Top 5 Manufacturers & Companies in the Indian Electric Motor Market

The India electric motor market reached a value of about INR 118.30 billion in 2024. The industry is further expected to grow at a CAGR of about 11% in the forecast period of 2025-2034 to attain INR 302.60 billion by 2034. As per the analysis by Expert Market Research, the market is expected to be driven by the rising use of the product in various industries.

Electro-mechanical devices, such as electric motors, operate on the principle of electromagnetic induction. They are highly efficient, long-lasting, low-maintenance, energy-efficient, and can endure strong voltage fluctuations. These are substantially less expensive than fossil-fuel engines.

The market growth is driven by the increased construction activity across the country. The market is also being aided by the government's current focus on adopting energy-efficient motors. The market is gaining momentum as the population of tier II and tier III cities is growing due to growing urbanisation. By implementing initiatives such as Make in India, Smart City Mission, AMRUT, affordable housing, and others, the government of India has played a significant role in the growth of this market. This is expected to boost the electric motor market in India during the forecast period.

India's electric motor market is supported by the country's growing construction activity. The biggest markets for electric motors in India are Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh. These states have played a critical part in the market's income generation. In the forecast period, the market will be boosted by many government programmes such as the Green Energy Corridor in Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh.

Latest News On Top Electric Motor Manufacturers in India:

In October 2024, Ashok Leyland partnered with Japan’s Nidec to develop e-drive motors for electric vehicles. These motors will power electric commercial vehicles, improving energy efficiency, torque delivery, and overall performance. The collaboration strengthens Ashok Leyland’s EV strategy and accelerates India’s transition to sustainable transportation.

In March 2024, EVR Motors became the first Israeli auto company to set up manufacturing in India. The facility will produce advanced electric motors for EVs, boosting local production and supporting India’s e-mobility growth. This expansion strengthens EV supply chains and accelerates innovation in electric powertrains.

In February 2024, EuroGroup Laminations entered India and signed a joint venture in China to enhance electric motor component production. The move strengthens its supply chain for EV motors and industrial applications, supporting the rising demand for high-efficiency electric powertrain solutions in global markets.

In March 2024, UK-based DG Innovate partnered with Evage Motors to establish EV motor production in Punjab. The collaboration aims to manufacture advanced electric motors, enhancing local EV production and supporting India's e-mobility expansion. This initiative strengthens the EV supply chain while fostering innovation in electric powertrain technology.

Top 5 Electric Motor Manufacturers in India | Market Leaders

1. Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL)

BHEL is one of India's largest manufacturing and engineering enterprises in the infrastructure and energy sectors and a leading power equipment manufacturer. BHEL provides a comprehensive portfolio of systems, products, and services to customers in transmission, power, transportation, water, renewables, defence and aerospace, oil and gas, and industry. With a widespread network of four regional offices, 16 manufacturing facilities, three active joint ventures, one subsidiary, three overseas offices, BHEL manufactures a wide range of high quality and reliable products adhering to national and international standards.

2. Kirloskar Electric Company Ltd.

Kirloskar Electric Company is one of India's leading manufacturers of power and electrical equipment. Kirloskar Electric manufactures AC motors, DC machines, AC generators, traction equipment, electronics, switchgear, transformers and undertakes turnkey electrical projects. The company has built on its core capabilities of prime engineering and technological skills complemented by world-class manufacturing facilities. The company's products have made a significant contribution to India's rapidly growing economy.

3. Toshiba Mitsubishi-Electric Industrial Systems Corporation (TMEIC)

TMEIC (Toshiba Mitsubishi-Electric Industrial Systems Corporation) designs, develops, and engineers’ large AC and DC motors, advanced automation systems, photovoltaic inverters, and variable frequency drives. TMEIC specialises in metals, material handling, oil and gas, renewable energy, mining, testing, and other industrial markets worldwide. The company also specialises in rotating machinery, automatic stacking cranes, design, build, commission and test, and drive and control upgrades, among others.

4. Marathon Electric India

Marathon Electric has been providing customers with quality products for targeted applications. The company has two strategic product lines: generators and motors. Marathon Electric is a part of the Regal Beloit family of companies. Regal Beloit Corporation is a global leader in electrical and mechanical motion control and power generation products.

5. Bharat Bijlee Limited

Bharat Bijlee is a public-listed electrical engineering company. Its primary business segments are projects, electric motors, transformers, magnet technology machines, and drives and automation. The company has a sales and service network across India and global markets. The company's manufacturing facilities are located in Airoli, Navi Mumbai, on a 1,93,000 square meters campus. It is the first company to manufacture Super Premium Efficiency IE4 motors in India under the brand name SynchroVERT.