What is a .IN domain?

.IN is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for India. It is widely recognized as the premier internet identity for individuals, businesses, and organizations operating in or targeting the Indian market.

Why should I choose a .IN domain?

A .IN domain builds instant trust with Indian consumers, helps improve your local search engine rankings (SEO) in India, and offers higher availability for short, premium names compared to .COM.

.IN Domain Registration

Q: Who can register a .IN domain?

Anyone can register a .IN domain! There are no restrictions or local presence requirements. Individuals and businesses worldwide can register .IN domains to connect with the Indian audience.

The perfect online identity for India — Trusted, local, and impactful.

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1 Year

₹549

Standard Rate

3 Years

₹999

Only ₹333 / year

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5 Years

₹1,499

Only ₹299 / year

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Important Update: As per NIXI guidelines, KYC verification is now mandatory for all .IN domain registrations. Failure to complete KYC verification will result in domain suspension.

.IN Domain Pricing

Transparent pricing with zero hidden fees

Register

₹549

per year

Renew

₹799

per year

Standard renewal rate. Fast and easy renewal from your panel.

Transfer

₹549

includes 1-year renewal

Transfer .IN

Why Choose a .IN Domain?

.IN is the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for India. It stands as a symbol of trust and authenticity for the Indian market, helping brands connect closely with Indian consumers.

Whether you are a startup building a local brand, an international company targeting the Indian audience, or an individual starting a blog, a .IN domain gives your website a distinct local identity and better local search visibility.

Find Your .IN Name

Accredited Registrar

Official NIXI Partner

Local SEO Focus

Boosts ranking in India

Verified & Secure

100% KYC protected

High Availability

Get your exact name

.IN vs .COM — Which is right for you?

Compare the extensions and make the best choice

Feature	.IN	.COM
Primary Focus	Indian Audience	Global Audience
Local SEO Impact	Very High (India)	Neutral
Name Availability	High Chances	Hard to Find
Consumer Trust	Instantly recognized locally	Standard global trust

💡 Operating entirely in India? .IN is the clear winner for local brand identity.

Who is .IN perfect for?

The go-to choice for reaching 1.4 billion people

Local Businesses

Show customers you are local, trusted, and ready to serve them in India.

Indian Startups

Build a modern brand with a short and memorable .IN extension.

Global Brands

Protect your trademark and establish a dedicated local presence in the Indian market.

Bloggers & Creators

Connect authentically with the Indian audience and grow your local following.

How to Register Your .IN Domain

Get your Indian identity live in just 3 simple steps

Search Your Name

Type your desired business name above and check if the .IN version is available.

Add to Cart

Select how many years you want to register for and proceed to secure checkout.

Go Live Instantly

Complete your payment and your .IN domain will be activated within minutes.

.IN Domain — Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. As per the guidelines issued by CERT-In (under Section 70B of the IT Act, 2000) and the .IN Registry (NIXI), completing Know Your Customer (eKYC) is mandatory for all .IN and .BHARAT domain registrations. Failure to complete KYC will result in domain suspension.

The eKYC process is simple and completely online. You can quickly complete your eKYC directly from the HostGill Client Portal using DigiLocker for instant Aadhaar verification.

Anyone can register a .IN domain! There are no local presence requirements. Individuals and businesses worldwide can register .IN domains to connect with the Indian audience, provided they complete the standard eKYC verification.

A .IN domain builds instant trust with Indian consumers, helps improve your local search engine rankings (Local SEO) in India, and offers higher availability for short, premium names compared to highly saturated extensions like .COM.

Yes. To transfer your .IN domain, you need to unlock the domain at your current registrar, obtain the EPP authorization code (Secret Key), and place a transfer order through the HostGill client panel. (Note: Existing KYC status may carry over, or you may be prompted to re-verify).