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What does "ICAT Approved" mean, and why should you check it?

By Bandhu Motors · 30 Jul 2026 · 4 min read


Two e-rickshaws can look the same from outside. An ICAT approval is one of the clearest ways to tell them apart.

What ICAT is

ICAT, the International Centre for Automotive Technology, is a testing and certification agency in India. It tests vehicle models against the standards needed for them to be sold and registered.

Why it matters to you

An approved model has been tested, not just assembled. This matters for registration, for your safety and for your passengers.

How to check

Ask the seller for the approval details of the exact model you are buying, and keep a copy with your vehicle papers.

Bandhu Motors and ICAT

Bandhu Motors e-rickshaws are ICAT Approved.

Key takeaways

ICAT tests models against required standards
Ask for proof of the exact model
Keep a copy with your papers

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