Understanding VAPT Cost and Penetration Testing Pricing in India
Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) pricing in India varies widely based on scope, testing type, system complexity, and provider expertise. Indian VAPT pricing ranges from affordable entry-level assessments for small web applications to comprehensive enterprise engagements covering multiple systems and extended testing periods. Understanding what drives VAPT costs helps you budget appropriately and compare quotes from different security providers.
Codesecure Solutions provides transparent, value-driven VAPT pricing for organizations across India. We provide detailed scoping discussions to understand your exact requirements before providing quotes. Our pricing reflects the depth and quality of testing, expertise of our security engineers, and comprehensiveness of reporting. We offer flexible engagement models including project-based assessments, retainer packages, and annual security testing programs.
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Our VAPT Service Packages
We offer a range of VAPT engagement types to match different security needs and budgets.
- Web Application VAPT: Security assessment of web applications including OWASP Top 10 testing, business logic review, and authentication testing. Ideal for web portals, SaaS platforms, and e-commerce applications. Learn more about Web App VAPT
- Network VAPT: External and internal network security assessment including firewall review, network service testing, and lateral movement analysis. Learn more about Network VAPT
- Mobile Application VAPT: Security testing of iOS and Android applications including client-side storage, network communication, and authentication testing. Learn more about Mobile VAPT
- API Security Testing: Dedicated API security assessment for REST, GraphQL, and SOAP APIs including authentication, authorization, and injection testing. Learn more about API Security
- Cloud Security Assessment: Configuration review and security testing of cloud environments in AWS, Azure, or GCP. Learn more about Cloud VAPT
- Comprehensive VAPT: Full-scope assessment combining multiple testing types for organizations wanting complete coverage. We tailor scope to your specific environment and budget.
Factors That Affect VAPT Cost in India
Multiple factors influence VAPT pricing. Understanding these helps you plan your security testing budget effectively.
Scope and System Size
Larger scope means higher cost. Number of web pages or API endpoints for web app tests. Number of IP addresses for network tests. More systems require more testing time and therefore higher investment.
Testing Depth and Type
Black box testing is typically less expensive than white box. Manual testing costs more than automated scanning but finds more vulnerabilities. Red team exercises cost more than standard penetration testing.
Tester Expertise and Certifications
Experienced testers with OSCP, GPEN, and other certifications command higher rates but deliver more comprehensive results. Lower-cost providers may miss complex vulnerabilities that matter most.
Report Quality and Detail
Comprehensive reports with business impact analysis, proof of concept, and detailed remediation guidance require more effort and cost more than basic vulnerability lists. Report quality directly affects your ability to prioritize and fix issues.
Compliance Documentation Requirements
Testing for compliance with PCI DSS, ISO 27001, or other frameworks adds requirements for specific test coverage, methodology documentation, and report format that add to assessment cost.
Retesting and Remediation Verification
Post-remediation retesting verifying that vulnerabilities were correctly fixed adds cost but is valuable for ensuring complete resolution. Some providers include one retest cycle in their pricing.
Why Choose Codesecure for Value-Driven VAPT
Codesecure Solutions delivers comprehensive VAPT that provides genuine security value, not just compliance documentation.
- Transparent Pricing: We provide detailed quotes with clear scope definitions before you commit. No surprise costs or scope creep without your approval.
- Certified Experienced Engineers: Our testers hold OSCP, CEH, and other certifications. You get senior expertise, not junior testers learning on your systems.
- Comprehensive Manual Testing: We conduct thorough manual testing that automated-only providers miss. Our depth of testing justifies the investment in genuine security improvement.
- High-Quality Reports: Our reports are actionable and specific. Development teams can implement fixes directly from our findings without additional interpretation or consultation.
- Flexible Engagement Models: We offer one-time assessments, retainer packages, and annual security programs to fit different budget structures and testing frequency requirements.
- Fast Turnaround: We deliver reports within agreed timelines. Our efficient methodology ensures you get results when you need them for compliance deadlines or development cycles.
Industries We Provide VAPT For
VAPT is required across all industries handling sensitive data or subject to regulatory compliance requirements.
- Banking and FinTech: PCI DSS VAPT, banking application security testing, and financial API assessment.
- Healthcare and Pharma: Medical application VAPT, patient data system testing, and healthcare API security.
- IT Services and SaaS: Product security testing, cloud infrastructure VAPT, and ongoing security program support.
- E-commerce and Retail: Web application VAPT, payment system testing, and customer data protection assessment.
- Government and PSUs: Compliance-focused VAPT, network security assessment, and web application testing.
- Startups and SMEs: Affordable security assessments tailored to startup budgets and growth-stage security needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About VAPT Cost in India
Common questions about VAPT pricing and what to expect from a security testing engagement.
VAPT pricing in India varies based on scope and testing type. Web application assessments for small applications typically start from INR 50,000 upward. Comprehensive enterprise assessments covering multiple systems, extended testing periods, and detailed reporting can range significantly higher. Contact us for a custom quote based on your specific requirements.
VAPT pricing reflects the depth of testing, tester expertise, and report quality. Very low-cost providers often use automated scanning tools with minimal manual testing and produce generic reports. Higher-quality providers conduct deep manual testing by experienced engineers and deliver actionable reports. The difference in findings quality and business value is significant.
A comprehensive VAPT report should include an executive summary for management, detailed vulnerability findings with severity ratings, business impact analysis, proof of concept demonstration of exploitability, and specific remediation guidance for developers. Our reports also include risk-prioritized remediation roadmaps to help you address the most critical findings first.
Yes. ISO 27001 requires regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing as part of your ISMS. PCI DSS requires annual penetration testing and quarterly vulnerability scanning for organizations handling payment card data. We provide compliance-aligned reports with the documentation and coverage required by these frameworks.
Yes. We offer retesting services to verify that identified vulnerabilities have been correctly remediated. This confirms that fixes were implemented properly and no residual vulnerabilities remain. We recommend retesting for critical and high severity findings to ensure complete resolution before deploying to production.
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