Gurugram guide

For families moving to India from abroad2026 edition

GurugramIndia's Corporate Capital

Gurugram for a family moving from abroad: gated societies in the DLF phases, the international schools, and a ten to fifteen minute trip to Cyber City.

Moving from another Indian city? Read the guide for moves within India

Skywalk near Belvedere Towers, DLF Phase 2, Gurugram
Skywalk near Belvedere Towers, DLF Phase 2, GurugramPhoto: Sahil Dhiman, CC BY-SA 4.0

What families ask first

Rent a month ₹85k to 1.75L 3BHK in a gated society, DLF Phase 2 and 3 Housing School fees a year about ₹22L to 38L American Embassy School, set in US dollars ($22,820 to 39,490) Schools A typical commute 10 to 15 min DLF Phase 2 → Cyber City, Drive or Rapid Metro Neighbourhoods Security deposit 3 months Three months' rent is standard Housing

Indicative figures from this guide. 1 lakh (L) is ₹100,000. Your IKAN consultant confirms the exact numbers before you act on them.

In this guide

7 short chapters

Read them in order, or go straight to the one you need.

  1. 01The cityCity Overview, Culture & Heritage, Climate7 min read
  2. 02ArrivingVisas & Arrival, Settling In, Flights & Connections9 min read
  3. 03Where to liveNeighbourhoods, Housing Market, The IKAN Method9 min read
  4. 04Schools and healthInternational Schools, Healthcare4 min read
  5. 05Getting aroundTransport & Metro, Apps & Digital Life5 min read
  6. 06Everyday lifeDining, Nightlife & Weekends, Local Language Guide, Weekend Escapes8 min read
  7. 07Before you goAt a glance, Watch Out, Common Questions, IKAN India Essentials6 min read

Where families live

3 neighbourhoods

Rents and commutes are this guide's own figures.

  1. DLF Phase 2 & 3Well-Connected Upscale Living ₹85k to 1.75L a month10 to 15 min to Cyber City
  2. DLF Phase 4/5 Golf Course RoadUltra-Luxury Address ₹1.6L to 2.75L a month
  3. Golf Course Extension RoadBalanced Value & Space ₹1L to 2.5L a month20 to 35 min to Cyber City

Open Where to live

Gurugram in pictures

The city in twelve frames

Ambience Mall
Ambience MallPhoto: Manjeet SIngh, CC BY-SA 4.0
Pataudi Palace heritage resort near Manesar
Pataudi Palace heritage resort near ManesarPhoto: Ajay Goyal, CC BY 2.0Everyday life
Jaipur Amber Fort
Jaipur Amber FortPhoto: FLASHPACKER TRAVELGUIDE, CC BY-SA 2.0Everyday life
A nilgai in the woods at Sultanpur National Park
A nilgai in the woods at Sultanpur National ParkPhoto: Slyronit, CC BY-SA 4.0
Morning yoga on the lawn at MatriKiran School, Gurugram
Morning yoga on the lawn at MatriKiran School, GurugramPhoto: Nidhiktaparia, CC BY-SA 4.0
Neemrana
NeemranaPhoto: Dan Lundberg, CC BY-SA 2.0Everyday life
A pathway under the trees at Sultanpur National Park
A pathway under the trees at Sultanpur National ParkPhoto: Slyronit, CC BY-SA 4.0
Taj Mahal
Taj MahalPhoto: www.viajar24h.com, CC BY 2.0Everyday life
Sikanderpur metro station at the edge of DLF Phase 1, Gurugram
Sikanderpur metro station at the edge of DLF Phase 1, GurugramPhoto: Pradipta.S, CC BY 4.0
DLF Cyber Hub, Gurugram
DLF Cyber Hub, GurugramPhoto: Slyronit, CC BY-SA 4.0
Shimla
ShimlaPhoto: Rigourfigure, CC BY-SA 4.0Everyday life
Cyber City Gurgaon night
Cyber City Gurgaon nightPhoto: Ali Rizvi, CC BY-SA 3.0

The weather, drawn

A year in Gurugram

Each month as this guide describes it. Read the seasons in full

  1. 7 to 20°JanCold + Polluted
  2. 10 to 24°FebCool
  3. 14 to 30°MarIdeal
  4. 20 to 37°AprHot
  5. 25 to 41°MayHot
  6. 27 to 39°JunVery Hot
  7. 27 to 36°JulMonsoon
  8. 26 to 34°AugMonsoon
  9. 24 to 34°SepHumid
  10. 18 to 32°OctIdeal then Polluted
  11. 12 to 28°NovCool + Polluted
  12. 8 to 23°DecCold + Polluted
ColdBest monthsHotMonsoonWarmBest months in Gurugram: Mar, Oct

What a month costs

Add up a month

A 3BHK Gated Apartment, plus monthly groceries (family), from this guide's own figures.

₹1L to 2L a month

Pick your own home and school

IKAN in Gurugram

We handle your international move to Gurugram, step by step.
That means the home, the society and the schools.

From the glass towers of Cyber City to the right tower in the right society, the details decide how home feels. That means the school run, meeting your RWA (residents' association) and the first quiet evening at Leisure Valley Park. IKAN's people are already here. We handle every step of your international move, so you arrive ready to live here.

Already moving with IKAN?

Your homes, dates and papers are in i-Navigate, IKAN's app for families. It opens with the email address your IKAN consultant has for you, then sends you a six digit code.

Open your move Not moving with IKAN yet? Write to relo@ikan.com and a consultant will reply.

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