EV subsidies and road tax in Uttar Pradesh
Reviewed by the EVz Editorial Team · as of June 2026 · how we verify
Uttar Pradesh flipped its waiver to 'Made-in-UP' EVs only (to Oct 2027), so most EVs bought now get no state tax waiver, and its early-bird cash subsidies are likely exhausted. Verify eligibility carefully - UP is easy to over-claim.
| Policy | UP EV Manufacturing & Mobility Policy 2022 (revised 2025) Partially lapsed - check carefully |
|---|---|
| Road tax (car) | not waived (standard state road tax applies) |
| Registration | standard fee applies |
| Expiry / window | Made-in-UP tax rebate to 13 October 2027; cash caps effectively closed |
| 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) .
₹5,000 per e-2W (first 200,000) - almost certainly exhausted by 2026.
Electric 3-wheeler
No direct cash subsidy .
₹5,000 per e-2W (first 200,000) - almost certainly exhausted by 2026.
Electric car
No direct cash subsidy .
15% of ex-factory capped ₹1 lakh (first 25,000 cars) - a notable e-car benefit on paper, but likely exhausted. Verify on upevsubsidy.in.
The central benefits (same everywhere)
On top of any state benefit, every EV buyer in Uttar 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 Uttar Pradesh stacks up.
FAQ
Is there an EV subsidy in Uttar Pradesh in 2026?
Uttar Pradesh flipped its waiver to 'Made-in-UP' EVs only (to Oct 2027), so most EVs bought now get no state tax waiver, and its early-bird cash subsidies are likely exhausted. Verify eligibility carefully - UP is easy to over-claim. (As of June 2026. Partially lapsed - check carefully.)
Does Uttar Pradesh waive road tax on electric vehicles?
Not fully. The blanket 3-year waiver ended 13 Oct 2025. Since then, road-tax and registration waiver continues (to 13 Oct 2027) ONLY for EVs manufactured/assembled in UP. A non-UP-made EV bought now gets no waiver.
Road tax on EV in Uttar Pradesh: how much do you pay?
The blanket 3-year waiver ended 13 Oct 2025. Since then, road-tax and registration waiver continues (to 13 Oct 2027) ONLY for EVs manufactured/assembled in UP. A non-UP-made EV bought now gets no waiver. Confirm the current rate at your RTO before buying.
What is the electric car subsidy in Uttar Pradesh?
Uttar Pradesh gives no direct cash subsidy on private electric cars. 15% of ex-factory capped ₹1 lakh (first 25,000 cars) - a notable e-car benefit on paper, but likely exhausted. Verify on upevsubsidy.in. The main car benefit is the 5% GST rate.
How much is the electric scooter subsidy in Uttar Pradesh?
₹5,000 per e-2W (first 200,000) - almost certainly exhausted by 2026. 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.
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