The 8 Best Payroll Software for Indian Companies in 2026
We tested 14 platforms on TDS accuracy, PF/ESIC automation, salary slip quality and support. Here’s exactly what we found.
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We test, compare and rank HR software and payroll platforms built for Indian companies — with real use cases, not vendor promises. No paid rankings. No fluff.
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HR Software Reviews
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Keka vs GreytHR: Which Is Better for Mid-Size Teams in 2026?
Compared on payroll accuracy, leave management, onboarding and pricing for 50–500 employee companies.
PF, ESIC & TDS in 2026: What Indian HR Managers Must Know
New thresholds, updated rules and the software that handles it automatically — explained in plain English.
Best Performance Management Tools for Remote Teams (2026)
OKR tracking, 360° feedback and continuous reviews — ranked and compared for distributed Indian teams.
Darwinbox Review 2026: Is It Worth the Enterprise Price Tag?
Deep-dive into modules, integrations and real user feedback from Reddit and G2.
12 min readZoho Payroll vs Sumopayroll: Best for Startups Under 50 People
Pricing, features, free plan limits and support quality — a straight head-to-head.
7 min readBest ATS for Indian Startups in 2026 — 9 Tools Compared
From Freshteam to Keka Recruit — ranked on sourcing, pipeline management and cost.
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Tool Comparisons
Not sure which tool to pick? We do the heavy lifting.
| Feature | Keka Best Overall | GreytHR | Darwinbox | Zoho People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payroll Automation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PF/ESIC Filing | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mobile App | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Free Plan | No | Limited | No | Yes |
| Starting Price | ₹6,999/mo | ₹3,495/mo | Custom | ₹48/user |
| Try It | Try Keka | Try GreytHR | Get Demo | Try Free |
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