EV subsidies and road tax in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · as of July 2026 · how we verify
Andaman & Nicobar Islands has no dedicated, funded EV purchase subsidy for private buyers. You still get the central benefits: PM E-DRIVE discounts on electric 2W/3W and the 5% GST rate on all EVs.
| Policy | No dedicated state EV policy No dedicated state policy |
|---|---|
| Road tax (car) | not waived (standard state road tax applies) |
| Registration | standard fee applies |
| Data confidence | Low - confirm with the transport department |
What you get, by vehicle type
Electric scooter / bike
Up to ₹5,000 cash back on a ₹1,20,000 example (incl. ₹5,000 central PM E-DRIVE) .
No dedicated state purchase subsidy. Central PM E-DRIVE (for e-2W/3W) and 5% GST still apply.
Electric 3-wheeler
No direct cash subsidy .
No dedicated state purchase subsidy. Central PM E-DRIVE (for e-2W/3W) and 5% GST still apply.
Electric car
No direct cash subsidy .
No dedicated state purchase subsidy for private cars; the benefit is the 5% GST rate.
The central benefits (same everywhere)
On top of any state benefit, every EV buyer in Andaman & Nicobar Islands gets the central layer: the 5% GST rate on EVs (versus up to 40% on petrol/diesel), and, for electric two- and three-wheelers, the PM E-DRIVE discount (up to ₹5,000 on an e-2W). Private electric cars get no central cash subsidy. See the all-India comparison for how Andaman & Nicobar Islands stacks up.
FAQ
Is there an EV subsidy in Andaman & Nicobar Islands in 2026?
Andaman & Nicobar Islands has no dedicated, funded state EV purchase subsidy for private buyers. You still get the central benefits: PM E-DRIVE discounts on electric two- and three-wheelers, and the 5% GST rate on all EVs.
Does Andaman & Nicobar Islands waive road tax on electric vehicles?
Not fully. No dedicated state EV road-tax waiver confirmed; standard road tax applies unless a local notification says otherwise - verify at your RTO.
Road tax on EV in Andaman & Nicobar Islands: how much do you pay?
No dedicated state EV road-tax waiver confirmed; standard road tax applies unless a local notification says otherwise - verify at your RTO. Confirm the current rate at your RTO before buying.
What is the electric car subsidy in Andaman & Nicobar Islands?
Andaman & Nicobar Islands gives no direct cash subsidy on private electric cars. No dedicated state purchase subsidy for private cars; the benefit is the 5% GST rate. The main car benefit is the 5% GST rate.
How much is the electric scooter subsidy in Andaman & Nicobar Islands?
No dedicated state purchase subsidy. Central PM E-DRIVE (for e-2W/3W) and 5% GST still apply. On top, the central PM E-DRIVE scheme adds up to ₹5,000 on an eligible electric two-wheeler.
Figures are estimates sourced to the state policy and central schemes, as of July 2026. Cash subsidies are first-come, capped, and can lapse when funds run out. Confirm the live scheme before you buy. Source: official / policy reference.
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