Lithium-Ion Battery Scrap Price in India — June 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 ₹89.5/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 | ₹98.57 | View Details → |
| Palghar | Maharashtra | ₹97.84 | View Details → |
| Malkapur | Maharashtra | ₹96.67 | View Details → |
| Warud | Maharashtra | ₹96.51 | View Details → |
| Nawapur | Maharashtra | ₹96.37 | View Details → |
| Arvi | Maharashtra | ₹96.3 | View Details → |
| Vasai-Virar | Maharashtra | ₹96.24 | View Details → |
| Nadiad | Gujarat | ₹95.61 | View Details → |
| Bangalore | Karnataka | ₹95.57 | View Details → |
| Farooqnagar | Telangana | ₹95.4 | View Details → |
| Salem | Tamil Nadu | ₹95.35 | View Details → |
| Shrirampur | Maharashtra | ₹95.33 | View Details → |
| Mumbai | Maharashtra | ₹95.32 | View Details → |
| New Delhi | Delhi | ₹95.32 | View Details → |
| Uchgaon | Maharashtra | ₹95.29 | View Details → |
| Kyathampalle | Telangana | ₹95.27 | View Details → |
| Mundargi | Karnataka | ₹95.26 | View Details → |
| Savarkundla | Gujarat | ₹95.2 | View Details → |
| Theni Allinagaram | Tamil Nadu | ₹95.17 | View Details → |
| Lingsugur | Karnataka | ₹95.16 | 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.