# What is the carpenter labour rate per sq ft in Bangalore?

> The carpenter labour rate per sq ft in Bangalore (2026) is ₹1,170–₹2,340/sqft for a wardrobe, ₹1,560–₹3,250/sqft for a modular kitchen, and ₹910–₹1,820/sqft for a TV unit — labour only. With material, wardrobes are ₹1,950–₹4,160/sqft and kitchens ₹2,860–₹5,850/sqft. Bangalore rates run ~30% above pan-India base.

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**Updated:** 2026-07-03  
**Trade:** carpenter  
**City:** Bangalore  

## Answer

Bangalore carpenter labour rate per sq ft (2026) sits ~30% above the pan-India base because of higher cost of living. Wardrobe labour-only: ₹1,170–₹2,340/sqft. Modular kitchen labour-only: ₹1,560–₹3,250/sqft. TV unit or bookshelf labour: ₹910–₹1,820/sqft.

Material adds 40–80% on top. A 70-sqft wardrobe with basic commercial plywood + standard hardware: ₹1,36,500–₹2,91,200 all-in (labour + material). Same wardrobe with BWP ply + soft-close hinges: ₹1,80,000–₹3,50,000. Premium finishes (imported hardware, PU shutters): ₹3,50,000–₹5,50,000.

For a full 2BHK Bangalore fit-out (wardrobes in 2 rooms + modular kitchen), expect ₹4,00,000–₹8,00,000 for labour+material at mid-tier finish. Bangalore rates are similar to Mumbai; both are the highest-cost carpentry cities in India.

To reduce cost by 15–30%: buy plywood and hardware directly from a distributor (skip the carpenter's supplier margin), get 3 quotes, and hire the carpenter direct instead of via an interior designer (skips a 30–60% design margin).

## Data

**Carpenter labour rate per sq ft in Bangalore (2026)**

| Work type | Labour only (₹/sqft) | With material (₹/sqft) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wood polish | 104–234 | 130–325 |
| Wardrobe | 1,170–2,340 | 1,950–4,160 |
| Modular kitchen | 1,560–3,250 | 2,860–5,850 |
| TV unit / bookshelf | 910–1,820 | 1,560–3,250 |
| Bed with storage | 1,040–2,080 | 1,820–3,640 |

## Frequently asked

### What is the carpenter labour rate per sq ft in Bangalore for wardrobe?

₹1,170–₹2,340/sqft labour-only in Bangalore (2026). Material adds ₹800–₹1,400/sqft on top depending on plywood grade.

### What is the carpenter rate per sq ft in Bangalore for kitchen?

₹1,560–₹3,250/sqft labour-only for modular kitchen work in Bangalore. With material (BWP ply + soft-close hinges): ₹2,860–₹5,850/sqft.

### Are Bangalore carpenter rates negotiable?

8–15% negotiation is standard on larger jobs (wardrobe, kitchen). For repairs and small jobs, rates are largely fixed. Getting 3 quotes gives you the best leverage.

### Where can I find carpenters directly in Bangalore?

Direct-hire carpenters listed on Solve24 (zero-commission), local suppliers in Peenya or JC Road industrial areas, and referrals from previous customers. Skipping interior firms saves 30–60% on design margin.

### What is the average cost of a 2BHK carpentry fit-out in Bangalore?

₹4,00,000–₹8,00,000 for a mid-tier 2BHK fit-out (wardrobes in 2 rooms + modular kitchen + basic TV unit) at 2026 Bangalore rates. Premium fit-outs go to ₹10,00,000+.

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