App Development Cost in India — The Short Answer
Mobile app development in India costs between ₹15,000 and ₹10,00,000+ depending on complexity. A simple single-platform app (Android or iOS) with 5-8 screens starts around ₹15,000-₹30,000. A cross-platform app using React Native (works on both Android and iOS from one codebase) starts at ₹24,999 at Techfied Solutions. A complex app with payment gateway, real-time features, and backend integration costs ₹60,000-₹3,00,000. An enterprise-level app with custom admin panel, analytics, and API integrations can exceed ₹5,00,000.
React Native vs Native Development — Which is Better for Indian Businesses?
React Native builds one codebase that runs on both Android and iOS — this cuts development time and cost by up to 40% compared to building two separate native apps. For most Indian startups and SMBs, React Native is the right choice. You get a near-native experience, faster time-to-market, and lower cost. Native development (Swift for iOS, Kotlin for Android) makes sense only if your app needs heavy device-specific features like AR, advanced camera controls, or very high-performance gaming. At Techfied, we build primarily with React Native, which lets you launch on both platforms at the price of one.
What Affects the Price? The 7 Key Factors
1. Number of screens — more screens = more work. A basic app has 5-8 screens. A complex app has 20+. 2. Backend/API — apps that connect to a server, database, or third-party APIs (payment, maps, SMS) cost more. 3. Authentication — basic OTP login is simple; social login (Google, Facebook) or biometric adds cost. 4. Admin panel — a web-based dashboard to manage your app data adds ₹10,000-₹40,000+. 5. Real-time features — live chat, live tracking, real-time notifications add significant complexity. 6. Integrations — UPI/Razorpay, WhatsApp API, Google Maps, Firebase each add development time. 7. Design quality — custom UI/UX design vs. standard components can add ₹5,000-₹25,000.
Hidden Costs Most People Miss
App Store fees: Apple charges $99/year (~₹8,300) to publish on the App Store. Google Play charges $25 one-time (~₹2,100). Server/hosting costs: If your app has a backend, you need cloud hosting — typically ₹500-₹5,000/month depending on traffic. Push notification service: Free tiers from Firebase work for small apps; larger apps may need paid plans. Maintenance: Apps need updates when Android/iOS release major OS updates. Budget 10-15% of build cost per year for maintenance. Third-party APIs: WhatsApp Business API, Razorpay, Google Maps all have their own costs.
Techfied App Development Pricing
At Techfied Solutions, our React Native app development starts at ₹24,999 for a basic cross-platform app (Android + iOS). During our Independence Day Sale (Aug 15-21 2026), this is available at 50% off — starting from ₹12,499. This includes UI/UX design, React Native development, basic backend integration, Play Store + App Store deployment, and 30 days of post-launch support. Complex apps with backend systems, payment gateway, admin panel, and multiple integrations are quoted after a free 30-minute discovery call.
How to Get an Accurate Quote for Your App
The best way to get an accurate quote is to define your requirements clearly before approaching any developer. Write down: (1) What does the app do? (core functionality in 3-4 lines) (2) Who are the users? (customers, staff, both?) (3) Which platforms? (Android only, iOS only, or both) (4) What data does it store and display? (5) Does it connect to any existing system? (website, ERP, POS) (6) What are the 5 most important screens? Developers who give quotes without asking these questions are guessing. At Techfied, we offer a free 30-minute consultation where we help you answer these questions and give a realistic estimate.