Samey Online Business Ideas Under ₹50k in India (2026 Edition)
Want to start a business with low investment? Here are 7 proven online business models working in India right now.
The Digital Opportunity
In 2026, you don't need a shop or office to start. You need a skill and a website. Here are 7 business models you can start with < ₹50,000.
1. Niche Newsletter
Model: Write weekly about a specific topic (e.g., "AI Tools for Lawyers"). Charge subscription. Cost: ₹5,000 (Website + Email Tool). Potential: ₹50k - ₹2L / month.
2. Digital Products Store
Model: Sell templates (Notion, Canva, Excel), E-books, or Presets. Cost: ₹15,000 (E-commerce site). Potential: Unlimited (Zero shipping cost).
3. Drop-Servicing
Model: Sell services (Logo, SEO) to clients, outsource to freelancers, keep margin. Cost: ₹10,000 (Professional Agency Website). Potential: ₹1L+ / month.
4. Local Lead Generation
Model: Build a website for "Plumbers in Lucknow". Rank it. Sell leads to real plumbers. Cost: ₹10,000 (SEO Website). Potential: ₹20k / month per site.
5. Specialized Coaching
Model: Teach Yoga, Coding, or English via Zoom. Cost: ₹8,000 (Booking Website + Zoom). Potential: ₹500 - ₹2000 per hour.
The Secret Sauce
Don't copy everyone. Bad Idea: "Digital Marketing Agency" (Too vague). Good Idea: "Digital Marketing for Dental Clinics in UP."
Riches are in the Niches.
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Written by Ashraf Kamal
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