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Now live: Whole Vehicle Safety Conformity of Production (WVSCoP) Module, now seamlessly integrated with the CMVR-Type Approval Software (CMVR-TAS) platform
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India’s first certification capable Gasoline fuel vapour Canister Ageing Bench at ARAI
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Electrification initiatives: Making of an Integrated E-Axle based Powertrain for EV, HEV and FCEV
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Advanced NVH Development Centre (ANDC), Advanced Acceleration Sled Lab at HTC, Chakan, and Advanced Photometry & Optics Laboratory at Chakan
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ARAI along with ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (ICAR-CIFT) is proud to develop an Electric & Hybrid Electric Fishing Boat, Vikalpika for Department of Fisheries (DOF), Government of Maharashtra.
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ARAI enters partnership with Danfoss for Noise and Vibration testing facility for its hydraulic products
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ARAI inaugurates India’s one of the largest engine test bed facility
About ARAI
THE AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH ASSOCIATION OF INDIA
The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) established in 1966, is the leading automotive R&D organization of the country set up by the automotive industry in collaboration with the Government of India. ARAI is an autonomous body affiliated to the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India.
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2025 Golden Peacock Innovative Product/Service Award
2023 IESA Industry Excellence Award on Battery Safe
Best Corporate Award by SAEINDIA Foundation
Best Learning Center Award 2015 ‘ARAI ACADEMY & KNOWLEDGE CENTRE’
GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY AWARD 2019
MCCIA Dr. R J Rathi Annual Award for Green Initiatives, 2022
Golden Peacock Environment Management Award 2016
Message From The Director
“The automotive sector has always been of paramount importance for the country’s growth and ARAI has been playing a dynamic role in the progress of the Indian automotive sector for over the last five decades, working in harmony and confidence with its stakeholders, like Government, Industry and Academia for development of the Automotive Industry by playing multiple roles. Testing & Validation, Certification & Homologation, Design & Development, Standardization & Harmonization, Advisory & Consultancy, Education & Training, Audit & Inspection, R&D, India-specific studies & data generation, indigenous & cost-effective technology development, etc. are some of the ARAI activities that shaped the automotive excellence where it is today.
ARAI, in its commitment to develop sustainable mobility solutions, is acting as a catalyst in moving towards a safer, sustainable and cleaner environment and transportation sector. In today’s VUCA World scenario, ARAI is committed to leverage all its resources to protect the interest of its customers, stakeholders, employees and overall operations. Our teams are trained not only for testing and homologation for Indian requirements but are also accredited for export homologation. With the right people, technology and tools to fulfil our commitments, ARAI is well equipped to take up future challenges. ARAI also recognizes the need to develop engineers to meet the rising demands of the automotive industry. ARAI Academy continues to not only develop the next-gen engineers, but also upskill the working professionals for providing cutting-edge solutions.
We, at ARAI, are proud to be an important element of the growth of the automotive sector, with our world-class infrastructure and research expertise. It’s time for collective, collaborative and cooperative efforts to innovate newer solutions for inclusive development. ARAI — the tried, tested and trusted partner of the industry, with its motto ‘Progress through Research’, pledges support to all stakeholders.
Let’s drive together to a brighter future.
Dr. Reji Mathai
Director, ARAI
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Testimonials
Devendra Fadnavis
Hon'ble Chief Minister, Maharashtra
January 16, 2016
It’s a proud privilege to kickstart the Golden Jubilee Celebration of ARAI. It has assumed the position of a premier Institution in the automobile sector. Starting as a humble testing facility now it is a lab of innovations. My best wishes for future.
Nilkanth Avhad, IAS
Executive Director, PCRA
November 19, 2015
Today I visited ARAI in reference to meeting regarding HDV norms. I am deeply impressed with activities carried out by ARAI and level of excellence achieved. I wish ARAI all success.
Diwakar Raote
Hon'ble Cabinet Minister, Govt. of Maharashtra
November 4, 2015
You have proved to be Master in Automobile Technology development. Good wishes for bright future. State Govt. is always with you.
Rajan Katoch
Secretary (Heavy Industries), GoI
July 13, 2015
Impressed by the state-of-art facilities established and coming up here and the professionalism and dedication of the Director and ARAI staff which together make ARAI a class institution. Keep up the good work.
Nitin Gadkari
Union Transport and Shipping Minister
January 23, 2015
Good and outstanding research which is very much useful for the future of the Country. Import of the crude and gas is a big problem for the economy of the country. For future of the Country, ARAI is very much important. Will be useful for the future of the country.
M.C. Dathan
Director, VSSC, ISRO, Trivandrum
January 23, 2015
A very lovely campus with talented and committed staff. Wonderful Conference, well planned and executed and coordinated. I wish all success.
Anant Geete
Hon'ble Minister of Heavy Industries & Public
June 16, 2014
Today I got an opportunity to visit and see the ARAI labs. Research and Certification work to compete with the global requirements is being rightly done here. The Organization is doing commendable work and Industry needs to support it. Everyone in the Organization, its Directors and staff are working sincerely.
Sharad Pawar
Hon'ble Min. Of Agriculture, GoI
August 14, 2010
I was hearing about this Organization. Pune is becoming automobile hub of the Asia and I am confident this Institution must be helping every Auto Unit.
Dr. Satyanarayana Dash
Secretary (Heavy Industries), GoI
April 11, 2008
Visited the laboratories and testing facilities at ARAI. I am impressed by the facility of testing and research. I wish all success for the staff and the organization.
M. Kamal Naidu
Member Forest Advisory Commission & Supreme Court of India
July 3, 2007
Am extremely enlightened at the tremendous advancement In Automobile Testing Research to reach the level of International Standards. With the enthusiasm of the Director Dr. Marathe and his dedicated and devoted staff, I see no reason for it being the best International Institute with the rapid growth of this Industry. I wish the Director and his able colleagues, all the best.
