Image: Bajaj Chetak C2501 — official image
Bajaj Auto is expected to expand its electric scooter line‑up in Nepal with two new Chetak variants – Chetak C2501 and Chetak C3503 – likely to be unveiled at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026 in August, according to industry reports.
What is expected to launch?
- Bajaj Chetak C2501 – entry‑level Chetak EV
- Bajaj Chetak C3503 – mid‑range 3.5 kWh variant positioned below the current 3501
Bajaj already sells the Chetak 3501 in Nepal, priced at around Rs 3.25 lakh, as a single, top‑spec variant in the market. According to Bajaj’s plans reported earlier, the 3502 and 3503 were expected to follow after gauging customer response to the 3501.
Bajaj Chetak C2501: expected affordable city EV
In India, the Chetak C2501 was launched in January 2026 as the most affordable Chetak model, with an ex‑showroom price of around ₹91,399 and a company‑claimed IDC range of 113 km from a 2.5 kWh battery pack.
For Nepal, according to the announcement, the C2501 is expected to come with a 2.5 kWh battery, a claimed range of about 113 km and a top speed of around 55–60 km/h. Charging time is expected to be under 4 hours with the standard charger, based on the Indian specification.
If pricing follows the pattern of the existing Chetak 3501 in Nepal and Indian pricing gaps, the C2501 is likely to be positioned as a more accessible option, potentially closer to Rs 2–2.5 lakh in Nepal (indicative only; final price will depend on local taxes and Bajaj’s pricing strategy).
Key expected specs – Chetak C2501: 2.5 kWh battery. ~113 km claimed range. ~55–60 km/h top speed. Under‑4‑hour full charge.
Bajaj Chetak C3503: longer range, more features
Indian market data shows the Chetak 3.5 kWh variants deliver around 151–153 km claimed range, with the Chetak 3503 quoted at about 151 km. The 3.5 kWh battery also supports higher top speeds (around 63 km/h in Indian spec) and adds more premium equipment compared to the base model.
According to the announcement, the Chetak C3503 for Nepal is expected to use a 3.5 kWh battery, offer an IDC range of around 150+ km per charge, and include a digital instrument cluster with connected and smart features aimed at riders who want more technology and convenience.
Pricing for the 3503 in Nepal has not been confirmed. In India, it sits below the top‑spec 3501, so it could be priced slightly lower than the existing Chetak 3501 at roughly Rs 3.25 lakh in Nepal.
Key expected specs – Chetak C3503: 3.5 kWh battery. ~150+ km claimed range. ~63 km/h top speed. Digital display with connected features.
What this means for Nepali buyers
If both models launch as expected at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026, Nepali buyers will get:
- A more affordable entry point into the Chetak EV range (C2501) for short‑distance, daily city use.
- A longer‑range, feature‑rich option (C3503) that sits below the current top‑spec Chetak 3501.
For now, all specifications and launch timing for Nepal remain expected and based on the Indian versions and local announcements, and buyers should wait for HH Bajaj’s official price and spec sheet at the expo before making a buy decision.
Reported by the Nepal AutoMart news desk. Prices verified against Nepal AutoMart's own distributor-sourced data.
