How to Start an ITES Company in Kerala 2026 — BPO, KPO & NRI Guide
ITES (IT Enabled Services) — including BPO, KPO, LPO, medical transcription, data processing, and back-office services — is one of Kerala’s fastest-growing sectors. With a highly educated, English-speaking workforce and world-class IT infrastructure at Technopark and Infopark, Kerala is an ideal base for NRIs to set up ITES operations serving global clients.
ITES Business Types
- BPO (Business Process Outsourcing): Customer support, data entry, HR processing
- KPO (Knowledge Process Outsourcing): Research, analytics, financial analysis, legal research
- LPO (Legal Process Outsourcing): Legal document review, contract drafting
- Medical Transcription: Converting doctor dictations to text — strong Kerala tradition
- Accounting & Finance BPO: Bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation for global clients
- Digital Marketing Services: SEO, content, social media for global brands
Why Kerala for ITES?
- 100% literacy rate — highest in India
- Strong English proficiency — ideal for global client servicing
- Medical transcription heritage — Kerala pioneered this in India
- Cost: 40–60% lower than Bangalore/Hyderabad
- Technopark, Infopark, Cyberpark — world-class infrastructure
- NRI network: Built-in client pipeline from Gulf, UK, USA
Step 1: Business Registration
- Private Limited Company — recommended for ITES
- LLP — for small ITES partnerships
- GST Registration
- IEC Registration — for service exports
- STPI registration — for export benefits and tax exemptions
Step 2: Infrastructure Setup
- Technopark/Infopark space: ₹25–60/sq ft/month
- Minimum team: 5–10 agents to start
- Equipment: Computers, headsets, CRM software, VoIP
- Internet: Minimum 100 Mbps dedicated leased line
- Data security: ISO 27001 certification for enterprise clients
Tax Benefits
- SEZ units: 100% tax exemption for 5 years
- STPI units: Tax holiday under Section 10A
- GST: Zero-rated for service exports
- Startup India: 3-year tax holiday for DPIIT-recognized companies
Revenue Potential
| ITES Type | Revenue/Agent/Month | Margin |
|---|---|---|
| Voice BPO | USD 800–1,500 | 20–30% |
| KPO/Research | USD 2,000–5,000 | 35–50% |
| Medical Transcription | USD 1,500–3,000 | 30–45% |
| Accounting BPO | USD 1,500–4,000 | 35–50% |
📌 Start Your ITES Company
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⚠️ Disclaimer: Revenue figures are indicative. Tax benefits subject to eligibility. Blueberry is a business services facilitator. IT Act · STPI · ASCI compliant.