Low slab (0-100 units)
₹3
per kWh
EV owners (300-500 units)
₹8
per kWh — your typical rate
High slab (500+ units)
₹9
per kWh
Full-charge cost by battery size in Delhi
At Delhi's domestic rate of ₹8/kWh.
| Battery | Home (₹8/kWh) | DC fast (~₹20/kWh) | Petrol equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 kWh | ₹160 | ₹400 | ₹213 |
| 30 kWh | ₹240 | ₹600 | ₹319 |
| 40 kWh | ₹320 | ₹800 | ₹425 |
| 50 kWh | ₹400 | ₹1,000 | ₹531 |
| 70 kWh | ₹560 | ₹1,400 | ₹744 |
| 100 kWh | ₹800 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,063 |
Per-km running cost for top EVs in Delhi
Based on Delhi's ₹8/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 Delhi — FAQs
What is the electricity rate for EV charging in Delhi?+
The domestic tariff in Delhi is approximately ₹8/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 ₹9/kWh. After fixed charges and duties, most EV owners in Delhi report an effective rate of ₹8.6-9.2/kWh.
How much does it cost to fully charge an EV in Delhi?+
At ₹8/kWh, fully charging a 30 kWh battery in Delhi costs ₹240, and a 50 kWh battery costs ₹400. A popular mid-range EV like the Tata Nexon EV (30 kWh) costs about ₹240 for a full charge at home.
Is public DC fast charging expensive in Delhi?+
Public DC fast chargers in Delhi and other Delhi cities typically charge ₹18-22/kWh — roughly 2-3× home rates. Fully charging a 40 kWh EV on public DC costs ₹720-880 vs ₹320 at home. Use home charging for daily needs; public DC only for long-distance trips.
How does EV running cost in Delhi compare to petrol?+
Average EV running cost in Delhi: ₹1.12/km. Petrol running cost (at ₹96.7/L in Delhi): ₹6.47/km. EVs are approximately 83% cheaper to run here.
Are there any EV subsidies in Delhi?+
Yes — ₹1.5 lakh + scrapping incentive + road tax waiver. Check our /subsidy/delhi page for the latest details.