How much does a carpenter charge in India in 2026?

A carpenter in India charges ₹80–₹2500 depending on the job in 2026. Furniture assembly (flat-pack) costs about ₹300–₹800, while bigger jobs go higher. Visit/inspection is usually ₹100–300, adjusted into the final bill. Material is normally billed separately.

What is the cheapest and most expensive carpenter job?

The lowest-cost carpenter job in India is wood polish (per sq ft) (from ₹80), and the highest is modular kitchen work (per sq ft) (up to ₹2500). Always get the job-specific rate before work starts.

Is it cheaper to hire a carpenter directly than through an app?

Yes. Commission-based apps add 15–30% on top of the worker's rate, so you pay more while the carpenter earns less. On Solve24 you contact verified carpenters directly and pay them directly — zero platform commission — so the rates above are what you actually pay.

Does carpenter cost include materials?

No — the rates above are labour only. Materials (parts, fittings, paint, etc.) are billed separately at actual cost. Ask the carpenter to quote labour and material separately, with the brand of any part, so the final bill is clear.

Pricing Guide

How much does a carpenter charge in India?

Real carpenter rates from verified workers across 40+ Indian cities. No platform markup — these are what you pay the worker directly. Updated 2026.

Typical carpenter rates (pan-India)

Base rates reflect a tier-2 city benchmark. Expect 20-40% higher in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore. Expect 10-20% lower in Indore, Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna. The final quote depends on job complexity, tools, and material cost (usually billed separately).

Job	Typical range	Notes
Furniture assembly (flat-pack)	₹300 – ₹800
Door repair / lock change	₹250 – ₹700
Wardrobe making (per sq ft)	₹900 – ₹1,800	Material separate
Modular kitchen work (per sq ft)	₹1,200 – ₹2,500
Bed repair	₹400 – ₹1,200
Window framing / sash repair	₹500 – ₹1,500
Hinge / handle replacement	₹150 – ₹400
Wood polish (per sq ft)	₹80 – ₹180

Carpenter rates in metros (Mumbai / Delhi / Bangalore)

Tier-1 metros run 20-40% higher than the base rate above. Here's what a Mumbai resident typically pays:

Job	Mumbai range
Furniture assembly (flat-pack)	₹390 – ₹1,040
Door repair / lock change	₹330 – ₹910
Wardrobe making (per sq ft)	₹1,170 – ₹2,340
Modular kitchen work (per sq ft)	₹1,560 – ₹3,250
Bed repair	₹520 – ₹1,560

Delhi and Bangalore typically match or slightly exceed Mumbai rates due to high labour demand. See the full city breakdown further down.

Carpenter rates in tier-2 cities (Indore / Jaipur / Lucknow)

Tier-2 cities typically pay 10-20% less than the pan-India base — labour and travel costs are lower, and the market is less saturated with managed platforms.

Job	Indore range	Jaipur range
Furniture assembly (flat-pack)	₹270 – ₹720	₹290 – ₹760
Door repair / lock change	₹230 – ₹630	₹240 – ₹670
Wardrobe making (per sq ft)	₹810 – ₹1,620	₹860 – ₹1,710
Modular kitchen work (per sq ft)	₹1,080 – ₹2,250	₹1,140 – ₹2,380
Bed repair	₹360 – ₹1,080	₹380 – ₹1,140

What affects the final carpenter quote?

Job complexity. A straightforward task quotes at the low end; anything behind walls, at height, or needing specialised tools trends higher.
Materials. Rates above are labour-only. Parts, fixtures and consumables are charged at actual cost — always ask for brand + model when the part is significant.
Time of day. Night visits (after 9 PM) and Sundays typically carry a 20–30% emergency surcharge.
City tier. A carpenter in Mumbai can cost 40% more than the same job in Jaipur.
Managed platforms add 20–40% on top of the worker's actual rate. Solve24 adds zero — you pay the worker directly.

How to avoid being overcharged

Get a quote before the visit. Send a photo of the problem — any verified carpenter on Solve24 can give a ballpark in minutes.
Confirm the visit charge. Most professionals charge ₹100–300 to inspect; this is normally adjusted against the final bill if you hire them.
Get labour and material priced separately. A ₹2,000 part and ₹500 labour is very different from ₹2,500 bundled.
Check ratings and reviews. A carpenter with 20+ reviews and 4.5★+ rarely surprise-bills.
Pay after the job is done and tested.

City-wise carpenter rate comparison

Sample: "Furniture assembly (flat-pack)" across major cities.

City	Range	Multiplier
Mumbai	₹390 – ₹1,040	1.30×
Delhi	₹380 – ₹1,000	1.25×
Bangalore	₹390 – ₹1,040	1.30×
Gurgaon	₹390 – ₹1,040	1.30×
Hyderabad	₹350 – ₹920	1.15×
Pune	₹360 – ₹960	1.20×
Chennai	₹350 – ₹920	1.15×
Kolkata	₹300 – ₹800	1.00×
Lucknow	₹270 – ₹720	0.90×
Indore	₹270 – ₹720	0.90×
Jaipur	₹290 – ₹760	0.95×
Patna	₹260 – ₹680	0.85×
Bhopal	₹260 – ₹680	0.85×

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Answers about carpenter pricing & salary

What is the carpenter labour rate per square feet in India?

Carpenter labour rate per sq ft in India (2026): wood polish ₹80–₹180/sqft, wardrobe ₹900–₹1,800/sqft, kitchen ₹1,200–₹2,500/sqft. With and without material breakdown.

How much does a carpenter charge in India?

Carpenter charges in India 2026: door repair ₹250–₹700, hinge replacement ₹150–₹400, furniture assembly ₹300–₹800, wardrobe (per sqft) ₹900–₹1,800.

What is the salary of a carpenter in India?

Carpenter salary in India (2026): ₹18,000/month for apprentices to ₹65,000+/month for senior carpenters. City-wise and per-day breakdown.

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

Carpenter labour rate per sq ft in Bangalore (2026): wardrobe ₹1,170–₹2,340, kitchen ₹1,560–₹3,250, TV unit ₹910–₹1,820. With and without material breakdown.

What is the carpenter labour rate per sq ft in Chennai?

Carpenter labour rate per sq ft in Chennai (2026): wardrobe ₹1,035–₹2,070/sqft, kitchen ₹1,380–₹2,875/sqft. Chennai rates ~15% above pan-India base.

What is the carpenter labour rate per sq ft in Mumbai?

Carpenter labour rate per sq ft in Mumbai (2026): wardrobe ₹1,170–₹2,340/sqft, kitchen ₹1,560–₹3,250/sqft. Mumbai rates ~30% above pan-India base.

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