Ola Shakti Launched: Ola Electric Enters Home Energy Market with 98% Efficient Residential Battery Storage (BESS)
Powered by Indigenous 4680 Cells, Ola Shakti Promises Zero Maintenance and AI-Driven Energy Management for Every Indian Home, Farm, and Business.
Ola Electric has officially unveiled Ola Shakti, marking a significant milestone as the company's first-ever non-vehicle product. Ola Shakti is a cutting-edge residential Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) designed to revolutionize how Indian households manage power, promising energy independence and highly efficient backup.
This move positions Ola to capture a major share of the rapidly growing home battery storage market, leveraging its expertise in advanced battery technology.
The Technology: Efficiency, Longevity, and Zero Maintenance
Ola Shakti is built on robust, state-of-the-art battery architecture, featuring the following core technological advantages:
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98% Energy Efficiency : Delivering one of the highest energy conversion rates in the segment, minimizing energy loss and maximizing utility.
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Lithium-ion Cell 4680 : Utilizing advanced Lithium-ion 4680 cells—a key component in Ola's indigenous battery platform—ensuring superior performance and density.
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Long Operational Life & Zero Maintenance : The system is engineered for exceptional durability, offering a long operational life and requiring zero maintenance cost, translating into significant savings for consumers.
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Copper Use : The product incorporates strategic use of copper for optimal conductivity and efficiency.
Ola Shakti Variants : A Solution for Every Need
Ola Shakti is available in four configurations, catering to different power requirements and home sizes. The company provides clear recommendations to help consumers choose the ideal battery pack
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Battery Size |
Recommended Use Case |
Key Benefit |
Weight (Approx) |
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1.5 kWh (or 3 kWh) |
Farms, Solar Pumps, Shops, Small Houses (1BHK). Can be purchased as two 1.5 kWh units for a 3 kWh total. |
Ideal for essential backup and small-scale operations. |
1.5 kWh: 7-8 kg (small boxes) |
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5.2 kWh |
2BHK and 3BHK Residential Houses. |
Perfect balance for medium-sized homes running key appliances. |
70 kg |
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9.1 kWh |
Big Houses and Bungalows. |
Can run 4 to 5 AC's simultaneously, offering comprehensive power backup. |
100 kg |
The AI Advantage: Smart Energy Management App
The Ola Shakti ecosystem is powered by a sophisticated AI-enabled mobile application that provides complete control over the home's power usage. Key features include:
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Complete Home Control : Users can control their whole home and all connected devices directly through the app.
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Energy Flow & Application Control : Real-time visualization of energy usage and the ability to control specific appliances remotely.
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Appliance Insights & Smart Scheduling : The app provides data on device consumption and allows for intelligent scheduling of high-load appliances.
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Predictive Maintenance & Energy Insights : AI analyzes usage patterns to optimize performance, predict potential issues, and provide actionable energy-saving insights.
Launch Price, Pre-Order Offer, and Delivery Details
Ola is offering an aggressive pricing strategy with a substantial discount for early adopters.
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Battery Size |
Launch Price |
Offer Price (20-25% Off) |
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1.5 kWh |
₹39,999 |
₹29,999 |
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3 kWh (1.5 + 1.5) |
₹69,999 |
₹55,999 |
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5.2 kWh |
₹1,49,999 |
₹1,19,999 |
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9.1 kWh |
₹1,99,999 |
₹1,59,999 |
Exclusive Pre-order Offer :
Customers can secure the discounted Offer Price by pre-ordering or reserving their Ola Shakti unit with payment of ₹999 from today to the end of October.
Distribution and Delivery :
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Sales : Ola Shakti will be available for purchase at over 3000+ Ola Stores across the country.
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Installation : The unit is designed to connect seamlessly with the home's main electrical switch.
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Delivery Start : Deliveries for the pre-booked units are scheduled to begin on Makar Sankranti 2026.
👉 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1 : How does Ola Shakti recharge, especially with solar power?
Ans : The battery is designed to recharge itself when the main power is on. Additionally, it can be easily attached and integrated with an existing or new solar power setup.
Q2 : How is the system able to control different devices like geysers, televisions, and ACs?
Ans : The Ola Shakti battery is completely cloud-connected. This enables advanced management and control of various connected appliances via the AI-powered app.
Q3 : What is the weight of the batteries?
Ans :
- 1.2 kWh : 7 to 8 kg
- 5.2 kWh : 70 kg
- 9.1 kWh : 100 kg
