Amid a challenging financial year for the country, EV sales in Kerala are soaring. As the fiscal 2025-26 came to an end, the South state recorded an all-time high of EV two-wheeler sales as compared to previous financial years.
While India saw a record 20.5 per cent year-on-year growth in EV two-wheeler sales, Kerala recorded a whopping 102 per cent year-on-year growth.
Sizing up from around 36,800 units sold in FY2024-25, more than 74,300 units were sold in Kerala in FY2025-26 that ended this March, according to the latest VAHAN portal.
Considering that only 2,734 units were sold in FY2023-24, EV two-wheeler sales have shown sharp yet consistent growth over the last three years.
This growth is also characterised by a steady decrease in sales of petrol scooters. From around 1.5 crore units being sold in fiscal 2024, the sales have dropped to around 2 lakh by the end of this financial year. This shows a clear trend of more consumers actively choosing EV two-wheelers over petrol-powered ones.
“Initially, the ₹10,000 subsidy offered was what tempted me to buy an electric scooter. But now, it is much more convenient, and considerably reduces my expenditure. I spend around only ₹300 for charging every month,” said Navya from Thiruvananthapuram.
Gig workers from apps like Swiggy, Zomato, and Blinkit are an essential part of this population, who rely on a cheap, personal commute. With a large share of the urban population choosing two-wheelers for commuting and rising fuel prices, this trend cannot be dismissed as a passing phase.
But not everyone is a fan. “I don’t plan on switching to an electric scooter anytime soon. EVs are a relatively new concept, and I bought my scooter just three years ago, when EVs weren’t trending. Even if I switch, charging ports are scarce compared to the number of fuel stations,” said Aniket from Kochi.
While concerns around charging ports and accessibility remain, the rise in adoption suggests that EV two-wheelers are no longer a niche alternative but a mainstream choice.
