🇮🇳 Plugs & Voltage in India
Type C, Type D, Type M · 230V · 50Hz
Voltage
230V
220–240V standard
Frequency
50Hz
AC power
Plug Types
Type CType DType M
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Check my adapter needs →Plug Types Used in India
Type C
Two round pins (Europlug)
Europe, Asia, S. America
Type D
Three round pins (triangle)
India, Nepal, some Africa
Type M
Three large round pins
South Africa, India
Do I need an adapter for India? Quick answers by home country
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Needed | Different (120V → 230V): check device labels |
| Canada | Needed | Different (120V → 230V): check device labels |
| United Kingdom | Needed | Similar (230V → 230V) |
| Germany / most of the EU | Needed for Type F plugs (Type C fits) | Similar (230V → 230V) |
| Australia | Needed | Similar (230V → 230V) |
| New Zealand | Needed | Similar (230V → 230V) |
Based on the plug types listed above. Phone, tablet and laptop chargers are almost always rated 100–240V and only need a plug adapter; hair dryers, straighteners and kettles often are not. Check any country pair →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What plug type is used in India?
India uses Type C, Type D, Type M. Type C (Two round pins (Europlug) — used in Europe, Asia, S. America). Type D (Three round pins (triangle) — used in India, Nepal, some Africa). Type M (Three large round pins — used in South Africa, India).
What voltage does India use?
India uses 230 volts at 50 Hz. This puts it in the 220–240V range. Most modern electronics (phones, laptops, cameras) accept 100–240V and will work fine with just a plug adapter.
Do I need a power adapter for India?
If your home country uses different plug types to Type C, Type D, Type M, yes — you will need a plug adapter. Whether you need a voltage converter depends on your device. Check the label: if it says '100–240V', you only need a plug adapter.
Do New Zealanders need a power adapter for India?
New Zealanders travelling to India need a plug adapter (Type I to Type C, Type D, Type M) but no voltage converter — India runs on 230V which is compatible with NZ's 230V standard.
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