Lithium-Ion Battery Scrap Price in India — October 2026
EV packs, laptop batteries, power-tool cells, e-bike packs. Completely different ecosystem from lead-acid. Multiple chemistries (NMC, LFP, LCO, NCA) with very different recyclability and value. Damaged cells are a fire hazard — only CPCB-authorised lithium recyclers should handle these.
Today's rate ₹81.45/kg India average
Per unit value ₹50–₹2,00,000 0.1–500 kg typical
Where it comes from
- Electric vehicle battery packs
- Laptop / phone / tablet batteries
- Power tools
- E-bikes / e-scooters
- Solar storage (Li-ion variant)
Lithium-Ion 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pune | Maharashtra | ₹91.66 | View Details → |
| Palghar | Maharashtra | ₹90.62 | View Details → |
| Nawapur | Maharashtra | ₹90.16 | View Details → |
| Vasai-Virar | Maharashtra | ₹89.58 | View Details → |
| Anjangaon | Maharashtra | ₹89.39 | View Details → |
| Malkapur | Maharashtra | ₹89.13 | View Details → |
| Pulgaon | Maharashtra | ₹88.91 | View Details → |
| Vapi | Gujarat | ₹88.3 | View Details → |
| Vedaranyam | Tamil Nadu | ₹88.28 | View Details → |
| Arvi | Maharashtra | ₹88.22 | View Details → |
| Tirukkoyilur | Tamil Nadu | ₹88.12 | View Details → |
| Mukhed | Maharashtra | ₹87.81 | View Details → |
| Tiruvethipuram | Tamil Nadu | ₹87.57 | View Details → |
| Lingsugur | Karnataka | ₹87.46 | View Details → |
| Talode | Maharashtra | ₹87.36 | View Details → |
| Delhi | Delhi | ₹87.32 | View Details → |
| Parangipettai | Tamil Nadu | ₹87.32 | View Details → |
| Kanhangad | Kerala | ₹87.13 | View Details → |
| Sholavandan | Tamil Nadu | ₹87.13 | View Details → |
| Dindigul | Tamil Nadu | ₹87.04 | View Details → |
Common lithium-ion 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.
Tata (EV)
Mahindra (EV)
Ola Electric
Ather
Bajaj Chetak
Samsung SDI
Panasonic
BYD
Safety + regulatory
AUTHORISED RECYCLERS ONLY — Lohum, Attero, BatX, Recyclekaro and a handful of CPCB-licensed others. Never sell to kabadiwalas. Never open or short cells. Damaged / swollen cells are fire risks.