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AC Cost Guide
India 2026

Exact AC electricity costs per hour, day, month, and year for every tonnage and state in India. BEE 2026 accurate.

Tonnage₹/Hour₹/Day (8h)₹/Month₹/Year (6mo)
0.8T 5★₹2.74₹22.0₹659₹3,951
1.0T 5★₹3.43₹27.4₹823₹4,939
1.2T 5★₹4.12₹32.9₹988₹5,927
1.5T 5★₹5.14₹41.2₹1,235₹7,409
1.8T 5★₹6.17₹49.4₹1,482₹8,891
2.0T 5★₹6.86₹54.9₹1,646₹9,878
5★ Inverter · ₹7/unit (Delhi) · 8h/day

Cost by Time Period

Per hour, day, month, night, and year

AC Cost Per Hour in India

Exact ₹/hour for every AC tonnage and star rating

1.5T 5★: (735W ÷ 1000) × ₹7 = ₹5.15/hour

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AC Cost Per Day in India

Daily AC electricity cost for every usage pattern

1.5T 5★, 8h: (735 ÷ 1000) × 8 × ₹7 = ₹41.16/day

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AC Cost Per Month in India

Monthly AC electricity bill for every tonnage and state

1.5T 5★, 8h: (735 ÷ 1000) × 8 × ₹7 × 30 = ₹1,235/month

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AC Cost Per Year in India

Annual AC cost + 5-year projection for every tonnage

1.5T 5★, 8h/day, 6 months: ₹1,235 × 6 = ₹7,410/year (AC season only)

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Units Consumed

kWh units consumed per hour, day, and month

AC Cost Per Unit of Electricity in India

How electricity rate per unit affects your AC bill

1.5T 5★, 8h/day: 176.4 units × ₹7 = ₹1,235/month

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AC Units Consumed Per Hour in India

Exact kWh consumed per hour for every AC

1.5T 5★ (735W): 735 ÷ 1000 = 0.735 units/hour

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AC Units Consumed Per Day in India

Daily kWh consumption for every AC and usage pattern

1.5T 5★, 8h: (735 ÷ 1000) × 8 = 5.88 units/day

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AC Units Consumed Per Month in India

Monthly kWh consumption and cost for every AC

1.5T 5★, 8h: (735 ÷ 1000) × 8 × 30 = 176.4 units/month

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Cost Breakdown

Detailed monthly and annual cost analysis

AC Monthly Bill Breakdown – What You're Actually Paying

Every component of your AC monthly bill explained

1.5T 5★: (735 ÷ 1000) × 8 × ₹7 × 30 = ₹1,235/month

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How AC Electricity Bill is Calculated in India

Step-by-step AC bill calculation with real examples

Step 1: Find wattage (nameplate). Step 2: Multiply by hours. Step 3: Multiply by rate.

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How AC Electricity Bill is Calculated – Simple Guide

The simplest explanation of AC bill calculation in India

1.5T 5★: 0.735kW × 8h × ₹7 × 30 = ₹1,235

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Frequently Asked Questions — AC Cost in India

How much does AC cost per hour in India?
A 1.5-ton 5-star inverter AC costs approximately ₹7.3/hour on average across India (at ₹7/unit Delhi rate). A 3-star model costs ₹10.5/hour. Costs vary by city electricity rate — Mumbai (₹8.5/unit) is ~21% more expensive than Delhi (₹7/unit).
What is the monthly electricity bill for a 1.5 ton AC in India?
A 1.5-ton 5-star inverter AC running 8 hours/day costs approximately ₹1,764/month in Delhi (₹7/unit). The same AC costs ₹2,142/month in Mumbai (₹8.5/unit). At 12 hours/day usage, monthly costs range from ₹2,079 (Guwahati) to ₹3,213 (Mumbai).
How many units does a 1.5 ton AC consume per month?
A 1.5-ton 5-star inverter AC consumes approximately 252 units/month at 8 hours/day usage. A 3-star model consumes 360 units/month — about 43% more. At 12 hours/day, consumption rises to 378 units/month for a 5-star model.
How much does a 2 ton AC cost per month in India?
A 2-ton 5-star inverter AC running 8 hours/day costs approximately ₹2,352/month in Delhi. A 3-star 2-ton AC costs ₹3,360/month. 2-ton ACs are ideal for rooms 180–240 sq ft and consume roughly 33% more electricity than 1.5-ton models for the same star rating and usage hours.
Is a 5-star AC worth the extra cost in India?
Yes, in most Indian cities. A 5-star 1.5-ton AC saves approximately ₹9,198/year vs a 3-star model at 8 hrs/day (Delhi rates). In cities with higher rates like Mumbai (₹8.5/unit), annual savings reach ₹11,169. The ₹5,000–8,000 price premium typically pays back in 18–30 months. In hot cities with 12+ hrs/day usage (Delhi, Ahmedabad, Nagpur), payback is under 18 months.
How much does AC cost per day in India?
A 1.5-ton 5-star inverter AC running 8 hours/day costs ₹59/day in Delhi (₹7/unit). At 12 hours/day, the daily cost is ₹88/day. Window ACs cost approximately 10% more than split ACs for the same tonnage and star rating due to lower efficiency.
Which state has the cheapest electricity rate for AC usage?
Assam (Guwahati) has one of the lowest electricity rates at ₹5.5/unit, making AC running costs very affordable. Kerala (Kochi) at ₹5.9/unit and Bihar (Patna) at ₹6.0/unit are also among the cheapest. Mumbai at ₹8.5/unit is among the most expensive. A 1.5-ton 5-star AC running 8 hrs/day costs approximately ₹1,386/month in Guwahati vs ₹2,142/month in Mumbai — a 55% difference.
How much does AC cost per year in India?
A 1.5-ton 5-star inverter AC used for 6 months (180 days) at 8 hours/day costs approximately ₹10,584/year in Delhi. For year-round usage (365 days), the annual cost is ₹21,462. Most Indian households use AC heavily for 5–7 months, with shoulder-season usage (2–4 hrs/day) for another 2–3 months.

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