Advanced EV Testing Lab In Kolkata To Certify Batteries, Strengthen Domestic Manufacturing Ecosystem

ewUnion Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, is set to inaugurate a state-of-the-art Electric Vehicle (EV) Testing Facility at the Alipore Regional Laboratory in Kolkata on Wednesday (10 September).

The launch marks a significant step in India’s push towards sustainable mobility and its goal of achieving 30 per cent EV penetration by 2030 under the 30@30 mission.

The new facility is equipped with cutting-edge infrastructure to test EV batteries and components, according to an official statement.

This includes assessments for electrical safety, FCC/ISED compliance, functional safety, durability, and climate resilience such as IP, UV and corrosion testing.

It will also evaluate material integrity through flammability and glow wire tests. These advanced capabilities are expected to give manufacturers in eastern India access to internationally recognised testing and certification.

The statement also highlighted that the facility will act as a national benchmark for EV quality assurance, enabling early fault detection, ensuring compliance with stringent safety standards, and enhancing product reliability.

By offering affordable and robust testing services domestically, the centre aims to reduce import dependency while strengthening India’s EV ecosystem.

The initiative is also expected to instil greater consumer confidence in electric mobility.

With rigorous validation and certification, users can be assured of safer, more reliable EVs that meet both national and global standards.

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