Launch · Mobility & Logistics
Ola cell gets safety certification for in-house battery
By Startup Enthusiast ·

- Date
- Company
- Ola Electric
- What it does
- Makes electric vehicle batteries
- Kind
- Launch
- Sector
- Mobility & Logistics
What they do
Ola Cell Technologies manufactures battery cells for electric vehicles and energy storage
What happened
The company received BIS certification for its new LFP cylindrical cell under Indian safety standards
Why it matters
This approval allows Ola to integrate the cell into products starting next quarter
The details
- Ola Cell Technologies received BIS certification for its in-house LFP 46100 cylindrical cell.
- It is the first Indian company to get this compliance under IS 16046 standards.
- The certification covers electrical, mechanical, environmental, and transportation-safety evaluations.
- Tests were conducted at a NABL-accredited facility to ensure quality and safety.
- Ola unveiled the 46100 LFP cell in April 2026 as part of its vertical integration strategy.
- The board approved ₹500 Cr investment in Ola Cell Technologies last month.
- Another ₹1,500 Cr infusion was approved for the vehicle manufacturing arm Ola Electric Technologies.
- The gigafactory installation is largely complete with commercialisation expected by end of Q1 FY27.
The bigger picture
- This marks a significant step in India's push for domestic battery manufacturing.
- Reducing reliance on imported cell technologies strengthens local supply chain resilience.
- Dual-chemistry platform aims to lower costs and improve lifecycle performance for EVs.
About the business
- Ola Electric manufactures electric scooters including the S1 series and Roadster motorcycles.
- Energy products include home backup systems like Ola Shakti and solar charge controllers.
- The company operates 590 service centres and trains mechanics for EV readiness.
- LFP cells target EVs and stationary energy storage where cost and durability matter.
- Existing NMC 4680 Bharat Cell shares architecture with the new LFP 46100 cell.
- Shares ended 2.56% higher at ₹43.63 on BSE following recent news.
- Net loss narrowed 43% YoY to ₹500 Cr in Q4 FY26 despite revenue slump.
What happens next
- LFP cells will be integrated into Ola products starting next quarter.
- Plans exist to expand gigafactory capacity to 20 GWh via capital raise.
- Commercialisation of the gigafactory is expected by end of Q1 FY27.
Founders
- Bhavish Aggarwal, Founder
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