Uttar Pradesh (UP) is at the forefront of India’s electric vehicle (EV) growth. The state recorded significant EV registrations in 2024. Charging infrastructure, however, remains a challenge in Uttar Pradesh. According to Inc42, the state has emerged as a key player in EV adoption. Charging infrastructure struggles to match the pace.
EV Registration Numbers
Uttar Pradesh dominates EV registrations. In 2024, the state accounted for 19% of India’s 20 lakh EV registrations. That equals 3.8 lakh vehicles. Nationally, over 58 lakh EVs are registered as of December 2024. The EV market is valued at $54.4 billion in 2025. It’s expected to reach $132.2 billion by 2030. Annual sales could hit 17 million units by then, according to Invest India.
- UP Contribution: 3.8 lakh EVs in 2024.
- National Total: 58 lakh EVs registered.
- Market Growth: From $54.4 billion to $132.2 billion by 2030.
Charging Infrastructure Status
Charging stations in Uttar Pradesh lag behind adoption. UP has 1,989 public chargers. That’s one per 190 EVs. India has 25,202 public stations nationwide. With 58 lakh EVs, the national ratio is one charger per 230 vehicles. Karnataka leads with 5,765 stations. The U.S., for comparison, has 61,000 stations for 3.3 million EVs—one per 54 vehicles.
- UP Chargers: 1,989 stations.
- National Count: 25,202 stations.
- Ratio: One charger per 230 EVs in India.
Government Initiatives
Central policies support EV growth. The FAME scheme and PM E-DRIVE provide subsidies. In the 2025-26 Union Budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced duty exemptions on 25 critical minerals, including lithium and cobalt. This aims to boost battery production. FAME has subsidized over 7.4 lakh EVs with Rs 3,200 crore by December 2022.
- FAME Subsidy: Rs 3,200 crore for 7.4 lakh EVs.
- PM E-DRIVE: Focuses on charging networks.
- Budget Policy: Duty-free minerals for batteries.
Segment-Specific Trends
Two-wheelers lead EV sales. They make up 85%-90% of the market. Three-wheeler passenger EVs have 5-7% penetration. Four-wheeler passenger EVs for fleets are limited. High costs and competition from CNG options hinder growth in these segments.
- Two-Wheelers: 85%-90% of sales.
- Three-Wheelers: 5-7% penetration.
- Four-Wheelers: Higher prices than CNG models.
Future Infrastructure Requirements
India needs more chargers in order to keep growing. Projections are for 4 lakh stations by 2026 for 20 lakh EVs. UP’s quick adoption shows the need. Karnataka’s 5,765 stations show that one can make progress. Public-private partnerships are considered to be the key to establishing networks.
- Target: 4 lakh chargers by 2026.
- Role of UP: 19% of 2024 registrations.
- Collaboration: Public-private efforts needed.
State and National Context
UP aligns with India’s net-zero goal by 2070. The state’s 2022 EV Mobility Management Policy pushes for public transport electrification. Plans include 100% electric government vehicles by 2030. Nationally, 70% of commercial vehicles and 80% of two- and three-wheelers aim to be electric by 2030.
- UP Policy: Full EV transition for government use by 2030.
- National Goals: 70% commercial, 80% two- and three-wheelers by 2030.
- Current Push: 740 electric buses operate in UP.
Uttar Pradesh drives India’s EV numbers. Charging stations remain a critical gap to address.
