Low slab (0-100 units)
₹3.5
per kWh
EV owners (300-500 units)
₹7.3
per kWh — your typical rate
High slab (500+ units)
₹8.9
per kWh
Full-charge cost by battery size in Gujarat
At Gujarat's domestic rate of ₹7.3/kWh.
| Battery | Home (₹7.3/kWh) | DC fast (~₹20/kWh) | Petrol equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 kWh | ₹146 | ₹400 | ₹211 |
| 30 kWh | ₹219 | ₹600 | ₹316 |
| 40 kWh | ₹292 | ₹800 | ₹422 |
| 50 kWh | ₹365 | ₹1,000 | ₹527 |
| 70 kWh | ₹511 | ₹1,400 | ₹738 |
| 100 kWh | ₹730 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,054 |
Per-km running cost for top EVs in Gujarat
Based on Gujarat's ₹7.3/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 Gujarat — FAQs
What is the electricity rate for EV charging in Gujarat?+
The domestic tariff in Gujarat is approximately ₹7.3/kWh (300-500 unit slab, where most EV-owning households land). Lower slab (0-100 units) is ₹3.5/kWh and higher slab (>500 units) is ₹8.9/kWh. After fixed charges and duties, most EV owners in Gujarat report an effective rate of ₹7.9-8.4/kWh.
How much does it cost to fully charge an EV in Gujarat?+
At ₹7.3/kWh, fully charging a 30 kWh battery in Gujarat costs ₹219, and a 50 kWh battery costs ₹365. A popular mid-range EV like the Tata Nexon EV (30 kWh) costs about ₹219 for a full charge at home.
Is public DC fast charging expensive in Gujarat?+
Public DC fast chargers in Ahmedabad and other Gujarat cities typically charge ₹18-22/kWh — roughly 2-3× home rates. Fully charging a 40 kWh EV on public DC costs ₹720-880 vs ₹292 at home. Use home charging for daily needs; public DC only for long-distance trips.
How does EV running cost in Gujarat compare to petrol?+
Average EV running cost in Gujarat: ₹1.03/km. Petrol running cost (at ₹95.9/L in Gujarat): ₹6.41/km. EVs are approximately 84% cheaper to run here.
Are there any EV subsidies in Gujarat?+
Yes — Up to ₹1.5 lakh subsidy + road tax waiver. Check our /subsidy/gujarat page for the latest details.