Startup program tools for Indian businesses
The 7 startup program tools we track, with verified India pricing (forex-adjusted), honest trade-offs, and the caveats most directories skip.
Quick answer: of the 7 startup program tools we track, 5 offer a free plan, and paid monthly plans run about ₹395–₹2,767 for a GST-registered business (after the card forex markup). The prices below are the India cost for a registered business, not the sticker. GST is extra if you cannot reclaim it.
| Tool | India price | Free plan | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| GitLab | Free plan | Yes | Engineering teams wanting all-in-one DevOps |
| DigitalOcean | ₹395/mo | Yes | Startups and developers |
| Typeform | ₹2,767/mo | Yes | Lead-capture and qualification forms that need high completion rates |
| Google Cloud | Free plan | Yes | Data- and AI-heavy teams |
| SurveySparrow | ₹599/mo | Yes | Teams running CX/NPS feedback programs |
| Exotel | ₹9,999 one-time | — | Indian businesses running sales/support calling |
| PayU | Usage-based | — | Indian businesses accepting online payments |
Prices are the entry plan converted to rupees at an effective card rate (mid-market plus the forex markup), the cost a GST-registered business nets. GST adds 18% if you cannot reclaim it, and some Indian vendors already include it. Indicative, not your exact bill. Confirm each plan on the vendor site.
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