India’s Electric Vehicle Sales Surge 63 Percent Year-on-Year in July 2026: Report

India’s electric vehicle (EV) market registered strong growth in July 2026, reaching a total of 3,07,752 registered units. According to a report by JMK Research & Analytics, total registrations grew over 63 per cent year-on-year compared to July 2025, alongside a slight 0.72 per cent month-on-month rise from June 2026.

What Happened

Data from JMK Research & Analytics shows sustained momentum in India’s electric mobility transition. Monthly EV registrations increased by 63.18 per cent compared to July 2025, rising from 3,05,566 units in June 2026 to 3,07,752 units in July 2026. Electric two-wheelers dominated the market share, followed by electric passenger three-wheelers, electric passenger cars, and electric cargo three-wheelers.

Key Highlights

• Total Volume: EV registrations reached 3,07,752 units in July 2026, up 0.72 per cent month-on-month and 63.18 per cent year-on-year.
• Segment Share: Electric two-wheelers led with 61.37 per cent of total registrations, followed by passenger three-wheelers at 23.72 per cent, electric cars at 10.01 per cent, and cargo three-wheelers at 3.75 per cent.
• Passenger E-Cars: E-car sales stood at 30,806 units, rising 81 per cent year-on-year despite a 2 per cent drop from June. EV penetration in the passenger vehicle segment reached 7.92 per cent.
• Three-Wheeler Market: Electric three-wheeler sales grew 9 per cent month-on-month to 84,554 units (up roughly 22 per cent year-on-year), with EV penetration in the segment recovering to 65.55 per cent.
• State-wise Leaders: Uttar Pradesh held the top position with 47,062 registrations, followed by Maharashtra with 36,642 units and Karnataka with 29,183 units. The top 10 states accounted for approximately 77 per cent of all national EV registrations.

Why This Matters

The report attributes the ongoing rise in e-car adoption to structural factors including a broader range of available EV models, expanded charging infrastructure, and growing consumer confidence. In the commercial three-wheeler sector, growth was supported by better financing availability, favorable operating economics, and lower total ownership costs for operators.

What to Watch Next

Stakeholders will monitor whether EV adoption broadens beyond key regional markets, as top 10 states currently represent around 77 per cent of total sales, and whether passenger car EV penetration maintains its post-March 2026 upward trend.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many EVs were registered in India in July 2026?

A total of 3,07,752 electric vehicles were registered across India in July 2026, reflecting a 63.18 per cent year-on-year surge.

Which vehicle category led total EV registrations?

Electric two-wheelers made up the largest share, accounting for 61.37 per cent of all EV registrations in July 2026.

Which Indian state recorded the highest EV sales in July 2026?

Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest number of EV registrations with 47,062 units, followed by Maharashtra and Karnataka.

Source: JMK Research & Analytics report via Awaz The Voice.