EV subsidies and road tax in Bihar
Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · as of December 2023 · how we verify
Bihar gives a partial (not full) road-tax rebate plus cash subsidies including up to ₹1.5 lakh on the first 1,000 private e-cars. Cash pots are small and first-come, so confirm the quota is not exhausted.
| Policy | Bihar Electric Vehicle Policy 2023 Active |
|---|---|
| Road tax (car) | not waived (standard state road tax applies) |
| Registration | standard fee applies |
| Expiry / window | Valid to 5 December 2028; vehicle-count caps close subsidies earlier |
| Data confidence | Medium - verify before buying |
What you get, by vehicle type
Electric scooter / bike
Up to ₹12,500 cash back on a ₹1,20,000 example (incl. ₹5,000 central PM E-DRIVE) .
₹5,000/kWh capped at ₹7,500 (₹10,000 for SC/ST buyers), first 10,000 e-2W - likely near exhaustion.
Electric 3-wheeler
No direct cash subsidy .
No cash subsidy for e-3W (motor-tax rebate + permit-fee exemption only).
Electric car
Up to ₹1,50,000 cash back on a ₹15,00,000 example .
₹10,000/kWh capped at ₹1.5 lakh, first 1,000 e-cars. Bihar is one of the few states subsidizing private e-cars.
The central benefits (same everywhere)
On top of any state benefit, every EV buyer in Bihar 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 Bihar stacks up.
FAQ
Is there an EV subsidy in Bihar in 2026?
Bihar gives a partial (not full) road-tax rebate plus cash subsidies including up to ₹1.5 lakh on the first 1,000 private e-cars. Cash pots are small and first-come, so confirm the quota is not exhausted. (As of December 2023. Active.)
Does Bihar waive road tax on electric vehicles?
Not fully. PARTIAL road-tax rebate, not a full waiver: 75% then 50% for 2W and cars, 50% for 3W. A reduced road tax still applies.
Road tax on EV in Bihar: how much do you pay?
PARTIAL road-tax rebate, not a full waiver: 75% then 50% for 2W and cars, 50% for 3W. A reduced road tax still applies. Confirm the current rate at your RTO before buying.
What is the electric car subsidy in Bihar?
Bihar gives up to about ₹1,50,000 on an electric car in this example. ₹10,000/kWh capped at ₹1.5 lakh, first 1,000 e-cars. Bihar is one of the few states subsidizing private e-cars.
How much is the electric scooter subsidy in Bihar?
₹5,000/kWh capped at ₹7,500 (₹10,000 for SC/ST buyers), first 10,000 e-2W - likely near exhaustion. 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 2023. 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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