Plug types by country / India
Plug Type and Voltage in India
India uses Type C, Type D and Type M sockets. The standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50Hz.
Type D is the most common socket. Many newer sockets are "universal" designs that also take two-pin Type C plugs.
Sockets in India
Type C: two round pins (the "Europlug"), ungrounded. Also used in Europe, South America, Asia and Africa.
Type D: three large round pins in a triangle, grounded. Also used in India, Nepal and parts of Africa.
Type M: three large round pins in a triangle (larger than Type D), grounded. Also used in South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini.
Will your plug fit in India?
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States (A, B) | Adapter needed | Converter for 120V-only devices |
| United Kingdom (G) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Germany (C, F) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| France (C, E) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Italy (C, F, L) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Switzerland (C, J) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Australia (I) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| China (A, C, I) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Japan (A, B) | Adapter needed | Converter for 100V-only devices |
| Brazil (C, N) | Adapter for some plugs | Converter for 127V-only devices |
| South Africa (C, D, M, N) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Israel (C, H) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Denmark (C, E, F, K) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
Countries with the same sockets as India
These countries also use Type C, Type D and Type M sockets, so plugs that fit in India fit there too.
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in India?
India uses Type C, Type D and Type M sockets. Type C has two round pins (the "Europlug"). Type D has three large round pins in a triangle. Type M has three large round pins in a triangle (larger than Type D).
What is the voltage in India?
The standard voltage in India is 230V at 50Hz. Devices from 100-127V countries such as the US need to be rated for 100-240V or used with a voltage converter.
Can I use a US plug in India?
No, you need an adapter. United States uses Type A and Type B plugs and India has Type C, Type D and Type M sockets. The voltage also differs (120V vs 230V), so check that your devices are rated 100-240V.
Can I use a UK plug in India?
No, you need an adapter. United Kingdom uses Type G plugs and India has Type C, Type D and Type M sockets.