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How much does ERP cost for a small business in India?

ERP prices in India range from free billing apps to lakhs a year. The number that matters is not the starting price but what you pay for the features you actually need, over the years you will use it. This guide explains how pricing works and what to watch for.

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Key points

  • Two main models: yearly subscription (cloud) and one-time licence (desktop) with optional yearly maintenance.
  • Price depends on features, users and locations.
  • Watch for key features sitting in higher plans.
  • Count setup, training, hardware and maintenance.
  • Milaan ERP starts at ₹9,999 one-time (desktop) and ₹12,999 a year (cloud), before GST.

How ERP is priced

ModelHow you payTypical extras
Cloud subscriptionEvery year (or month)Extra users, higher plans
Desktop licenceOnceYearly maintenance (AMC) for updates and support, extra users
Free or freemiumNothing to startLimits on bills, features or support; paid upgrades

What changes the price

  • Features: barcode, batch tracking, e-invoicing, multi-location and payroll often sit in higher plans.
  • Users: more logins, more cost.
  • Locations: branches and godowns.
  • Support level: email only, phone, or priority.

Milaan ERP prices

PlanPrice (before 18% GST)Suits
Desktop Basic₹9,999 one-timeShops and small traders, single user
Desktop Standard₹16,500 one-timeBarcode, POS, batch tracking, multi-user (LAN)
Desktop Professional₹24,999 one-timeUp to 3 users, payroll, job work, Tally import
Desktop Enterprise₹39,999 one-timeMulti-branch, unlimited LAN users
Cloud Professional₹12,999 a yearUp to 2 users
Cloud Business₹24,999 a yearUp to 5 users, e-invoice, barcode, WhatsApp
Cloud Enterprise₹39,999 a yearUp to 10 users, multi-branch

Desktop plans have an optional yearly maintenance fee. Full details are on our pricing page.

Hidden costs to check

  • Setup and data import.
  • Training for staff.
  • Hardware: computer, printer, scanner.
  • Backups for desktop software.
  • Extra users later.

Cheap vs right

The cheapest plan is a good deal only if it does what you need. Buying a basic plan and then upgrading for barcode or batch tracking is common. Decide your must-have features first. See must-have features.

Is it worth the money?

Most small businesses recover the cost through time saved and fewer losses. See how to calculate ERP ROI.

FAQ

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How much does ERP cost for a small business in India?

From a few thousand rupees for basic desktop software to tens of thousands a year for multi-user cloud plans, depending on features and users.

What is the cheapest Milaan ERP plan?

Desktop Basic at ₹9,999 one-time, before GST. Cloud starts at ₹12,999 a year.

Is cloud or desktop ERP cheaper?

Desktop is usually cheaper over several years for one location. Cloud includes remote access, backups and updates.

What is AMC?

An optional yearly fee for desktop software covering updates and support.

Are setup and training included?

With Milaan ERP, setup, onboarding and training are included in every plan.

Find the plan that fits your budget

Tell us what you need and we’ll suggest the right Milaan ERP plan.