ChargeZone Franchise

Ways to Partner with ChargeZone

2 partner models published by the brand. Figures it doesn't publish are left blank.

ChargeZone's own claim — no evidence given. These are not FranchiseChuno's estimates or a promise of earnings; ask existing franchisees what they actually make.

PaybackMonths until cumulative profit equals what you invested.

24 months – 48 months

ChargeZone says typical ROI is 2–4 years (fast) and 3–5 years (super); this is a payback period, not a yearly return. In an Apr 2025 interview it said it works to an RoI target of 5–6 years.

What the press, courts and real franchisees or customers have said about ChargeZone — summarised by us, with every source linked.

• In the news· Sep 2026

  FY26 standalone loss of ₹43.4 Cr on ₹117.6 Cr revenue

  ChargeZone's audited FY26 accounts show revenue of ₹117.63 Cr (FY25: ₹44.48 Cr) and a loss of ₹43.40 Cr (FY25: ₹50.86 Cr). Charging-service sales were ₹64.24 Cr and charger-equipment sales ₹45.62 Cr. A franchisor's loss does not show what a partner's station earns.

  Source: Tecso Charge Zone FY26 annual report
• Legal / regulatory· Jul 2026

  US investor sues ChargeZone over a 2021 warrant (alleged)

  Angel Deal Syndicate LLC, which bought a warrant from a bankrupt accelerator, alleges in a Jul 2026 complaint (W.D. Texas, Civil No. 1:26-cv-02071) that ChargeZone withheld financial records and skipped offering notices; it seeks damages above $20 M or specific performance. ChargeZone's annual report says it has moved to dismiss for lack of personal jurisdiction and insufficient service. The source is the plaintiff's paid press release; nothing has been decided.

  Source: GlobeNewswire (paid placement by the plaintiff)
• In the news· Sep 2026

  Network utilisation about 14%

  Autocar Professional (Sep 2026) reports ChargeZone puts current average utilisation at 14% and projects 30% after a 1,000-station supercharging build-out backed by fleet energy contracts worth over $1 B. Low utilisation weighs on a station's revenue.

  Source: Autocar Professional
• Legal / regulatory· Sep 2026

  ChargeZone pursues arbitration against Rajasthan Electronics (REIL)

  The FY26 annual report says ChargeZone seeks an arbitrator to recover ₹9.58 Cr spent on REIL projects that could not be completed, and has asked a Jaipur commercial court to stop REIL invoking ₹1.41 Cr of bank guarantees. ChargeZone is the petitioner; these are its own claims.

  Source: Tecso Charge Zone FY26 annual report

Key Terms at ChargeZone

The clauses that shape day-to-day running and your exit — read these before the fee.

Legal & Contract Summary

Key contract terms at a glance — read before you sign.

Who Can Apply for ChargeZone

Conditions the brand sets for partners, and the licences the business needs.

• Site for a fast-charging station: About 550 sq ft (2 car parks) with 50–150 kVA sanctioned loadRequired
• Site for a super-charging station: Larger footprint with 250–1,200 kVA sanctioned loadRequired

About the Brand

Cities with Outlets

The franchisor's own company health — separate from what a single franchise outlet earns.

A profitable franchisor doesn't mean profitable franchisees. These are the company's numbers, not an outlet's. A franchisor can grow on fees and supplies while outlets struggle — talk to existing franchisees and see their accounts before you decide.

Company Health Check

What ChargeZone's franchisor company has filed with the registrar and the courts — the checks a lawyer would run before you sign.

Status with the registrar

Active

Last AGM

29 Nov 2025

Paid-up capital

₹10.4 Cr

Auditor

B S R and Co (FY26)

Source: MCA records via Tracxn; FY26 annual report (Sep 2026). Tracxn returned no registrar-compliance flag or case counts for this entity. Debt outstanding is total borrowings in the FY26 standalone balance sheet (long-term ₹195.4 Cr + short-term ₹24.6 Cr, incl. optionally convertible debentures ₹150 Cr), not Tracxn's registered-charge totals. (checked Oct 2026)

How ChargeZone looks once the numbers are checked side by side.

• •Investment above the Automobile & EV medianMidpoint ₹62.5 L vs a category median of ₹37.5 L across brands on FranchiseChuno.
• !The franchisor company is loss-makingIts latest filed accounts show a net loss. Franchisors that lose money can cut support or change terms — ask how franchise operations are funded.
• ✓Brand operating for 8 yearsFounded in 2018. The brand doesn't state when franchising began.
• !3 red flags in the news or public discussionSee Reputation & News below, and ask the brand to address each one.

Ask Before You Sign

Questions tailored to what ChargeZone does and doesn't publish.

1. 1Speak to at least 3 franchisees who have run an outlet for 2+ years and see their actual monthly sales and profit — a franchisor making money doesn't mean its franchisees do.
2. 2Ask for the one-time franchise fee in writing, and whether any part is refundable.
3. 3Ask for the royalty and any marketing-fund fee, and how they're calculated (on sales or profit).
4. 4Ask for the agreement term, renewal fee and exit or transfer terms.
5. 5Ask whether you get an exclusive territory, and how large it is.
6. 6Ask how the franchisor funds training and support while it's loss-making.
7. 7Ask the brand to respond to each red flag listed under Reputation & News.
8. 8Have a lawyer review the franchise agreement before paying anything.
9. 9Visit 2–3 existing outlets and speak to their owners without the brand present.

What ChargeZone franchisees say

We haven't yet heard from enough ChargeZone franchisees to show anything. We publish totals once 3 or more people who run an outlet have answered and we've called each one to check.

Frequently Asked Questions