Setting up a Shopify store looks easy in the tutorials: pick a theme, add products, connect payments, launch. Then the Indian details arrive. Razorpay or Cashfree has to be approved, COD needs rules so it doesn't drain your margins, Shiprocket has to sync with orders, GST invoices have to be right, and the store that loaded fast on the theme demo slows down after ten apps.
So what should a Shopify development company in Delhi NCR actually handle for you? We'll cover the setup process, the one-time and monthly costs, and the cases where Shopify isn't the right choice.
When Shopify Is the Right Platform
Shopify suits most D2C brands and small to mid-sized online stores in India because:
- Hosting, security and checkout uptime are handled by Shopify
- Your team can manage products, orders and discounts without a developer
- There is a large app ecosystem for reviews, WhatsApp, COD control and shipping
- You can launch in weeks instead of months
It is less suitable when you need complex B2B pricing, heavy customisation of checkout logic, very large catalogues with unusual filters, or when monthly app and transaction fees start to outweigh the convenience. We compared both routes in Shopify vs a custom Next.js store.
What a Shopify Development Company Should Handle
Store setup and theme
- Choosing a theme that fits your catalogue, rather than the one with the best demo
- Customising layouts, colours and typography to match your brand
- Building key pages: home, collections, product, about, contact, policies and FAQs
- Mobile-first design, because most Indian shoppers browse on phones
Payments for Indian customers
- Connecting a payment gateway such as Razorpay, Cashfree or PayU, with UPI, cards, net banking and wallets
- Setting up COD with sensible rules, such as order value limits, pincode restrictions or partial prepaid
- Testing successful, failed and refunded payments before launch
Shopify Payments is not available for Indian businesses, so stores use a third-party gateway. On lower Shopify plans this means Shopify also charges its own transaction fee on top of the gateway's charge. Check the current rate for your plan before choosing it.
Shipping and fulfilment
- Integrating Shiprocket, Delhivery or another aggregator
- Shipping rates by weight or zone, and free-shipping thresholds
- Pincode serviceability checks on product pages
- Order tracking pages and notifications
Our Razorpay and Shiprocket setup guide for Shopify walks through these integrations step by step.
Tax and compliance
- GST-compliant invoices with HSN codes and the correct tax rates
- Clear refund, return, shipping and privacy policies
- Seller details and grievance contact as required for Indian ecommerce
Speed and SEO
- Optimised images and lazy loading
- Keeping apps to the ones you actually need
- Clean collection and product URLs, unique titles and meta descriptions
- Structured data for products, and Google Search Console and Merchant Center setup
Marketing basics
- Google Analytics 4 and Meta pixel with ecommerce events
- Abandoned cart recovery by email, SMS or WhatsApp
- Reviews, discount codes and a simple loyalty or referral setup
The Shopify Setup Process
- Discovery call. Your products, margins, shipping model, target customers and launch date.
- Theme selection and design. We shortlist themes, then customise the chosen one with your branding.
- Store configuration. Products, collections, variants, taxes, shipping and policies.
- Integrations. Payment gateway, logistics, WhatsApp, reviews and analytics.
- Testing. Real orders on mobile and desktop, prepaid and COD, discounts, refunds, notification emails and invoices.
- Launch. Domain connection, redirects if you are moving from another platform, and Search Console setup.
- Handover and training. A walk-through of how to add products, process orders and run offers.
What Shopify Development Costs in Delhi NCR
There are two parts to budget for: the one-time development cost and the monthly running cost.
One-time development cost
| Scope | What's included | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Theme setup | Free or premium theme, branding, core pages, payment and shipping setup | From ₹25,000 |
| Customised store | Custom sections, landing pages, advanced filters, more integrations | ₹50,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
| Custom theme or headless Shopify | Fully custom design, custom features, Hydrogen or Next.js frontend | Quoted after scoping |
| Migration to Shopify | Products, customers, orders and URL redirects from WooCommerce or another platform | Quoted based on data size |
At INDOTREX, Shopify store development starts from ₹25,000. Product uploads, content writing and photography are priced separately if you need them.
Monthly running cost
- Shopify plan: billed by Shopify, with GST. Check Shopify's current India pricing, as plans and prices change
- Premium theme: a one-time licence fee if you choose a paid theme
- Apps: from zero to several thousand rupees a month, depending on what you install
- Payment gateway charges: a percentage of each transaction, charged by the gateway
- Shopify transaction fee: on lower plans when using a third-party gateway
- Shipping: per shipment, charged by your logistics partner
A common mistake is installing apps for every small feature. Ten apps at a few hundred rupees each add up quickly and slow the store down. We cover this and other setup errors in 5 Shopify setup mistakes Indian D2C brands make.
How to Choose a Shopify Partner in Delhi NCR
- Ask to see live stores they have built, and test them on your phone
- Ask how they handle COD, payment gateway approval and Shiprocket integration
- Confirm the store, domain and all app accounts will be in your name
- Ask what is included after launch: support period, training and maintenance
- Avoid anyone who builds on their own Shopify account and "transfers it later" without a clear written process
When to Look Beyond Shopify
- You have outgrown apps and are paying heavily every month for workarounds
- Your business is mainly B2B with dealer-specific pricing and credit terms
- You need complex product configurators or bookings
- You need complete control over checkout and data
In these cases a WooCommerce or custom store may suit you better. Our WooCommerce vs Shopify comparison for India includes a five-year cost breakdown, and our guide on ecommerce website development in Gurgaon compares custom options.
Why Talk to INDOTREX
INDOTREX is a New Delhi team building Shopify stores for D2C brands, retailers and manufacturers across Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon. We set up the Indian essentials (gateway, COD rules, Shiprocket, GST invoices) and test them with real orders before launch. Your store, domain and app accounts stay in your name, and you get training so your team can run it without us.
Get a free Shopify quote within two business days. Tell us what you sell, roughly how many products you have, and whether you are moving from another platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to build a Shopify store in Delhi?
At INDOTREX, Shopify store development starts from ₹25,000 for a theme-based setup with payments and shipping. Customised stores typically cost ₹50,000 to ₹1,50,000, and custom themes or headless builds are quoted after scoping.
Is Shopify Payments available in India?
No. Indian stores use third-party gateways such as Razorpay, Cashfree or PayU. On lower plans, Shopify adds its own transaction fee when a third-party gateway is used.
Can I offer cash on delivery on Shopify?
Yes. COD can be enabled with rules such as order value limits, pincode restrictions, extra charges or partial prepayment to reduce returns.
How long does it take to set up a Shopify store?
A theme-based store typically takes one to three weeks once products and content are ready. Custom designs and migrations take longer.
Can you move my WooCommerce store to Shopify?
Yes. Products, customers and orders can be migrated, and old URLs are redirected so you keep your search rankings.
Will I own my Shopify store?
You should. The Shopify account, domain, theme and app subscriptions should all be registered in your business's name.
