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What will your project cost?
Pick your project type and scope, and get a realistic 2026 budget range in seconds.
01 What are you building?
02 How big is version one?
03 Anything extra?
How this calculator works
Every range comes from the same model we use to scope real client work: a base range for your project type and version-one scope, plus adders for the features that genuinely move the number — payments, admin tooling, integrations, AI, and real-time functionality. Mobile projects can also compare a single cross-platform codebase against building both platforms native, which typically adds 35–40%.
The figures reflect typical Indian agency rates — a blended team rate of roughly $25–$60 per hour — for professionally built, production-ready software, including design, engineering, testing, and deployment. If a quote you receive comes in far below these ranges, ask what's being skipped: usually it's testing, security, or the data work that makes features reliable.
For a deeper breakdown of what drives each number, read our guides on AI MVP costs, SaaS development costs in India, and mobile app development costs— or explore our services to see how we build.
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is this cost calculator?
The ranges reflect typical Indian agency rates (roughly $25–$60 per hour blended) for professionally built, production-ready software in 2026, based on projects we scope and deliver. They are designed to sanity-check your budget, not replace a quote — an exact number needs a short conversation about your specific features and constraints.
How much does it cost to build an app in India in 2026?
A simple mobile app typically costs ₹4–8 lakh, a medium-complexity app like a marketplace ₹8–15 lakh, and complex apps with fintech, real-time, or AI features start at ₹15 lakh. A SaaS platform MVP typically runs ₹8–18 lakh, and a focused AI MVP can start as low as ₹1–2 lakh.
Why is software development cheaper in India?
Indian agencies bill a blended team rate of roughly $25–$60 per hour versus $100–$250 in the US or Europe, driven by lower operating costs — not lower quality. Many global SaaS products are engineered in India for exactly this reason.
What ongoing costs should I budget after launch?
Plan for 15–25% of the build cost per year for maintenance: bug fixes, OS and dependency updates, small features, and infrastructure. An unmaintained product degrades quickly as platforms evolve.
How do I get an exact quote for my project?
Share your idea through our contact form — we review it within one business day, run a short scoping call, and send a proposal with a clear plan and a fixed price. There is no obligation and no charge for scoping.
Want a real number, not a range?
One conversation to scope the work, meet the team, and get a proposal — usually within two business days.