Ola Electric Mobility announced that it has secured Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for its शक्ति 9.1kWh residential battery energy storage system. The certification marks a crucial regulatory milestone for India's first domestically designed, engineered, and manufactured residential BESS solution powered by 4680 Bharat Cells.

Certification Details and Standards Compliance

The BIS license was granted in conformance to IS 16242 (PART1) : 2025/ IEC 62040-1: 2017 standards, tested by a BIS recognized testing laboratory. The शक्ति system underwent comprehensive safety evaluations covering multiple critical parameters:

Product Specifications and Delivery Timeline

The शक्ति system offers automotive-grade safety with high-efficiency performance and zero running costs. Key technical features include instant 0 ms changeover time, wide input voltage range of 170V-270V for appliance protection, and IP67-rated batteries tested for dust, water, and monsoon conditions. Deliveries are scheduled to start by end-January 2026.

Market Positioning and Applications

The system can power various appliances including air conditioners, refrigerators, induction cookers, farm pumps, and communication equipment. With backup capacity of up to 1.50 hours on full load and fast charging capabilities, शक्ति positions itself as a comprehensive alternative to conventional lead-acid inverters and diesel generators.

An Ola Electric spokesperson emphasized the certification's significance: "With the BIS certification of शक्ति 9.1kWh, we are ready to deliver our first residential BESS units. This is an important step in our journey as we reimagine how India will store and consume energy."

Distribution and Availability

The शक्ति systems are available through Ola Electric's direct-to-customer network, including the company website and over 4,000 Ola Electric stores across India. The company maintains the largest company-owned network of automotive experience centres in the country, supported by manufacturing at the Ola Futurefactory in Tamil Nadu and R&D operations spanning India, the UK, and the US.

Ola Electric Mobility Limited has announced a strategic expansion of its 4680 Bharat Cell platform, making it accessible to businesses and startups while providing specific delivery timelines for its residential energy storage solutions. The Bengaluru-based company is diversifying its operations to capture opportunities across multiple sectors including automotive, robotics, and medical equipment.

Platform Access Expansion

The company has opened direct sales of its 4680 Bharat Cell platform to businesses and startups, enabling applications across diverse sectors. Organizations can now purchase individual 4680 Bharat Cells or opt for the 1.5kWh 4680 Bharat Cell battery pack for various applications.

Residential Energy Storage Timeline

Ola Electric has provided specific delivery schedules for its residential Battery Energy Storage System, Ola Shakti, which is now available for purchase with staggered delivery timelines based on capacity.

Electric Vehicle Portfolio Progress

The company continues to strengthen its electric vehicle offerings with active deliveries of its flagship models powered by the 4680 Bharat Cell technology.

Roadster X+ Launch

Ola Electric has commenced deliveries of its flagship motorcycle, the Roadster X+ 9.1kWh, which offers an impressive range of up to 500 kilometers on a single charge. The vehicle is powered by the company's in-house 4680 Bharat Cell technology.

S1 Pro+ Scale-Up

The company has scaled up pan-India deliveries of the S1 Pro+ 5.2kWh model, demonstrating improved production capabilities and market reach across the country.

Strategic Vision

According to a company spokesperson, the 4680 Bharat Cell serves as the core of the company's in-house energy and mobility ecosystem, now scaling well beyond consumer vehicles and residential energy applications. The platform enables businesses to rapidly build and scale their products using either individual cells or the complete battery pack solution.

The company positions Ola Shakti as representing a fundamental shift in how Indians will access, control, and consume energy, designed as a portable, on-demand resource for modern Indian households, farms, and businesses.