Established
2019
Franchise Units
10
Minimum Investment
₹ 20,00,000
Franchise Fee
Inquire
Total Investment Range
₹ 30,00,000
Home Based
No
Description
India is standing at the edge of a massive automotive shift. As electric vehicle (EV) adoption across the country accelerates, it brings along a prominent bottleneck: charging infrastructure. Traditional public charging stations require vehicle owners to drive out, locate a functional port, and wait for hours. Meanwhile, high-rise residential societies and commercial zones heavily struggle with grid limitations and space constraints to install dedicated personal chargers.
Enter Hopcharge—the world’s first on-demand, doorstep, zero-grid EV charging solution.
Founded by energy and automotive sector veterans, Hopcharge completely bypasses the limitations of the traditional grid by delivering rapid charging directly to the vehicle's location. Utilizing proprietary, patented mobile energy units called e-Pods (energy pods) alongside an intuitive, app-based ecosystem, Hopcharge functions like a doorstep delivery service for clean energy. It offers a premium, subscription-based, and ad-hoc charging experience that saves consumers precious hours while easing the burden on municipal power grids.
For entrepreneurs looking to tap into India's green economy, the Hopcharge franchise model represents a high-yield, low-overhead investment. Instead of buying expensive real estate or dealing with complex high-voltage grid approvals, franchisees own and manage mobile charging logistics within a dedicated urban territory. Backed by cutting-edge, BIS-certified, and globally patented technology, Hopcharge is rapidly transforming from a disruptive Gurugram startup into India's premier decentralized EV charging network.
Background
Established Year: Founded in 2019 (Incorporated as EVQ Technologies Private Limited). Following intense R&D, the company launched its official commercial operations in early 2022.
Founders: * Arjun Singh (Co-Founder & CEO): An alumnus of BITS-Pilani and former Energy Policy Leader for the Delhi Government, with over 14 years of deep energy industry experience (ex-Schlumberger).
Saurabh Rohilla (Co-Founder): An alumnus of IIT-Delhi with nearly two decades in the automotive sector, previously serving as a Director at the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) focusing on electric mobility.
Arun Rana (Co-Founder & CBO): An alumnus of BITS-Pilani and IIM-Kozhikode, driving business strategy, risk assessment, and expansion analytics.
Current Active Units: 10
Brand Journey & History: Between 2019 and 2021, the team focused exclusively on proprietary hardware and firmware R&D. By 2022, they introduced the world’s first on-demand mobile fast-charging system utilizing localized energy pods. The proprietary technology matches international charging protocols (such as CCS-2) and seamlessly services over 140 EV models globally.
Industry Category: CleanTech, E-Mobility, Automobile Charging Infrastructure & Energy Logistics.
Support Training
Pre-Launch Support
Territory & Market Mapping: Comprehensive data analysis to identify optimal high-density EV zones, premium residential clusters, and corporate parks within your designated region.
Micro-Hub Setup Guidance: Strategic assistance in setting up a compact 250–500 sq. ft. storage and maintenance hub, ensuring compliance with local safety standards.
Hardware Sourcing & Delivery: Direct deployment of fully tested, BIS-certified mobile e-Pods and associated rapid-charging proprietary hardware.
Operational & Technical Training
Technical Onboarding: Exhaustive training covering battery safety management, handling protocols for proprietary rapid chargers, and emergency safety workflows.
Fleet Logistics Optimization: Practical instruction on managing daily dispatch schedules, tracking energy levels, and maintaining mobile assets efficiently.
Proprietary Software Access: Hands-on integration with the Hopcharge central dashboard to monitor localized app requests, automate billing, and manage team workflows.
Marketing & Growth Support
Local B2B Lead Generation: Corporate assistance to help secure high-volume charging contracts with local commercial fleets, luxury hotel networks, and premium office parks.
Hyper-Local Digital Marketing: Targeted online campaigns, SEO initiatives, and geo-fenced digital advertisements to build quick awareness within the designated territory.
Collateral & Branding Kits: Access to complete, premium brand designs for delivery vehicles, technician uniforms, and physical marketing materials.
Ongoing Support
Firmware & Software Updates: Continuous over-the-air updates to the proprietary application and charging management systems.
Dedicated Account Managers: Regular business reviews, troubleshooting assistance, and efficiency consulting to optimize asset utilization rates.
Ideal Candidate
Financial Capability: Candidates must demonstrate a solid investment capacity starting at ₹20 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs for a standard territory, with the financial capability to scale infrastructure as regional customer demand expands.
Business or Professional Background: Prior experience in asset management, automotive logistics, renewable energy (such as solar or retail fuel networks), or fleet operations is highly valued, though not strictly mandatory.
Tech-Savvy & Operational Mindset: Comfort using real-time software dashboards, smartphone applications, and managing field staff (such as charging technicians) is essential for smooth daily operations.
Commitment to Sustainability: A strong entrepreneurial drive paired with a genuine passion for clean technology, sustainable energy, and contributing to India's green transport ecosystem.
Location Preference: Ideal candidates should be based in or target high-density metro markets, major Tier-1 cities, or fast-growing, EV-heavy urban centers (e.g., Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, and Chennai).
Financial Detail
| Financial Component | Estimated Details |
| Total Initial Investment | ₹2,000,000 to ₹3,000,000 (₹20 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs) Note: Scale units or multi-unit territories can range up to ₹1 Crore |
| Minimum Capital Required | ₹2,000,000 (₹20 Lakhs) |
| Franchise / Brand Fee | ₹500,000 (₹5 Lakhs) |
| Infrastructure / Hub Setup Cost | Inclusive of a 250–500 Sq. Ft. secure storage space for e-Pods and mobile units |
| Royalty / Commission Percentage | 12% of gross revenue |
| Anticipated Return on Investment (ROI) | Up to 100% depending on territory utilization and fleet deployment |
| Estimated Payback Period (Break-even) | 18 to 30 months (Typically 2–3 Years) |
| Standard Agreement Term | 5 Years (Renewable) |