How Much Does Building Maintenance AMC Cost in Delhi in 2026?

Building maintenance AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) cost in Delhi in 2026 ranges from ₹5 to ₹15 per sqft per month, depending on building size, age, type of equipment installed, and the scope of services included. For a typical residential society of 50,000 sqft built-up area, this translates to ₹2.5 lakhs to ₹7.5 lakhs per month. While this may seem significant, the data consistently shows that buildings with professional AMCs spend 30-40% less on maintenance over a 10-year period compared to buildings relying on ad-hoc repairs.

The variation in AMC cost depends on several clear factors. Building age is the primary driver — a new building (less than 5 years old) requires less intensive maintenance and qualifies for the lower end of the range (₹5-8/sqft/month). Buildings aged 10-20 years need more frequent interventions and fall in the ₹8-12/sqft range. Older buildings with original plumbing, ageing lifts, and deteriorating waterproofing require comprehensive AMCs at ₹12-15/sqft/month. The economics still favour the AMC because reactive repairs on older buildings are disproportionately expensive.

A standard building maintenance AMC in Delhi covers the following service categories: civil maintenance (crack repair, plaster patching, waterproofing touch-ups, tile replacement, painting of common areas), plumbing (pipeline inspection and repair, pump maintenance, STP and WTP servicing, tank cleaning, leak detection and fixing), electrical (panel maintenance, wiring checks, DG set servicing, transformer oil testing, common area lighting), elevators (monthly servicing, safety inspections, part replacement), fire safety (extinguisher inspection and refilling, hydrant testing, alarm system checks, emergency light testing), and housekeeping (daily common area cleaning, periodic deep cleaning, garden and landscape maintenance).

Premium AMC packages also include HVAC maintenance (for centrally air-conditioned buildings), CCTV and security system maintenance, access control system servicing, swimming pool maintenance, and gym equipment servicing. Buildings with these additional amenities naturally require higher AMC budgets but also see greater benefit from professional maintenance, as HVAC and pool systems are particularly prone to costly breakdowns without regular servicing.

The ROI analysis for a building maintenance AMC is compelling. Consider a 10-year-old building of 80,000 sqft with four lifts, DG backup, STP, and fire safety systems. Without an AMC, our data from similar Delhi buildings shows annual reactive maintenance spending of ₹18-25 lakhs, with significant year-to-year variation and occasional large capital expenses (like a lift overhaul at ₹8-12 lakhs or complete waterproofing at ₹15-20 lakhs). With an AMC at ₹10/sqft/month (₹96 lakhs/year), the total 10-year spend is more predictable, equipment lifespan is extended by 3-5 years on average, and emergency breakdowns drop by over 70%. The net saving over 10 years is typically 30-40%.

Response time is a critical differentiator between AMC providers. Nirman Ved's AMC guarantees a 30-minute response time for emergencies (lift breakdown, major water leak, electrical failure, fire alarm activation) and a 4-hour response for routine complaints. We maintain a dedicated on-site team for buildings above 50,000 sqft, with team size scaled to building complexity. For smaller buildings, we operate on a hub-and-spoke model with technicians covering a cluster of nearby properties.

Monthly reporting and transparency are essential components of a good AMC. Nirman Ved provides a detailed monthly maintenance report to every RWA or building management committee, covering: work orders raised and completed, preventive maintenance schedule compliance, equipment health status with photographs, material and spare parts consumed, pending issues and their projected resolution timeline, and a summary of costs incurred against the AMC budget. This level of transparency ensures that building owners know exactly what they are paying for.

Comparing AMC costs with ad-hoc repair costs reveals the hidden expenses of the reactive approach. When you call a plumber, electrician, or lift technician on an emergency basis, you pay 2-3 times the regular rate for the same work. Emergency repairs often involve temporary fixes that need to be redone properly later, doubling the cost. Undetected problems worsen over time — a small terrace crack that could be sealed for ₹5,000 during a routine inspection becomes a major waterproofing failure costing ₹2-3 lakhs if ignored for two monsoon seasons. The AMC prevents these cost escalations through systematic preventive maintenance.

Seasonal maintenance is particularly important in Delhi, and a good AMC includes a seasonal calendar. Before summer (March-April): AC and cooling system servicing, DG load testing, water pump overhaul, terrace waterproofing check. Before monsoon (June): drain cleaning, waterproofing reinforcement, roof inspection, sump pump testing, lightning arrester check. Before winter (October-November): geyser and hot water system check, gas pipeline inspection, insulation assessment. Each seasonal cycle prevents the specific type of failure that Delhi's extreme climate causes.

The selection criteria for an AMC provider should include: experience with buildings of similar size and complexity, availability of a dedicated on-site team (not just on-call technicians), defined SLAs with penalty clauses for non-compliance, comprehensive insurance coverage (public liability, workmen compensation, third-party damage), use of OEM-approved spare parts, transparent billing with no hidden charges, and a proven track record with references from existing clients.

For RWAs and building management committees negotiating an AMC, Nirman Ved recommends a three-year contract term instead of annual renewal. A longer term allows the AMC provider to invest in understanding the building's systems thoroughly, plan capital replacements proactively, and offer better rates due to the assured business. The contract should include annual rate escalation caps (typically 5-7% per year) and clear exit clauses with a 90-day notice period.

Nirman Ved currently manages AMCs for over 150 residential and commercial buildings across Delhi NCR, with a client retention rate above 92%. Our in-house team of 200+ maintenance professionals covers civil, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical disciplines. We invite RWAs and building management committees to schedule a free building audit — this assessment identifies current maintenance gaps and provides a customised AMC proposal tailored to the building's specific needs and budget.