Chargeup: battery swapping in India
Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · as of 2023 · how we verify
An e-rickshaw-focused network in Delhi NCR working through dealers. Public figures are a couple of years old, so treat scale as indicative and confirm before relying on it.
| Founded | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Swap stations | ~360 (~2023) |
| Cities | Delhi NCR (primary) |
| Vehicles | 3-wheelers |
| Pricing | BaaS via a dealer network; price points not disclosed |
| Compatibility | Greenfuel (battery supplier); ~6,000+ active e-rickshaw drivers |
| Data confidence | Low - data may be stale, confirm with the operator |
Is Chargeup worth it versus charging at home?
That depends on how far you ride. Swapping trades a higher per-km tariff for zero charging wait, no upfront battery cost, and no degradation risk - which pays off for high-km gig and commercial 3-wheelers. Model your own numbers on the swap-vs-own cost calculator.
FAQ
How many battery-swapping stations does Chargeup have?
Chargeup operates around 360 swap stations (~2023), across Delhi NCR (primary).
What does Chargeup cost?
Chargeup does not publish consumer swap tariffs (BaaS via a dealer network; price points not disclosed). Ask the operator or a partnered dealer for current pricing.
Which vehicles work with Chargeup?
Chargeup serves 3-wheelers. Greenfuel (battery supplier); ~6,000+ active e-rickshaw drivers. Swapping only works with vehicles built for the network's pack, so confirm your model is compatible.
Station counts and pricing in this sector move fast and are often fleet/B2B. Figures as of 2023. Source: press report. Confirm current details with the operator before you commit.