Low slab (0-100 units)
₹5.2
per kWh
EV owners (300-500 units)
₹9.8
per kWh — your typical rate
High slab (500+ units)
₹11.2
per kWh
Full-charge cost by battery size in West Bengal
At West Bengal's domestic rate of ₹9.8/kWh.
| Battery | Home (₹9.8/kWh) | DC fast (~₹20/kWh) | Petrol equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 kWh | ₹196 | ₹400 | ₹231 |
| 30 kWh | ₹294 | ₹600 | ₹346 |
| 40 kWh | ₹392 | ₹800 | ₹461 |
| 50 kWh | ₹490 | ₹1,000 | ₹576 |
| 70 kWh | ₹686 | ₹1,400 | ₹807 |
| 100 kWh | ₹980 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,153 |
Per-km running cost for top EVs in West Bengal
Based on West Bengal's ₹9.8/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 West Bengal — FAQs
What is the electricity rate for EV charging in West Bengal?+
The domestic tariff in West Bengal is approximately ₹9.8/kWh (300-500 unit slab, where most EV-owning households land). Lower slab (0-100 units) is ₹5.2/kWh and higher slab (>500 units) is ₹11.2/kWh. After fixed charges and duties, most EV owners in West Bengal report an effective rate of ₹10.6-11.3/kWh.
How much does it cost to fully charge an EV in West Bengal?+
At ₹9.8/kWh, fully charging a 30 kWh battery in West Bengal costs ₹294, and a 50 kWh battery costs ₹490. A popular mid-range EV like the Tata Nexon EV (30 kWh) costs about ₹294 for a full charge at home.
Is public DC fast charging expensive in West Bengal?+
Public DC fast chargers in Kolkata and other West Bengal cities typically charge ₹18-22/kWh — roughly 2-3× home rates. Fully charging a 40 kWh EV on public DC costs ₹720-880 vs ₹392 at home. Use home charging for daily needs; public DC only for long-distance trips.
How does EV running cost in West Bengal compare to petrol?+
Average EV running cost in West Bengal: ₹1.38/km. Petrol running cost (at ₹104.9/L in West Bengal): ₹7.02/km. EVs are approximately 80% cheaper to run here.
Are there any EV subsidies in West Bengal?+
West Bengal does not currently have a dedicated state-level EV subsidy beyond the national FAME-II / PM E-DRIVE schemes. Road tax rebates may still apply — check with your RTO.