India is home to the world’s largest concentration of offshore web development companies — ranging from boutique 5-person agencies to 10,000-employee IT giants. All of them are competing for your project. Most of them will tell you exactly what you want to hear.

This guide tells you what you actually need to know: what offshore web development really means, what Indian companies genuinely offer, what separates the excellent from the dangerous, and exactly how to find and evaluate the right partner — not just the one with the best pitch.

Whether you’re a US startup looking to build your first product, a UK retailer launching an ecommerce store, or a growing business that needs a full digital team without the overhead — this guide was written for you.

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What Is an Offshore Web Development Company in India?

An offshore web development company in India is a registered agency that designs, develops, and maintains websites and web applications for clients based in other countries — most commonly the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and UAE.

“Offshore” simply means the service provider is in a different country from the client. It is distinct from:

ModelDefinitionLocation ExampleCost LevelTime Zone Gap
OnshoreAgency in same country as clientUS client → US agencyHighestNone
NearshoreAgency in nearby country or regionUS client → Mexico / CanadaModerate1–4 hours
Offshore (India)Agency in geographically distant countryUS client → Indian agencyLowest (60–85% savings)9.5–13.5 hours (manageable)

The offshore model works because the internet has made geography largely irrelevant to software and web development quality. The code a developer writes in Mohali or Bengaluru is identical to the code written in San Francisco — the difference is purely what that developer costs to employ, driven entirely by local cost of living.


Why India Leads the Global Offshore Web Development Market

Competitive FactorIndia’s PositionReal Business Impact
Developer Talent Pool5.4M+ software developers — world’s 2nd largestAny specialisation, any stack, instantly available
Engineering Graduates1.5M+ per year — 3x the USAContinuous pipeline of trained, current-tech professionals
English ProficiencyWorld’s 2nd largest English-speaking nationCommunication barrier is minimal at agency level
Cost vs USA70–85% lower hourly ratesBuild 5x more product for the same budget
IT Export Revenue$250B+ annuallyIndustry exists at scale because it consistently delivers
Global Brand PresenceGoogle, Microsoft, Amazon, IBM — all major India engineering hubsProven quality ceiling — the best Indian talent works for the best global companies
Industry Maturity30+ years of offshore deliveryMature processes, legal frameworks, and payment norms
Full-Service CapabilityWeb dev + SEO + Ads + Design — one agencySingle vendor relationship vs 4+ US vendors

What Services Does an Offshore Web Development Company in India Provide?

The best Indian offshore agencies are not just code shops — they are full-service digital partners. Here’s what a comprehensive offshore web development company like Shivah Web Tech delivers:

Service CategorySpecific ServicesTypical Offshore Price (India)Equivalent US Cost
Website DesignUI/UX design, wireframing, Figma prototypes, brand-aligned design systems₹15,000 – ₹1,00,000$3,000 – $20,000
WordPress DevelopmentTheme customisation, plugin development, WP multisite, Elementor builds₹15,000 – ₹1,50,000$3,000 – $25,000
Ecommerce DevelopmentWooCommerce stores, Shopify builds, payment gateway integration, inventory management₹30,000 – ₹3,00,000$5,000 – $50,000
Custom Web ApplicationReactJS, Laravel, Node.js — SaaS MVPs, portals, dashboards, APIs₹1,00,000 – ₹50,00,000$25,000 – $500,000
SEO ServicesTechnical SEO, on-page optimisation, content, link building, local SEO₹8,000 – ₹80,000/mo$1,000 – $10,000/mo
Google Ads / PPCCampaign setup, keyword strategy, ad copy, bid management, reporting₹10,000 – ₹40,000/mo$1,500 – $6,000/mo
Social Media MarketingContent calendar, graphic creation, posting, paid social, analytics₹8,000 – ₹30,000/mo$1,000 – $5,000/mo
Website MaintenanceCMS updates, security patches, backups, uptime monitoring, content edits₹2,000 – ₹10,000/mo$300 – $2,000/mo
Dedicated Developer TeamsMonthly dedicated developer engagement — full-time or part-time$800 – $2,500/developer/mo$10,000 – $18,000/developer/mo
Platform MigrationShopify → WooCommerce, WordPress → headless, re-platform with SEO preservation₹20,000 – ₹2,00,000$3,000 – $30,000

Shivah Web Tech delivers all of the above — web design, WordPress development, ecommerce development, Shopify development, ReactJS, Laravel, SEO, Google Ads, and social media marketing — as a single, integrated offshore partner.

