Low slab (0-100 units)
₹3.8
per kWh
EV owners (300-500 units)
₹6.8
per kWh — your typical rate
High slab (500+ units)
₹7.9
per kWh
Full-charge cost by battery size in Odisha
At Odisha's domestic rate of ₹6.8/kWh.
| Battery | Home (₹6.8/kWh) | DC fast (~₹20/kWh) | Petrol equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 kWh | ₹136 | ₹400 | ₹227 |
| 30 kWh | ₹204 | ₹600 | ₹340 |
| 40 kWh | ₹272 | ₹800 | ₹453 |
| 50 kWh | ₹340 | ₹1,000 | ₹566 |
| 70 kWh | ₹476 | ₹1,400 | ₹793 |
| 100 kWh | ₹680 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,133 |
Per-km running cost for top EVs in Odisha
Based on Odisha's ₹6.8/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 Odisha — FAQs
What is the electricity rate for EV charging in Odisha?+
The domestic tariff in Odisha is approximately ₹6.8/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 ₹7.9/kWh. After fixed charges and duties, most EV owners in Odisha report an effective rate of ₹7.3-7.8/kWh.
How much does it cost to fully charge an EV in Odisha?+
At ₹6.8/kWh, fully charging a 30 kWh battery in Odisha costs ₹204, and a 50 kWh battery costs ₹340. A popular mid-range EV like the Tata Nexon EV (30 kWh) costs about ₹204 for a full charge at home.
Is public DC fast charging expensive in Odisha?+
Public DC fast chargers in Bhubaneswar and other Odisha cities typically charge ₹18-22/kWh — roughly 2-3× home rates. Fully charging a 40 kWh EV on public DC costs ₹720-880 vs ₹272 at home. Use home charging for daily needs; public DC only for long-distance trips.
How does EV running cost in Odisha compare to petrol?+
Average EV running cost in Odisha: ₹0.96/km. Petrol running cost (at ₹103.1/L in Odisha): ₹6.90/km. EVs are approximately 86% cheaper to run here.
Are there any EV subsidies in Odisha?+
Yes — Up to ₹1 lakh subsidy. Check our /subsidy/odisha page for the latest details.