Lithium-Ion Battery Scrap Price in India — August 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 ₹84.64/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) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malkapur | Maharashtra | ₹93.49 | View Details → |
| Pune | Maharashtra | ₹93.43 | View Details → |
| Palghar | Maharashtra | ₹93 | View Details → |
| Nawapur | Maharashtra | ₹92.53 | View Details → |
| Tirukkoyilur | Tamil Nadu | ₹92.31 | View Details → |
| Arvi | Maharashtra | ₹91.36 | View Details → |
| Pulgaon | Maharashtra | ₹91.14 | View Details → |
| Kanhangad | Kerala | ₹91.06 | View Details → |
| Vasai-Virar | Maharashtra | ₹91.03 | View Details → |
| Mukhed | Maharashtra | ₹90.88 | View Details → |
| Warud | Maharashtra | ₹90.75 | View Details → |
| Kyathampalle | Telangana | ₹90.61 | View Details → |
| Salem | Tamil Nadu | ₹90.58 | View Details → |
| Tiruvethipuram | Tamil Nadu | ₹90.56 | View Details → |
| Mundargi | Karnataka | ₹90.49 | View Details → |
| Farooqnagar | Telangana | ₹90.36 | View Details → |
| Nizamabad | Telangana | ₹90.31 | View Details → |
| Nellikuppam | Tamil Nadu | ₹90.27 | View Details → |
| Nadiad | Gujarat | ₹90.25 | View Details → |
| Theni Allinagaram | Tamil Nadu | ₹90.25 | 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.