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Gym Opening Cost Calculator

Underestimating setup cost is the most common reason new gyms run out of cash in the first year. Enter your city tier, space size, and fit-out quality to get a realistic budget — including the working capital buffer most first-time owners skip.

Your setup

Assumes ₹45/sqft/month rent for this city tier — adjust space size to match your actual quote if you already have one.

Estimated total setup cost

63,49,000

Rent deposit (6 months)5,40,000
Interior & renovation28,00,000
Equipment22,00,000
Licenses & registration75,000
Initial marketing50,000
Staff hiring & training90,000
Working capital (3 months)5,94,000

Working capital covers rent and staff salaries for 3 months while membership revenue ramps up — most new gyms underfund this and run into cash-flow trouble.

Illustrative estimate · Actual costs vary by location and negotiation