A private cabin in Bangalore is often the next step when a small team outgrows the home office or the café table: your own door, furniture and internet ready on day one, and no long office lease. The listings all look similar online, so the differences only show up after you move in. Use this 10 point checklist on every visit, for teams of 2 to 9 people.
Is a private cabin right for your team?
A private cabin suits a team that works together most days and needs privacy for calls and client data. If you only need a desk now and then, a day pass is cheaper. If you only need an address for GST or company registration, a virtual office costs far less; our virtual office cost calculator shows the difference.
Private cabin cost in Bangalore with GST
Most cabins are priced per seat per month, plus 18% GST. Multiply the seat price by your headcount, then add GST. At Mehta Biz Space a seat is ₹8,000 a month plus GST, so the monthly cost works out like this:
| Team size | Rent per month | GST at 18% | Total per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 seats | ₹16,000 | ₹2,880 | ₹18,880 |
| 4 seats | ₹32,000 | ₹5,760 | ₹37,760 |
| 6 seats | ₹48,000 | ₹8,640 | ₹56,640 |
| 9 seats | ₹72,000 | ₹12,960 | ₹84,960 |
If your business is registered for GST, the GST on the rent may be claimable as input tax credit under the CGST Act. Ask your chartered accountant.
The 10 point checklist
1. Work out the real monthly cost, with GST
Ask for the per seat price and confirm whether GST is included or extra. Use the table above as a template for your own quotes so you compare totals, not headline prices.
2. Plan for the team you will have in 6 months
Moving cabins mid year is disruptive. Ask which cabin sizes exist in the building and whether you can move to a bigger one later. A 2 seat cabin today and a 6 seat cabin next year should ideally be on the same floor.
3. Ask how long the power backup lasts
Power cuts on weekday mornings are one of the most common complaints from people working from home in Bengaluru. Ask whether the whole floor, including internet and air conditioning, stays on during a cut, and for how long.
4. Test the internet during your visit
Run a speed test from inside the cabin you would get, not from the reception. Ask whether there is a backup connection if the main line goes down.
5. Check where you will meet clients
A private cabin is for your team. For client meetings you will want a meeting room or a conference room. Ask whether they are included or charged by the hour, and how far ahead you need to book.
6. Look at the commute for everyone, not just you
Map the trip for each team member. Central locations near the Majestic metro interchange, KSR railway station and the Kempegowda bus station are easier for a team spread across the city. Check routes on the Namma Metro (BMRCL) website. See the measured walking distances on our coworking near Majestic page.
7. Read the notice period and lock in
Ask how much notice you must give to leave or to reduce seats, whether there is a minimum term, and what the security deposit is. Get it in writing before you pay.
8. Confirm what is included
Tea, coffee, printing, cleaning, reception and mail handling are often included, but not always. Ask for the list so there are no surprise charges at the end of the month.
9. Ask about hours and access
Check the opening hours, whether you can work late or on weekends, and how access works for each team member.
10. Visit at the time you would actually work
A space looks different at 11 am on a Tuesday than on a quiet Saturday. Visit on a working day to see the noise, the lifts, the parking and the washrooms as they really are.
Private cabins at Mehta Biz Space
We have glass fronted private cabins for 2 to 9 people at Brigade Plaza, Gandhi Nagar, about 750 m from Majestic Metro. They come furnished, with high speed internet, power backup, tea, coffee and printing, and reception support. The price is ₹8,000 plus 18% GST per seat per month. Book a visit and check every point on this list in person, or see the photo gallery first.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private cabin cost at Mehta Biz Space?
₹8,000 plus 18% GST per seat per month. A 4 seat cabin is ₹32,000 plus ₹5,760 GST, which is ₹37,760 a month.
How many people fit in a private cabin?
Our cabins range from 2 to 9 seats, so you can pick one that fits your team now and move up as you grow, subject to availability.
Is GST charged on private cabin rent?
Yes, coworking rent is charged with 18% GST. If your business is registered for GST, the GST may be claimable as input tax credit; check with your chartered accountant.
What is included with a private cabin?
At Mehta Biz Space: furnished seating, high speed internet, power backup, tea, coffee, printing and reception support. Elsewhere, ask for the full list before you sign.
Where can I meet clients if I rent a cabin?
Book the meeting room or one of the two conference rooms, which seat 22 and 14 people, by the hour.
Should I choose a private cabin or a day pass?
A cabin suits a team that works together most days. If you need a desk only now and then, a day pass at ₹600 plus GST a day costs less.