Low slab (0-100 units)
₹2.9
per kWh
EV owners (300-500 units)
₹6.5
per kWh — your typical rate
High slab (500+ units)
₹7.5
per kWh
Full-charge cost by battery size in Uttarakhand
At Uttarakhand's domestic rate of ₹6.5/kWh.
| Battery | Home (₹6.5/kWh) | DC fast (~₹20/kWh) | Petrol equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 kWh | ₹130 | ₹400 | ₹207 |
| 30 kWh | ₹195 | ₹600 | ₹310 |
| 40 kWh | ₹260 | ₹800 | ₹413 |
| 50 kWh | ₹325 | ₹1,000 | ₹516 |
| 70 kWh | ₹455 | ₹1,400 | ₹723 |
| 100 kWh | ₹650 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,033 |
Per-km running cost for top EVs in Uttarakhand
Based on Uttarakhand's ₹6.5/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 Uttarakhand — FAQs
What is the electricity rate for EV charging in Uttarakhand?+
The domestic tariff in Uttarakhand is approximately ₹6.5/kWh (300-500 unit slab, where most EV-owning households land). Lower slab (0-100 units) is ₹2.9/kWh and higher slab (>500 units) is ₹7.5/kWh. After fixed charges and duties, most EV owners in Uttarakhand report an effective rate of ₹7.0-7.5/kWh.
How much does it cost to fully charge an EV in Uttarakhand?+
At ₹6.5/kWh, fully charging a 30 kWh battery in Uttarakhand costs ₹195, and a 50 kWh battery costs ₹325. A popular mid-range EV like the Tata Nexon EV (30 kWh) costs about ₹195 for a full charge at home.
Is public DC fast charging expensive in Uttarakhand?+
Public DC fast chargers in Dehradun and other Uttarakhand cities typically charge ₹18-22/kWh — roughly 2-3× home rates. Fully charging a 40 kWh EV on public DC costs ₹720-880 vs ₹260 at home. Use home charging for daily needs; public DC only for long-distance trips.
How does EV running cost in Uttarakhand compare to petrol?+
Average EV running cost in Uttarakhand: ₹0.91/km. Petrol running cost (at ₹94/L in Uttarakhand): ₹6.29/km. EVs are approximately 85% cheaper to run here.
Are there any EV subsidies in Uttarakhand?+
Yes — 100% motor vehicle tax rebate. Check our /subsidy/uttarakhand page for the latest details.