Mysuru is witnessing a notable rise in the registration of electric two-wheelers, indicating a shift in local consumer preferences toward cleaner mobility solutions. According to data from the Mysuru East Regional Transport Office (RTO), a total of 1,424 electric vehicles were registered in the first 10 months of the current 2025-26 fiscal year, surpassing the 1,225 registrations recorded in the entire 2024-25 fiscal year — a growth of around 16 per cent year-on-year. The majority of these newly registered vehicles are electric scooters, underscoring strong demand in the two-wheeler segment.
While electric two-wheelers lead the surge, passenger electric cars have shown increased interest as well, with 20 EV cars registered by mid-January 2026 compared to 12 in the previous full year. This reflects a broader trend of EV uptake in Mysuru, even as scooters and motorcycles continue to dominate due to their affordability and everyday utility.
Local industry observers cite several reasons for the heightened interest in electric two-wheelers. Rising petrol and diesel prices have made traditional vehicles more expensive to operate, pushing buyers to consider cost-effective alternatives. At the same time, improvements in battery life and performance have helped ease range-anxiety concerns among prospective adopters. Government incentives, such as reduced registration fees for EVs and expanding charging infrastructure, have also played a crucial role in encouraging purchase decisions.
Another key driver of the EV momentum in Mysuru is the increased adoption of electric two-wheelers by gig-economy and delivery fleet operators. With lower running costs and simplified maintenance, EVs have become particularly popular with last-mile delivery riders and freelance drivers who accumulate high daily mileage. These operational advantages make EVs an economically compelling choice over conventional internal combustion engine vehicles.
However, growth is not uniform across all parts of the city. In the Mysuru West RTO jurisdiction, EV registrations reportedly declined over the last calendar year. Authorities have attributed this drop to a change in registration rules that now allow vehicle owners to register vehicles anywhere within Karnataka, leading to fewer localized registrations. Despite this, Mysuru West has historically remained a significant hub for EV registrations in the city.
The rising number of EV registrations in Mysuru mirrors a larger national trend, where electric two-wheelers continue to lead EV adoption across India. Industry data shows that electric two-wheelers account for a majority share of EV registrations nationwide, highlighting their central role in the country’s transition to sustainable transportation. Continued investment in charging stations and supportive policies are expected to further strengthen adoption in tier-II cities like Mysuru in the years ahead.
