YouTube Shorts RPM Calculator for Indian Creators
Ever wondered how much YouTube Shorts actually pay in India? Use this free calculator to see estimated earnings by topic, monthly views, and viewer retention.
What is YouTube Shorts RPM in India?
YouTube Shorts RPM in India in 2026 is ₹8 to ₹85 per 1,000 views. Most channels earn ₹20–₹45 per 1,000 views, which means 1 million Shorts views pays roughly ₹20,000–₹45,000. Finance & investing is the highest-paying niche (₹55–₹85 per 1K views); comedy and memes pay the least (₹8–₹18). Scroll down for the full niche breakdown and the views-to-money table.
How Much Different Shorts Topics Pay in India
Advertisers pay much higher rates for topics where viewers are looking to spend money (like investing, health, or tech gadgets) compared to general comedy.
| Topic Category | Earnings per 1K Views | Advertiser Spend (CPM) | Why Brands Pay This |
|---|---|---|---|
| Money, Investing & Stock Market | ₹55 – ₹85 | ₹180 – ₹260 | Fintech apps, trading platforms, and banks pay top dollar to reach adult viewers. |
| Health, Diet & Body Facts | ₹35 – ₹60 | ₹120 – ₹190 | Pharma, nutrition brands, and wellness companies advertise heavily here. |
| Tech Gadgets & AI Tools | ₹30 – ₹55 | ₹110 – ₹170 | Smartphone brands, software tools, and electronics companies sponsor these. |
| Education & Learning | ₹28 – ₹50 | ₹100 – ₹160 | Ed-tech platforms and course creators pay premium rates to reach focused learners. |
| Horror, Scary Stories & Real Mysteries | ₹25 – ₹50 | ₹90 – ₹150 | Highest viewer watch time. Viewers stick to the end to find out what happened. |
| Mind Tricks & Psychology | ₹25 – ₹45 | ₹85 – ₹140 | Curiosity hooks get high replay rates and massive comments. |
| Fact & Knowledge Channels | ₹22 – ₹42 | ₹80 – ₹130 | A wide, curious adult audience with strong completion rates on 'did you know' stories. |
| Documentary & Story Channels | ₹20 – ₹40 | ₹75 – ₹125 | Story-style documentaries hold attention like long videos, which advertisers love. |
| Motivation & Life Advice | ₹20 – ₹38 | ₹70 – ₹120 | Broad appeal that attracts lifestyle and educational brand sponsors. |
| News & Current Affairs | ₹18 – ₹38 | ₹65 – ₹115 | High daily demand and repeat viewers, though some brands avoid news placements. |
| History & Space Facts | ₹15 – ₹35 | ₹60 – ₹110 | Evergreen content that keeps bringing in views for years. |
| Animation & Cartoon Stories | ₹12 – ₹28 | ₹45 – ₹90 | Great for family audiences, though kids-safe content has fewer ad categories. |
| Gaming Shorts & Clips | ₹10 – ₹22 | ₹35 – ₹75 | Massive young audience, but gaming advertisers pay less per viewer. |
| General Memes, Comedy & Celebrity | ₹8 – ₹18 | ₹30 – ₹60 | Huge view counts, but advertisers spend less per viewer on casual comedy. |
How Much YouTube Pays for Views in India (2026)
All amounts in Indian rupees (₹). For example, 500k views on YouTube Shorts in India pays ₹4,000 – ₹42,500 in ad revenue, and 1 million views pays ₹8,000 – ₹85,000 depending on your niche.
| Shorts Views | Low (₹8 / 1K) | Average (₹35 / 1K) | High (₹85 / 1K) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1K views | ₹8 | ₹35 | ₹85 |
| 10K views | ₹80 | ₹350 | ₹850 |
| 100K views | ₹800 | ₹3,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 500K views | ₹4,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹42,500 |
| 1M views | ₹8,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 5M views | ₹40,000 | ₹1,75,000 | ₹4,25,000 |
| 10M views | ₹80,000 | ₹3,50,000 | ₹8,50,000 |
| 50M views | ₹4,00,000 | ₹17,50,000 | ₹42,50,000 |
| 100M views | ₹8,00,000 | ₹35,00,000 | ₹85,00,000 |
Based on real 2026 Indian creator payouts: low = comedy/memes, average = mixed channels, high = finance & investing. Long video RPM in India is higher (₹50–₹200+ per 1K views) because of mid-roll ads.
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