Quick answer: the best EOR provider in India depends on your budget, how many countries you hire in, and how much support you want. India-focused providers such as Asanify, Wisemonk, Remunance and NativeTeams publish EOR prices of about $99 per employee per month. Global platforms such as Deel and Remote publish $599 or more. Mid-market options such as Gloroots ($199), StratEdge Global ($349) and Multiplier ($459) sit in between. On a 10-person India team, that difference adds up to anywhere from $11,880 to $71,880 a year in EOR fees alone, before salaries and statutory costs.
Key facts at a glance (September 2026)
- Price range: $99 to $699 per employee per month for India EOR, depending on the provider and plan.
- Speed: providers publish onboarding times from 24 hours to 10 working days. Setting up your own Indian entity typically takes 3 to 6 months.
- Statutory costs: employer contributions (mainly PF and gratuity) add roughly 15 to 16% on top of salary, whichever EOR you choose.
- New rules: India’s four Labour Codes took effect on 21 November 2025, replacing 29 older labour laws and changing how PF and gratuity are calculated.
- Hidden costs to check: security deposits, foreign exchange (FX) mark-ups, country surcharges and offboarding fees.
Disclosure: this guide is published by StratEdge Global, one of the providers compared. We have included ourselves, used publicly available information for every other provider, cited our sources at the end, and said plainly where another provider may suit you better. Prices change often, so please confirm on each provider’s website before deciding.
The 8 best EOR providers in India compared
India EOR fees by provider, published starting prices (September 2026)
Provider | Type | Published starting price (per employee per month) | Published or Reported Onboarding | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
StratEdge Global | Global EOR for startups | $349, Health Insurance included | About 48 hours | Growing companies wanting benefits and founder-level support |
Deel | Global platform, 150+ countries | $599 list price | 2 to 5 days reported | Hiring in many countries on one platform |
Remote | Global platform, owned-entity model | $599 (annual) or $699 (monthly) | About 3 days reported | Multi-region teams wanting owned entities |
Multiplier | APAC-focused global platform | $459 (annual) or $499 (monthly) | 24 to 72 hours published | APAC companies adding India |
Gloroots | India-first, expanding globally | $199 | 1 to 2 days published | Flat, low fee with India depth |
Asanify | India specialist, own entity since 2019 | $99 | Days | India-only hiring at a low price |
Wisemonk | India-only specialist | $99 | Under 48 hours published | India-only hiring with a dedicated HR manager |
NativeTeams | Global, flat pricing | $99 | Days | Lowest flat fee across many markets |
Starting prices as published by each provider or reported by independent reviewers in 2026. Onboarding times are as published by the provider or reported by third-party reviews, and third-party figures vary widely.
What EOR Fees Cost Per Year by Team Size
The EOR fee is charged per employee, every month. Here is what the published starting prices add up to over a year, before salaries, statutory contributions and any negotiated discounts.
Calculated from published starting prices. Large teams can often negotiate lower rates; independent trackers report Deel rates of $350 to $500 for 20+ employees.
A lower fee is not automatically the cheaper option. If health insurance, equipment or onboarding support are sold as extras, the total can end up closer to a higher-priced plan that includes them. Compare what is included, not just the headline number.
What changed in 2026: India's Labour Codes
Any EOR you choose must now comply with India’s new labour framework. According to the Government of India (PIB), the four Labour Codes (the Code on Wages 2019, the Industrial Relations Code 2020, the Code on Social Security 2020, and the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code 2020) became effective on 21 November 2025, consolidating 29 labour laws.
- The 50% wage rule: allowances above 50% of total pay are now added back to “wages”. This raises the base for PF and gratuity, especially in salary structures with a low basic.
- Gratuity for fixed-term employees: fixed-term employees now qualify for gratuity after one year of continuous service instead of five, on a pro-rata basis.
- Rules still rolling out: the Central Rules were notified on 8 May 2026, and many states are still finalising their own rules, so compliance details can vary by state.
Ask any provider how their contracts, salary structures and gratuity accruals have been updated for the Labour Codes. It is the clearest test of how current their India compliance really is.
How we compared the providers
- Total cost: the published fee, plus what is included and what is sold as an add-on.
- India compliance depth: PF, ESI, gratuity, TDS, professional tax, the Labour Codes and state-level rules.
- Entity model: whether the provider employs through its own Indian entity or through a local partner.
- Speed: how fast a signed offer becomes a working, paid employee.
- Contract terms: deposits, lock-ins, notice periods and exit costs.
- Support: whether you get a named contact or a ticket queue, and in what time zone.
