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Updated On: 01-Dec-2025 05:53 AM
VinFast to enter India’s electric bus market by August 2026 with 6–12m e-buses, talks with STUs, major EV plans, and investment in Tamil Nadu.
VinFast electric buses to arrive in India by August 2026.
Talks with five states to secure orders.
Buses offer a 260 km range and a 281 kWh battery.
Part of VinFast’s $2 billion India plan.
Supported by government schemes like PM E-Drive.
Vietnamese EV maker VinFast is preparing to expand its India portfolio with the launch of electric buses by August 2026, marking a major step in its long-term commitment to the Indian market. This move will come after the company rolls out its electric two-wheelers and introduces its GSM ride-hailing service next year.
VinFast Asia CEO Pham Sanh Chau confirmed that the company will bring its electric buses to India by August 2026.
He said electric buses will play a key role in shifting India’s public transport from diesel buses to clean, sustainable mobility.
The company is currently in discussions with State Transport Undertakings (STUs) from:
Maharashtra
Tamil Nadu
Uttar Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh
Telangana
These discussions aim to secure early orders for VinFast’s bus lineup.
VinFast’s electric bus lineup includes models ranging from 6 meters to 12 meters.
These buses are:
Already running in Vietnam
Newly introduced in Europe
Capable of up to 260 km range on one charge
Powered by a 281 kWh battery
VinFast began selling its electric cars in India in September 2025, starting with the VF 6 and VF 7. The company already has around 26 dealerships and plans major expansion in 2026, including:
Launch of electric two-wheelers in H2 2026
Introduction of the GSM ride-hailing service by August 2026
India’s shift toward electric buses is strongly backed by the government through:
PM E-bus Sewa
PM E-Drive Scheme
The PM E-Drive, launched in October 2024 with an outlay of ₹10,900 crore, includes ₹4,391 crore dedicated to promoting electric buses for urban transport. Electric bus penetration in India is expected to reach 20–30% by 2030.
While Chau did not confirm electric bus manufacturing in India yet, he said VinFast will aim for 100% localisation in the future. VinFast has already committed $2 billion (₹16,000 crore) in India, with $500 million invested to build its plant in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. The facility currently produces 50,000 electric cars annually, expandable to 150,000 units.
Major players in India’s electric bus segment include:
PMI Electro Mobility
Recently, CESL opened India’s largest electric bus tender for 10,900 buses under the PM E-Drive scheme.
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VinFast’s entry into India’s electric bus market marks a strong push toward cleaner public transport. With state discussions ongoing, a diverse bus lineup, and major investments already underway, the company aims to play a significant role in India’s EV transition. Supported by government schemes and rising demand, VinFast’s upcoming launches, ranging from e-buses to two-wheelers and ride-hailing services, position it as a major new player in India’s fast-growing EV ecosystem.