Induction Cooktop
Induction Cooktop Running Cost Calculator
Induction / electric cooktop running cost.
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Pick a preset or enter wattage manually. Adjust rate to match your DISCOM.
Quick presets
Typical: 1200–2200 W
Use 6–9 ₹/unit as a rough national average, or your DISCOM's top slab rate.
Money-saving tips
- Use flat-bottomed magnetic cookware — efficiency drops 20% otherwise.
- Induction is ~85% efficient vs ~40% for LPG hobs for boiling water — but costs more per unit of heat in high-tariff states.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common electricity bill questions in India.
Is induction cooking cheaper than LPG?
It depends on your tariff and LPG subsidy. At ₹7/unit and ₹1100/cylinder, LPG is ~30% cheaper per meal. For subsidised LPG, the gap is larger. Induction wins on safety and cleanliness.
Want bill-level accuracy?
This tool uses a flat ₹/unit estimate. For an exact bill matching your DISCOM's slab, FAC and duty, use the main calculator.
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