Studio Matrx Monthly · Volume 1 · Issue 2 · July 2026
Amogh N P
 In loving memory of Amogh N P — Architect · Designer · Visionary 
← Cost & Budget

House Construction Cost Calculator

A ballpark for building a house in India. Enter the built-up area, pick your city, finish quality and scope, and get an indicative total, a cost per square foot and where the money goes.

Indicative build cost
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About Rs 2,000 / sq ft × 1,500 sq ft, turnkey (full finish).

Where the money goes
Structure (RCC, masonry, plaster)Rs 13,50,000
Finishes (flooring, paint, doors)Rs 7,50,000
MEP (electrical, plumbing, sanitary)Rs 5,40,000
Fittings & kitchenRs 3,60,000

Indicative only. Rates are typical 2026 ballparks and swing widely with soil & foundation, number of floors, structural design, material choices, labour rates and site conditions. This excludes land, plan sanction/approvals, boundary wall, compound and statutory fees. Always get itemised quotes from local contractors and a BOQ from your architect before budgeting.