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Best EOR providers in India: shortlist and how to choose

The India-specific questions that separate strong providers from weak ones, and a shortlist to compare.

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India's statutory employer costs are low, so total cost is driven mainly by the EOR fee. Negotiate India-specific pricing.

Beyond price, the best Indian EOR structures salaries correctly under the new Labour Codes (basic pay at least 50% of wages), is precise about CTC versus gross, and helps you think through permanent establishment risk for revenue-generating roles.

Criteria

What to look for in an EOR for India

  1. 1

    India-specific pricing

    Flat global fees are large relative to Indian salaries. Ask for local pricing or volume discounts.

  2. 2

    Labour Code salary structuring

    Ask for a sample salary structure showing basic pay, allowances, PF basis and gratuity under the 50% wage rule.

  3. 3

    CTC vs gross clarity

    Quotes should say clearly whether employer PF, gratuity and insurance are inside or on top of the salary figure.

  4. 4

    PE awareness

    For sales or leadership roles, the provider should flag permanent establishment risk and recommend advice.

Shortlist

EOR providers to consider in India

  • Multiplier

    From US$400 / employee / monthVerify

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    Asia focus and the lowest published global starting price.

    Delivery model in India: Confirm with provider

  • Deel

    From US$599 / employee / monthVerify

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    Supports employees and contractors; ask for India-specific pricing.

    Delivery model in India: Confirm with provider

  • Remote

    From US$599 / employee / monthVerify

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    Owned-entity model; check the India rate and salary structure.

    Delivery model in India: Owned entities (provider's stated model)

  • Rippling

    Quote-basedVerify

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    Fit if you already run HR and payroll on Rippling.

    Delivery model in India: Confirm with provider

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    Enterprise focus for larger engineering teams.

    Delivery model in India: Confirm with provider

Cost

What an EOR hire costs in India

For a ₹2,400,000 salary, mandatory employer costs add about ₹81,120 a year. With an EOR fee of ₹52,000 a month, the total is roughly ₹3,105,120 a year (1.29× salary). Run your own numbers in the India cost estimator.

Before you request quotes, read the full Employer of Record in India guide for contribution rates, employment rules and official sources.

Frequently asked questions

Compare India-specific pricing, Labour Code-compliant salary structures and clarity on CTC versus gross. For revenue roles, also consider permanent establishment risk.

Statutory costs are about 3–5% of gross, so the EOR fee dominates: roughly 1.3× salary at mid-level pay with a US$599-equivalent fee. Use the India cost estimator.

Since November 2025, basic pay plus DA must be at least 50% of wages, which affects PF and gratuity. See our India guide.

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