Low slab (0-100 units)
₹3.2
per kWh
EV owners (300-500 units)
₹9.5
per kWh — your typical rate
High slab (500+ units)
₹11.8
per kWh
Full-charge cost by battery size in Telangana
At Telangana's domestic rate of ₹9.5/kWh.
| Battery | Home (₹9.5/kWh) | DC fast (~₹20/kWh) | Petrol equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 kWh | ₹190 | ₹400 | ₹236 |
| 30 kWh | ₹285 | ₹600 | ₹354 |
| 40 kWh | ₹380 | ₹800 | ₹472 |
| 50 kWh | ₹475 | ₹1,000 | ₹590 |
| 70 kWh | ₹665 | ₹1,400 | ₹826 |
| 100 kWh | ₹950 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,180 |
Per-km running cost for top EVs in Telangana
Based on Telangana's ₹9.5/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 Telangana — FAQs
What is the electricity rate for EV charging in Telangana?+
The domestic tariff in Telangana is approximately ₹9.5/kWh (300-500 unit slab, where most EV-owning households land). Lower slab (0-100 units) is ₹3.2/kWh and higher slab (>500 units) is ₹11.8/kWh. After fixed charges and duties, most EV owners in Telangana report an effective rate of ₹10.3-10.9/kWh.
How much does it cost to fully charge an EV in Telangana?+
At ₹9.5/kWh, fully charging a 30 kWh battery in Telangana costs ₹285, and a 50 kWh battery costs ₹475. A popular mid-range EV like the Tata Nexon EV (30 kWh) costs about ₹285 for a full charge at home.
Is public DC fast charging expensive in Telangana?+
Public DC fast chargers in Hyderabad and other Telangana cities typically charge ₹18-22/kWh — roughly 2-3× home rates. Fully charging a 40 kWh EV on public DC costs ₹720-880 vs ₹380 at home. Use home charging for daily needs; public DC only for long-distance trips.
How does EV running cost in Telangana compare to petrol?+
Average EV running cost in Telangana: ₹1.33/km. Petrol running cost (at ₹107.4/L in Telangana): ₹7.18/km. EVs are approximately 81% cheaper to run here.
Are there any EV subsidies in Telangana?+
Yes — 100% road tax + registration fee waiver. Check our /subsidy/telangana page for the latest details.