Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer a niche market in India. According to the India Charging Report 2025 by Tata.ev, 65% of pin codes across the country now have at least one registered EV. The shift is undeniable, with EVs becoming the primary vehicle for 84% of Indian EV users, up from 74% in 2023. The numbers don’t lie—India is charging ahead.
One of the most striking findings is how much EVs are being driven. On average, they cover 1,600 km per month, which is 40% more than internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. That’s a huge leap from the 11% lead EVs had in 2023. EV owners are also behind the wheel more often, driving 27 days a month compared to ICE owners. The convenience and cost-efficiency of EVs are clearly paying off.
Long-distance travel is no longer a hurdle either. EVs now cover over 95% of India’s road network. Half of TATA EV owners have completed trips exceeding 500 km on popular routes like Delhi-Manali, Mumbai-Goa, and Hyderabad-Bengaluru. With drivers stopping every 2-3 hours to rest and recharge, road trips in EVs are becoming the new normal.
The growing public charging infrastructure is a big reason behind this surge. From 2023 to mid-2025, India’s public charging network expanded fourfold, reaching around 24,000 stations. On national highways, 91% have a fast charger within a 50 km radius. States like Karnataka, Haryana, Delhi, Kerala, and Bihar, along with several union territories, have achieved 100% coverage on their NHs for fast chargers within this range.
But it’s not all smooth sailing. While the top 25% of chargers are hitting profitability thresholds, reliability remains an issue. As of February 2024, nearly half of India’s 25,000 public chargers were non-functional. A staggering 38% of customers cite unreliable chargers as a major pain point. On highways, even one faulty charger can cause significant delays or leave drivers stranded.
Tata.ev is stepping up to tackle these challenges. Their .ev verified chargers initiative ensures compatibility, access, and over 90% reliability through audits and user reviews. With 500+ verified chargers in the iRA.ev app, utilization has jumped by 37% since the program launched. It’s a clear sign that trust in charging infrastructure is growing.
The future of EVs in India looks bright, but there’s work to be done. As adoption spreads and infrastructure improves, the road ahead promises to be electrifying.