EV subsidies and road tax in Andhra Pradesh
Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · as of December 2024 · how we verify
Andhra Pradesh waives road tax and registration for EVs and pays a 5% purchase subsidy on cheaper e-2W/e-3W (10% if you scrap an old vehicle), but electric cars get no cash subsidy.
| Policy | AP Sustainable Electric Mobility Policy 4.0 (2024-29) Active |
|---|---|
| Road tax (car) | waived |
| Registration | waived for EVs |
| Expiry / window | Purchase-subsidy window to March 2027 |
| Data confidence | Medium - verify before buying |
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) , plus waived road tax and registration.
5% of ex-showroom for e-2W priced up to ₹1 lakh (10% if you scrap an old vehicle). Valid to March 2027, first-come.
Electric 3-wheeler
No direct cash subsidy , plus waived road tax and registration.
5% of ex-showroom for e-3W priced up to ₹2 lakh (10% with a scrapping certificate).
Electric car
No direct cash subsidy , plus waived road tax and registration.
No purchase subsidy for private electric cars (explicitly excluded).
The central benefits (same everywhere)
On top of any state benefit, every EV buyer in Andhra Pradesh 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 Andhra Pradesh stacks up.
FAQ
Is there an EV subsidy in Andhra Pradesh in 2026?
Andhra Pradesh waives road tax and registration for EVs and pays a 5% purchase subsidy on cheaper e-2W/e-3W (10% if you scrap an old vehicle), but electric cars get no cash subsidy. (As of December 2024. Active.)
Does Andhra Pradesh waive road tax on electric vehicles?
Yes. 100% road-tax exemption for EVs (5-year window).
Road tax on EV in Andhra Pradesh: how much do you pay?
Nothing on the vehicle itself - Andhra Pradesh waives EV road tax. 100% road-tax exemption for EVs (5-year window).
What is the electric car subsidy in Andhra Pradesh?
Andhra Pradesh gives no direct cash subsidy on private electric cars. No purchase subsidy for private electric cars (explicitly excluded). The main car benefit is the 5% GST rate plus the road-tax and registration waiver.
How much is the electric scooter subsidy in Andhra Pradesh?
5% of ex-showroom for e-2W priced up to ₹1 lakh (10% if you scrap an old vehicle). Valid to March 2027, first-come. 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 December 2024. Cash subsidies are first-come, capped, and can lapse when funds run out. Confirm the live scheme before you buy. Source: official / policy reference, secondary.
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