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Electrical outlets and plug types

Check whether you need a travel adapter for India.

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🇮🇳 India
Voltage230 V
Frequency50 Hz
Outlet type CPlug type C
C
Outlet type DPlug type D
D
Outlet type MPlug type M
M

In India, they use power outlets and plugs of type C, type D and type M. The voltage is 230 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz.

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To see if your plugs fit into India power sockets or whether you need a voltage converter, please select your country of residence.

Do I need a travel adapter or voltage converter for India?

India uses power sockets of types C, D and M, so you'll need plugs that fit these outlets. The voltage in India is 230 V, with a frequency of 50 Hz. To avoid damaging your electrical devices, check if you need a voltage converter.

Follow the instructions at the top of this page and select your home country to find out whether you need a travel adapter or voltage converter. You can also check out our essential travel gear guide to learn how to keep your devices charged and safe.

Frequently asked questions

What outlets and plugs does India use?

In India, plug types C, D and M are used. Plug type C has two round pins, plug type D has three round pins in a triangular configuration, plug type M has three round pins and larger than type D.

Outlet type CPlug type C
C
Outlet type DPlug type D
D
Outlet type MPlug type M
M

What is the voltage in India?

In India, the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz.

voltage 230 Vfrequency 50 Hz

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