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Best Cities in India to Live In 2026
1 city ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
❓ Living in India — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in India?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Bangalore ranks #1 in India with a score of 71/100, and city-centre rent from around $361/month.
What is the safest city in India?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Bangalore is the safest city in India in our database, with a rate of 1.5 per 100,000 people.
How do I get long-term residency or a visa to live in India?▾
India offers the India Employment Visa (moderate process). Duration: Up to 5 years. Key requirement: Job offer from Indian company with salary ≥ $25,000/yr. Company must sponsor. Relatively straightforward for skilled workers.. The process is moderate difficulty. Check individual city pages for full details.