Low slab (0-100 units)
₹3
per kWh
EV owners (300-500 units)
₹9.6
per kWh — your typical rate
High slab (500+ units)
₹11.5
per kWh
Full-charge cost by battery size in Andhra Pradesh
At Andhra Pradesh's domestic rate of ₹9.6/kWh.
| Battery | Home (₹9.6/kWh) | DC fast (~₹20/kWh) | Petrol equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 kWh | ₹192 | ₹400 | ₹241 |
| 30 kWh | ₹288 | ₹600 | ₹361 |
| 40 kWh | ₹384 | ₹800 | ₹482 |
| 50 kWh | ₹480 | ₹1,000 | ₹602 |
| 70 kWh | ₹672 | ₹1,400 | ₹843 |
| 100 kWh | ₹960 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,204 |
Per-km running cost for top EVs in Andhra Pradesh
Based on Andhra Pradesh's ₹9.6/kWh rate — home charging assumed.
Porsche Porsche Cayenne Electric
From ₹0
Mahindra Mahindra Vision S
From ₹0
Volkswagen Volkswagen ID.4
From ₹0
VinFast VinFast Wild
From ₹0
VinFast VinFast VF9
From ₹0
VinFast VinFast VF8
From ₹0
VinFast VinFast VF5
From ₹0
VinFast VinFast VF3
From ₹0
VinFast VinFast VF e34
From ₹0
VinFast VinFast Limo Green
From ₹0
EV charging cost in Andhra Pradesh — FAQs
What is the electricity rate for EV charging in Andhra Pradesh?+
The domestic tariff in Andhra Pradesh is approximately ₹9.6/kWh (300-500 unit slab, where most EV-owning households land). Lower slab (0-100 units) is ₹3/kWh and higher slab (>500 units) is ₹11.5/kWh. After fixed charges and duties, most EV owners in Andhra Pradesh report an effective rate of ₹10.4-11.0/kWh.
How much does it cost to fully charge an EV in Andhra Pradesh?+
At ₹9.6/kWh, fully charging a 30 kWh battery in Andhra Pradesh costs ₹288, and a 50 kWh battery costs ₹480. A popular mid-range EV like the Tata Nexon EV (30 kWh) costs about ₹288 for a full charge at home.
Is public DC fast charging expensive in Andhra Pradesh?+
Public DC fast chargers in Visakhapatnam and other Andhra Pradesh cities typically charge ₹18-22/kWh — roughly 2-3× home rates. Fully charging a 40 kWh EV on public DC costs ₹720-880 vs ₹384 at home. Use home charging for daily needs; public DC only for long-distance trips.
How does EV running cost in Andhra Pradesh compare to petrol?+
Average EV running cost in Andhra Pradesh: ₹1.35/km. Petrol running cost (at ₹109.6/L in Andhra Pradesh): ₹7.33/km. EVs are approximately 82% cheaper to run here.
Are there any EV subsidies in Andhra Pradesh?+
Yes — Road tax + fee waiver. Check our /subsidy/andhra-pradesh page for the latest details.