Delhi’s 2025 Electric Vehicle Policy is pushing the capital to the forefront of India’s green mobility revolution. With new cash subsidies, zero registration charges, and a citywide, easy-charging network, Delhi’s latest rules support every EV buyer—from individual commuters to fleet owners. Here’s exactly what Delhiites get under the updated policy.
Key Highlights: Delhi EV Policy 2025
| Category | Incentive & Details |
| Two/Three-Wheelers | Up to ₹30,000 subsidy, waiver of road tax & registration fees |
| Electric Cars | Subsidy (₹10,000–₹1,50,000) based on battery capacity |
| E-Cycles | Purchase incentive: 25% (up to ₹5,500) |
| Women Buyers | Extra subsidy, up to ₹36,000 for e-scooters proposed |
| Home Charging | 100% grant for charger cost (up to ₹6,000/unit, 1st 30,000 units) |
| Charging Points | Target: 3,500 charging points in 2025, 1 station every 3km |
| Scrapping Incentive | Additional benefits for switching from petrol/diesel |
Subsidies & Incentives
- Two-Wheelers: Up to ₹30,000 as a purchase incentive. Also includes a battery-linked benefit (₹5,000 per kWh, max ₹30,000) .
- Women Riders: Special proposal for women to get an extra subsidy, up to ₹36,000 for electric two-wheelers (pending final policy approval).
- Road Tax & Registration: Full waiver for EV two- and three-wheelers, plus light electric commercial vehicles.
- Home/Private Charging:
- 100% grant up to ₹6,000 for installing a home EV charging point (first 30,000 units).
- Pay just ₹2,500 instead of full charger price after subsidy.
- Business/Fleets: All above benefits plus heavy incentives for electric buses and fleet-commercial vehicles (special push for e-autos).
EV Charging in Delhi—2025
- Target: 3,500 new public charging points in 2025, 1 in every 3km, plan for 13,700 charging points by 2030
- Private Chargers: 50% subsidy (up to ₹2,500 for slow AC chargers) and up to ₹20,000 for fast DC chargers (first 2,000 units)
- Public Access: Most new charging stations to be built at parking lots, metro stations, malls, under flyovers, and offices.
- Find Chargers: Real-time charging point locator available at the government’s “Switch Delhi” portal.
Registration Rules & Timeline
- Road Tax/Registration: No charges for eligible new EVs until policy expiry (March 31, 2026, or new policy notification).
- Petrol, Diesel, CNG Ban (Proposed):
- Registration of petrol/diesel/CNG two-wheelers will be banned from August 15, 2026
- Registration of new petrol/diesel/CNG auto-rickshaws will be banned from August 2025
- Existing CNG auto permits won’t be renewed after August 2025; will be switched to e-autos only.
- Commercial Vehicles: From November 1, 2025, only BS6, CNG, or EV commercial vehicles are allowed entry to Delhi.
- Scrapping: Extra incentives if you scrap your older fossil-fuel vehicle and shift to EV.
FAQs
Q1: Which EVs are eligible for the ₹30,000 subsidy in Delhi 2025?
A: Most new electric two-wheelers, e-rickshaws, and eligible three-wheelers—with registered dealers—qualify for up to ₹30,000 off, plus no road tax or registration charges. Woman buyers may get ₹36,000 subsidy for e-scooters after final approval.
Q2: Can I set up a home EV charger in Delhi? How much does it cost with subsidy?
A: Yes! First 30,000 applicants get ₹6,000 subsidy; typical out-of-pocket expense is only ₹2,500 for two/three-wheeler home charging infra—process online or via Discom’s single-window portal.
Q3: When will petrol two-wheeler registration stop in Delhi?
A: As per draft policy, new petrol/diesel/CNG two-wheeler registration will be banned from August 15, 2026. Three-wheeler (autos) registration ban starts from August 2025.
Q4: Are there special perks for scrapping my old scooter/car?
A: Yes, additional scrappage incentives (cash or discount on EV purchase) on surrendering old fossil-fuel vehicles, over and above buyer subsidy.
Disclaimer: Incentive values and deadlines may change with government notifications; always double-check on Delhi Transport or Switch Delhi portal before buying.