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Technology Stacks: What Indian Offshore Companies Build With

A common misconception is that offshore Indian agencies use outdated or non-standard technology. The reality is that modern Indian offshore companies work on the same global tech ecosystem as any US or European agency.

CategoryTechnologiesShivah Web Tech
CMS PlatformsWordPress, Webflow, Strapi, Contentful✅ WordPress specialist
EcommerceWooCommerce, Shopify, Shopify Plus, Magento, BigCommerce✅ WooCommerce + Shopify
Frontend FrameworksReactJS, Next.js, Vue.js, Angular, Nuxt.js✅ ReactJS + Next.js
Backend / Server-SideLaravel, Node.js, Express, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, CodeIgniter✅ Laravel + Node.js
DatabasesMySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Firebase, Redis✅ MySQL + MongoDB
Cloud & DevOpsAWS, DigitalOcean, Google Cloud, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions✅ AWS + DigitalOcean
Design ToolsFigma, Adobe XD, Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva Pro✅ Figma + Adobe Suite
SEO & Marketing ToolsAhrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, Google Analytics 4, Search Console, Yoast, RankMath✅ Full premium tool access
Project ManagementJira, Trello, Asana, ClickUp, Slack, GitHub, Notion✅ Trello + Slack + GitHub
Payment IntegrationsStripe, PayPal, Razorpay, PayU, Cashfree, Square, Authorize.net✅ All major gateways

How to Evaluate an Offshore Web Development Company in India

This is the most important section of this guide. The difference between a transformative offshore partnership and an expensive disaster almost always comes down to the quality of your initial evaluation. Use this framework every time.

Evaluation Criteria: What Separates Great from Dangerous

Evaluation Criterion✅ Green Flag🚩 Red Flag
PortfolioLive, clickable websites — testable on mobile, verifiable performanceBehance screenshots only, password-protected “case studies”, or no portfolio at all
Client ReviewsSpecific, detailed reviews on Clutch.co / Google mentioning timelines, communication, and outcomesGeneric 5-star reviews with no detail, or reviews only on their own website
Proposal QualityItemised scope, named deliverables, milestone timeline, tech stack specifiedSingle lump-sum quote with no breakdown sent within minutes of first contact
Discovery ProcessAsks 10–15 questions before quoting — genuinely understands your projectSends a price before understanding your requirements — quoting blind
NDA Policy“Yes, we sign NDAs as standard for all clients” — no hesitationResistance to signing NDA, or requests to “just trust us”
Payment StructureMilestone-based: 30/40/30 or similar phased schedule100% payment demanded upfront from a new client
Communication QualityClear English, direct answers, proactive questions in video callEvasive answers, poor grammar, avoids specific technical questions
Company RegistrationRegistered Pvt. Ltd. or LLP — verifiable on MCA IndiaIndividual freelancer presenting as “agency”, unregistered entity
IP Ownership Terms“All code and assets transfer to you on final payment” — stated in contractVague on code ownership, retains licensing rights, or avoids the topic
Post-Launch SupportDefined warranty period (min. 30–60 days), named maintenance packagesNo mention of post-launch support, or “we’ll deal with that when we get there”
Pricing LevelCompetitive market rates — neither suspiciously cheap nor unexplained premium$2–$5/hour, $200 complete websites — race-to-bottom pricing signals corner-cutting
Technology KnowledgeCan explain their approach, tech choices, and trade-offs clearly and confidentlyCannot explain why they recommend a particular platform or technology

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Best Cities in India for Offshore Web Development (2025)

Not all Indian cities offer the same cost-quality profile. Here’s how the major tech hubs compare:

CityTech ReputationAgency Rate LevelBest For
BengaluruIndia’s Silicon Valley — Google, Amazon, Infosys HQsHighest (metro premium)Enterprise, complex SaaS, large teams
HyderabadMajor IT corridor — Microsoft India, Apple HQsHighMid-to-large enterprise projects
PuneStrong startup + enterprise tech ecosystemHigh-moderateSaaS, fintech, ecommerce development
MumbaiFinance-tech and ecommerce hubHigh (metro cost)Finance, retail ecommerce, media
Delhi / NCRLarge agency market, diverse industriesModerate-highSMB websites, digital marketing, SEO
Chandigarh / Mohali ⭐Fast-growing Tier-2 tech city — Punjab’s tech hubCompetitive Tier-2 (best value)SMB to mid-market web dev, SEO, full digital services — metro quality, Tier-2 pricing
Jaipur / IndoreEmerging Tier-2 tech citiesLow-moderateBudget projects, basic development

Shivah Web Tech operates from Mohali, Punjab — positioned in India’s fastest-growing Tier-2 tech corridor. We deliver metro-grade development capability (same tools, same tech stacks, same processes) at Tier-2 pricing — giving international clients an additional 20–30% cost advantage over Bengaluru or Hyderabad agencies without any quality trade-off.


