India’s electric passenger vehicle market has achieved a major milestone in 2026, with sales crossing the 3 lakh mark for the first time. The growing demand for electric cars, SUVs and MPVs has pushed the industry to a new high, with Tata Motors continuing to dominate the market.
According to VAHAN registration data, India recorded 3,04,701 electric passenger vehicle sales between January 1 and November 9, 2026. This represents a 66% increase compared to the corresponding period last year. Interestingly, the achievement comes with around one and a half months still remaining in the calendar year.
The latest figures also highlight a significant change in the competitive landscape. While Tata Motors has maintained its leading position, Mahindra has moved ahead of JSW MG Motor to become India’s second-largest electric passenger vehicle manufacturer.
Electric Car Sales in India Grow 56% Compared to 2025
The electric passenger vehicle segment has recorded strong growth this year. During the entire calendar year 2025, manufacturers sold 1,95,571 electric passenger vehicles in India.
By November 9, 2026, the total had already reached 3,04,701 units. This means the market has recorded approximately 1.09 lakh more sales than the entire previous year, representing a growth of around 56%.
Monthly sales momentum has also remained encouraging. June 2026 became the first month in which electric passenger vehicle sales crossed 30,000 units. The market continued to maintain this momentum over the following months, with September recording the highest monthly sales figure so far.
Tata Motors Maintains Its Position as India’s EV Leader
Tata Motors continues to hold the top position in India’s electric passenger vehicle market. The company recorded 1,20,895 electric vehicle sales between January 1 and November 9, 2026.
This is approximately 58% higher than the 76,644 units sold during the entire calendar year 2025. Tata Motors currently holds around 40% of the electric passenger vehicle market.
The company’s electric vehicle portfolio includes six models, offering customers options across different vehicle segments.
The Tata Nexon EV remains the company’s best-selling electric vehicle. Meanwhile, the updated Tiago EV and Punch EV have also contributed to the growing demand for Tata’s electric car range.
Mahindra Overtakes MG Motor to Secure Second Position
One of the biggest developments in India’s electric car market is Mahindra’s rise to the second position.
Mahindra & Mahindra recorded 69,660 electric SUV sales during the January 1 to November 9 period in 2026. With a market share of approximately 23%, the company has moved ahead of JSW MG Motor.
The growing presence of Mahindra’s electric SUV portfolio has helped the automaker strengthen its position in the competitive EV market.
This development also highlights the increasing competition among Indian and international manufacturers as demand for electric SUVs continues to expand.
JSW MG Motor Holds Third Position
JSW MG Motor secured the third position in the electric passenger vehicle segment, recording 56,988 units during the period.
The company currently holds around 19% of the market. Its Windsor EV continues to be its best-selling electric vehicle in India.
For comparison, JSW MG Motor sold 57,239 electric vehicles during the entire calendar year 2025. Its market share stood at approximately 29% last year.
Although the company remains one of the leading EV manufacturers, Mahindra’s stronger performance has changed the ranking in 2026.
VinFast and Maruti Suzuki Complete the Top Five
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has secured the fourth position in India’s electric passenger vehicle market.
The company, which entered the Indian market around 15 months ago, recorded 15,867 vehicle sales during the January 1 to November 9 period. It currently holds approximately 5% market share.
Maruti Suzuki occupies the fifth position with 12,390 units of its e-Vitara electric SUV sold during the same period. The company holds around 4% market share.
The e-Vitara recorded its highest monthly sales in June, with 2,010 units sold during that month.
Electric Two-Wheelers Continue to Dominate India’s EV Market
While electric passenger vehicles are gaining popularity, electric two-wheelers continue to account for the largest share of India’s overall electric vehicle market.
According to the available figures, India recorded approximately 29.7 lakh electric vehicle sales across different categories during 2026 up to November 9.
Electric two-wheelers accounted for around 18.5 lakh units, representing approximately 62% of total EV sales. Electric three-wheelers followed with 7,85,965 units and a market share of around 26%.
Electric passenger vehicles, including cars, SUVs and MPVs, contributed 3,04,701 units, taking their share to approximately 10%. This is an improvement from the 8% share recorded in 2025.
Meanwhile, electric commercial vehicles recorded 28,865 units, accounting for approximately 1% of the overall market.
What the Latest EV Sales Figures Indicate
Crossing 3 lakh electric passenger vehicle sales before the end of 2026 marks an important development for India’s automobile industry.
Tata Motors’ continued leadership, Mahindra’s rise to second place and the growing presence of manufacturers such as VinFast indicate that competition in the electric vehicle segment is becoming stronger.
With electric SUVs gaining popularity and more manufacturers expanding their EV portfolios, the coming months could bring further changes to India’s electric passenger vehicle market.
