India's EV skills gap: up to 2 lakh professionals needed by 2030, and why reskilling matters
25 October 2026 · 2 min read · HireHo
Based on the Taggd article on automobile hiring trends 2026 (India Decoding Jobs 2026). Summarised in our own words.
A hiring-trends article by the recruitment firm Taggd, using its India Decoding Jobs 2026 report, says India will need an estimated 1,00,000 to 2,00,000 EV professionals by 2030. It also describes a big gap between the skills workers have and the skills EV work needs.
What the report says
- Only about 43% of technical skills overlap between petrol or diesel (ICE) roles and EV roles.
- About 27% of automotive skills need structured reskilling.
- 60% of automotive companies say it is hard to recruit and retain critical staff.
- The report estimates a skills gap of around 80% for specialised EV roles, and says about 55% of engineering graduates are employable for them.
Skills in demand
The article lists battery engineering, EV powertrain design, ADAS (driver assistance systems), AI and machine learning, embedded systems, automotive software and cybersecurity. Most of these are engineering skills. For workshop technicians, the practical lesson is the same: the work is shifting from engines and fuel to batteries, motors and software.
What you can do
- Choose a short, recognised EV course, including ITI or company training.
- Learn about battery safety first. It protects you and makes you more employable.
- Ask your employer if they offer EV training. Many OEMs train their service staff.
These are one firm's estimates and projections, not official government counts.