# How much does a tailor charge in India?

> A tailor in India charges ₹200–₹500 for a blouse, ₹300–₹800 for a kurta, ₹500–₹1,500 for a salwar suit, ₹800–₹2,000 for a shirt/pant set, ₹1,500–₹3,000 for a blazer, and ₹50–₹300 for basic alterations. Metros add 25–30%.

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**Updated:** 2026-07-03  
**Trade:** tailor  

## Answer

Tailor pricing in India is per-garment. Blouse stitching is ₹200–₹500 (higher for lining, princess-cut, or bead work). Kurta/kurti is ₹300–₹800. Salwar suit (kurta + pants + dupatta finishing) is ₹500–₹1,500. Shirt is ₹300–₹800; formal pant is ₹400–₹900; shirt-pant set ₹800–₹2,000.

Formal-wear runs higher. A blazer is ₹1,500–₹3,000; a full 3-piece suit is ₹5,000–₹12,000. Wedding lehengas or embroidered work is quoted separately based on complexity, typically ₹5,000–₹25,000 for stitching alone (embroidery, sequin work, and material extra).

Alterations are the bread-and-butter revenue: ₹50–₹150 for a hem, ₹100–₹300 for waist adjustment, ₹150–₹500 for full re-fit. A busy alteration tailor at a good location handles 20–40 alterations per day averaging ₹150 each = ₹3,000–₹6,000/day.

Metros run 25–30% above base. Mumbai blouse stitching is ₹260–₹650; Bhopal ₹170–₹425.

## Data

**Tailor stitching charges in India (2026)**

| Garment | Base rate (₹) | Metro rate (₹) | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Blouse | 200–500 | 260–650 | Lining extra |
| Kurta / kurti | 300–800 | 390–1,040 |  |
| Salwar suit (set) | 500–1,500 | 650–1,950 |  |
| Shirt | 300–800 | 390–1,040 |  |
| Formal pant | 400–900 | 520–1,170 |  |
| Blazer | 1,500–3,000 | 1,950–3,900 |  |
| 3-piece suit | 5,000–12,000 | 6,500–15,600 |  |
| Basic alteration | 50–300 | 65–390 | Hem, waist, length |

## Frequently asked

### What is the average tailor charge in India?

₹300–₹800 per garment for casual wear (kurta, shirt), ₹500–₹1,500 for sets (salwar suit, shirt-pant). Formal wear ₹1,500–₹3,000+ per piece.

### How much does blouse stitching cost in India?

₹200–₹500 for a standard blouse. ₹500–₹1,500 for wedding blouses with beadwork/embroidery. Metros +25–30%.

### What is the alteration charge at a tailor?

₹50–₹300 depending on adjustment: ₹50–₹150 for a hem, ₹100–₹300 for waist, ₹150–₹500 for full re-fit.

### Are online tailors cheaper than local tailors?

Similar pricing but online adds pickup + delivery charges (₹100–₹300). Local direct tailors are cheaper for standard work; online works better for busy schedules.

### Does the tailor charge include material?

No — material (fabric, lining, thread) is separate. Tailor stitching charge is labour only.

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