EV subsidies and road tax in Delhi (NCT)
Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · as of July 2026 · how we verify
Delhi's new EV Policy 2.0 waives road tax and registration to 2030, gives e-2W up to ₹30,000 and e-3W ₹50,000, and adds a ₹1 lakh scrappage incentive for cars. Figures rest on the just-notified 2.0 policy, so confirm before you buy.
| Policy | Delhi EV Policy 2.0 (2026) Active |
|---|---|
| Road tax (car) | waived |
| Registration | waived for EVs |
| Expiry / window | 31 March 2030 |
| Data confidence | Medium - verify before buying |
What you get, by vehicle type
Electric scooter / bike
Up to ₹35,000 cash back on a ₹1,20,000 example (incl. ₹5,000 central PM E-DRIVE) , plus waived road tax and registration.
Up to ₹30,000 (Year 1) for e-2W under ₹2.25 lakh, tapering to ₹20,000; first-come.
Electric 3-wheeler
Up to ₹50,000 cash back on a ₹3,00,000 example , plus waived road tax and registration.
₹50,000 per e-3W / e-auto (Year 1), ₹40,000 (Year 2).
Electric car
No direct cash subsidy , plus waived road tax and registration.
No cash subsidy for private cars, but a ₹1 lakh scrappage incentive for cars under ₹30 lakh (first ~1 million applicants), plus the tax/registration waiver.
The central benefits (same everywhere)
On top of any state benefit, every EV buyer in Delhi (NCT) 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 Delhi (NCT) stacks up.
FAQ
Is there an EV subsidy in Delhi (NCT) in 2026?
Delhi's new EV Policy 2.0 waives road tax and registration to 2030, gives e-2W up to ₹30,000 and e-3W ₹50,000, and adds a ₹1 lakh scrappage incentive for cars. Figures rest on the just-notified 2.0 policy, so confirm before you buy. (As of July 2026. Active.)
Does Delhi (NCT) waive road tax on electric vehicles?
Yes. Road tax and registration waived for EVs to 31 Mar 2030 (cars capped to ex-showroom under ₹30 lakh).
Road tax on EV in Delhi (NCT): how much do you pay?
Nothing on the vehicle itself - Delhi (NCT) waives EV road tax. Road tax and registration waived for EVs to 31 Mar 2030 (cars capped to ex-showroom under ₹30 lakh).
What is the electric car subsidy in Delhi (NCT)?
Delhi (NCT) gives no direct cash subsidy on private electric cars. No cash subsidy for private cars, but a ₹1 lakh scrappage incentive for cars under ₹30 lakh (first ~1 million applicants), plus the tax/registration waiver. The main car benefit is the 5% GST rate plus the road-tax and registration waiver.
How much is the electric scooter subsidy in Delhi (NCT)?
Up to ₹30,000 (Year 1) for e-2W under ₹2.25 lakh, tapering to ₹20,000; 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 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, secondary.
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