Detailed Reviews of the 8 EOR providers
1. StratEdge Global:Best for Startups that want benefits Included
StratEdge Global is an Employer of Record in India and 15+ countries for startups worldwide, operated by StratEdge Global LLC in the US and StratGrid Private Limited in Bengaluru. It is built for ambitious companies, from startups making their first international hires to scale-ups building global teams.
Plan | Price per employee per month | What is included |
EMBARK | $349 | Payroll, health insurance, KnowBe4 security training, dedicated experience manager, engagement programme, welcome kit |
ENHANCED | $549 | Everything in EMBARK, plus an office seat, laptop and on-site support |
ELEVATE | $749 | Everything in ENHANCED, plus background verification and priority compliance support |
- Onboarding: about 48 hours once the candidate’s documents are complete.
- Terms: no annual lock-in, Net 10 payment terms, one USD invoice.
- Also offers: resource augmentation (pre-vetted talent in 14 days) and managed payroll and HR services.
Choose it if you want health insurance and HR support included and a founder-level contact. Look elsewhere if the lowest possible fee is your only criterion; India specialists at $99 cost less.
2. Deel: Best for Hiring in many countries on one platform
Deel is one of the largest global HR and EOR platforms, covering 150+ countries. Its EOR list price is $599 per employee per month, and its contractor plan starts at $49. Independent reviewers report onboarding in about 2 to 5 days.
- Watch-outs reported by independent reviewers: an India country surcharge of $50 to $150 per employee per month, and a refundable deposit of 1 to 1.5 times the monthly cost that does not appear on the main pricing page. Third-party sources disagree on whether Deel employs directly or through a partner in India, so ask Deel to confirm.
Choose it if India is one of many countries you hire in and integrations matter. Look elsewhere if your team is mostly in India, where the fee is high relative to local specialists.
3. Remote: Best for Multi-Region teams wanting Owned Entities
Remote runs EOR through its own legal entities in 80+ countries. EOR is $599 per employee per month on an annual plan, or $699 month to month, and contractor management starts at $29. Reviewers report onboarding of about 3 days.
Choose it if you hire across several regions and prefer an owned-entity model. Look elsewhere if cost matters and your team is India-concentrated.
4. Multiplier: Best for APAC Companies adding India
Singapore-headquartered Multiplier focuses on APAC hiring. Its Core EOR plan is $459 per employee per month on an annual plan, or $499 monthly, with a Growth plan at $519 or $559. Some reviews quote about $400, which is its contractor-of-record price. Multiplier publishes onboarding of 24 to 72 hours.
Choose it if you already hire across Singapore, the Philippines or Australia and want India on the same platform.
5. Gloroots: Best flat low fee with India depth
Gloroots charges a flat $199 per employee per month for EOR, with contractor management at $29 and contractor of record at $99. It employs through its own Indian entity and publishes onboarding in 1 to 2 working days. It also publishes a useful benchmark: entity setup in India typically takes 3 to 6 months and $20,000 to $27,000 upfront.
Choose it if you want a simple, low flat fee and are comfortable arranging some benefits separately.
6. Asanify: best low-cost India specialist
Asanify is an India-focused EOR that has run its own Indian entity since 2019, pricing EOR from $99 per employee per month. It handles monthly payroll, TDS, EPF, ESI, professional tax, gratuity accruals and full-and-final settlements.
Choose it if you are hiring only in India and price is a priority.
7. Wisemonk: Best India-only provider with a named HR manager
Wisemonk works only in India, prices EOR from $99 per employee per month, and publishes onboarding in under 48 hours with a dedicated India-based HR manager for each client.
Choose it if India is your only hiring market.
8. NativeTeams: Best lowest flat fee across Markets
NativeTeams offers a flat EOR price of $99 per employee per month, with contractor of record at $99 and entity management from $149 a month.
Choose it if the lowest flat fee across several countries matters most.
Other EOR providers in India worth a look
- Remunance: India-based EOR operating since 2004, from $99 per employee per month.
- Versatile Club: India EOR from $149 per employee per month ($129 above 20 employees).
- RemoFirst: global EOR from $199 per employee per month.
- Oyster: global EOR listed from $699 per employee per month.
Whichever provider you choose, you pay the same statutory costs. These are the main items:
Item | Rule | Who pays |
Provident Fund (PF) | 12% of basic wages from the employer, and 12% from the employee | Employer and employee |
Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) | 3.25% employer and 0.75% employee, for gross monthly wages up to ₹21,000 | Employer and employee |
Gratuity | 15 days’ wages for each year of service (15/26 of monthly wages × years), after 5 years, or 1 year for fixed-term employees | Employer |
Statutory bonus | 8.33% to 20% of wages for employees earning up to ₹21,000 a month | Employer |
Professional tax | A small state-level tax that varies by state | Employee (deducted by employer) |
Income tax (TDS) | Withheld from salary every month | Employee (deducted by employer) |
Health insurance | Not mandatory for most salaried roles, but expected by candidates | Depends on the plan |
Worked example: a ₹20 lakh software engineer
PF can be calculated on the full basic or on a ₹15,000 wage ceiling, depending on how the salary is structured; this example uses the full basic.
