Gurugram, October 16, 2026: Jio-bp, the operating brand of Reliance BP Mobility Limited, has partnered with Kia India to integrate their electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, enabling Kia EV owners to access over 23,500 charging points nationwide through the MyKia app. The collaboration aims to improve the accessibility and convenience of public EV charging across India.
Through this partnership, Jio-bp’s network of more than 7,000 charging points across 1,100 sites in over 300 cities will be available to Kia customers via the K-Charge platform on the MyKia app. In return, Kia’s 125 operational dealership DC fast chargers, along with future installations, will be progressively integrated into the Jio-bp pulse charge pro app, allowing users to discover, navigate, manage sessions, and make payments through a single interface.
Expanded charging network coverage
The integration increases the total number of charging points accessible to Kia EV owners to more than 23,500 across India. Jio-bp’s charging infrastructure includes DC fast chargers ranging from 60 kW to 480 kW, supporting premium Kia EVs to charge at speeds closer to their maximum hardware capability. The network is supported by a 96% uptime and a strong presence along national highways, facilitating reliable long-distance travel for EV users.
App-based charging management
Both the K-Charge feature in the MyKia app and the Jio-bp pulse charge pro app allow users to locate available chargers, plan journeys, initiate and monitor charging sessions, and make secure cashless payments. The Jio-bp pulse charge pro app, powered by AI, provides real-time network intelligence to enhance reliability and user experience.
Statements from company leadership
Atul Sood, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Kia India, said the integration of Jio-bp’s charging network with K-Charge on the MyKia app is intended to enhance convenience, choice, and accessibility for Kia EV customers. Sarthak Behuria, Chairman of Jio-bp, stated that the partnership aims to build trust in electric mobility by combining nationwide charging infrastructure with high performance. Akshay Wadhwa, CEO of Jio-bp, highlighted the importance of network reliability and the role of the partnership in addressing range anxiety for EV owners.
Company background
Jio-bp is a joint venture between Reliance Industries Limited and bp, offering fuels and mobility solutions, including EV charging, compressed biogas, and aviation turbine fuel. Kia India operates dealership-based DC fast chargers and provides integrated EV charging services through its MyKia app.
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