Low slab (0-100 units)
₹3.8
per kWh
EV owners (300-500 units)
₹6.3
per kWh — your typical rate
High slab (500+ units)
₹7.2
per kWh
Full-charge cost by battery size in Jharkhand
At Jharkhand's domestic rate of ₹6.3/kWh.
| Battery | Home (₹6.3/kWh) | DC fast (~₹20/kWh) | Petrol equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 kWh | ₹126 | ₹400 | ₹215 |
| 30 kWh | ₹189 | ₹600 | ₹323 |
| 40 kWh | ₹252 | ₹800 | ₹431 |
| 50 kWh | ₹315 | ₹1,000 | ₹538 |
| 70 kWh | ₹441 | ₹1,400 | ₹754 |
| 100 kWh | ₹630 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,077 |
Per-km running cost for top EVs in Jharkhand
Based on Jharkhand's ₹6.3/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 Jharkhand — FAQs
What is the electricity rate for EV charging in Jharkhand?+
The domestic tariff in Jharkhand is approximately ₹6.3/kWh (300-500 unit slab, where most EV-owning households land). Lower slab (0-100 units) is ₹3.8/kWh and higher slab (>500 units) is ₹7.2/kWh. After fixed charges and duties, most EV owners in Jharkhand report an effective rate of ₹6.8-7.2/kWh.
How much does it cost to fully charge an EV in Jharkhand?+
At ₹6.3/kWh, fully charging a 30 kWh battery in Jharkhand costs ₹189, and a 50 kWh battery costs ₹315. A popular mid-range EV like the Tata Nexon EV (30 kWh) costs about ₹189 for a full charge at home.
Is public DC fast charging expensive in Jharkhand?+
Public DC fast chargers in Ranchi and other Jharkhand cities typically charge ₹18-22/kWh — roughly 2-3× home rates. Fully charging a 40 kWh EV on public DC costs ₹720-880 vs ₹252 at home. Use home charging for daily needs; public DC only for long-distance trips.
How does EV running cost in Jharkhand compare to petrol?+
Average EV running cost in Jharkhand: ₹0.88/km. Petrol running cost (at ₹98/L in Jharkhand): ₹6.55/km. EVs are approximately 86% cheaper to run here.
Are there any EV subsidies in Jharkhand?+
Yes — Road tax waiver + incentive. Check our /subsidy/jharkhand page for the latest details.