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Ecopass: App-free UPI EV Charging for CPOs & EV Users

Ecopass help users discover UPI-enabled EV charging stations, pay through familiar UPI apps and start charging right away. No juggling multiple apps, prepaid wallets or endless registrations.

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For Charge Point Operators

Add an app-free UPI EV charging flow to existing stations. Make your charger easier to find, easier to understand and easier to pay at.

EV driver scanning a UPI QR code for app-free EV charging at an EcoPass supported charging station in India
Payment
UPI-enabled charging
Friction
No app or wallet preload
Visibility
City and state discovery
Hardware
Works with OCPP-ready setups
UPI EV Charging

What is UPI EV charging?

UPI EV charging lets EV drivers charge their EVs without using any Operator app, simply by scanning a station's QR code with their favorite UPI app. Behind the scenes, it works through a direct link between a Payment Gateway (PG) and the charger’s Charge Point Management System (CMS). When a driver completes a payment by scaning the UPI QR, the PG instantly confirms the transaction and sends a success signal to the CMS. The CMS then automatically commands the charging hardware to unlock and deliver the exact amount of power paid for, making the entire process fast, automatic, and hassle-free.

UPI EV Charging Flow
Driver paying for EV charging using EcoPass UPI QR
Why App-Free Matters

EV drivers do not want one more charging app

Many public chargers still ask first time users to download a their CPO app, create an account, add money to a wallet, scan again, select a charger and then start charging. Every extra step creates drop-off. EcoPass UPI is designed around a simpler journey: discover the charger, pay with UPI and start charging right away.

Stations without UPI charging

✕Download CPO app for new users.
✕Create account/login & other steps.
✕Preload wallet balance.
✕Confusing connector and payment flow.

Stations integrated with Ecopass UPI

✓No app download, just use ecomaps web.
✓No wallet preload, open UPI from ecomaps.
✓Pay with familiar UPI apps.
✓Simple connector and charging guidance.
The Problem

EV charging shouldn't feel this complicated

India's EV charging network is expanding fast, but the experience is still not user-friendly, a different app for every network, a separate wallet to preload, and no clear info until you're standing at the charger.

Ecopass folds all of that into one flow: discover, pay, charge, so drivers can find the right plug and pay with confidence, and operators don't lose sessions to friction.

For EV Users

Multiple station locator apps, CPO apps, money stuck in prepaid wallets, and complex on-screen journey till payment.

For CPOs

Reliance on self app & Google maps for visibility, repetitive guidance for user registrations, user frustations leading to reduced revenue opportunity.

Graphic showing EV charging app fatigue versus one clean EcoPass flow
How it works

EV charging, simplified to three steps

No new logins, no separate wallets — just find a station, pay, and charge.

EcoPass discover map screen showing nearby EV chargers
Step 1

Discover

Find a supported charging station on Ecomaps, check connector type, power, price, and open hours before you go.

EcoPass UPI payment tray with payment apps
Step 2

Pay

Choose your connector and pay through UPI using an app you already have — Google Pay, PhonePe, or Paytm.

EcoPass charging started screen
Step 3

Charge

Follow simple on-screen guidance and start your charging session — no extra steps, no confusion.

Why it matters

Public charging, before and after EcoPass

Without EcoPass

✕A different app for every charging network
✕Money stuck in prepaid wallets
✕No connector or pricing info upfront
✕Confusing support when charging fails
✕Stations rely only on Google Maps

With EcoPass

✓One flow across every supported station
✓Direct UPI payment, no preload needed
✓Full station details before you arrive
✓Clear guidance and support, built in
✓Dedicated EV discovery pages by city & state
UPI Payment Models

OCPP Integrated UPI QR, Static QR, and dynamic QR

Not every UPI QR setup can automatically start an EV charger. The right model depends on whether your charger, payment system and backend can communicate with each other.

OCPP integrated UPI
Payment confirmation is connected to the charging backend or CSMS, which can trigger a remote start for the selected connector.
Dynamic UPI QR
A unique payment request can include amount, station, connector or transaction reference, making reconciliation easier for the CPO.
Static UPI QR
A fixed QR code collects payment, but it may not automatically identify the connector, verify charger availability or start the charging session.

Why EcoPass Matters for CPOs

for Charge Point Operators
Enable Ecopass UPI for EV chargers seamlessly.

For Charge Point Operators, installing a charger is only the first step. The real challenge is helping users find the station, understand the connector, pay successfully and complete a session. Ecopass adds an app-free UPI EV charging layer to reduce payment friction and improve station usage.

Charge point operator using EcoPass for an EV charging station

Why EcoPass Matters for CPOs

The Drop-off

Every extra step: app downloads, wallet top-ups, unknown connectors, creates drop-off and lost utilisation.

Better Visibility

Ecopass gives your station a clearer and more user-friendly front-end on Ecomaps.

