The short answer
In 2026 a plain acrylic nail extension set costs ₹700 to ₹1,800 at most Indian salons and gel costs ₹1,200 to ₹2,500. French, chrome and cat-eye sets usually run ₹1,500 to ₹3,000, and designer or bridal art ₹2,500 to ₹6,000 and up. What you are really paying for is the technician: two hours of trained, careful work. At MG Makeovers in Gurugram, acrylic starts at ₹999 and gel at ₹1,200.
Average nail extension prices in India (2026)
The ranges below are typical full-service prices at salons in Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune and Mohali, compiled from published menus in October 2026. Prices move with the city, the studio's location and the experience of the person doing your nails.
| Service | Typical salon price in India | MG Makeovers, Gurgaon |
|---|---|---|
| Gel polish on natural nails | ₹500 – ₹1,200 | ₹499 |
| Acrylic extensions, full set | ₹700 – ₹1,800 (₹3,000+ at premium studios) | ₹999 |
| Gel extensions, full set | ₹1,200 – ₹2,500 | ₹1,200 |
| Refill | ₹800 – ₹1,500 | ₹999 |
| French, chrome, ombre or cat-eye set | ₹1,500 – ₹3,000 | ₹1,499 – ₹2,199 |
| Hand-painted art or stones, per nail | ₹130 – ₹300 | ₹150 / nail |
| Designer, 3D or bridal set | ₹2,500 – ₹6,000+ | ₹1,500 – ₹2,800 ready designs; bespoke on quote |
What should nail extensions cost?
A full set takes a trained technician about two hours: prepping the natural nail, fitting and sculpting ten extensions, filing every one to the same shape and finishing the colour. Add good product, single-client hygiene and the years it takes to learn the craft, and a fair price for a plain set in a metro city sits at roughly ₹1,000 to ₹2,000.
- Far below ₹700 for a full set: ask what product is used and how tools are cleaned. Rushed prep is the usual saving, and it shows up as lifting and thin, damaged nails.
- ₹1,000 – ₹2,000: the honest middle, where a trained technician, proper product and hygiene can all be paid for.
- Over ₹3,000 for a plain set: usually the cost of a premium address or brand, not better nails.
- Whatever the price, judge the work: matching shapes, clean sidewalls and a set that lasts two to three weeks without lifting.
What nail art to expect at each price
Price tracks time and skill. The more freehand work, layering and precision a design needs, the higher it sits. These are the kinds of sets you should expect for your budget, shown with work from the MG Makeovers studio.
Under ₹1,000
Plain colour
Gel polish on natural nails, or a basic extension set in one solid colour. Expect clean prep and an even, glossy finish, not design work.
₹1,000 – ₹1,500
Full extension set, plain or minimal
A full acrylic or gel set in any length and shape with a nude, milky or solid finish, perhaps one or two simple accent nails. The skill shows in the shape: matching length, a balanced apex and a clean cuticle line on all ten nails.
₹1,500 – ₹2,500
Classic finishes
French tips, chrome, ombre, glitter, foil and cat-eye across the full set. These need a steady hand: sharp, symmetrical smile lines, a seamless blend, an even magnetic band on every nail.
₹2,500 and above
Designer, 3D and bridal art
Hand-painted motifs on several nails, 3D gel flowers, charms and rhinestones, mixed techniques and bridal sets. This is where the artist's training matters most, and where prices vary the most between studios.
It's the technician you are paying for
Two salons can use the same acrylic powder and the same gel, and still produce very different nails. The difference is the hands. Before you book, look for these signs of a trained nail artist:
- A portfolio of their own clients' nails, not stock photos
- All ten nails filed to the same length and shape, with a visible apex for strength
- A clean cuticle line and straight sidewalls, with no product flooding the skin
- French lines that match from nail to nail, and cat-eye bands that sit in the same place
- A short consultation about your natural nails, lifestyle and length before they start
- Sets that grow out evenly and reach the refill at two to three weeks without lifting
Why MG Makeovers, Gurgaon
Artists who teach the craft, at prices that stay fair
MG Makeovers has run its Gurugram studio since 2015, and its academy trains new nail technicians through a Basic and an Advance nail extension course. The Advance syllabus covers 3D gel sculpting, spider gel, cat eye and chrome variations, glass nails, embossing and bridal art. The work on your hands comes from the same standard the studio teaches.
