From The Economic Times · ET Bureau · · 1m 20s
Karnataka powers ahead in India's EV race
The southern state ranks third nationally in electric mobility, with the strongest charging infrastructure in the country.
In brief
The southern state ranks third nationally in electric mobility, with the strongest charging infrastructure in the country. Karnataka's early EV policy adoption and infrastructure investment have positioned it as a top performer in India's electric vehicle transition. Originally reported by The Economic Times.
Karnataka claims third place nationally
Karnataka scored 73 in NITI Aayog's India Electric Mobility Index 2025, ranking third behind Delhi (84) and Maharashtra (78). The state qualifies as a Top Performer with scores of 65 and above.
Charging infrastructure leads the nation
Karnataka scored 97 in Charging Infrastructure Readiness, the highest score in the country. The state has 6,979 EV charging stations, with 4,896 located in Bengaluru alone.
Early policy adoption paid off
Karnataka introduced India's first dedicated EV policy in 2017, covering vehicle sales, charging infrastructure and manufacturing zones. This early move helped establish the state's leadership position.
Strong EV sales across all categories
EV penetration reached nearly 15% in the first five months of fiscal year 2027. Karnataka ranks second nationally in two-wheeler and four-wheeler EV registrations, and third in e-bus registrations.
Supporting infrastructure and programs
The state operates BESCOM EV Mithra, a unified EV charging app, plus a single-window clearance system and an EV Accelerator Cell to streamline adoption and development.
What matters most
Karnataka's early EV policy adoption and infrastructure investment have positioned it as a top performer in India's electric vehicle transition.
