India’s electric two-wheeler market had a strong September. Official VAHAN registration data shows that the six leading brands together sold about 179,925 units, up roughly 11.5% from the 161,406 units they registered in August. Buyers appear to have moved early into festive-season shopping, and manufacturers helped them along with exchange bonuses, low-interest financing schemes and limited-edition variants.
TVS stayed at the top. Bajaj Chetak followed closely, and VIDA, Hero’s electric brand, posted the sharpest jump of the group. Ola was the only brand in the top six to see a decline.
Below is a full look at the numbers, brand by brand.
September 2026 vs August 2026: the numbers
| Rank | Brand | September 2026 (units) | August 2026 (units) | Month-on-month change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TVS | 53,990 | 49,286 | +9.5% |
| 2 | Bajaj Chetak | 48,383 | 41,341 | +17.0% |
| 3 | Ather | 30,479 | 29,069 | +4.9% |
| 4 | VIDA (Hero) | 24,307 | 19,144 | +27.0% |
| 5 | Ola | 13,449 | 13,941 | -3.5% |
| 6 | Ampere | 9,317 | 8,625 | +8.0% |
Source: VAHAN registration data. The ranking covers the top six brands only, not the entire electric two-wheeler market.
Why September was a busy month?
The source data points to a mix of reasons behind the surge. The festive season began early this year, and brands competed hard for buyers with cash discounts, exchange offers and easy financing. Support from regional EV policy frameworks and a growing network of urban charging points also helped.
One caution is worth keeping in mind. Registration numbers show how many vehicles were actually put on the road in a month, which makes them a reliable guide to real retail demand. But a single festive month does not make a trend. The October and November numbers will show whether this level holds once the offers fade.
Brand-by-brand analysis
1. TVS: 53,990 units (+9.5%)
TVS kept the number one spot, registering 53,990 units against 49,286 in August. Its growth of 9.5% was steady rather than dramatic, but it was enough to protect its lead. TVS accounted for about 30% of the sales among the top six brands.
2. Bajaj Chetak: 48,383 units (+17.0%)
Chetak stayed in second place and grew faster than TVS, rising from 41,341 to 48,383 units. That narrowed the picture a little at the top, though TVS still finished about 5,600 units ahead. Bajaj’s share among the top six was close to 27%. The source credits festive positioning and demand for the Chetak lineup for the gain.
3. Ather: 30,479 units (+4.9%)
Ather held third place with 30,479 units, up from 29,069. Its growth was the second slowest in the group, but the brand stayed comfortably ahead of VIDA, with a gap of about 6,200 units. Ather’s retail expansion and product performance were cited as supports for its numbers.
4. VIDA (Hero): 24,307 units (+27.0%)
VIDA was the standout of the month. It went from 19,144 to 24,307 units, a rise of 27.0%, the fastest in the top six. It stays in fourth place, but the gap with Ather has narrowed compared with August. If VIDA keeps growing at anything close to this pace, it will be the brand to watch in the coming months.
5. Ola: 13,449 units (-3.5%)
Ola was the only brand to lose ground, slipping from 13,941 to 13,449 units. The fall is small, but in a month when the overall top six grew by around 11.5%, standing still means losing share. The source links the dip to the competitive pressure of the pre-festive period. Ola still remains well ahead of Ampere in fifth place.
6. Ampere: 9,317 units (+8.0%)
Ampere completed the top six with 9,317 units, up from 8,625. Its steady 8.0% growth reflects continued demand for its value-focused range.
Market share among the top six
Based on the September figures above, here is how the 179,925 units were divided:
- TVS: about 30.0%
- Bajaj Chetak: about 26.9%
- Ather: about 16.9%
- VIDA: about 13.5%
- Ola: about 7.5%
- Ampere: about 5.2%
Together, TVS and Bajaj Chetak accounted for more than half of all units sold by the six brands. These shares are calculated within the top six only. They are not full-market shares, since other brands also sell electric two-wheelers in India.
What this means for buyers?
If you are thinking of buying an electric scooter, the festive period is when brands compete most aggressively on price and finance. It is worth comparing exchange bonuses, financing rates and variant availability at your local dealer before deciding. Sales rankings are a useful signal of a brand’s popularity and service reach, but they should not be the only factor. Range, battery warranty, service network in your city and on-road price matter just as much.
Key takeaways
- The top six brands sold about 179,925 units in September 2026, up around 11.5% on August.
- TVS led with 53,990 units, followed by Bajaj Chetak with 48,383.
- VIDA grew fastest at 27.0%, and Bajaj Chetak followed at 17.0%.
- Ola was the only brand to decline, by 3.5%.
- The brand order was the same as in August, but the gaps shifted.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the top-selling electric two-wheeler brand in India for September 2026?
- TVS ranked first with 53,990 units sold, according to VAHAN registration data.
How many electric scooters did TVS sell in September 2026?
- TVS sold 53,990 units, up 9.5% from 49,286 units in August 2026.
How did Bajaj Chetak perform in September 2026?
- Bajaj Chetak took second place with 48,383 units, a rise of 17.0% from 41,341 units in August.
Which brand grew the fastest in September 2026?
- VIDA (Hero) grew fastest among the top six, with sales rising 27.0% from 19,144 to 24,307 units.
How did Ola Electric perform in September 2026?
- Ola registered 13,449 units, a 3.5% decline from 13,941 units in August 2026.
