Cost Guides
Maid and Cook Salary in Hyderabad (2026), by Hours per Day
A real agency tariff, broken down by 4, 6, 8, 10 hours and full-time.
Household staff in Hyderabad are usually priced by hours per day, not by the task. In September 2026 a Hyderabad placement agency shared its full tariff with us. It is one agency's price list, not a citywide average, but it shows clearly how the monthly salary steps up with hours, and where full-time live-in help sits.
Agency tariff for maids (September 2026, monthly)
Maids and housekeeping:
- 4 hours a day: Rs 12,000
- 6 hours a day: Rs 15,000
- 8 hours a day: Rs 18,000
- 10 hours a day: Rs 20,000
- 24-hour full-time (live-in): Rs 23,000 to Rs 25,000
Cooks and nannies
The same agency priced cooks and nannies like this:
- Cook, 8 hours a day: Rs 18,000
- Cook, 10 hours a day: Rs 20,000
- Nanny, 4 hours a day: Rs 12,000
- Nanny, 6 hours a day: Rs 15,000
Agency rates vs hiring directly
Agency rates are usually higher than hiring someone through your building's network, because they include sourcing, a replacement if the person leaves, and some form of background check. That extra cost is worth it when you cannot be there yourself, for example an NRI family arranging help for parents in Hyderabad, because a quick replacement is what keeps the household running.
Whichever route you choose, verify identity and address before the first day, agree the weekly off and leave in writing, and decide upfront who covers festival bonuses.
Questions
What is the salary of a full-time maid in Hyderabad in 2026?
One Hyderabad agency quoted Rs 18,000 a month for 8 hours a day and Rs 23,000 to Rs 25,000 for a 24-hour live-in maid in September 2026.
How much does a cook cost per month in Hyderabad?
The same agency quoted Rs 18,000 a month for an 8-hour cook and Rs 20,000 for 10 hours.
Is a part-time maid cheaper?
Yes. A 4-hour maid was quoted at Rs 12,000 a month and 6 hours at Rs 15,000.
A PadosiPro Lifestyle Manager can shortlist, verify and manage household staff for your family, including replacements when someone leaves.