Whether you are fitting a charger at home or setting up a commercial point, EV charger installation comes down to three things: the charger itself, the electrical work to power it safely, and any approvals for the load. This guide breaks down what each costs, the step-by-step process and the electrical requirements. If you are planning a commercial site, start with our full guide to starting an EV charging station business in India.
EV charger installation cost (2026)
Installation cost is driven by the charger type and how much electrical work is needed. Indicative 2026 figures:
| Setup | Charger | Installation |
|---|---|---|
| Home AC (3.3–7.4 kW) | ₹20,000 – ₹60,000 | ₹3,000 – ₹15,000 |
| Commercial AC (7.4–22 kW) | ₹35,000 – ₹1.5 lakh | ₹15,000 – ₹50,000+ |
| DC fast charger (30–60 kW) | ₹8 – 15 lakh | ₹2 – 6 lakh (transformer, cabling, civil) |
Many carmakers include a home AC charger and a basic installation with the vehicle. The bigger the power rating, the more the electrical infrastructure — cabling, a dedicated circuit, and sometimes a transformer — drives the total. For a full commercial capex picture, see the EV charging station setup cost breakdown.
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Chat on WhatsAppThe installation process, step by step
- Site survey — an electrician checks the distance from your meter, cable route, earthing and available load.
- Load sanction — if your existing connection cannot support the charger, you apply to the DISCOM to sanction or upgrade the load (single-phase for small chargers, three-phase for bigger ones).
- Wiring & safety — a dedicated circuit is run with the right cable gauge, an MCB/RCCB and proper earthing.
- Mounting — the charger is wall- or pedestal-mounted at a safe, weather-protected spot.
- Testing — insulation, earthing and a live charging test confirm it is safe.
- Commissioning — the charger is configured, connected to the maker's app and handed over.
Electrical requirements
A basic home charger (3–7 kW) runs off a dedicated 15A/16A point on your existing single-phase connection. A faster wallbox (up to 22 kW) or a small commercial setup usually needs a three-phase connection. DC fast charging needs a dedicated transformer and a sanctioned commercial load. Always confirm the load and connection charges with your DISCOM, and only use a licensed electrician — see also AC vs DC chargers to pick the right hardware.
Home vs commercial installation
A home installation is simple: a licensed electrician, a dedicated circuit and — in a housing society — RWA permission for shared parking. A commercial installation is a bigger project: a DISCOM commercial connection, electrical-inspector (CEIG) clearance for higher loads, fire compliance for larger sites, and a payment/management system. If you are setting up commercially, our franchise & dealership guide and the full setup guide walk through the rest.
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