Action Layer

Helps users move from “I found a charger” to “I can actually use this charger.” using ecomaps.

Conversion

A normal map listing gives visibility. Ecopass adds conversion support.

What your station gets
Ecopass UPI Integration
We integrate our UPI solutions to your backend seamlessly, rest functionality stays the same.
Ecopass UPI QRs
Users can scan the UPI QRs to pay with familiar UPI apps instead of using apps.
Discoverable listing
Shown across Ecomaps EV charger discovery pages with connector, price, open hours and directions.
Ecopass verified
Signals a trusted app-free, UPI-ready charging experience to users.
User Support
Connector selection, payment instructions and post-payment guidance in one flow.
City & state promotion
Internal visibility from existing city-wise and state-wise EV charging pages.
How it helps your business
01

More visibility beyond Google Maps

Ecomaps promotes stations through dedicated city-wise and state-wise EV charger pages, not just a boring map pin on Gmaps.

02

Fewer users drop off at payment

A difficult payment flow loses users. Ecopass UPI removes the need for a new app or a preloaded wallet.

03

Lighter support load

Built-in AI & real agents guidance answers the usual questions: which connector, how to pay, who to call, before they're asked.

Who should enable Ecopass
Independent CPOs
Small operators building their first public network.
Hospitality & retail
Hotels, cafés, and shopping complexes.
Real estate & fleets
Office parks, apartments, and fleet yards.
Highway corridors
Charging points looking to capture transit drivers.
EV Users

Charge with UPI, not another wallet.

EcoPass helps EV users find supported stations and pay through UPI apps they already use. No separate CPO app, no wallet preload and no confusion about connector, price or open hours.

EV driver using EcoPass app for UPI EV charging
What you get
Growing UPI network
More supported stations added regularly.
Familiar payment
Pay with GPay, PhonePe, or Paytm.
No wallet preload
Pay directly, nothing to recharge.
Connector details
Know what you're getting before you arrive.
Step-by-step guidance
Before and after every payment.
Support if needed
Clear help if charging doesn't start.
Your journey, in three steps
01 · DISCOVER

Open Ecomaps

Find a station nearby or on your route, with full details.

02 · PAY

Tap to pay

Pick your connector, enter the amount, pay via UPI.

03 · CHARGE

Just charge

Follow the on-screen guidance and start your session.

Pay with apps you already have
The Upgrade Process

Already have a charger? Upgrade, don't replace.

Add Ecopass UPI payment capability to your existing hardware, no replacement required.

No app, no wallet
Any user scans and pays with GPay or PhonePe instantly.
Direct to your bank
We don't have a cut, amount staright goes to your PG.
Hardware compatible
Works with any existing OCPP-compliant charger.
Higher utilisation
An easy-to-pay-for charger gets used more often.
Architecture diagram showing user scan payment webhook and OCPP remote start
Five steps to enable UPI EV Charging wih Ecopass
01

Share charger details

Tell us your charger brand, model, connector type, power output, and location.

02

Free compatibility check

Our team reviews your OCPP compliance and prepares an upgrade plan.

03

Hardware & firmware check

We verify remotely whether a firmware update is needed, or if you're already plug-and-play ready.

04

UPI integration & QR deployment

Ecopass connects to your CSMS and we provide QR stickers mapped to each connector.

05

Go live & monitor

Your charger is UPI-enabled on Ecomaps, track live sessions and revenue on your CMS dashboard.

Which chargers can be upgraded?

Ecopass works with any OCPP 1.6J or 2.0.1 compliant charger — if your charger supports OCPP, the upgrade is straightforward.

✓AC Level 1 (3.3kW / IEC 60309)
✓AC Level 2 (7.4kW – 22kW Type 2)
✓DC Fast Chargers (30kW – 360kW+ CCS2)
✓2W / 3W LEVDC Type 6/7

Ways to set up UPI EV charging

UPI EV charging plugs India's Unified Payments Interface into the command layer of a charging session. A successful UPI payment becomes the trigger that authorises the charging session and starts the selected connector through the CPO's charging management system (CMS). Here's how to set up UPI EV charging for your stations:

[User Scans QR] → [UPI Payment] → [Webhook to CSMS] → [OCPP RemoteStart] → [Charger Starts]
01

Hardware alignment

The station runs a verified OCPP protocol (1.6J or 2.0.1) to talk to external networks.

02

QR & EVSE mapping

Unique QR codes are mapped to specific connector IDs, so payment targets the exact plug.

03

Payment gateway integration

The CSMS connects to a merchant gateway that supports automated webhooks.

04

Session triggering

A successful UPI payment fires a webhook; the CSMS verifies it and sends an OCPP RemoteStart command.

05

Dynamic session termination

Live meter values are tracked; once the cap is hit, a RemoteStop command ends the session safely.

