2025-11-21
Starting an EV charging station requires an investment ranging from ₹10 lakhs to ₹1 crore or more, depending on the number of charging points, land acquisition, infrastructure, and network integration. Additional costs include maintenance, utilities, and licenses.
How much will it cost to charge an electric car at a charging station?
Cost of charging an electric car at a charging station
The public EV charging cost will change depending on the charging station. Pod Point says that it costs an average of 48p per kWh at a public charging station. This makes it cheaper, usually, to charge your EV at home.
What are the different types of EV charging stations?
There are three main types of chargers: Level 1, Level 2, and “fast charging.” Level 1 charging is most often used at home, Level 2 charging is common among public chargers and for fleets not requiring a fast charge. Many charging networks and charging corridors utilize fast chargers.