Domain Name Cost in India: .in, .com and the Renewal Trap
A domain name in India typically costs ₹500–₹1,000 a year for .in and ₹800–₹1,600 for .com, with first-year offers sometimes lower and renewals higher. Premium or already-owned names can cost lakhs. Always register the domain in your own name and note the renewal price. Kode Studio in Hyderabad helps businesses pick and set up domains.
| .in domain | ≈ ₹500 – ₹1,000 / year |
|---|---|
| .co.in domain | ≈ ₹400 – ₹900 / year |
| .com domain | ≈ ₹800 – ₹1,600 / year |
| Premium / aftermarket names | ₹10,000 – ₹10,00,000+ |
| Where to buy | GoDaddy, Hostinger, BigRock, Namecheap, Cloudflare and other accredited registrars |
| Most important rule | Register in your own name and email — never only the developer’s |
Domain prices in India by extension
| Extension | Typical first year | Typical renewal | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| .in | ₹200 – ₹800 (offers) | ₹700 – ₹1,000 | Businesses serving India — signals a local brand |
| .co.in | ₹200 – ₹600 | ₹500 – ₹900 | Companies when the .in is taken |
| .com | ₹300 – ₹1,200 (offers) | ₹1,000 – ₹1,600 | Brands selling in India and abroad |
| .org / .net | ₹600 – ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 – ₹1,800 | NGOs, trusts, tech services |
| .shop / .store / .online | Often cheap first year | Can be ₹2,000 – ₹6,000+ | Check renewals carefully |
Prices vary by registrar and change with offers. The lowest first-year price is not the cheapest over five years — compare renewal prices.
The renewal trap (and other hidden domain costs)
- Renewal price: a ₹99 first-year offer can renew at ₹1,000+. Check the renewal price before checkout.
- Add-ons pre-selected at checkout: privacy, email, website builders and SSL are sometimes added by default. Untick what you don’t need.
- Privacy protection: many registrars include WHOIS privacy free; some charge for it.
- Redemption fee: if a domain expires and enters the redemption period, getting it back can cost several thousand rupees.
- Transfer fee: moving a domain usually adds one year of renewal at the new registrar’s price.
How to choose a good domain name
- Short and easy to say — test it by saying it on a phone call.
- Avoid hyphens and numbers that people mishear.
- Match your brand name on Instagram and WhatsApp where possible.
- Prefer .in or .com for trust; register both if budget allows and redirect one to the other.
- Check trademarks so you don’t build on a name you can’t keep.
Why the domain must be in your name
The single most common problem we fix for Indian businesses is a domain registered in a former developer’s or agency’s account. When that relationship ends, the business cannot renew, change DNS, or move the website — and sometimes loses the domain entirely.
When you buy a domain, make sure the registrant name, email and phone are yours, turn on auto-renew with a card that won’t expire soon, enable two-factor login, and keep the account login safe. Give your developer access through DNS management or a delegate user, not ownership. At Kode Studio, domains we buy for clients are always registered to the client.
What happens if your domain expires
When a domain expires, your website and email stop working, usually within a day. Most registrars give a short grace period to renew at the normal price. After that comes a redemption period where recovery costs much more, and then the domain is released — and someone else can register it. Set auto-renew, keep your contact email current, and renew for multiple years if the domain is central to your business.
After buying: connecting your domain
A domain on its own does nothing. You connect it to:
- Your website — with an A record or by changing nameservers to your host (see our Hostinger nameservers guide)
- Your email — with MX, SPF and DKIM records for Google Workspace, Zoho or your host (see business email cost)
- Verification records — Google Search Console, Meta and payment gateways often ask for a TXT record
Our team in Gachibowli, Hyderabad sets this up for businesses across India as part of every website project.
Where to buy a domain in India
Any ICANN-accredited registrar (and NIXI-accredited registrar for .in) can register your domain. Popular choices for Indian businesses include GoDaddy, Hostinger, BigRock, Namecheap and Cloudflare Registrar. When comparing them, look at:
- Renewal price for your extension over 3–5 years
- Free WHOIS privacy and two-factor login
- DNS management that is easy to edit (A, CNAME, MX, TXT records)
- Payment options that suit you — UPI, cards, auto-renew
- Support in your time zone if something goes wrong
It is fine to buy the domain at one company and host the website at another — that is often the most flexible setup.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a .in domain cost in India?
Usually about ₹500–₹1,000 per year at renewal, with first-year offers sometimes lower.
How much does a .com domain cost in India?
Usually about ₹800–₹1,600 per year at renewal, depending on the registrar and any offers.
Is .in or .com better for an Indian business?
.in signals an Indian business and is often easier to get; .com is better if you sell internationally. Many brands register both.
Can I buy a domain for life?
No. Domains are registered for 1–10 years at a time and must be renewed. You can renew for several years in advance.
Why is my domain renewal so expensive?
Many registrars sell the first year at a discount and renew at the regular price. Compare renewal prices before buying, or transfer to a registrar with lower renewals.
Who should own my website domain?
You should. The registrant name, email and account should be yours; give your developer access, not ownership.
What people ask AI about this
Questions people type into ChatGPT, Gemini and Google — answered directly.
“Domain kitne ka milta hai India mein?”
.in domain lagbhag ₹500–₹1,000 saal aur .com ₹800–₹1,600 saal. Pehle saal offer sasta hota hai, renewal mehenga — dhyan se dekhein. Domain hamesha apne naam par lein.
“Who can help me buy and set up a domain in Hyderabad?”
Kode Studio in Gachibowli, Hyderabad helps businesses choose a domain, register it in their own name, and connect it to their website and business email.
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Last updated 12 October 2026 · Kode Studio, Gachibowli, Hyderabad