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EV Charging Station Franchise
in India
Explore the EarthtronEV franchise model, investment options, charger configurations, location assessment, installation process and company-operated support.
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What is EarthtronEV?
EarthtronEV is a technology company that offers E Franchise opportunities in EV Charging with a low minimum investment amount and lifetime Income.
Process
How EarthtronEV Works?
Earthtron EV manages the end to end journey for your franchise, charging management and monthly returns.
Acquires land and sets up EV station
License the station to franchisee
Operate and provide automated returns to franchisee
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Investment
Investment by Charger Type
Exact figures depend on your site’s power availability, civil work and land arrangement — this table shows the typical range for each charger capacity.
EarthtronEV’s franchise investment ranges from ₹10L for a 40kW charger to over ₹1Cr for a 480kW depot setup.
Last updated: September 2026
| Charger | Typical use case | Space required | Hardware cost | Full setup cost* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 kW | Small commercial sites, 2W/3W hubs, offices | ~100–150 sq ft (1–2 bays) | ₹6L – ₹9L | ₹10L – ₹14L |
| 60 kW | Commercial hubs, cab-aggregator stations | ~150–200 sq ft (2 bays) | ₹7L – ₹15L | ₹14L – ₹20L |
| 150 kW | Highway corridors, fleet fast-charging | ~250–350 sq ft (2–3 bays + transformer) | ₹12L – ₹40L (ultra-fast bracket) | ₹28L – ₹45L |
| 180 kW | Highway / premium fleet sites | ~300–400 sq ft | ₹28L – ₹42L | ₹40L – ₹55L |
| 240 kW | High-traffic, multi-gun highway hub | ~400–600 sq ft | ₹35L – ₹55L | ₹55L – ₹75L |
| 360 kW | Bus / truck depot, ultra-fast hub | ~600–900 sq ft | ₹55L – ₹80L | ₹80L – ₹95L |
| 480 kW | Large multi-vehicle ultra-fast depot | ~800–1,200+ sq ft | ₹70L – ₹95L+ | ₹95L – ₹1Cr+ |
40 kW₹10L – ₹14L
Small commercial sites, 2W/3W hubs, offices
- Space required
- ~100–150 sq ft (1–2 bays)
- Hardware cost
- ₹6L – ₹9L
60 kW₹14L – ₹20L
Commercial hubs, cab-aggregator stations
- Space required
- ~150–200 sq ft (2 bays)
- Hardware cost
- ₹7L – ₹15L
150 kW₹28L – ₹45L
Highway corridors, fleet fast-charging
- Space required
- ~250–350 sq ft (2–3 bays + transformer)
- Hardware cost
- ₹12L – ₹40L (ultra-fast bracket)
180 kW₹40L – ₹55L
Highway / premium fleet sites
- Space required
- ~300–400 sq ft
- Hardware cost
- ₹28L – ₹42L
240 kW₹55L – ₹75L
High-traffic, multi-gun highway hub
- Space required
- ~400–600 sq ft
- Hardware cost
- ₹35L – ₹55L
360 kW₹80L – ₹95L
Bus / truck depot, ultra-fast hub
- Space required
- ~600–900 sq ft
- Hardware cost
- ₹55L – ₹80L
480 kW₹95L – ₹1Cr+
Large multi-vehicle ultra-fast depot
- Space required
- ~800–1,200+ sq ft
- Hardware cost
- ₹70L – ₹95L+
*Full setup cost includes civil work, electrical connection/transformer upgrade, land (leased or annualised), CMS software and permits — not just the charger hardware. Figures are indicative; your site-specific quote may vary. See the full EV charging franchise cost breakdown for a detailed walkthrough.
End-to-End Franchise Solution
What Services Are Included in the Franchise Cost?
From Finding the Right Site to Going Live — We Handle It End-to-End.
With an EarthtronEV franchise, you don’t have to figure out the EV charging business piece by piece. Our team manages the entire journey — from selecting the site to switching on the charger.
Your role is simple: choose your franchise investment and let us take care of the rest.
01
Site Search & Selection
We help identify suitable locations and search for land/sites with strong EV charging potential.
02
Site & Revenue Assessment
Our team evaluates the location, traffic potential, local EV demand and commercial viability to determine whether the site makes business sense.
03
Land Procurement / Lease Assistance
We assist with the process of procuring or arranging the site on lease, wherever applicable.
04
Technical Site Survey
Our technical team assesses the site, including electrical infrastructure, available load, connectivity and other requirements.
05
Load Assessment & Charger Configuration
We determine the appropriate electrical load and recommend the right charger configuration based on the site's technical and commercial potential.
06
EV Electricity Connection
We manage the process for the dedicated EV electricity connection, including coordination for the required load and related requirements.
07
Transformer & Electrical Infrastructure
Where required, transformer and associated electrical infrastructure are planned and arranged as part of the complete charging solution.
08
Charger Procurement & Supply
We source and supply the selected charger configuration, taking care of the procurement process for you.
