INDPayroll is the Best Keka HR Alternative
Experience powerful compliance workflows in a clean, customizable platform that teams actually enjoy. Built for scaling organizations that need precision.
A Flexible Payroll Platform Built for Teams
Streamline pay runs, statutory filings, and compliance visibility with an intuitive interface designed for faster adoption and effortless collaboration.
Powerful Capabilities Without the Complexity
Everything your HR and Finance teams need to plan, track, and deliver faster.
Simple Pay Runs
Plan pay cycles, manage backlogs, and track status with an intuitive interface.
Streamlined Compliance
Calculate and prioritize statutory filings without the clutter of traditional legacy systems.
Boards That Adapt
Use Summary, Detailed, or Hybrid views tailored to your team's specific workflow.
Time Tracking Included
Track time automatically and manage timesheets without expensive third-party add-ons.
Workload & Resource Insights
Understand team capacity and prevent over-allocation instantly.
Real-Time Project Reporting
Gain visibility through burn-down charts, timelines, and automated progress reports.
Simple Pricing Comparison
Stop overpaying for features you don't use. See how our flexible model compares to the legacy flat-rate approach.
INDPayroll
Flexible & Transparent
Pay only for what you need. Perfect for teams from 1 to 10,000+.
- No Minimum Monthly Commit
- Forever Free Plan (up to 5 users)
- Pay-per-Employee Scale
- All Compliance Tools Included
Keka HR
Legacy Structure
A fixed entry barrier regardless of your team size or usage.
- Heavy Monthly Lock-in
- No Forever Free Tier
- Hidden Add-on Costs
- Complex Multi-Plan Tiers
| Pricing Factor | INDPayroll | Keka HR |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Minimum | ₹0 (Free Plan) | ₹9,999 (Lock-in) |
| Per Employee Cost | As low as ₹10 | Varies (Higher Tier) |
| Implementation Fee | Zero / Waived | Standard One-time |
| Contract Length | Cancel Anytime | Usually Annual |
The Competitive Scorecard
Why leading Indian enterprises switch from legacy HRMS to a specialized engine.
Compliance Depth
Multi-state LWF, PT rules, and automatic statutory updates across all Indian regions.
Processing Reliability
Capability to process 10,000+ payslips in under 3 minutes without system lag.
Custom Salary Logic
Granular control for unique allowance structures and complex deduction scenarios.
Enterprise Extensibility
API-first approach for ERP, biometric, and expense management connectivity.
Switching Support
White-glove data migration and dedicated specialists for onboarding from other platforms.
Precision Rating
Our engine is rated 35% higher for statutory accuracy in multi-state entities.
Why Our Platform Beats Legacy HRMS
A flexible, affordable, and user-friendly platform built for real-team productivity.
Lower Cost, More Value
No paid add-ons required — everything essential for Indian payroll is included.
Faster Team Adoption
Teams can start using the interface the same day without extensive manual reading.
Fully Customizable Workflows
Tailor fields, statuses, and dashboards to your exact organizational process.
Deployment Flexibility
Choose cloud or on-premise based on your security and governance needs.
Integrated Time & Resource Tools
Track time, monitor workload, and manage utilization in one centralized place.
Less Admin Overhead
Manage projects with fewer configurations and significantly reduced system complexity.
Trusted by Indian startups & growing companies
"Switching to INDPayroll saved our team 3 days every month. The PF/ESI automation is a lifesaver."
Aditi Sharma
HR Manager, TechLabs India
"The most user-friendly payroll tool for Indian startups. Audit compliance is no longer a worry."
Rajesh V.
Founder, QuickFins
"Scalable and extremely reliable. Their customer support understands Indian taxation perfectly."
Karan Mehra
Finance Head, BuildIT
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about switching to a modern payroll engine.