Electric car sales in India jumped nearly 70% in Jan–Apr 2026, led by Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra. Check latest EV sales data, top brands, and market trends driving this rapid growth.
Electric Car Demand Surges Nearly 70% in India (Jan–Apr 2026): EV Boom Accelerates
Electric cars are rapidly gaining popularity in India, thanks to a growing number of models and improving charging infrastructure. The latest data clearly shows that the EV (electric vehicle) market is expanding at a strong pace.
According to government data from the Vahan portal, electric car sales in India recorded a massive 77% year-on-year growth in 2025. This momentum has continued in 2026 as well. Between January and April 2026, a total of 79,063 electric cars were sold, marking a 69.5% increase compared to the same period last year.
Monthly sales numbers also highlight this strong demand. In March 2026, around 23,097 units were sold, while April 2026 maintained the trend with 22,677 units registered. Apart from organic growth, rising fuel prices and global oil supply concerns—especially due to tensions like the Iran conflict—may have also pushed buyers toward electric vehicles.
Top Electric Car Brands in India
Tata Motors continued to dominate the EV segment. The company sold 31,604 units in the first four months of 2026, showing a strong 65.2% growth. It also has the widest EV lineup in India, including models like Tiago.ev, Nexon.ev, Punch.ev, and Curvv.ev.
At the second position, JSW MG Motor recorded 19,036 units but saw a relatively slower growth of 18.9%. Its lineup includes Comet EV, ZS EV, and Cyberster.
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Mahindra & Mahindra emerged as the fastest-growing brand. The company sold 18,153 units, registering a massive 170.4% year-on-year growth. Its EV portfolio includes models like XUV400 and BE 6.
Other Key Players Performance
Hyundai Motor India saw a 38.1% decline in EV sales during this period.
BYD recorded only 2.5% growth, with 1,502 units sold.
Kia India showed improvement in growth, but total sales remained low at 1,443 units.
Meanwhile, Maruti Suzuki entered the EV market with its first electric car, the e Vitara. The company scaled up quickly from just 221 units in January to over 1,200 units in April 2026.
Citroen India reported one of the lowest sales figures and also saw a sharp decline.
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Conclusion
Overall, India’s electric car market is growing at an impressive speed. With better infrastructure, more affordable options, and rising fuel concerns, the shift toward electric vehicles is becoming stronger. If this trend continues, EVs are likely to play a major role in India’s automotive future.