Launching a startup begins with a single, vital step-building an MVP (Minimum Viable Product). And one question echoes in every founder’s mind: “How much will it cost to build my MVP?” India has emerged as a global destination for startups seeking to develop high-quality Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) at competitive costs. However, with numerous variables, estimating the true cost can be challenging. This guide educates you on key factors influencing MVP pricing in India, while showing how to make smart budget decisions without cutting corners.
Many early-stage founders underestimate what it takes to build even a basic MVP. Overspending or under-budgeting can derail progress, scare off investors, and burn resources prematurely.
A realistic estimate ensures:
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1. Complexity & Features
The more complex your product, the more development time it takes. MVPs are meant to test assumptions, not to be feature-packed final products. Focus on one core problem.
2. Choice of Technology
Are you going fully custom or using no-code/low-code tools? Choosing scalable technologies like React Native or Node.js increases flexibility, but comes with a higher initial cost.
Explore our Custom App Development services to understand how tech decisions affect long-term cost and scalability.
3. Design Requirements
UI/UX matters even for MVPs. Clean, intuitive design improves user adoption but also affects time and cost.
Consider a Design Audit to refine your MVP's visual experience without the bloating cost.
4. Team Experience & Location
Freelancers, small dev shops, or seasoned agencies? Costs vary based on the team's skill, communication standards, and domain knowledge.
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Here’s a realistic breakdown of MVP development costs in India:
UI/UX Design ₹40,000 – ₹1,00,000
Frontend Development ₹60,000 – ₹2,50,000
Backend Development ₹70,000 – ₹3,00,000
QA & Testing ₹20,000 – ₹1,00,000
Project Management ₹15,000 – ₹75,000
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Simple MVPs (e.g., landing pages, directory apps)
Moderate MVPs (e.g., marketplaces, bookings)
Complex MVPs (e.g., SaaS, social platforms)
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Maintenance & Support
Post-launch updates, bug fixes, and basic support can cost 10–20% of the initial build annually.
Infrastructure
Servers, hosting, domain, CDN, and API charges can add ₹5,000–₹20,000/month.
Future-Proofing
If you don’t plan for scale now, it’ll cost more later. Consider conducting a Tech Audit to ensure your MVP is scalable.
Start lean, but think ahead—especially if you’re pitching to investors or expecting quick user growth.
Use Open-Source Frameworks
Save hours of development time using proven tools and libraries.
Follow Agile Methodologies
Build in sprints. Launch fast. Improve based on user feedback.
Work with Lean, Focused Teams
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Your MVP doesn’t need to be perfect—it needs to be smart. Budgeting the right way ensures your startup can launch, learn, and grow.
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During our discussion, share your business challenges and the results you aim to achieve. This information will help us start brainstorming the best solutions tailored to your needs. We'll explore your vision in detail, ensuring we understand every aspect of your goals.
After our discussion, we'll prepare a comprehensive proposal that outlines our approach to your project. Take your time to review it, and once you’re satisfied, sign the contract. With everything in place, we’ll begin working on turning your vision into reality.
