How to Install an EV Charger at Home in India (2026)
Home charging is what makes an EV cheap and convenient. Here's exactly how to set it up in an Indian home or apartment.
What you need
Most EVs come with a portable charger that plugs into a 15A socket (like an AC/geyser point) and fully charges overnight. For faster, tidier charging, install a wall-mounted AC charger (3.3–7.4 kW) — this is the recommended setup.
Typical cost
| Item | Approx cost |
|---|---|
| Portable 15A charger | Usually included with the car |
| Wall-box AC charger (7.4 kW) | ₹20,000–45,000 incl. install |
| Dedicated wiring / meter point | ₹5,000–15,000 |
Living in an apartment?
Increasingly doable. Many state EV policies and RERA guidance now push societies to allow a dedicated metered charging point in your parking slot. Get written society approval, and ask for a separate meter so your charging is billed to you. If the society resists, a portable charger on a nearby 15A socket still works as a backup.
Frequently asked questions
A wall-mounted 7.4 kW AC charger typically costs ₹20,000–45,000 including installation. The portable 15A charger that comes with the car costs nothing extra.
Yes — most societies now permit a dedicated metered point in your slot, backed by state EV policies. Get written approval and a separate meter; a portable charger works as a backup.
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