Ola Electric has secured ARAI certification for its 4680 Bharat Cell battery packs in 5.2 kWh configuration. Ola Electric is the first EV company in India to get certification for completely in-house developed 4680 Bharat Cell battery pack. The company will soon begin deliveries of its vehicles powered by its own 4680 Bharat Cell battery packs.
Ola’s Milestone Achievement
October 28, 2025 – Ola Electric announced that its indigenously developed & manufactured 4680 Bharat Cell battery packs in 5.2 kWh configuration has secured ARAI certification under the latest AIS-156 Amendment 4 standards.
Battery Pack Specifications
With this certification, Ola will begin rolling out vehicles powered by its own 4680 Bharat Cells. The certified pack will debut on the S1 Pro+ (5.2 kWh) making the S1 Ola’s first vehicle to be powered by its homegrown cell technology.
Statements From Ola Electric
According to Ola Electric, “With the ARAI certification of our 4680 Bharat Cell battery pack, we are ready to deliver our first vehicles powered by our own cells. This is a defining milestone in our mission to build India’s EV technology leadership and reduce reliance on global supply chains.”
Vertical Integration
Ola has been using third-party cells across its scooter and motorcycle line-ups, all certified under AIS-156. Ola has taken a step towards vertical integration in EVs with the expansion to 5.2 kWh battery pack built on its own 4680 Bharat Cells. This is expected to significantly enhance range, performance, and improve unit economics.
Testing and Safety
The certification process for the 4680 packs involved rigorous testing, covering safety, electrical reliability, and performance across climate and operating conditions. Key tests successfully cleared include water immersion, vibration durability, and thermal shock resistance.
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