Low slab (0-100 units)
₹4.6
per kWh
EV owners (300-500 units)
₹6.6
per kWh — your typical rate
High slab (500+ units)
₹7.7
per kWh
Full-charge cost by battery size in Meghalaya
At Meghalaya's domestic rate of ₹6.6/kWh.
| Battery | Home (₹6.6/kWh) | DC fast (~₹20/kWh) | Petrol equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 kWh | ₹132 | ₹400 | ₹213 |
| 30 kWh | ₹198 | ₹600 | ₹319 |
| 40 kWh | ₹264 | ₹800 | ₹425 |
| 50 kWh | ₹330 | ₹1,000 | ₹532 |
| 70 kWh | ₹462 | ₹1,400 | ₹745 |
| 100 kWh | ₹660 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,064 |
Per-km running cost for top EVs in Meghalaya
Based on Meghalaya's ₹6.6/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 Meghalaya — FAQs
What is the electricity rate for EV charging in Meghalaya?+
The domestic tariff in Meghalaya is approximately ₹6.6/kWh (300-500 unit slab, where most EV-owning households land). Lower slab (0-100 units) is ₹4.6/kWh and higher slab (>500 units) is ₹7.7/kWh. After fixed charges and duties, most EV owners in Meghalaya report an effective rate of ₹7.1-7.6/kWh.
How much does it cost to fully charge an EV in Meghalaya?+
At ₹6.6/kWh, fully charging a 30 kWh battery in Meghalaya costs ₹198, and a 50 kWh battery costs ₹330. A popular mid-range EV like the Tata Nexon EV (30 kWh) costs about ₹198 for a full charge at home.
Is public DC fast charging expensive in Meghalaya?+
Public DC fast chargers in Shillong and other Meghalaya cities typically charge ₹18-22/kWh — roughly 2-3× home rates. Fully charging a 40 kWh EV on public DC costs ₹720-880 vs ₹264 at home. Use home charging for daily needs; public DC only for long-distance trips.
How does EV running cost in Meghalaya compare to petrol?+
Average EV running cost in Meghalaya: ₹0.93/km. Petrol running cost (at ₹96.8/L in Meghalaya): ₹6.47/km. EVs are approximately 86% cheaper to run here.
Are there any EV subsidies in Meghalaya?+
Yes — Road tax waiver. Check our /subsidy/meghalaya page for the latest details.