Shopify Cost in India: Plans, Fees and the Real Yearly Cost
Shopify in India costs ₹1,499/month on Basic, ₹5,599 on Grow and ₹22,680 on Advanced when billed yearly (₹1,994, ₹7,447 and ₹30,164 billed monthly). Add payment gateway fees, apps and a theme: a small Indian store realistically spends ₹25,000–₹60,000 in year one. Kode Studio, Hyderabad sets up Shopify stores for ₹26,000.
| Basic plan | ₹1,499/mo yearly · ₹1,994/mo monthly |
|---|---|
| Grow plan | ₹5,599/mo yearly · ₹7,447/mo monthly |
| Advanced plan | ₹22,680/mo yearly · ₹30,164/mo monthly |
| Shopify Plus | From ₹1,75,000/mo |
| Extra fee with Razorpay / other gateways | 2% Basic · 1% Grow · 0.6% Advanced · 0.2% Plus |
| Free trial | 3 days, then ₹20/month for the first 3 months on most plans |
| Prices checked | 12 Oct 2026 on shopify.com/in/pricing — taxes may apply |
Shopify plans and prices in India (2026)
Shopify charges a monthly subscription. Paying yearly saves about 25%. These are the Indian rupee prices shown on Shopify’s India pricing page in October 2026:
| Plan | Billed yearly | Billed monthly | Fee when using a third-party gateway | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | ₹1,499 / month | ₹1,994 / month | 2% | New stores, under ~₹3 lakh sales a month |
| Grow | ₹5,599 / month | ₹7,447 / month | 1% | Growing brands with staff accounts and reports |
| Advanced | ₹22,680 / month | ₹30,164 / month | 0.6% | High-volume stores |
| Plus | From ₹1,75,000 / month | 0.2% | Enterprise brands | |
Shopify changes prices and offers from time to time, so always confirm on the official page before you buy. Most Indian small businesses start on Basic and move to Grow only when they need more staff accounts, better reports or lower transaction fees.
Transaction fees: the cost most people miss
In India, most Shopify stores accept payments through a third-party gateway such as Razorpay, PayU, Cashfree or PhonePe, because customers expect UPI, cards, net banking and wallets. That means you pay two fees on every online order:
- The gateway’s fee — typically around 2% per transaction for standard plans (check your gateway’s current pricing).
- Shopify’s additional fee — 2% on Basic, 1% on Grow, 0.6% on Advanced.
Example: a store on Basic selling ₹2,00,000 a month online pays about ₹4,000 to the gateway and ₹4,000 to Shopify — ₹8,000 a month in fees. At that level, moving to Grow (₹5,599/month, 1% fee) costs about the same and gives you more features. Cash on delivery (COD) orders do not attract the gateway fee.
Tip: work out your fees at your expected monthly sales before choosing a plan. The cheapest plan is not always the cheapest choice once you are selling.
Other Shopify costs: themes, apps, domain and setup
| Cost | Typical amount | Do you need it? |
|---|---|---|
| Domain name (.in / .com) | ₹500 – ₹1,600 / year | Yes — buy it in your own name |
| Premium theme | ₹0 (free themes) to ₹15,000 – ₹35,000 one-time | Optional — free themes are good for most stores |
| Apps (reviews, WhatsApp, COD verification, upsells) | ₹0 – ₹8,000 / month | Some — install only what you use |
| Shipping aggregator (Shiprocket, etc.) | Per-shipment charges | Yes, unless you ship yourself |
| Business email | ₹600 – ₹2,500 per user / year | Recommended |
| Professional store setup | ₹15,000 – ₹1,50,000 one-time | Optional — depends on design and products |
App subscriptions are where Shopify budgets quietly grow. Many stores we audit pay for apps they installed once and never used. Review your app list every few months.
