Low slab (0-100 units)
₹4.5
per kWh
EV owners (300-500 units)
₹10.7
per kWh — your typical rate
High slab (500+ units)
₹12.9
per kWh
Full-charge cost by battery size in Karnataka
At Karnataka's domestic rate of ₹10.7/kWh.
| Battery | Home (₹10.7/kWh) | DC fast (~₹20/kWh) | Petrol equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 kWh | ₹214 | ₹400 | ₹224 |
| 30 kWh | ₹321 | ₹600 | ₹336 |
| 40 kWh | ₹428 | ₹800 | ₹448 |
| 50 kWh | ₹535 | ₹1,000 | ₹560 |
| 70 kWh | ₹749 | ₹1,400 | ₹784 |
| 100 kWh | ₹1,070 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,120 |
Per-km running cost for top EVs in Karnataka
Based on Karnataka's ₹10.7/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 Karnataka — FAQs
What is the electricity rate for EV charging in Karnataka?+
The domestic tariff in Karnataka is approximately ₹10.7/kWh (300-500 unit slab, where most EV-owning households land). Lower slab (0-100 units) is ₹4.5/kWh and higher slab (>500 units) is ₹12.9/kWh. After fixed charges and duties, most EV owners in Karnataka report an effective rate of ₹11.6-12.3/kWh.
How much does it cost to fully charge an EV in Karnataka?+
At ₹10.7/kWh, fully charging a 30 kWh battery in Karnataka costs ₹321, and a 50 kWh battery costs ₹535. A popular mid-range EV like the Tata Nexon EV (30 kWh) costs about ₹321 for a full charge at home.
Is public DC fast charging expensive in Karnataka?+
Public DC fast chargers in Bangalore and other Karnataka cities typically charge ₹18-22/kWh — roughly 2-3× home rates. Fully charging a 40 kWh EV on public DC costs ₹720-880 vs ₹428 at home. Use home charging for daily needs; public DC only for long-distance trips.
How does EV running cost in Karnataka compare to petrol?+
Average EV running cost in Karnataka: ₹1.50/km. Petrol running cost (at ₹101.9/L in Karnataka): ₹6.82/km. EVs are approximately 78% cheaper to run here.
Are there any EV subsidies in Karnataka?+
Yes — 100% road tax waiver + KSEB ToD incentives. Check our /subsidy/karnataka page for the latest details.