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How to Start a Website Under ₹500 in India – Step by Step Guide

Znet11 Team  |  June 19, 2026  |  6 min read

Do you want to start a website but think it is too expensive? The truth is, you can start a professional website in India for under ₹500. Yes, you read that right — under ₹500.

In this guide, I will show you exactly how to start a website with a domain, hosting, and free SSL — all for under ₹500. Plus, I will show you how to avoid hidden costs like GST and lock-in contracts.

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What You Need to Start a Website

To start a website, you need two things:

That is it. With these two things, you can have a live website in under 10 minutes.

Step 1: Choose a Domain Name

Your domain name is your brand's identity on the internet. Choose a name that is:

For Indian audiences, .in domains are great because they show local relevance. But .com, .site, and .online are also affordable options.

Recommended domains under ₹500:

Where to Buy a Domain?

You can register your domain at Znet11 Domain Registration. We offer competitive prices with no hidden fees. GST (18%) is applicable on domains as per government rules.

Step 2: Choose the Cheapest Hosting Plan

Web hosting is what makes your website accessible to visitors. For beginners, shared hosting is the most affordable and recommended option.

Znet11 offers shared hosting starting at ₹49/month with zero GST. That is the real price — no lock-in, no hidden fees.

Why Choose Znet11?

  • ₹49/month — the cheapest shared hosting in India
  • Zero GST — you pay exactly what you see
  • No lock-in — cancel anytime
  • Free SSL — secure your website
  • Daily backups — your data is safe
  • 10 email accounts — professional email with your domain
  • 24×7 Indian support — real people who help

Step 3: Install WordPress or Website Builder

Once you have your domain and hosting, you need to build your website. The easiest way is to install WordPress.

WordPress is free, beginner-friendly, and powers over 40% of all websites on the internet. With Znet11, you can install WordPress with just one click from your control panel.

You can also use website builders like Elementor or Gutenberg to design your pages without coding.

Step 4: Design and Customize Your Website

Choose a free or premium theme that matches your niche. Some popular themes for beginners:

Add essential pages like:

Step 5: Launch Your Website

Once your design is ready, it is time to launch! Publish your pages, set up your navigation menu, and share your website with the world.

You can promote your website through:

Total Cost Breakdown — Under ₹500

Cost Breakdown for Starting a Website

Domain: .site at ₹149/year

Hosting: Znet11 Starter at ₹49/month = ₹588/year

SSL Certificate: ₹0 (Free with Znet11)

Email Accounts: ₹0 (10 accounts included)

Backups: ₹0 (Daily backups included)

Support: ₹0 (24×7 included)

GST on Hosting: ₹0 (Znet11 absorbs GST)

Total for First Year: ₹737 (Just ₹61/month)

* If you choose a cheaper domain like .site, total is under ₹500. If you choose .in or .com, total may be slightly higher.

How to Save Even More Money

Here are some tips to keep your costs low: