EV subsidies and road tax in Odisha
Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · as of June 2026 · how we verify
Odisha waives road tax and registration and pays a 15%-of-price subsidy across e-2W, e-3W AND private cars (capped ₹1 lakh). Incentives were extended to 30 September 2026, so confirm the window is still open.
| Policy | Odisha EV Policy 2021 (extended) Active |
|---|---|
| Road tax (car) | waived |
| Registration | waived for EVs |
| Expiry / window | Extended to 30 September 2026 |
| Data confidence | High |
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.
15% of vehicle cost, capped ₹5,000.
Electric 3-wheeler
Up to ₹12,000 cash back on a ₹3,00,000 example , plus waived road tax and registration.
15% of vehicle cost, capped ₹12,000.
Electric car
Up to ₹1,00,000 cash back on a ₹15,00,000 example , plus waived road tax and registration.
15% of vehicle cost, capped ₹1 lakh. Odisha 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 Odisha 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 Odisha stacks up.
FAQ
Is there an EV subsidy in Odisha in 2026?
Odisha waives road tax and registration and pays a 15%-of-price subsidy across e-2W, e-3W AND private cars (capped ₹1 lakh). Incentives were extended to 30 September 2026, so confirm the window is still open. (As of June 2026. Active.)
Does Odisha waive road tax on electric vehicles?
Yes. 100% road-tax and registration waiver (first 4 years of the policy).
Road tax on EV in Odisha: how much do you pay?
Nothing on the vehicle itself - Odisha waives EV road tax. 100% road-tax and registration waiver (first 4 years of the policy).
What is the electric car subsidy in Odisha?
Odisha gives up to about ₹1,00,000 on an electric car in this example. 15% of vehicle cost, capped ₹1 lakh. Odisha is one of the few states subsidizing private e-cars.
How much is the electric scooter subsidy in Odisha?
15% of vehicle cost, capped ₹5,000. 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 June 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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