Dr. R. Chidambaram
Principal Scientific Advisor, GoI
January 20, 2007
An excellent Institution with very good facilities for testing and for R&D in the automotive sector. Some of these capabilities e.g. in the noise and vibration area and in the crash effects area can also be valuable for other sectors.
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
Late President of India
January 17, 2007
With best wishes.
Santosh Mohan Dev
Hon'ble Minister of Heavy Industries & Public Enterprises, Govt. of India
July 17, 2006
Extremely glad to visit ARAI and see its unique facilities. I have no doubt in my mind that with this kind of initiative, we will soon emerge as a global player.
Prithvi Raj Chavan
Hon'ble Minister of State (Prime Minister's Office)
July 17, 2006
I was very delighted to visit ARAI facilities on the occasion of launching Emission Certification Lab as a part of the NATRIP initiative. ARAI will have to play a major role in taking the Indian Auto India to world leadership position. My best wishes to Sh Marathe and his team.
Dr. A.K. Kohli
Chief Executive, BRIT (Board of Radiation & Isotope Technology),
January 4, 2006
Wonderful work being done. Expect lot many interactions with DAE on qualification of casks and many other fields.
Dr. Anil Kakodkar
Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission
January 4, 2006
Wonderful to be here. I wish to congratulate everyone involved with setting up of cask test facilities. These facilities have unique importance of their own in the safety related programs of DAE. Visit here also gave an opportunity to get a glimpse of programs here. My best wishes to various missions going on here.
Jagadish Khattar
MD, Maruti Udyog Ltd.
January 22, 2005
An excellent Institution with very good facilities for testing and for R&D in the automotive sector. Some of these capabilities e.g. in the noise and vibration area and in the crash effects area can also be valuable for other sectors.
Sunil Chaturvedi
Director, MoHI & PE, GoI
November 29, 2003
ARAI’s march towards becoming a ‘Global Center of Excellence’ has always impressed me every time I visited it. Abiding sense of commitment of each human being associated with this organization has never failed to move me. ARAI has a great vision and tremendous strength to achieve it. My sincerest good wishes!
Balasaheb Vikhe Patil
Hon'ble Minister of Industry (HI & PE), GoI
January 15, 2003
On the occasion of International Seminar – I visited this Institute – I am impressed by the efforts and planned progress. Govt. is fully committed to support to strengthen this organization to become a world class institute. I wish for the success and thanks to the President and Director giving me this opportunity.
Balasaheb Vikhe Patil
Hon'ble Minister of Industry (HI & PE), GoI
January 15, 2003
On the occasion of International Seminar – I visited this Institute – I am impressed by the efforts and planned progress. Govt. is fully committed to support to strengthen this organization to become a world class institute. I wish for the success and thanks to the President and Director giving me this opportunity.
S. Sundar
Former Secretary, MoST & Distinguished Fellow-TERI
May 15, 2002
I am deeply impressed by the range of ARAI’s activities and even more by the commitment of its staff. ARAI is making a significant contribution to the modernization of our automobile industry and deserves to be fully supported and encouraged. Mr. Bhanot has enhanced its status and thrust. Best wishes to him and his colleagues.
V. Sumantran
TATA Engineering, Pune
May 11, 2002
On this National Technology Day, I wish ARAI continued success in its vital contribution to India’s auto industry.
Manohar Joshi
Hon'ble Minister of Industry (HI & PE)
January 20, 2001
Excellent function (SIAT)
Maj. Gen. B.C. Khanduri
Hon'ble Minister MoRTH
January 19, 2001
An excellent Institution with very good facilities for testing and for R&D in the automotive sector. Some of these capabilities e.g. in the noise and vibration area and in the crash effects area can also be valuable for other sectors.
Manohar Joshi
Hon'ble Minister of Industry (HI & PE)
January 10, 2001
Excellent function (SIAT)
R. Seshasayee
Ashok Leyland
January 13, 1998
Very competent and impressive Institution. There is great potential for growth
Dr. M.R. Srinivasan
Chairman Atomic Energy Commission
August 28, 1989
Happy to visit this Institution. Good wishes.
Dr. Cedric Ashley
February 2, 1987
Long may ARAI continue to succeed and grow. Under the leadership of its director, it has made a major step forward with the new fatigue laboratory. It’s Conference SIAT 87 was an excellent conference, I hope to return.
Arun Kirloskar
Kirloskar Cummins
March 27, 1980
Lot of progress I noticed, since my last visit. Keep it up!
Baba Kalyani
Bharat Forge
September 12, 1979
Extremely well organised setup. Ideal for industry.
Brijmohan Lal Munjal
Majestic Auto, Ludhiana
July 24, 1978
Highly impressed with the setup and the job being performed in great cordial. Wish you a great success.
Venu Srinivasan
Sundaram Clayton
May 6, 1978
Quite an improvement, since my visit a year ago.
M. D. Delos
Industrial Advisor, UNIDO, Vienna
October 12, 1977
Very much impressive
G. D. Merrem
Resident Representative UNDP, New Delhi
October 12, 1977
Best wishes!
N. K. Firodia
Bajaj Tempo
July 20, 1977
Very happy to see the progress made.
Lalchand Hirachand
Walchand Group
December 11, 1976
I was shown round the research station and I must say it has come to the take off stage. I have no doubt that it well soon assume it’s proper responsibilities. Sincere thanks to Shri B.S.V. Rao who is taking such keen interest in the organization.
Rahul Bajaj
Bajaj Auto Ltd.
July 12, 1975
Good wishes!
H. K. Firodia
Bajaj Tempo
July 12, 1975
Best wishes!
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