How much does a cleaner charge in India in 2026?

A cleaner in India charges ₹10–₹8000 depending on the job in 2026. Deep house cleaning (2BHK) costs about ₹2500–₹5000, 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 cleaner job?

The lowest-cost cleaner job in India is carpet shampooing (per sq ft) (from ₹10), and the highest is post-construction cleaning (up to ₹8000). Always get the job-specific rate before work starts.

Is it cheaper to hire a cleaner 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 cleaner earns less. On Solve24 you contact verified cleaners directly and pay them directly — zero platform commission — so the rates above are what you actually pay.

Does cleaner cost include materials?

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

Pricing Guide

How much does a cleaner charge in India?

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

Typical cleaner 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
Deep house cleaning (2BHK)	₹2,500 – ₹5,000
Bathroom cleaning (per bath)	₹300 – ₹700
Kitchen deep clean	₹900 – ₹2,000
Post-construction cleaning	₹3,500 – ₹8,000
Sofa cleaning (per seat)	₹250 – ₹500
Carpet shampooing (per sq ft)	₹10 – ₹25
Move-in / move-out clean	₹3,000 – ₹6,000

Cleaner 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
Deep house cleaning (2BHK)	₹3,250 – ₹6,500
Bathroom cleaning (per bath)	₹390 – ₹910
Kitchen deep clean	₹1,170 – ₹2,600
Post-construction cleaning	₹4,550 – ₹10,400
Sofa cleaning (per seat)	₹330 – ₹650

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

Cleaner 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
Deep house cleaning (2BHK)	₹2,250 – ₹4,500	₹2,380 – ₹4,750
Bathroom cleaning (per bath)	₹270 – ₹630	₹290 – ₹670
Kitchen deep clean	₹810 – ₹1,800	₹860 – ₹1,900
Post-construction cleaning	₹3,150 – ₹7,200	₹3,330 – ₹7,600
Sofa cleaning (per seat)	₹230 – ₹450	₹240 – ₹480

What affects the final cleaner 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 cleaner 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 cleaner 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 cleaner with 20+ reviews and 4.5★+ rarely surprise-bills.
Pay after the job is done and tested.

City-wise cleaner rate comparison

Sample: "Deep house cleaning (2BHK)" across major cities.

City	Range	Multiplier
Mumbai	₹3,250 – ₹6,500	1.30×
Delhi	₹3,130 – ₹6,250	1.25×
Bangalore	₹3,250 – ₹6,500	1.30×
Gurgaon	₹3,250 – ₹6,500	1.30×
Hyderabad	₹2,880 – ₹5,750	1.15×
Pune	₹3,000 – ₹6,000	1.20×
Chennai	₹2,880 – ₹5,750	1.15×
Kolkata	₹2,500 – ₹5,000	1.00×
Lucknow	₹2,250 – ₹4,500	0.90×
Indore	₹2,250 – ₹4,500	0.90×
Jaipur	₹2,380 – ₹4,750	0.95×
Patna	₹2,130 – ₹4,250	0.85×
Bhopal	₹2,130 – ₹4,250	0.85×

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Answers about cleaner pricing & salary

How much does house cleaning cost in India?

Cleaning charges in India (2026): deep 2BHK ₹2,500–₹5,000, bathroom ₹300–₹700, kitchen ₹900–₹2,000, sofa ₹250–₹500/seat, carpet ₹10–₹25/sqft.

How much does 5-seater sofa cleaning cost in India?

Sofa cleaning cost in India (2026): 5-seater ₹1,250–₹2,500 (shampoo + steam), 3-seater ₹750–₹1,500, L-shape 7-seater ₹1,750–₹3,500. Metros +25–30%.

How much does 3BHK deep cleaning cost in India?

3BHK deep cleaning cost in India (2026): ₹4,000–₹8,000 for a full deep clean (all rooms + kitchen + bathrooms + floors). Metros ₹5,200–₹10,400. Move-in/out ₹5,000–₹10,000.

What is the monthly maid salary in India?

Monthly maid salary in India (2026): part-time (1 hr/day) ₹2,000–₹4,000, full-time (8 hrs) ₹10,000–₹22,000, live-in ₹12,000–₹25,000. Metros +25–30%.

Professional deep clean vs regular clean — which is worth it?

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