Ola Electric has reached a significant milestone in India’s electric vehicle and battery technology ecosystem. The company has become the first Indian firm to receive Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for large-format 4600 cells in both Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) and Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) chemistries.
Ola formally announced the achievement on June 23 and submitted the necessary details to the National Stock Exchange of India. This certification marks a major step forward for indigenous battery manufacturing capabilities and reduces reliance on imported cells for the country’s growing EV sector.
Ola already has 4680 cells in production, which are currently powering its electric scooters. The newly certified 4600 cells are expected to deliver higher energy density, offering improved range, performance, and efficiency for future electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and potentially four-wheelers.
The development of these cells was carried out entirely in-house at Ola’s state-of-the-art facilities, demonstrating the company’s commitment to building end-to-end battery technology capabilities within India.
Rigorous Testing and Validation
To secure BIS certification, the 4600 cells underwent comprehensive testing at NABL-accredited laboratories. The validation process included stringent abuse testing to verify performance under extreme conditions:
- Overcharging
- Forced discharge
- Impact and mechanical shock
- Short circuit
- Vibration
- Crushing
- Free-fall drop
Additional evaluations covered electrical, environmental, reliability, and overall safety parameters. Meeting these demanding standards ensures the cells are robust enough for real-world usage while prioritizing user safety — a critical requirement in the rapidly expanding Indian EV market.
Strategic Importance for India’s EV Ambitions
This certification is more than a technical achievement; it represents a boost to the “Make in India” initiative in the battery domain. With global supply chain uncertainties and increasing demand for localized production, Ola’s success strengthens India’s position as an emerging hub for advanced battery technology.
Higher energy density cells like the 4600 format are expected to help Indian EV makers close the gap with international competitors in terms of range and cost-competitiveness. For Ola specifically, the milestone paves the way for next-generation vehicles with better performance and potentially lower prices for consumers
Looking Ahead
Ola Electric has been aggressively expanding its battery manufacturing footprint. The company’s vertical integration strategy — from cell development to vehicle assembly — positions it as one of the most integrated EV players in the country.
As India pushes toward its ambitious electric mobility targets, breakthroughs like Ola’s BIS-certified 4600 cells will play a vital role in building a self-reliant, safe, and high-performance domestic EV ecosystem.
This latest development signals strong momentum for Ola and could inspire greater confidence among policymakers, investors, and consumers in homegrown battery innovations.