You can model your own numbers with the free EOR cost calculator for India at stratedgeglobal.com.
Hidden EOR Costs to Ask About
Cost | What to ask | What we found |
Security deposit | Is a deposit required, and is it refundable? | Reviewers report deposits of 1 to 1.5 times monthly cost at some global providers |
FX mark-up | What exchange rate is used to convert your USD payment into INR? | Reported mark-ups range from about 1% to 5% |
Country surcharge | Is there an India-specific surcharge on top of the list price? | Reported at $50 to $150 per employee per month at one global provider |
Offboarding fee | Is there a fee to end an employee’s contract? | Some providers charge separately; ask for it in writing |
Benefits add-ons | Is health insurance included, or extra? | Often extra on low-fee plans |
Lock-in | Is there a minimum term or annual commitment? | Varies; several providers price lower only on annual plans |
Factor | Employer of Record | Your own Indian entity |
Time to first hire | 24 hours to 10 working days | 3 to 6 months |
Upfront cost | None | About $20,000 to $27,000, according to Gloroots |
Ongoing cost | $99 to $699 per employee per month | Accounting, legal, payroll, directors and compliance staff |
Compliance risk | Carried by the EOR | Carried by you |
Best for | 1 to 20 people, or testing the market | Large, long-term teams |
Setting up an entity also involves opening a corporate bank account, which typically takes 20 to 25 days after incorporation, and you cannot legally run payroll until it is open. For most startups hiring their first India team, an EOR is faster and cheaper; you can move to your own entity later.
How to Choose the Right EOR Provider in India
- Count your countries. India only? An India specialist is usually best value. Many countries? A global platform may be simpler.
- Ask about the entity. Does the provider employ through its own Indian entity or a partner?
- Get a sample invoice for a real salary, so deposits, FX mark-ups and surcharges show up.
- Check what is included: health insurance, equipment, onboarding and offboarding support.
- Ask about the Labour Codes: how contracts, salary structures and gratuity accruals have been updated.
- Confirm IP assignment, so work created by your employee belongs to your company.
- Check support: who your day-to-day contact is, and how fast they respond in your time zone.
For a full checklist, download the free EOR playbook at stratedgeglobal.com/eor-playbook/.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the cheapest EOR provider in India?
India-focused providers such as Asanify, Wisemonk, Remunance and NativeTeams publish starting prices of about $99 per employee per month. Check whether benefits such as health insurance are included, because they are often extra at this price.
How much does an EOR cost in India?
EOR fees range from about $99 to $699 per employee per month. On top of the fee, you pay the employee’s salary and employer statutory costs, which are mainly PF at 12% of basic wages and a gratuity provision of about 4.81% of basic.
Is Deel or Remote better for hiring in India?
Both suit companies hiring in many countries. Deel lists EOR at $599 per employee per month; Remote at $599 on an annual plan or $699 monthly. If most of your team is in India, an India-focused or mid-market provider is usually more cost-effective.
Do I need a legal entity in India to hire employees?
No. With an Employer of Record, the EOR is the legal employer and handles contracts, payroll, PF, ESI, TDS and compliance, while you direct the work.
How fast can an EOR hire someone in India?
Published onboarding times range from 24 hours to about 10 working days. StratEdge Global typically has a compliant hire working in about 48 hours once the candidate’s documents are complete.
How do India's new Labour Codes affect EOR costs?
Since 21 November 2025, allowances above 50% of total pay count as wages, which can raise PF and gratuity costs. Fixed-term employees also now qualify for gratuity after one year instead of five.
Sources
- Press Information Bureau, Government of India: Four Labour Codes made effective (21 November 2025)
- Fisher Phillips: India’s new labor codes and the 50% wage rule
- Astravise: Central Rules notified 8 May 2026
- Gloroots: EOR in India pricing
- Gloroots: EOR vs entity setup in India
- HR Stacks: Best EOR solutions in India 2026 (Deel surcharge and deposit)
- Wisemonk: Deel vs Remote 2026
- Asanify: Employer of Record India
- Remunance: Best EOR service providers in India
- Versatile Club: Versatile vs Deel pricing
- Kaam: India EOR pricing 2026
Next step
Comparing EOR providers for your first India hire? Book a free 30-minute call at stratedgeglobal.com/contact-us/ and we will give you a straight cost comparison for your role, including statutory costs, even if another provider turns out to be a better fit.