How much does the security company charge per guard

Monthly rates per guard

For a standard single guard post (8–12 hours/day, 26–30 days/month):

• Basic unarmed guard: roughly ₹15,000–₹27,000 per month (varies by state and minimum wage rules).securon+1
• Trained / corporate-site guard: commonly ₹20,000–₹35,000 per month in metros like Bangalore, Delhi, etc.
• Armed PSO / bodyguard-type roles: can range from ₹30,000–₹50,000+ per month, especially with ex‑servicemen, driving skills, or high-risk profiles.

Example: 24/7 coverage cost

For continuous 24/7 coverage, companies usually deploy multiple guards in shifts (e.g., 3 guards for one 24‑hour post). A rough India-style estimate:

• Unarmed 24/7 post: often ₹45,000–₹90,000+ per month per post, depending on city and service level.securon+2
• Armed 24/7 post: significantly higher, frequently ₹70,000–₹1,20,000+ per month per post.

Agency Service Charges

Security agencies charge a fee beyond basic wages and compliance. This service charge typically ranges from six to ten percent of the total cost. It covers recruitment, mandatory training, and site management. Agencies also provide uniform and communication equipment for the guards.

What affects the per-guard charge?

Key factors that change the rate:

• Location: metros and high-cost cities charge more than smaller towns.
• Guard profile: unarmed vs armed, ex‑police/ex‑army, special training, language skills.denetimservices+1
• Shift length & coverage: 8h vs 12h shifts, day vs night, 6-day vs 7-day coverage.scribd+1
• Site risk & responsibilities: cash handling, high-value assets, crowd control, access control, CCTV monitoring.reliablesecuritystaffing+1
• Contract length & number of guards: longer contracts and larger deployments often get discounted per-guard rates.

How to estimate your cost

The minimum cost varies by state. A simple way to estimate:

1. Decide hours per day and days per month per post.
2. Pick an hourly rate (e.g., ₹200/hour for unarmed in a mid-size city).
3. Multiply:
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Example:
₹200/hour × 12 hours × 26 days ≈ ₹62,400 per month for that post (before GST and any extras).scribd+1

If you tell me your city, shift pattern (8h/12h, days/24x7), and whether you need armed or unarmed guards, I can give a tighter per-guard cost range tailored to your setup.