Archive · 3 Jan 2026
India Proposes Aadhaar-like IDs for EV Batteries
The Indian transport ministry has suggested giving each electric vehicle (EV) battery a special number, like an Aadhaar ID, to track it from start to finish.
This 21-character Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN) will help monitor the battery's life, including its use, recycling, and disposal.
The idea is to make the battery system more transparent, accountable, and eco-friendly.
EV batteries are a priority because they make up most of India's lithium-ion battery demand.
The plan is to involve various stakeholders, like manufacturers and recyclers, to make sure the system works well.
The BPAN will be placed on the battery in a way that it won't get destroyed or fade over time.
Any major changes to the battery, like recycling or repurposing, will get a new BPAN.
India's transport ministry proposes a 21-character Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN) for EV batteries.
BPAN will track batteries from raw material extraction to final disposal for better traceability and recycling.
EV batteries are prioritized due to their significant demand and safety implications.
The framework will be implemented through the Automotive Industry Standard (AIS) process.
Stakeholders, including manufacturers, recyclers, and regulators, will be involved in the implementation.
- Who
- Indian transport ministry
- What
- Proposed Aadhaar-like unique IDs for EV batteries
- When
- Draft guidelines issued on January 3, 2026
- Where
- India
- Why
- To ensure traceability, efficient recycling, and sustainability
- Proposed ID
- Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN)
- ID Length
- 21 characters
- Coverage
- EV and industrial batteries above 2 kWh
- Purpose
- Traceability, recycling, and sustainability
- Priority
- EV batteries due to scale and safety
- Implementation
- Through Automotive Industry Standard (AIS)
- Stakeholders
- Manufacturers, recyclers, regulators, and testing agencies
- EV Battery Demand
- 80-90% of India's total lithium-ion battery demand
Sources
Transport ministry proposes Aadhaar-like number to EV batteries for efficient traceability
Transport ministry proposes Aadhaar-like number to EV batteries for efficient traceability
Govt proposes aadhaar like ID for EV batteries to ensure traceability and recycling