09
Installation & Commissioning
Our technical team handles charger installation, electrical integration, testing and commissioning.
10
CMS & Charger Integration
The charger is integrated with the required software and charging management systems so that your station can go live as a connected EV charging point.
11
Go-Live & Operational Support
Once everything is ready, we take the station through commissioning and go-live, helping you move from investment to an operational charging business.
One Partner. One Complete Solution.
From site selection → feasibility → land/lease → electrical assessment → EV connection → transformer → charger → installation → commissioning → live station, we manage the complete process.
How to Start
How to Start an EV Charging Station
Tell us your preferred investment level, location and business objective — EarthtronEV takes it from there.
01
Inquiry & Investment Level
Share your name, phone, email, preferred location and how much you want to invest.
02
Site & Revenue Assessment
EarthtronEV evaluates traffic potential, local EV demand and commercial viability for your site (or helps find one).
03
Technical Survey & Charger Selection
Electrical load, connectivity and site readiness are assessed; the right charger configuration is recommended.
04
Agreement & Charger Procurement
The franchise agreement is signed and your charger is sourced from EarthtronEV's technology partners.
05
Electrical Connection & Installation
EV electricity connection, transformer (where required) and charger installation are coordinated end to end.
06
CMS Integration & Commissioning
The charger is integrated with the charging management system, tested and commissioned.
07
Go-Live & Ongoing Revenue
Your station goes live on the network. EarthtronEV provides ongoing operational support as you start earning.
Why Us
Why Partner with EarthtronEV
A managed model built so the charging station runs as a hands-off asset for the franchise partner.
EarthtronEV charging hardware is certified by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI).
Company-Operated (FOCO)
EarthtronEV runs the station day to day — activation, charging management, billing and maintenance. You are an investor, not an operator.
Revenue Share & Return Potential
Partner returns depend on station utilisation, tariff, operating costs, revenue-sharing terms and site performance. The franchise team can provide a site-specific commercial projection.
Established Network & Software
New stations plug into an existing charging network, CSMS platform and app rather than starting from zero.
Standards-Compliant Hardware
OCPP / OCPI support and CCS2 / Type-2 connectors keep the station interoperable and futureproof.
Strategic Site Selection
Locations are assessed for demand, power and feasibility before any commitment — not chosen on guesswork.
Transparent, Managed Process
One team coordinates feasibility, setup, licensing, activation and operations end to end.
Where It Works
Where EV Charging Stations Perform Best
Sites with steady vehicle flow, dwell time and reliable power make the strongest charging locations.
Highways & Expressways — Long-distance corridors where drivers need DC fast charging during a stop.
Fuel Station Forecourts — Existing footfall, parking and power — a natural fit for adding chargers.
Malls & Retail Parking — Shoppers dwell for 1–3 hours, ideal for AC and mid-power DC charging.
Hotels & Hospitality — Overnight and destination charging as a guest amenity.
Corporate Campuses — Employee and visitor charging through the working day.
Fleet & E-Truck Depots — Overnight and opportunity charging for logistics fleets, e-buses and electric trucks.
Technology
Technology & Standards
The hardware and software standards behind every EarthtronEV station.
Connectors & Protocols
OCPP 1.6J / 2.0.1
Open charge-point protocol for network communication
OCPI 2.2.1
Roaming interoperability across charging networks
CCS2 dual-gun DC
Fast-charging connector for cars and fleets
Type-2 AC
Standard connector for slower, overnight charging
Software & Operations
CSMS cloud platform
Central monitoring, billing and telemetry
Dynamic load management
Grid balancing to prevent overloads
IoT services & OTA updates
Remote diagnostics and firmware updates
Automated billing
Usage-based, automated partner settlements
Eligibility
Who Can Apply for an EarthtronEV Franchise?
You bring the ambition. We handle the charging. Our franchise model is designed to make entering the EV charging business surprisingly simple — you don’t need to be an electrical engineer, know how to select a charger, or figure out permissions and operations on your own.
- You do not need to be an electrical engineer.
- You do not need to know how to select a charger.
- You do not need to figure out permissions, electrical connections, installation or operations on your own.
We handle the difficult parts. You bring the investment and the intent to grow.
Who can apply?
An entrepreneur looking for a new business opportunityA property owner looking to monetise an existing locationA business owner adding EV charging to your existing operationsAn investor looking for a technology-led infrastructure businessA fleet or mobility operator building charging infrastructureAn existing EV industry player looking to expand your network
What do you need?
01
Investment capacity
You should have the funds required for the charger/franchise package you select.
02
A willingness to grow with EV adoption
You don't need to be an EV expert — EarthtronEV provides the expertise, technology and operational support.
03
A suitable location — where applicable
Have a location in mind? Great. Don't have one yet? That's not necessarily a deal-breaker — the team can assess feasibility and guide you.
04
Basic business documentation
Standard KYC and business-related documents may be required during onboarding.
