Established
2009
Franchise Units
20
Minimum Investment
₹ 5,00,000
Franchise Fee
Inquire
Total Investment Range
₹ 10,00,000
Home Based
No
Description
India’s electric vehicle movement is moving from early adoption to a mass market reality, and Relux Electric sits right at the center of this transition. Operating as one of the country's reliable EV Charging Point Operators (CPO), Relux Electric provides fast, scalable, and fully compliant charging infrastructure built specifically for Indian grid conditions. The company bridges the gap between commercial real estate owners, independent entrepreneurs, and the millions of EV drivers searching for reliable power on highways and urban centers. By combining proprietary technology, robust hardware compliance (Ministry of Power guidelines), and flexible partnership models, Relux Electric offers investors a future-ready asset in the fast-growing green energy market.
Background
Established Year: Founded in 2009; entered the EV sector in 2012.
Founders & Key Leadership: Founded by Nandhini and Ravi Shankar; led by CEO Karthikeyan Santharam.
Headquarters: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Industry Category: Electric Vehicle Infrastructure & Clean Energy.
Current Active Outlets: 20+ charging hubs across major South Indian corridors and central highways, expanding aggressively pan-India.
Brand Journey & Market Presence: Originating as an engineering firm, Relux pivoted to EV charging early, securing major state government MoUs (such as a ₹330 Cr MoU with Tamil Nadu) and expanding footprint across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana, Puducherry, and Gujarat.
Support Training
Pre-Launch Site Feasibility: Detailed footfall analysis, traffic mapping, and grid/power capacity assessment before installation.
Liaison & Licensing Support: Assistance with local electricity board (DISCOM) approvals, Transformer setup, and regulatory clearance.
Operational & Hardware Setup: Complete supply, testing, and installation of CCS2 fast chargers, AC chargers, and necessary canopy/signage.
Marketing & User Acquisition: Brand listing on the Relux EV mobile app, Google Maps integration, and targeted digital campaigns targeting local EV owners.
Ongoing Tech & Maintenance: Remote diagnostic support, 24/7 CMS uptime monitoring, hardware servicing, and firmware updates.
Ideal Candidate
Commercial Property Owners: Landowners with prime road frontage, highway fuel stations, hotel parking lots, or shopping mall spaces.
Green Energy Entrepreneurs: Individual investors seeking passive or semi-passive income with minimal daily labor overhead.
Fleet Operators & Business Hubs: Logistics hubs looking to monetize their existing parking bays during non-peak hours.
Required Space: 200 sq. ft. to 600 sq. ft. (capable of accommodating 2 to 4 vehicle bays depending on station type).
Financial Detail
| Parameter | Details |
| Total Investment Range | ₹5 Lakhs – ₹10 Lakhs (Variable depending on AC/DC fast charger specs) |
| Minimum Investment Required | ₹5 Lakhs |
| Franchise / Brand Fee | ₹0 (Zero upfront brand fee models available) |
| Space Required | 200 – 600 Sq. Ft. |
| Royalty / Revenue Share | ~5% software/platform fee or structured revenue share |
| Anticipated ROI | ~36% annually |
| Expected Payback Period | 1 to 2 Years |
| Potential Revenue Streams | Per-kWh charging margins, fleet subscription deals, on-site retail cross-selling, and screen advertising. |