Ahmedabad-based Samarth E-Mobility has announced the development of a full-stack electric vehicle technology platform built and manufactured entirely in India, covering components from battery systems to software. The company said the platform will underpin its first electric motorcycle, expected to launch later in 2026, and positions it as one of the few Indian EV startups to have developed a comprehensive in-house technology stack before entering the consumer market.
The platform integrates nine major components developed internally: a battery pack, battery management system (BMS), motor, motor controller, power control module, DC-DC converter, an onboard fast charger with approximately 1,500W charging capacity, an instrument cluster, and a proprietary operating system. The battery pack has been homologated by the National Automotive Test Tracks (NATRAX), and the BMS has been tested and validated by the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT) — two of India's primary automotive certification bodies. The company said both milestones were completed in what it described as record time.
Samarth E-Mobility co-founder Priyank Rakholiya said the company's approach goes beyond component assembly, which has characterised much of India's early EV industry. "India's EV transition demands deep engineering, indigenous innovation and products designed ground-up for Indian riders," he said. "At Samarth E-Mobility, we have spent the last three years building our entire technology stack in-house — from battery systems and software architecture to motor and power electronics. We will soon launch our brand in the premium aspirational space, reinforcing our commitment to building a truly self-reliant EV ecosystem in India."
The company said its technology has been tested over 51,000 km of real-world riding and more than 3,400 km of structured durability testing, conducted across varied terrain and climate conditions representative of Indian roads. In addition to standard dynamometer testing, the validation process was designed to stress-test the platform against the specific demands of the Indian market, where road quality, heat, and riding patterns differ considerably from those in Europe or East Asia, where much EV development has historically been centred.
Samarth E-Mobility's engineering team of over 100 people is based at an R&D facility in Kalol, Gujarat, where the company has operated for the past three years. Among its ongoing projects is the development of a rare-earth-free motor — a technology area gaining attention globally as manufacturers seek to reduce dependence on materials such as neodymium, which are predominantly mined and processed in China. If successfully commercialised, such motors could reduce both cost and supply chain exposure for Indian manufacturers.
Manufacturing operations are housed at a separate facility in Chhatral, Gujarat, spanning over 150,000 sq. ft. The company states a monthly production capacity of more than 45,000 electric two-wheelers and an annual capacity exceeding 500,000 units — figures that suggest it has built infrastructure ahead of current demand, likely in anticipation of rapid market scaling.
Samarth E-Mobility is targeting the 125cc–200cc internal combustion engine motorcycle replacement segment, a category that has seen limited electric competition in India despite representing a large share of overall motorcycle sales. Most electric two-wheelers currently available in India are low-speed scooters or entry-level commuters. The premium motorcycle segment, which commands higher margins and stronger brand loyalty, remains largely untapped by domestic EV makers.
India's electric two-wheeler market has expanded considerably in recent years, driven by rising fuel prices, urban air quality concerns, and central government incentives under the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme. The government's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative — aimed at building domestic self-reliance across strategic industries — has further encouraged local manufacturing and reduced dependence on imported components.
Despite this policy push, the majority of EV manufacturers in India continue to source critical components such as battery cells, power semiconductors, and motor controllers from overseas, with China supplying a significant share. Companies that develop proprietary, domestically validated technology stacks are increasingly seen as strategically important, though cell-level battery manufacturing — the most capital-intensive link in the EV supply chain — remains largely absent in India at scale.
Samarth E-Mobility's announcement comes at a time when the Indian government and industry bodies have been urging deeper localisation beyond final assembly. Several startups have made similar claims in recent years, though few have disclosed homologation records or detailed validation data to support them. The company's certifications from NATRAX and ICAT lend a degree of external verification to its claims, though independent assessments of real-world performance will only be possible once products reach the market.
The company has not yet disclosed pricing, specifications, or a confirmed launch date for its upcoming motorcycle. It has said the vehicle will target what it calls the "premium aspirational" segment, suggesting a positioning above the budget end of the market.