Karnataka ranks third in NITI Aayog’s electric mobility index 2025
Delhi topped the overall rankings with a score of 84, followed by Maharashtra with 78. Karnataka secured 73
Karnataka has been ranked third in India's Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) 2025, released by NITI Aayog. The State scored 73 out of 100, placing it behind Delhi, which topped the rankings with a score of 84, and Maharashtra, which came in second with a score of 78. Karnataka's strong performance is attributed to its advanced charging infrastructure, with a score of 97, the highest in the country.
The IEMI evaluates States and Union Territories based on their policy frameworks and implementation outcomes in the realm of electric mobility. Karnataka's electric mobility initiatives include the Bescom EV Mithra app, a unified electric vehicle charging app, a single-window clearance system, and an EV Accelerator Cell. The State was the first in India to introduce a dedicated electric vehicle policy in 2017.
Karnataka currently has 6,979 EV charging stations, with EV sales penetration reaching nearly 15% during the first five months of FY 2026-27. The State accounts for 8.81% of India's overall EV registrations, ranking second in both two-wheeler and four-wheeler registrations. K.J. George, Minister for Energy and Tourism, stated that Karnataka will continue to bolster its electric mobility ecosystem through supportive policies, infrastructure development, and initiatives to promote electric vehicle adoption.
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