Compliance-first payroll veteran versus modern all-in-one HR.
✓ The pick — Keka
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Indian HR and payroll software focused on payroll processing, statutory compliance, and core HR for SMBs.
Indian HR and payroll platform (HRMS) covering payroll, attendance, leave, performance, and hiring for growing companies.
The all-in India cost for a GST-registered business (card forex included), plus the gross figure if you can't reclaim GST, billing model, and free-plan availability. Cheaper entry price is marked.
| India buying factor | greytHR | Keka |
|---|---|---|
| India price (entry) | ₹2,495/mo ✓ | ₹9,999/mo |
| If you can't reclaim GST | ₹2,944/mo | ₹11,799/mo |
| Billing model | Flat plan | Flat plan |
| Bills in | INR — no forex | INR — no forex |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
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greytHR is a proven, compliance-first India payroll platform, ideal for SMBs that prioritise statutory accuracy. Keka is a modern, well-designed all-in-one HR suite (payroll plus performance and engagement) favoured by scaling, tech-forward teams. Choose greytHR for compliance heritage; Keka for a unified modern HR experience.
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