Real first-year cost of a Shopify store in India
| DIY starter store | Professionally built store | |
|---|---|---|
| Shopify Basic (yearly billing) | ₹17,988 | ₹17,988 |
| Domain | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| Theme | ₹0 (free theme) | Included in setup |
| Apps | ₹0 – ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 – ₹30,000 |
| Setup / design | Your time | ₹26,000 (Kode Studio package) |
| Year-one total (before transaction fees) | ≈ ₹19,000 – ₹31,000 | ≈ ₹51,000 – ₹75,000 |
From year two, only the plan, apps, domain and fees continue. Transaction fees depend on your sales — see the example above.
Shopify vs a custom-coded store: which costs less over 3 years?
Shopify is quick to start and easy to run. A custom-coded store costs more upfront but has no monthly platform fee and no extra transaction fee. Over three years, for a store selling ₹2 lakh a month online:
Shopify Basic
- Plan: ≈ ₹54,000 (3 years)
- Shopify extra fee (2%): ≈ ₹1,44,000
- Apps: ≈ ₹20,000 – ₹1,00,000
- Setup: ₹15,000 – ₹1,00,000
Custom store (Kode Studio)
- Build: ₹45,499 one-time
- Hosting: ≈ ₹6,000 – ₹15,000 / year
- Platform fee: ₹0
- Extra transaction fee: ₹0 (only your gateway’s fee)
Under ₹50,000 a month in sales, Shopify is usually the better deal. As sales grow, a custom store often pays for itself. We build both — compare them in WordPress vs Shopify or read about custom ecommerce development.
How to reduce your Shopify costs
- Pay yearly — saves about 25% on the plan.
- Start with a free theme and customise it; buy a premium theme only when you know what you need.
- Audit apps every quarter and remove anything unused.
- Check your plan at your real sales volume — moving up a plan can cut transaction fees.
- Use COD verification to reduce returned COD parcels (RTO), which cost more than most app subscriptions.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Shopify cost per month in India?
Shopify Basic costs ₹1,499/month billed yearly or ₹1,994/month billed monthly. Grow is ₹5,599 (yearly) and Advanced ₹22,680 (yearly), as listed on Shopify’s India pricing page in October 2026.
Does Shopify charge a transaction fee in India?
If you use a third-party payment gateway like Razorpay, Shopify adds 2% on Basic, 1% on Grow and 0.6% on Advanced on top of your gateway’s own fee.
Is Shopify free in India?
No. There is a 3-day free trial and an introductory offer of ₹20/month for the first 3 months on most plans, after which the normal plan price applies.
How much does it cost to build a Shopify store in India?
DIY stores can launch for under ₹20,000 in year one. A professionally designed store usually costs ₹15,000–₹1,50,000 for setup. Kode Studio’s Shopify package is ₹26,000 including theme design, 50 products, payments and shipping setup.
Is Shopify worth it for a small business in India?
Yes, if you want to start quickly and sell under about ₹2–3 lakh a month online. Above that, compare the total fees with a custom store or a higher Shopify plan.
Can I use Razorpay or PhonePe with Shopify?
Yes. Razorpay, PayU, Cashfree and PhonePe offer Shopify integrations, so customers can pay by UPI, cards and net banking. Shopify’s additional fee applies to these gateways.
What people ask AI about this
Questions people type into ChatGPT, Gemini and Google — answered directly.
“Shopify ka monthly kharcha kitna hai India mein?”
Shopify Basic yearly billing par ₹1,499/month hai (monthly billing par ₹1,994). Iske upar Razorpay jaise gateway ka fee aur Shopify ka 2% extra fee lagta hai, plus apps. Kode Studio, Hyderabad Shopify store ₹26,000 mein set up karta hai.
“Is Shopify cheaper than WooCommerce in India?”
WooCommerce has no platform fee but needs hosting, plugins and maintenance. For a small store, year-one costs are similar; Shopify is easier to run, WooCommerce is cheaper at higher sales. See our WordPress vs Shopify comparison.
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Last updated 12 October 2026 · Kode Studio, Gachibowli, Hyderabad