Offshore Engagement Models: How Indian Companies Work With Global Clients

ModelStructureCostBest ForRisk
Fixed-Price ProjectAgreed scope → fixed quote → milestone deliveryProject fee (INR or USD)Defined websites, apps, storesLow
Dedicated Offshore TeamNamed developers work full-time on your project$800–$2,500/developer/monthSaaS products, long-term developmentLow
Time & Material (Hourly)Pay per tracked hour — flexible scope$15–$60/hourOngoing support, iterative buildsMedium
Full-Service RetainerMonthly package: dev + SEO + ads + design$500–$3,000/monthComplete digital managementLow
White-Label PartnershipAgency delivers under your brand for your clientsNegotiated bulk/agency ratesUS/UK agencies reselling developmentLow

Which Engagement Model Is Right for Your Situation?

Your SituationRecommended Model
I need a website or ecommerce store built✅ Fixed-Price Project
I’m building a SaaS product long-term✅ Dedicated Offshore Team
I need regular updates and minor ongoing development✅ Time & Material (Hourly)
I want full digital management: web + SEO + ads✅ Full-Service Retainer
I’m a US/UK agency wanting to deliver more client projects✅ White-Label Partnership
I need to rapidly scale an engineering team✅ Dedicated Offshore Team (multiple developers)

🤝 All Engagement Models. One Trusted Offshore Partner.

Fixed project, dedicated team, retainer, or white-label — Shivah Web Tech accommodates every model with a clear contract, USD pricing, and milestone delivery.

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Red Flags: Warning Signs of a Bad Offshore Web Development Company in India

These patterns appear with alarming frequency in the Indian offshore market. Knowing them protects you from losing money, time, and your project.

🚩 Guaranteed Page 1 Rankings & Guaranteed ROI
No reputable company — Indian or otherwise — can guarantee Google rankings. SEO is complex, competitive, and algorithm-dependent. Any agency making this promise is either ignorant or dishonest. Either way — avoid them.

🚩 Rates Below $5/Hour or “Complete Website for $100”
At these price points, the work is either outsourced to anonymous third parties with zero oversight, built with stolen nulled WordPress themes (illegal and malware-ridden), or generated by AI with no customisation or quality control. The cost of fixing it later is always higher than the cost of doing it right.

🚩 No Video Call Before Quoting
A professional offshore company will insist on a discovery call before sending a proposal — because they need to understand your requirements before they can quote accurately. An agency that skips the call and immediately sends a price is either overconfident or desperate for work. Both are warning signs.

🚩 No Live Portfolio or Unverifiable “Case Studies”
If an agency cannot provide live URLs for websites they’ve built — ones you can open, test on mobile, and run through Google PageSpeed Insights — treat it as if they have no portfolio. Past client logos without any verifiable work product are not a portfolio.

🚩 Resistance to NDA or Formal Contract
“We’re a small team, we don’t usually do NDAs” or “Our standard process doesn’t require a formal contract” — these are not acceptable. An agency that won’t sign an NDA doesn’t take your IP seriously. An agency that won’t provide a written contract is either disorganised or deliberately avoiding accountability.

🚩 100% Upfront Payment Required
No legitimate offshore agency requires 100% payment before any work is done — especially from a first-time client. Milestone payments protect both parties. A 100% upfront demand from a new vendor is one of the clearest risk signals in offshore engagement.

🚩 Disappears After Delivery
Some agencies deliver the website and then become unreachable. Bugs go unfixed. Feature requests are ignored. Invoices for “support” appear for work that should be under warranty. This pattern is common with agencies that have no post-delivery support structure. Always confirm warranty terms — in writing, in the contract — before signing.


How Shivah Web Tech Works as Your Offshore Web Development Partner

At Shivah Web Tech, every international offshore engagement follows a structured 7-stage process designed to give clients maximum transparency, accountability, and quality at every step.

1
Free Discovery Call (30 minutes)

We learn your goals, technology requirements, timeline, and budget. You evaluate our communication quality and technical understanding. No sales pressure — just an honest conversation about whether we’re the right fit.

2
NDA Signed Before Any Project Detail is Shared

Before you share your business concept, existing codebase, or any proprietary information — we sign a comprehensive Non-Disclosure Agreement. Standard for every international client. No exceptions.

