How much does a ac technician charge in India in 2026?

A ac technician in India charges ₹300–₹4500 depending on the job in 2026. Regular service (split AC) costs about ₹400–₹700, while bigger jobs go higher. Visit/inspection is usually ₹100–300, adjusted into the final bill. Material is normally billed separately.

What is the cheapest and most expensive ac technician job?

The lowest-cost ac technician job in India is regular service (window ac) (from ₹300), and the highest is uninstall + reinstall (up to ₹4500). Always get the job-specific rate before work starts.

Is it cheaper to hire a ac technician directly than through an app?

Yes. Commission-based apps add 15–30% on top of the worker's rate, so you pay more while the ac technician earns less. On Solve24 you contact verified ac technicians directly and pay them directly — zero platform commission — so the rates above are what you actually pay.

Does ac technician cost include materials?

No — the rates above are labour only. Materials (parts, fittings, paint, etc.) are billed separately at actual cost. Ask the ac technician to quote labour and material separately, with the brand of any part, so the final bill is clear.

Pricing Guide

How much does a ac technician charge in India?

Real ac technician rates from verified workers across 40+ Indian cities. No platform markup — these are what you pay the worker directly. Updated 2026.

Typical ac technician rates (pan-India)

Base rates reflect a tier-2 city benchmark. Expect 20-40% higher in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore. Expect 10-20% lower in Indore, Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna. The final quote depends on job complexity, tools, and material cost (usually billed separately).

Job	Typical range	Notes
Regular service (split AC)	₹400 – ₹700
Regular service (window AC)	₹300 – ₹600
Gas refill (R-32 / R-410)	₹1,500 – ₹3,000
Installation (split)	₹1,500 – ₹2,500
Uninstall + reinstall	₹2,500 – ₹4,500
Deep chemical wash	₹900 – ₹1,500
PCB repair (inverter AC)	₹1,200 – ₹3,500
Fan motor replacement	₹800 – ₹2,000

AC Technician rates in metros (Mumbai / Delhi / Bangalore)

Tier-1 metros run 20-40% higher than the base rate above. Here's what a Mumbai resident typically pays:

Job	Mumbai range
Regular service (split AC)	₹520 – ₹910
Regular service (window AC)	₹390 – ₹780
Gas refill (R-32 / R-410)	₹1,950 – ₹3,900
Installation (split)	₹1,950 – ₹3,250
Uninstall + reinstall	₹3,250 – ₹5,850

Delhi and Bangalore typically match or slightly exceed Mumbai rates due to high labour demand. See the full city breakdown further down.

AC Technician rates in tier-2 cities (Indore / Jaipur / Lucknow)

Tier-2 cities typically pay 10-20% less than the pan-India base — labour and travel costs are lower, and the market is less saturated with managed platforms.

Job	Indore range	Jaipur range
Regular service (split AC)	₹360 – ₹630	₹380 – ₹670
Regular service (window AC)	₹270 – ₹540	₹290 – ₹570
Gas refill (R-32 / R-410)	₹1,350 – ₹2,700	₹1,430 – ₹2,850
Installation (split)	₹1,350 – ₹2,250	₹1,430 – ₹2,380
Uninstall + reinstall	₹2,250 – ₹4,050	₹2,380 – ₹4,280

What affects the final ac technician quote?

Job complexity. A straightforward task quotes at the low end; anything behind walls, at height, or needing specialised tools trends higher.
Materials. Rates above are labour-only. Parts, fixtures and consumables are charged at actual cost — always ask for brand + model when the part is significant.
Time of day. Night visits (after 9 PM) and Sundays typically carry a 20–30% emergency surcharge.
City tier. A ac technician in Mumbai can cost 40% more than the same job in Jaipur.
Managed platforms add 20–40% on top of the worker's actual rate. Solve24 adds zero — you pay the worker directly.

How to avoid being overcharged

Get a quote before the visit. Send a photo of the problem — any verified ac technician on Solve24 can give a ballpark in minutes.
Confirm the visit charge. Most professionals charge ₹100–300 to inspect; this is normally adjusted against the final bill if you hire them.
Get labour and material priced separately. A ₹2,000 part and ₹500 labour is very different from ₹2,500 bundled.
Check ratings and reviews. A ac technician with 20+ reviews and 4.5★+ rarely surprise-bills.
Pay after the job is done and tested.

City-wise ac technician rate comparison

Sample: "Regular service (split AC)" across major cities.

City	Range	Multiplier
Mumbai	₹520 – ₹910	1.30×
Delhi	₹500 – ₹880	1.25×
Bangalore	₹520 – ₹910	1.30×
Gurgaon	₹520 – ₹910	1.30×
Hyderabad	₹460 – ₹800	1.15×
Pune	₹480 – ₹840	1.20×
Chennai	₹460 – ₹800	1.15×
Kolkata	₹400 – ₹700	1.00×
Lucknow	₹360 – ₹630	0.90×
Indore	₹360 – ₹630	0.90×
Jaipur	₹380 – ₹670	0.95×
Patna	₹340 – ₹600	0.85×
Bhopal	₹340 – ₹600	0.85×

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Answers about ac technician pricing & salary

How much does AC service cost in India?

AC service charges in India (2026): split AC service ₹400–₹700, gas refill ₹1,500–₹3,000, deep chemical wash ₹900–₹1,500, PCB repair ₹1,200–₹3,500.

How much does AC installation cost in India?

AC installation charges in India (2026): split AC ₹1,500–₹2,500 labour, ₹500–₹1,000 piping. Uninstall + reinstall ₹2,500–₹4,500. Fitting charges + wiring breakdown.

What is the salary of an AC technician in India?

AC technician salary in India (2026): ₹15,000/month for apprentices to ₹90,000+/month for senior technicians. Peak-summer earnings, per-day rates, city-wise.

What is the ac technician salary in Chennai?

AC Technician salary in Chennai (2026): ₹17,250–₹1,03,500+ per month. Junior, mid-career, senior + per-day rate ₹575–₹3,450.

What is the ac technician salary in Delhi?

AC Technician salary in Delhi (2026): ₹18,750–₹1,12,500+ per month. Junior, mid-career, senior + per-day rate ₹625–₹3,750.

What is the ac technician salary in Bangalore?

AC Technician salary in Bangalore (2026): ₹19,500–₹1,17,000+ per month. Junior, mid-career, senior + per-day rate ₹650–₹3,900.

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