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How Much Does Custom Software Development Cost in India?
Written by Yash Kumar Singh & Shishir Singh • Kroma Code
Transparent Cost Ranges in 2026
In India, custom software development costs typically range from $3,000 to $15,000+ for fixed-scope startup projects, and $2,500 to $8,000+ per monthfor dedicated senior engineering pods (such as Kroma Code's 3-person pod model).
1. MVP / Startup Sprint: $3,000 - $7,000
Custom web/mobile app, essential AI webhooks, PostgreSQL database, 2 to 3-week timeline.
2. Monthly Dedicated Engineering Pod: $3,500 - $6,500 / mo
Full senior pod (Suhaan, Yash, Shishir) delivering continuous sprint velocity and feature deployments.
3. Enterprise Custom ERP / SaaS: $12,000 - $35,000+
Multi-tenant architecture, high-density executive dashboards, SOC2 security compliance, and multi-quarter roadmaps.