EV TCO by state
EV ownership cost in Punjab
A transparent five-year reference case for a Rs 15 lakh EV driven 15,000 km per year, with 80% home charging and 20% public charging in Punjab.
Net five-year TCO
Rs 12.07L
Net cost per km
Rs 16.09
State road tax
Rs 0
Energy cost
Rs 1.51L
How this estimate is calculated
EV & hybrid 100% exempt (till Dec 2026) · Petrol 10-12% on pre-GST
- Home: 80% at Rs 8/kWh
- Public: 20% at Rs 18/kWh
- Charging loss: 12%
- Effective energy rate: Rs 11.36/usable kWh
FAQ
What is EV TCO in Punjab?
This reference case estimates five-year net EV ownership cost in Punjab at Rs 12.07L (Rs 16.09/km) for a Rs 15 lakh EV driven 15,000 km/year.
How does Punjab road tax affect EV ownership?
EV & hybrid 100% exempt (till Dec 2026) · Petrol 10-12% on pre-GST