# What are electrician fitting charges in India? > Electrician fitting charges in India (2026): ₹150–₹450 per point for switch/socket/light fitting, ₹250–₹500 visit fee, ₹800–₹2,500 per full day labour. Metros charge 20–30% more; wire and fittings are billed separately. **Source:** [https://solve24.in/answers/electrician-fitting-charges-in-india](https://solve24.in/answers/electrician-fitting-charges-in-india) **Updated:** 2026-09-19 **Trade:** Electrician ## Answer Electrician fitting charges in India are usually quoted three ways in 2026 — per point (a switch, socket, or light fixture install), per visit (minimum call-out fee that covers up to 30–45 minutes of work), and per day (full 8-hour labour). Per point is the most common quote for new construction or renovation; per visit dominates for minor repairs; per day is used when you have 6+ points or a full-room rewire. The per-point rate typically ranges ₹150–₹450 depending on complexity. A basic switch replacement or new socket point is ₹150–₹250. A ceiling light with fan-regulator connection is ₹250–₹400. A modular switchboard with 6+ modules or a decorative chandelier install is ₹400–₹700. Numbers assume the wiring is already in place — pulling new wire adds ₹40–₹80 per running metre. Metros — Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore — run 20–30% above the base rates. A ₹200 point in Bhopal or Patna is ₹260–₹300 in Bangalore. Emergency work (post-8pm, Sundays, holidays) adds another 30–50%. Verified independent electricians on Solve24 charge the base rate; commission-based aggregator apps add 15–30% platform markup on top of what actually reaches the worker. Wire, fittings, MCBs, and switches are billed separately at print price. Ask for an itemised quote that separates labour from material — this is the single biggest reason for post-job disputes. A ₹300 point should not become a ₹950 bill without a written material list. If a mid-size flat is being rewired (6BHK or larger), a lump-sum contract makes more sense than per-point pricing — you save 15–20% and dodge scope creep. Verify credentials before hiring. A licensed electrician in India is either ITI-certified or has a state licensing board wireman certificate (Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Delhi have different boards). Ask to see the card. Warranty on labour is 30–90 days for standard work — get this in writing before payment. Pay per milestone (25% start, 50% mid-way, 25% completion) for multi-day jobs; never pay 100% upfront. ## Data **Electrician fitting charges by job type, India (2026)** | Job | Per-point (₹) | Time | Includes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Switch / socket replacement | 150–250 | 15–20 min | Labour only | | New switchboard (6 module) | 400–700 | 45–60 min | Labour + basic mounting | | Ceiling light with fan regulator | 250–400 | 30–40 min | Labour, fixture separate | | Chandelier / decorative light | 500–1,200 | 60–90 min | Labour, mounting hooks extra | | MCB / RCB replacement in DB | 300–500 | 30 min | Labour, MCB separate | | Full room rewire (1 BHK) | 4,500–9,000 | 1–2 days | Labour, wire billed by metre | | Emergency call-out (post-8pm) | 500–800 base | — | Visit fee, work billed extra | **Electrician charges by city, India (2026)** | City | Per point (₹) | Per day (₹) | Visit fee (₹) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Mumbai | ₹234–₹494 | ₹1,170–₹2,860 | ₹325–₹650 | | Delhi | ₹225–₹475 | ₹1,125–₹2,750 | ₹313–₹625 | | Bangalore | ₹234–₹494 | ₹1,170–₹2,860 | ₹325–₹650 | | Hyderabad | ₹207–₹437 | ₹1,035–₹2,530 | ₹288–₹575 | | Chennai | ₹207–₹437 | ₹1,035–₹2,530 | ₹288–₹575 | | Pune | ₹216–₹456 | ₹1,080–₹2,640 | ₹300–₹600 | | Kolkata | ₹180–₹380 | ₹900–₹2,200 | ₹250–₹500 | | Ahmedabad | ₹189–₹399 | ₹945–₹2,310 | ₹263–₹525 | | Jaipur | ₹171–₹361 | ₹855–₹2,090 | ₹238–₹475 | | Lucknow | ₹162–₹342 | ₹810–₹1,980 | ₹225–₹450 | | Chandigarh | ₹189–₹399 | ₹945–₹2,310 | ₹263–₹525 | | Indore | ₹162–₹342 | ₹810–₹1,980 | ₹225–₹450 | ## Frequently asked ### Do electricians charge for a visit even if no work happens? Yes — the standard visit / call-out fee is ₹250–₹500 in most cities and covers travel plus a diagnostic. If work is done, the visit fee is either adjusted against the job total or waived. Always ask upfront which policy applies. ### Is per-point cheaper than per-day? Per-point wins when you have ≤ 5 discrete jobs (a socket, a fan, a switchboard). Per-day is cheaper once you cross ~6 points or need any wire-pulling in the same day — an 8-hour day at ₹1,500 covers 8–10 basic points, while paying per-point for the same would be ₹2,000+. ### Who pays for wire, switches, and MCBs? The customer, at print price. Reputed electricians provide an itemised material list before starting; you buy from a hardware shop or ask them to procure with a 5–10% handling fee. Never let the whole bill be a single lump sum with no breakdown — that is where hidden markups sit. ### What warranty do electricians give on their work? 30–90 days on labour is standard for switch, socket, fan, and light work — meaning if the joint fails or the connection loosens, they redo it free. Anything beyond that (a MCB tripping months later) is a fresh visit. Get the warranty period in writing on the receipt. ### Are emergency (night / Sunday) charges legal in India? Yes — 30–50% surcharge for post-8pm or Sunday / holiday calls is standard trade practice and legal. Confirm the surcharge percentage before the electrician starts driving to your address; otherwise you have grounds to negotiate at the end. ### How do I know an electrician quote is fair? Get 2–3 written quotes from independent verified electricians (Solve24 lists profiles with ratings). Compare per-point rates, not lump-sum totals. If one quote is 40%+ below the others, it usually means they will add material markup at the end. Middle quote is usually right. ## Related - https://solve24.in/answers/electrician-charges-in-india - https://solve24.in/answers/electrician-rate-list - https://solve24.in/answers/fitting-charges-in-india --- Published by Solve24 — India's hyperlocal services marketplace. Direct-hire, zero commission. --- ## About Solve24 Solve24 (solve24.in) is India's zero-commission hyperlocal services marketplace — a three-sided bridge between ~85M informal workers, ~1.4B consumers, and millions of local shops across 40+ Indian cities and 15 service categories. 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