Ola Electric has achieved a significant milestone in India's battery manufacturing journey after receiving Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for its indigenously developed 46100 lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell. The certification makes Ola the first Indian company to earn BIS approval for a locally developed battery cell in the 46100 cylindrical format.
The certified cell has been developed by Ola Cell Technologies, the battery manufacturing arm of Ola Electric, and marks another step towards reducing India's dependence on imported battery technologies.
Expands Ola's In-House Battery Portfolio
The newly certified 46100 LFP cell joins Ola's growing portfolio of battery technologies, which already includes its NMC-based 4680 Bharat Cell. With both chemistries now under development, the company is aiming to build a diversified battery ecosystem capable of serving electric vehicles as well as future energy storage applications.
According to Ola, the LFP cell has been engineered with extensive localisation across materials, components and manufacturing processes, highlighting the company's increasing focus on domestic battery development.
Passed Multiple Safety And Reliability Tests
To secure BIS certification, the battery cell underwent a series of rigorous evaluations at an accredited testing facility. These included thermal, mechanical, environmental and electrical safety assessments designed to validate performance under demanding operating conditions.
The cell has also met additional Indian and international safety standards, including transportation and reliability requirements, further strengthening its readiness for commercial deployment.
Focus On Long Life And Safety
Ola says the 46100 LFP cell has been designed for applications where durability, safety and affordability are as important as performance. The battery delivers an energy density exceeding 170 Wh/kg and is being developed with a target lifespan of more than 4,000 charge-discharge cycles.
Such characteristics make LFP chemistry particularly attractive for electric mobility and stationary energy storage solutions, where long-term reliability is a key requirement.