3
Itemised Proposal Delivered Within 48 Hours

Every deliverable, milestone, technology choice, and cost broken down line by line — in USD for international clients. No lump sums. No vague “project fee.” You know exactly what you’re paying for before you commit to anything.

4
Formal Contract Signed — 30/40/30 Milestone Structure

A written project contract covers: scope, timeline, milestones, payment schedule, revision policy, IP ownership, bug warranty, and escalation process. Payment is structured as 30% on kickoff / 40% on mid-project approval / 30% on final delivery.

5
Active Development With Daily Async Updates

Your dedicated project manager sends a written update at end-of-day IST — ready for you to review at the start of your morning. Weekly video call at your preferred overlap window. Shared Trello/Asana board visible 24/7. You’re never in the dark.

6
Staged Milestone Reviews & Approval Before Proceeding

Every major milestone — wireframe, design mockup, staging site — is submitted for your approval before the next phase begins. You can’t be presented with a finished product you didn’t approve at every step. This eliminates the most common offshore frustration.

7
Full Handover + 60-Day Warranty + Optional Maintenance

On final payment: you receive all code via GitHub, hosting credentials, domain registrar access, and an admin training walkthrough. A 60-day bug-fix warranty activates automatically. Optional maintenance retainer available from ₹2,000/month for ongoing peace of mind.


Why Choose Shivah Web Tech as Your Offshore Web Development Company?

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Registered Pvt. Ltd. Company

Shivah Web Tech Private Limited — registered, verifiable, legally accountable Indian company

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100+ Projects Delivered

Live portfolio across web development, ecommerce, SEO, and digital marketing

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USA · UK · Canada · AU · UAE

Active international client base across 5 countries — offshore is our standard mode

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NDA + Full IP Handover

NDA signed before project start. Full source code ownership transferred on final payment.

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USD Pricing Available

Itemised quotes in USD. Wire transfer, PayPal, and international payment methods accepted.

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Full-Service Digital Partner

Web Dev · SEO · Google Ads · Social Media · Design

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Offshore Web Development Pricing: What to Expect From an Indian Agency (2025)

Here are realistic market rates from a professional, established Indian offshore web development company — not the cheapest quote you’ll find, but the pricing that actually delivers quality outcomes.

Project / ServiceIndia Price (INR)India Price (USD)USA EquivalentSaving
5-Page WordPress Website₹15,000–₹25,000$180–$300$3,000–$6,000~93%
10–15 Page Business Website₹35,000–₹60,000$420–$720$6,000–$15,000~92%
WooCommerce Store (50 products)₹40,000–₹90,000$480–$1,080$8,000–$20,000~91%
Shopify Store (Custom Theme)₹30,000–₹1,00,000$360–$1,200$5,000–$18,000~90%
Custom Web App (MVP)₹1,50,000–₹10,00,000$1,800–$12,000$30,000–$150,000~88%
Dedicated Full-Stack Developer₹75,000–₹2,00,000/mo$900–$2,400/mo$10,000–$18,000/mo~85%
SEO Package (Monthly)₹10,000–₹50,000/mo$120–$600/mo$1,000–$8,000/mo~88%
Full Retainer (Web + SEO + Ads)₹40,000–₹1,20,000/mo$480–$1,440/mo$5,000–$15,000/mo~90%
Website Maintenance₹2,000–₹10,000/mo$24–$120/mo$300–$2,000/mo~92%

All prices are approximate 2025 market rates. USD equivalent based on ₹84/$1 (February 2025). Actual project costs vary based on complexity, scope, and timeline. Contact us for an itemised quote specific to your requirements.


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Frequently Asked Questions: Offshore Web Development Company in India

1. What is an offshore web development company in India?

An offshore web development company in India is a registered agency providing web design, development, ecommerce, SEO, and digital marketing to clients in other countries — primarily the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and UAE. They offer the same technology quality as Western agencies at 60–85% lower cost, leveraging India’s large English-speaking developer talent pool.

2. Why should I choose an offshore web development company in India?

India leads global offshore web development for five reasons: 60–85% cost savings vs US/UK, 5.4M+ skilled English-speaking developers, expertise across all major tech stacks, 30+ years of proven Fortune 500 delivery, and full-service capability — web, SEO, ads, design under one roof. Shivah Web Tech offers all of this with international project management as standard.

3. How much does an offshore web development company in India charge?

Indian offshore companies charge $15–$60/hour. Project rates: WordPress business website $200–$900; WooCommerce store $480–$1,800; custom web app MVP $1,800–$12,000; dedicated developer $900–$2,400/month. These represent 85–93% savings vs equivalent US agency rates.

