Switching to an EV? Delhi’s New Policy Will Pay You Up to ₹1 Lakh to Scrap Your Old Car!

Chandani — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:08:56 +0000

Delhi EV Policy 2026: Up to ₹1 Lakh Scrappage Incentive & Key Subsidies Explained

The Delhi state government has officially notified its new Delhi Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy, 2026. Taking effect immediately, the policy will remain operational until March 31, 2030.

The initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles, establish a robust battery charging and swapping network, and reduce the national capital’s dependence on fossil fuels to improve air quality.

1. Scrappage & Purchase Incentives Breakdown

The policy introduces structured financial relief across various vehicle segments, combining direct purchase subsidies with additional incentives for scrapping old internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.

Vehicle Scrappage Bonuses

Owners switching from older petrol or diesel variants to a new EV can claim fixed scrapping incentives:

Four-Wheelers: ₹1,00,000 (applicable for BS-IV or older models)
Three-Wheelers: ₹25,000
Two-Wheelers: ₹10,000

Phased Purchase Subsidies

Direct incentives for new buyers are distributed on a sliding scale over the first three years of the policy:

Vehicle Segment	Year 1 Subsidy	Year 2 Subsidy	Year 3 Subsidy
Electric Two-Wheelers	₹30,000	₹20,000	₹10,000
Electric Three-Wheelers (incl. e-autorickshaws)	₹50,000	₹40,000	₹30,000
N1 Category Electric Trucks	Up to ₹1,00,000	—	—

Tax Waivers for Four-Wheelers: While private electric cars do not receive a direct cash purchase subsidy, a 100% exemption on road tax and registration fees is provided to all electric four-wheelers with an ex-showroom price of ₹30 lakh or less.

2. How to Claim Subsidies Online

The dedicated Delhi EV Subsidy Portal (evsubsidy.delhi.gov.in) is live to process claims via a paperless digital tracking system.

1.Verify Eligibility Window:

Ensure you submit your application through the portal within 30 days of purchasing the vehicle and receiving your physical Registration Certificate (RC).

2.Register and Upload Documents:

Log into the portal and register using your vital identification and vehicle paperwork. You will need:

Aadhaar / Identity Proof
Voter ID
Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC)

3.OTP Verification:

Complete the security process by authenticating your identity via a One-Time Password (OTP) sent to your registered mobile number.

4.Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT):

Once processed and cleared by the Transport Department’s newly formed EV Cell, the government will transfer the approved subsidy amount directly into your linked bank account within 60 days.

3. Strict Phased Transitions & Implementation Rules

The government has outlined specific administrative structures and regulatory mandates to guarantee a complete transition over the coming years.

Dedicated Governance: The Transport Department will act as the nodal unit, establishing a specialized EV Cell and appointing a Project Management Consultant (PMC) to oversee compliance. A Model Approval Committee will independently verify and certify which specific EV models qualify for the state incentives.
Commercial Mandatory Shift: From January 1, 2027, only pure e-autos will be permitted fresh registration in Delhi.
Two-Wheeler Phase-Out: Registration of new petrol and CNG two-wheelers will be completely phased out. Starting April 1, 2028, only electric two-wheelers can be registered.
Anti-Exploitation Lock-In: To ensure subsidized vehicles remain inside the capital, a strict three-year lock-in period is applied. Vehicles bought using state incentives cannot be sold or re-registered in another state for the first three years.

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