Yet the prices sit in the lower half of the India range: ₹999 for an acrylic set, ₹1,200 for gel and ₹1,499 to ₹2,199 for French, chrome, ombre, glitter and cat-eye. You get top-tier technique without paying for a premium address.
MG Makeovers nail price list
Standard studio rates for a full set or service, in any length and shape. A plain finish is included with every extension set.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Acrylic Extension | ₹999 |
| Gel ExtensionMost Popular | ₹1,200 |
| Gel Overlay | ₹999 |
| Gel Paint | ₹499 |
| Refilling | ₹999 |
| Removal | ₹499 |
| Nail Art, per nail | ₹150 / nail |
French, chrome, ombre & cat-eye sets
A finish replaces the plain colour, so each price is the whole set, not an add-on. The same design costs a little more on gel because gel is built and cured in more layers.
| Finish | On acrylic | On gel |
|---|---|---|
| FrenchHand-drawn smile line | ₹1,500 | ₹1,799 |
| Ombre / ChromeBlended or mirror finish | ₹1,499 | ₹1,799 |
| GlitterFull or tip glitter | ₹1,799 | ₹1,999 |
| Cat Eye / 9DMagnetic multidimensional | ₹1,999 | ₹2,199 |
Millers (marble) work is ₹1,999 on acrylic. Nail art pricing depends on design complexity. All prices are exclusive of 5% GST. A 2–3% transaction charge applies to card payments.
Ready designs and their prices
Prefer to point at a finished design? These sets are priced as shown on acrylic extensions; add ₹300 to have the same design on gel.
Happy Hours
Acrylic Extensions + Solid Gel Paint: ₹799 flat
Monday–Thursday · 11AM–4PM. A full acrylic set with one solid gel-paint colour, shaped and finished. Plain colours only; designs are charged at the rates above. Slots are subject to availability.
Nail price questions, answered
What is the average cost of nail extensions in India?
In 2026 most metro salons charge ₹700 to ₹1,800 for a plain acrylic full set and ₹1,200 to ₹2,500 for gel. French, chrome, ombre and cat-eye sets usually cost ₹1,500 to ₹3,000, and designer or bridal sets with 3D work run from ₹2,500 to ₹6,000 or more. Premium studios in prime locations can charge ₹3,000 or more for a plain set.
What should a good nail extension set cost?
For a plain full set done by a trained technician in a metro city, ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 is a fair range. That covers about two hours of skilled work, quality product and proper hygiene. Much lower prices often mean shortcuts in prep, product or sanitation; much higher prices for a plain set are usually paying for the address rather than the artistry.
How much do nail extensions cost at MG Makeovers in Gurgaon?
A full set of acrylic extensions costs ₹999 and gel extensions cost ₹1,200, in any length and shape with a plain finish. During Happy Hours (Monday to Thursday, 11 AM to 4 PM) acrylic extensions with a solid gel-paint colour are ₹799 flat. All prices are exclusive of 5% GST. A 2–3% transaction charge applies to card payments.
How much does nail art cost?
Across India, hand-painted art or stones usually cost ₹130 to ₹300 per nail. At MG Makeovers hand-painted nail art is ₹150 / nail, and ready designs such as French, chrome, ombre and cat-eye are priced per set, from ₹1,499 to ₹2,800 on acrylic.
Is acrylic or gel cheaper?
Acrylic is usually the lower-priced system. At MG Makeovers acrylic is ₹999 for a full set against ₹1,200 for gel, and the same design costs about ₹200 to ₹300 more on gel.
How much is a refill and when do I need one?
Refills typically cost ₹800 to ₹1,500 in Indian salons; at MG Makeovers a refill is ₹999. Most clients need one every two to three weeks, once natural growth leaves a gap at the cuticle.
Are MG Makeovers prices inclusive of GST?
No. All prices are exclusive of 5% GST. A 2–3% transaction charge applies to card payments.
Book with MG Makeovers in Gurgaon
Nail appointments run at both MG Makeovers studios in Gurugram: A-30/1, Basement, DLF Phase 1, Sector 26, and LG-08, Mega Mall, Golf Course Road, Sector 28. Call +91 72102 56256 or book online, and bring a reference picture if you have a design in mind.