The Future

Unified Bharat e-Charge (UBC) and EcoPass

India's EV charging ecosystem is moving toward a future where users can discover, access, and pay across charging networks more easily. Unified Bharat e-Charge (UBC) is being discussed as a national interoperability initiative to reduce this fragmentation.

The direction is clear: charging needs to be more open, discoverable, and payment-friendly. Ecopass is built for that direction.

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Ecopass doesn't claim to be the official UBC platform, it's a practical step toward the same goal: easier discovery, simpler payment, and a more interoperable experience.

Infographic: UBC interoperability ecosystem
Ecomaps advantage
A discovery layer focused on city/state visibility and connector-based presentation.
UBC-ready positioning
Clean station data and clear payment flows today mean readiness tomorrow.
Honest positioning
A UPI-assisted charging experience that bridges today's fragmentation.
More than a map
EV-specific information before the driver decides where to charge.
Location Discovery

Find EV charging stations across Indian cities and states

Ecopass works with the Ecomaps discovery layer, including city-wise and state-wise EV charging pages for users searching before they travel.

India EV charger map
Open the Ecomaps EV charging station locator.
Chennai EV chargers
Find charger types, areas and directions.
Delhi EV chargers
Explore local EV charging stations.
Bangalore EV chargers
See state-wise EV charging station listings.
Compatibility

What a CPO needs to enable UPI EV charging

Ecopass can be added to existing stations, but the best setup depends on charger type, backend access and payment verification.

✓ OCPP compatible charger or backend access
✓ EVSE ID or connector/gun mapping
✓ UPI payment or PSP webhook confirmation
✓ CSMS or charger control layer
✓ Support contact for failed sessions
✓ Refund or adjustment process
✓ QR placement at charger or station
✓ Test payment and remote-start flow
For station operators

Enable app-free UPI EV charging at your station

Make your existing station easier to discover, easier to pay at and easier to use with an EcoPass UPI charging flow.

Check My Charger Compatibility Talk to Ecomaps
No hardware replacement needed in many OCPP-ready setups. Compatibility depends on charger, firmware and backend access.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about UPI EV charging

CPO, EV user, payment, OCPP, upgrade and Unified Bharat e-Charge questions together.

01What is UPI EV charging?+
UPI EV charging means using UPI payment apps to pay for an EV charging session. In a basic setup, the driver scans a QR code and pays. In an integrated setup, the payment is verified by the backend and connected to the charger, so the selected connector can start through the charging management system.
02Can UPI payment automatically start an EV charger?+
Yes, but only when the payment flow is connected to the charger backend or CSMS. For OCPP-ready chargers, payment confirmation can be mapped to a connector and used to trigger a remote start command.
03Is static UPI QR enough for EV charging?+
Static UPI QR can collect payment, but it may not automatically identify the connector, verify availability or start the charger. For automated charging, a dynamic QR, payment webhook and backend integration are usually needed.
04Do users need to download another app?+
EcoPass is designed around an app-free UPI payment flow, so users can pay through familiar UPI apps such as Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm or other supported UPI apps.
05Do users need to preload a wallet?+
No. EcoPass is built around direct UPI payment for supported stations, so users do not need to preload a separate Ecomaps wallet or keep money locked in multiple charging apps.
06Can existing chargers be upgraded?+
Yes, many existing chargers can be upgraded if the charger, firmware, CSMS and payment setup support the required integration. OCPP-compatible AC and DC chargers are the best fit for automated UPI charging flows.
07What does a CPO need to enable UPI EV charging?+
A CPO usually needs station and connector mapping, UPI payment verification, backend or CSMS access, support process, and testing for payment-to-charging behaviour.
08What happens if payment succeeds but charging does not start?+
The flow should show clear support steps and allow the operator to verify the payment reference, connector status and charger session. Refund or adjustment rules depend on the operator and payment setup.
09Does EcoPass replace Google Maps?+
No. Google Maps is still useful for navigation. EcoPass adds EV-specific discovery, station details, connector information, pricing, UPI payment guidance and support guidance on top.
10Why should CPOs enable UPI charging?+
UPI charging lowers payment friction, improves station visibility, reduces confusion at the charger and creates more chances for completed charging sessions from the same hardware.
11What is Unified Bharat e-Charge?+
Unified Bharat e-Charge, or UBC, is being discussed as a national EV charging interoperability initiative to simplify discovery, access and payment across participating charging networks.
12Is EcoPass officially linked to a government platform?+
EcoPass does not claim to be the official Unified Bharat e-Charge platform. It is positioned in the same direction: easier discovery, simpler payment and a more interoperable EV charging experience.
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Bring app-free UPI EV charging to more Indian stations

Discover. Pay. Charge.
For EV usersFind supported chargers and pay through familiar UPI apps.
For CPOsEnable easier payments, better visibility and fewer failed user journeys.
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EcoPass by Ecomaps helps India move toward a simpler, UPI-friendly and future-ready EV charging experience.