You can check your Apple Pencil battery level in several easy ways depending on the generation of your Apple Pencil and your iPad's iOS version:

Methods to Check Apple Pencil Battery

• Use the Batteries Widget on iPad
  Add the Batteries widget to your iPad's Today View or Home Screen. This widget shows the battery level of both your iPad and connected Apple Pencil (works for 1st, 2nd generation, and Apple Pencil Pro).
  To add: Swipe right on Home Screen → Scroll down → Tap Edit → Add "Batteries" widget → Place it where you want

• Check in Settings > Apple Pencil
  Open the Settings app on your iPad, scroll down to "Apple Pencil." The battery percentage will be displayed there. This works for all Apple Pencil generations and is especially useful on iPadOS 15 and later

• For 2nd Generation Apple Pencil: Attach Magnetically to iPad
  Simply attach the Apple Pencil to the magnetic connector on the right side of your iPad. A pop-up notification will appear showing the current battery percentage, and it will also start charging

• Check Bluetooth Settings (Older iOS Versions)
  If your Apple Pencil is connected, go to Settings > Bluetooth, find your Apple Pencil under "My Devices," tap the "i" icon, and see the battery level. This is more common in iOS versions before 15

Summary

Method| Works For| Notes
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Batteries Widget| All generations| Convenient, visible on Home/Today view
Settings > Apple Pencil| All generations| Shows battery % and customization
Magnetic attachment (2nd gen)| 2nd generation Apple Pencil| Quick pop-up battery status
Bluetooth Settings| Older iOS versions| Battery info under Bluetooth devices

If you don't see the battery level, ensure Bluetooth is on, the Pencil is connected, or try detaching and reattaching it to the iPad. Charging the Pencil for a few minutes may also help if the battery is fully drained

. These methods cover all Apple Pencil models and iPadOS versions for checking battery status quickly and easily