How much does a electrician charge in India in 2026?

A electrician in India charges ₹150–₹2500 depending on the job in 2026. Switchboard replacement (6-point) costs about ₹400–₹1000, 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 electrician job?

The lowest-cost electrician job in India is light fixture install (from ₹150), and the highest is inverter + battery setup (up to ₹2500). Always get the job-specific rate before work starts.

Is it cheaper to hire a electrician 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 electrician earns less. On Solve24 you contact verified electricians directly and pay them directly — zero platform commission — so the rates above are what you actually pay.

Does electrician cost include materials?

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

Pricing Guide

How much does a electrician charge in India?

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

Typical electrician 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
Switchboard replacement (6-point)	₹400 – ₹1,000	+ materials
Fan installation	₹200 – ₹500
New point wiring (per point)	₹500 – ₹1,200
MCB tripping diagnosis	₹300 – ₹800
Inverter + battery setup	₹1,000 – ₹2,500	+ hardware
AC point wiring (5A / 15A)	₹800 – ₹2,000	Per point
Light fixture install	₹150 – ₹400
Doorbell / smart switch install	₹200 – ₹500

Electrician 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
Switchboard replacement (6-point)	₹520 – ₹1,300
Fan installation	₹260 – ₹650
New point wiring (per point)	₹650 – ₹1,560
MCB tripping diagnosis	₹390 – ₹1,040
Inverter + battery setup	₹1,300 – ₹3,250

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

Electrician 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
Switchboard replacement (6-point)	₹360 – ₹900	₹380 – ₹950
Fan installation	₹180 – ₹450	₹190 – ₹480
New point wiring (per point)	₹450 – ₹1,080	₹480 – ₹1,140
MCB tripping diagnosis	₹270 – ₹720	₹290 – ₹760
Inverter + battery setup	₹900 – ₹2,250	₹950 – ₹2,380

What affects the final electrician 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 electrician 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 electrician 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 electrician with 20+ reviews and 4.5★+ rarely surprise-bills.
Pay after the job is done and tested.

City-wise electrician rate comparison

Sample: "Switchboard replacement (6-point)" across major cities.

City	Range	Multiplier
Mumbai	₹520 – ₹1,300	1.30×
Delhi	₹500 – ₹1,250	1.25×
Bangalore	₹520 – ₹1,300	1.30×
Gurgaon	₹520 – ₹1,300	1.30×
Hyderabad	₹460 – ₹1,150	1.15×
Pune	₹480 – ₹1,200	1.20×
Chennai	₹460 – ₹1,150	1.15×
Kolkata	₹400 – ₹1,000	1.00×
Lucknow	₹360 – ₹900	0.90×
Indore	₹360 – ₹900	0.90×
Jaipur	₹380 – ₹950	0.95×
Patna	₹340 – ₹850	0.85×
Bhopal	₹340 – ₹850	0.85×

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Answers about electrician pricing & salary

What is the salary of an electrician in India?

Electrician salary in India (2026): ₹15,000/month for apprentices to ₹70,000+/month for senior electricians. City-wise + per-day breakdown.

How much does an electrician charge in India?

Electrician charges in India 2026: light fixture ₹150–₹400, fan install ₹200–₹500, switchboard ₹400–₹1,000, MCB diagnosis ₹300–₹800, inverter setup ₹1,000–₹2,500.

What are electrician charges per day in Bangalore?

Electrician charges per day in Bangalore (2026): ₹780–₹3,250/day. Freshers ₹780–₹1,000, mid-career ₹1,170–₹2,340, senior ₹2,340–₹3,250. Bangalore ~30% above base.

What is the electrician salary in Chennai?

Electrician salary in Chennai (2026): ₹17,250–₹80,500+ per month. Junior, mid-career, senior + per-day rate ₹690–₹2,875.

What is the electrician salary in Delhi?

Electrician salary in Delhi (2026): ₹18,750–₹87,500+ per month. Junior, mid-career, senior + per-day rate ₹750–₹3,125.

What is the electrician salary in Bangalore?

Electrician salary in Bangalore (2026): ₹19,500–₹91,000+ per month. Junior, mid-career, senior + per-day rate ₹780–₹3,250.

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