4. What services do offshore web development companies in India provide?

Full-service Indian offshore agencies provide: website design, WordPress development, ecommerce development, Shopify builds, ReactJS and Laravel applications, SEO, Google Ads, social media marketing, mobile app development, and ongoing maintenance — all under one roof.

5. How do I evaluate an offshore web development company in India?

Evaluate by: reviewing live portfolio websites (not screenshots), checking Clutch.co and Google reviews, scheduling a video call, requesting an itemised proposal, verifying company registration status, confirming NDA willingness, reviewing their payment structure (milestone-based = green flag; 100% upfront = red flag), and assessing post-launch support policy.

6. What technology stacks do Indian offshore web development companies use?

Indian offshore companies work across all modern stacks: WordPress, WooCommerce, Shopify, ReactJS, Next.js, Angular, Vue.js, Laravel, Node.js, Python, PHP, MySQL, MongoDB, AWS, and DigitalOcean. The tech stack is identical to any US agency — the cost difference is purely economic geography.

7. Is it safe to share my business idea with an offshore company in India?

Yes, with proper protocols: require a signed NDA before sharing anything, work with a registered Indian company, use a formal contract with IP ownership clauses, and structure payments as milestones. At Shivah Web Tech, NDA signing is standard practice for all international clients — before any project detail is discussed.

8. What are the red flags of a bad offshore web development company in India?

Key red flags: no live portfolio (only screenshots), guaranteed Page 1 rankings, 100% upfront payment demanded, no NDA or formal contract offered, rates below $5/hour, quote sent before understanding requirements, inability to answer technical questions, no named project manager, and no defined post-launch warranty or support.

9. What is the difference between onshore, nearshore, and offshore web development?

Onshore = same country as client (highest cost, easiest in-person). Nearshore = nearby country (moderate cost, closer time zone). Offshore = geographically distant country like India (lowest cost — 60–85% savings, managed time zone difference). For web development where code quality is not geography-dependent, offshore to India offers the best cost-quality ratio globally.

10. How long does it take an offshore Indian company to build a website?

Delivery timelines: landing page in 3–5 days; WordPress business website in 1–3 weeks; ecommerce store in 3–6 weeks; custom web application MVP in 6–16 weeks. Indian agencies can often match or beat Western timelines through dedicated team models and flexible resource allocation.

11. Can an offshore Indian web development company handle post-launch support?

Yes. Professional Indian offshore agencies offer post-launch support covering updates, security monitoring, backups, bug fixes, content edits, and performance monitoring. Shivah Web Tech provides a minimum 60-day bug-fix warranty on all delivered projects, with optional maintenance retainers from ₹2,000/month (~$24/month).

12. Which cities in India have the best offshore web development companies?

Top cities: Bengaluru (India’s Silicon Valley), Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai, Delhi NCR, and Chandigarh-Mohali (fast-growing Tier-2 tech hub — metro quality at lower rates). Shivah Web Tech operates from Mohali, Punjab — offering international-standard development at competitive Tier-2 pricing for maximum client value.


How to Choose the Right Offshore Web Development Company in India

If you’ve read this guide in full, you already know more about making this decision than 80% of businesses that go looking for an Indian offshore partner. Let’s compress it into a final checklist:

#What to DoWhy It Matters
1Define your project requirements in writing before contacting anyoneVague briefs get vague (and inflated) quotes
2Shortlist 3 agencies from Clutch.co + direct searchComparison reveals transparency and pricing integrity
3Test every live portfolio site on mobile + PageSpeed InsightsReal quality shows in live websites, not screenshots
4Schedule a 30-minute video discovery call with eachCommunication quality is the most predictive quality signal
5Request itemised proposals — reject lump-sum quotesItemised = accountable; lump-sum = hidden surprise costs
6Sign an NDA before sharing any business detailsProtects your IP before any sensitive information is exchanged
7Structure payment as 30/40/30 milestonesAligns incentives; protects you if things go wrong
8Confirm IP ownership and source code handover in writingPrevents ownership disputes post-delivery
9Agree on communication tools and update frequency upfrontEliminates the #1 source of offshore friction
10Choose value over price — the cheapest quote is almost never the best outcomeThe cost of fixing bad offshore work is always higher than doing it right

India has world-class offshore web development companies. It also has a long tail of providers that will waste your time and money. The difference is not geography, language, or technology — it’s process, accountability, and who you choose to trust with your project.

Choose carefully. Then build confidently.

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