Car Battery Scrap Price in India — August 2026
Used 12V starter batteries from cars and SUVs. Standard 12V lead-acid starter battery, 35–80Ah capacity, 10–18 kg per unit. India's highest-volume battery scrap segment by count.
Today's rate ₹62.99/kg India average
Per unit value ₹500–₹1,500 10–18 kg typical
Where it comes from
- Hatchback / sedan / SUV starters
- Diesel cars (larger, higher value)
- Replacement market every 3–5 years
Car Battery scrap rates by city (20 cities listed)
Highest-paying cities first. Tap any row to see verified dealers and request a quote.
| City | State | Rate (₹/kg) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyathampalle | Telangana | ₹69.9 | View Details → |
| Bangalore | Karnataka | ₹69.17 | View Details → |
| Chennai | Tamil Nadu | ₹68.38 | View Details → |
| Sirkali | Tamil Nadu | ₹68.28 | View Details → |
| Salem | Tamil Nadu | ₹68.15 | View Details → |
| Delhi | Delhi | ₹68.07 | View Details → |
| Medak | Telangana | ₹67.95 | View Details → |
| Vasai-Virar | Maharashtra | ₹67.88 | View Details → |
| Anand | Gujarat | ₹67.86 | View Details → |
| Pachora | Maharashtra | ₹67.85 | View Details → |
| Uchgaon | Maharashtra | ₹67.75 | View Details → |
| Tharangambadi | Tamil Nadu | ₹67.71 | View Details → |
| Chikkamagaluru | Karnataka | ₹67.69 | View Details → |
| Vapi | Gujarat | ₹67.58 | View Details → |
| Palwal | Haryana | ₹67.53 | View Details → |
| Mumbai | Maharashtra | ₹67.5 | View Details → |
| Erode | Tamil Nadu | ₹67.48 | View Details → |
| Nanded | Maharashtra | ₹67.45 | View Details → |
| Thirumangalam | Tamil Nadu | ₹67.45 | View Details → |
| Nandurbar | Maharashtra | ₹67.4 | View Details → |
Common car battery brands we accept
Brand doesn't change the scrap value — pricing is based on weight + condition. But we recognise the major Indian brands so you can quickly identify yours.
Exide
Amaron
SF Sonic
Tata Green
Luminous
Okaya
Livguard
Safety + regulatory
Lead-acid — never break open. 95%+ recyclable. Authorised recyclers under Battery Waste Management Rules 2022 pay best.