EV subsidies and road tax in Chandigarh (UT)
Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · as of 2026 review · how we verify
Chandigarh has one of the best-documented UT schemes: road tax waived to 2028 and a direct purchase incentive for the first 42,000 buyers. The quota is limited, so confirm it is still open.
| Policy | Chandigarh EV Policy 2022 Active |
|---|---|
| Road tax (car) | waived |
| Registration | waived for EVs |
| Expiry / window | Road-tax waiver to 17 Mar 2028; buyer incentive to 19 Sep 2027 (quota-capped) |
| Data confidence | Medium - verify before buying |
What you get, by vehicle type
Electric scooter / bike
Up to ₹10,000 cash back on a ₹1,20,000 example (incl. ₹5,000 central PM E-DRIVE) , plus waived road tax and registration.
Direct incentive to the first 42,000 buyers (₹3,000-₹2 lakh across categories); e-2W around ₹5,000. Quota-limited.
Electric 3-wheeler
Up to ₹20,000 cash back on a ₹3,00,000 example , plus waived road tax and registration.
Included in the capped first-42,000-buyer incentive scheme.
Electric car
No direct cash subsidy , plus waived road tax and registration.
Included in the capped buyer scheme for eligible categories; confirm current availability.
The central benefits (same everywhere)
On top of any state benefit, every EV buyer in Chandigarh (UT) 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 Chandigarh (UT) stacks up.
FAQ
Is there an EV subsidy in Chandigarh (UT) in 2026?
Chandigarh has one of the best-documented UT schemes: road tax waived to 2028 and a direct purchase incentive for the first 42,000 buyers. The quota is limited, so confirm it is still open. (As of 2026 review. Active.)
Does Chandigarh (UT) waive road tax on electric vehicles?
Yes. Road tax waived for all EV categories from 18 Mar 2023 to 17 Mar 2028.
Road tax on EV in Chandigarh (UT): how much do you pay?
Nothing on the vehicle itself - Chandigarh (UT) waives EV road tax. Road tax waived for all EV categories from 18 Mar 2023 to 17 Mar 2028.
What is the electric car subsidy in Chandigarh (UT)?
Chandigarh (UT) gives no direct cash subsidy on private electric cars. Included in the capped buyer scheme for eligible categories; confirm current availability. The main car benefit is the 5% GST rate plus the road-tax and registration waiver.
How much is the electric scooter subsidy in Chandigarh (UT)?
Direct incentive to the first 42,000 buyers (₹3,000-₹2 lakh across categories); e-2W around ₹5,000. Quota-limited. 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 2026 review. 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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