New Delhi: In a significant step towards advancing India’s sustainable mobility ecosystem, Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and New & Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, will inaugurate a state-of-the-art EV Testing Facility at the Alipore Regional Laboratory in Kolkata on 10th September 2025.
The newly developed EV Testing Facility is equipped with advanced infrastructure to carry out comprehensive testing of electric vehicle batteries and components.
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The scope of testing includes electrical safety, FCC/ISED compliance, functional safety, durability, climate tests (IP, UV, corrosion), and material safety such as flammability and glow wire analysis.
By offering internationally recognized certifications, the facility will provide manufacturers—particularly in eastern India—reliable services to ensure compliance with global and domestic standards. This will enable early fault detection, improve product reliability, and enhance user confidence in EVs.
EV Testing Facility: National Benchmark for Quality Assurance
The establishment of the EV Testing Facility underscores the Government of India’s commitment to building a robust EV ecosystem. It aims to reduce import dependency while empowering domestic manufacturers with affordable and high-quality testing solutions.
The National Test House (NTH) will reinforce its role as a key enabler in India’s green mobility transition and strengthen India’s global standing in quality assurance infrastructure.
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Aligning with India’s 30@30 EV Adoption Goal
Electric Vehicles are central to India’s strategy for reducing carbon emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.
With the national target of achieving 30% EV penetration by 2030, this new EV Testing Facility will play a crucial role in ensuring that vehicles and their components undergo rigorous validation and certification to meet both national and international standards.