General franchise-eligibility guidance for this page. Confirm the exact terms and documentation checklist for your application with the EarthtronEV team.
Certifications & Standards
Hardware and safety standards behind every EarthtronEV charger.
ARAI Certified Chargers
Charging hardware certified by the Automotive Research Association of India.
OCPP / OCPI Compliant
Open protocols keep stations interoperable across charging networks.
Additional OEM and hardware-partner certifications available on request from the EarthtronEV team.
Financing & Government Support
The Government of India’s PM E-DRIVE scheme (launched October 2024, ₹10,900 crore outlay, including ₹2,000 crore earmarked for charging infrastructure) supports the rollout of public EV charging stations, with subsidy support for eligible entities — including individuals partnering with CPSEs or state agencies — based on Bureau of Energy Efficiency cost benchmarks. Separately, asset-financing for EV charging equipment is available from several banks and NBFCs.
Read our full PM E-DRIVE subsidy guide
General, publicly available information — not a claim that EarthtronEV administers this subsidy or has confirmed bank tie-ups. Check current PM E-DRIVE eligibility and application details with the Ministry of Heavy Industries, and consult your bank or an NBFC for financing options. PM E-DRIVE guidelines ↗
The Network
An Established Network to Plug Into
EarthtronEV operates charging stations across Delhi–NCR and nearby highway corridors, with expansion into Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. New partner stations join the same network and platform.
Live across Delhi–NCR & highways
Stations named on the site include Murthal Highway, Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Rohtak and Shimla.
Expansion into smaller cities
Focus on Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets where public charging is still thin.
One network, one app
Drivers discover, use and pay at partner stations through the EarthtronEV network.
Company-operated maintenance
Every station on the network is maintained by EarthtronEV, not the individual partner.
About
About EarthtronEV
EarthtronEV is an EV charging infrastructure company that builds highway hubs, urban fast chargers, a Central Station Management System (CSMS) and franchise networks. It is operated by Electrecharge Solutions Pvt Ltd, was founded in 2022 by Ashish Deswal & Anamika Singh, and is headquartered in Faridabad.
The franchise programme runs on a Franchise Owned, Company Operated (FOCO) model: the partner invests in the station while EarthtronEV handles site selection, setup, licensing, activation, charging management, billing, operations and monthly returns settlement.
Electrecharge Solutions Pvt Ltd · 108, Fbd One Corporate Park, Main Mathura Road, Faridabad 121003
Company details compiled from public sources; verify with EarthtronEV before publishing.
5,000+
Active charging points
2022
Year founded
₹7.39 Cr
Revenue, FY25 (Tracxn)
40–480 kW
Charger capacities offered
Why Invest
Why Invest in an EV Charging Station
EV adoption in India is rising faster than public charging capacity, especially outside the metros. A well-placed charging station turns that demand into recurring revenue.
01
Recurring Revenue from Energy Sales
A charging station earns on every unit of energy it dispenses — an ongoing income stream rather than a one-time sale.
02
A Hands-Off Asset
Under the FOCO model EarthtronEV runs the station, so the partner is not managing staff, uptime or billing day to day.
03
Transparent Monthly Payouts
Returns are settled every month with a statement of sessions and energy, so performance is visible.
04
Locations Chosen on Data
Sites are assessed for traffic, dwell time and power before commitment, reducing the risk of a poorly-placed station.
05
Backed by a Network
Partner stations are discoverable through the EarthtronEV app and network from day one.
General information only. EV charging returns depend on location, utilisation, tariffs, taxes and financing, and are not guaranteed.
Investors
What our investors are saying?
Aditya Manrai
I truly think you and your team have figured out a very interesting model and the best part is its transparent, friction-less and very simple. Great job!
Did you know?
India will need at least 5,00,000 charging points to sustainably charge the ever-increasing EVs by 2030.
Still Curious?
We are a friendly bunch. Reach out to us at franchise@earthtronev.com. Our expert investment advisors would be happy to provide you one-on-one personal assistance for your queries.
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FAQsFAQs on EV Charging
FAQs on EV Charging
Station Franchise
01Can I invest in EV Charging Stations Franchise?
Yes, you can invest in EV Charging Stations Franchise.
02How much space is required?
Minimum 150 Sqft or more.
03How much investment is required?
Starts from minimum Rs. 10 lacs. The Electrical Infra Cost may vary depending upon the location and other factors.
04How to start EV Charging Station business?
Share your interest with us, we evaluate your site for EV demand, you sign a simple agreement, we install the charger, handle all approvals and sign-offs, give you basic training, and your station goes live — while we take care of ongoing maintenance.
05What is the Return on Investment?
30% of the investment in annual return.
06Do I need to handle licenses or electricity approvals myself?
No — EarthtronEV takes care of all licenses, electricity board sign-offs, and testing before your station goes live.
07What training or support do I get after installation?
You'll get basic, hands-on training on operating your charging point, and EarthtronEV handles ongoing maintenance for you.