions protects both you and the developer.
CodeServe website pricing
We publish our prices openly so you know what to expect before you contact us:
| Package | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter Website | ₹9,999 | Up to 5 pages, mobile-friendly, WhatsApp button, basic SEO, delivery in about 7 days |
| Business Website | ₹19,999 | Up to 10 pages + blog, easy editing, advanced SEO, Google Business Profile setup |
| E-commerce Store | ₹34,999 | Up to 50 products, Razorpay / UPI payments, WhatsApp order notifications |
| Monthly Care plan | ₹1,999 / month | Updates, backups, monitoring and small content changes |
Domain and hosting are bought in your name and paid separately, so you always own your website.
How to get a good website without overspending
- Start smaller. Launch with the pages that bring enquiries (home, services, about, contact) and add more later.
- Prepare your content early. Logo, service descriptions, photos and contact details ready on day one can cut the timeline in half.
- Choose a CMS you can edit. You will not need to pay a developer for every small text change.
- Prioritise speed and mobile. Most of your visitors will be on phones.
- Plan for upkeep. A website that is never updated becomes slow and insecure.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way to get a business website in India?
A simple 3–5 page website on WordPress or a website builder is the cheapest professional option, typically ₹8,000 to ₹20,000 to build plus domain and hosting. Free website builders exist, but they usually show ads, limit your design and make it harder to rank on Google.
How long does it take to build a website?
A basic website usually takes 5 to 10 working days, a business website 2 to 3 weeks and an e-commerce store 3 to 4 weeks, once all content is ready. Custom web applications take longer depending on features.
Is a website a one-time cost?
The build is a one-time cost, but every website has yearly costs: domain renewal, hosting and, ideally, maintenance. Budget at least ₹4,000 to ₹15,000 per year for a small business website.
Should I pay the full amount upfront?
No. A common and fair arrangement is 50% advance to start and the remaining 50% before the website goes live, with a written quote that lists what is included.
