Microsoft 365 is the default productivity suite for Indian businesses, but its licensing is deceptively complex. Business plans, Enterprise plans, standalone apps, add-ons, CSP versus Enterprise Agreement — the wrong choice quietly overspends for years. This guide maps the full landscape for 2026.
The core plan families
- Microsoft 365 Business (Basic, Standard, Premium) — built for organisations under 300 seats
- Microsoft 365 Enterprise (E3, E5, F3) — for larger or compliance-heavy organisations
- Standalone plans — Exchange Online, Teams, or Office apps purchased individually
- Add-ons — Copilot, Teams Phone, Entra ID P1/P2, and advanced security
How to buy in India
Most Indian SMBs are best served buying through a Microsoft CSP (Cloud Solution Provider) partner rather than direct. A partner handles GST invoicing in INR, gives you local support, and can flex seat counts month to month.
The cheapest license is the one you actually use. Right-sizing beats discount-hunting every time.
As an authorised Microsoft partner serving Delhi NCR and pan-India, we help teams map real workflows to the right SKUs — and revisit them as you grow.
Rohan Malhotra
Microsoft Licensing Consultant
Part of the TechWorld Solutions team helping enterprises migrate, modernize, and secure their technology.