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Simple Energy Raises ₹250 Crore in Series B Funding to Expand EV Manufacturing, R&D and Market Presence

By Editorial Team Last updated Jun 6, 2026

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Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Simple Energy has successfully closed its ₹250 crore Series B funding round through a mix of debt and equity financing. The fresh capital will be utilized to expand EV Manufacturing capacity, strengthen research and development, enhance sales and marketing initiatives, and accelerate the company’s growth plans.

Simple Energy, a Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has closed its Series B funding round, securing ₹250 crore with a mix of debt and equity. The round was led by the family office of Dr. Arokiaswamy Velumani, along with Founder and CEO of Simple Energy, Mr. Suhas Rajkumar, and Co-founder and CFO Ankit Gupta. The debt partners include HDFC Bank and Capitar Ventures, with other NBFCs bringing in ₹123 crore.

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The majority of the proceeds will be deployed to scale up production, including manufacturing and capacity expansion. While the remaining funds will be used across sales, marketing, and R&D to strengthen the product roadmap and customer experience.

On the manufacturing front, Simple Energy currently operates at a capacity of 3000 units per month. For the last few months, the company has invested further in its battery line, with the ramp-up expected to reflect from August 2026. To support its next phase of growth, Simple Energy is planning to strengthen its teams and expand the workforce across key functions, including sales, production, and marketing.

“The funding reflects strong investor confidence in Simple Energy. This will help us scale production, strengthen our Made-in-India manufacturing stack, and expand access to our long-range, performance-led scooters nationwide. We are seeing clear market demand, with revenues rising 4X from ₹40 crore in FY’25 to ₹170 crore in FY’26. The funding amounts will be mainly directed towards capacity expansion, targeting monthly sales of 10,000 scooters by March 2027, alongside continued investments in R&D and marketing. This milestone marks Simple Energy’s transition from a homegrown startup to a full-stack EV OEM, reinforcing brand trust and readiness for a long-term path to public markets.” — Suhas Rajkumar, Founder and CEO, Simple Energy

Currently, Simple Energy’s monthly sales are ~1500 units, and the brand is operating in more than 71 outlets across 38 cities, including Bengaluru, Delhi, Patna, and Chennai, amongst others. The company is rapidly ramping up its pan-India expansion. In the coming months, Simple Energy will expand into Ranchi, Bhubaneshwar, Cuttack, and more.

Simple Energy is an automotive manufacturer headquartered in Bengaluru. Founded in 2019 by Suhas Rajkumar and co-founded by Shreshth Mishra, the company later welcomed Ankit Gupta as an additional co-founder. Simple Energy builds smart, high-performance electric two-wheelers for Indian consumers. The company pioneered India’s longest-range electric scooters and became the first in the industry to fully integrate its powertrain from development to manufacturing. Its growth is anchored in strong engineering leadership, marked by becoming the first Indian OEM to commercially produce heavy rare-earth-free motors. It is also the first Indian OEM to offer a lifetime warranty on the motor and battery. With a sharp focus on quality, design, and innovation, Simple Energy develops everything in-house – chassis, battery, motor, and software, amongst others. Proudly made in India, its products address what matters most: long range, fast charging, and everyday affordability.