Government Subsidy on Electric Scooter in India 2026
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Government Subsidy on Electric Scooter in India 2026

FAME-II ended on March 31, 2024. The scheme active right now is PM E-DRIVE, and it runs until July 31, 2026 for electric two-wheelers. If you have been searching for "FAME subsidy on electric scooter" expecting it to still apply, it does not. This guide covers what is actually live in 2026, what you can really claim, and the one thing almost every other subsidy blog leaves out. If you are still comparing models before you buy, the best electric scooter under 70,000 guide is worth reading alongside this one.

 

The Central Scheme - PM E-DRIVE

PM E-DRIVE stands for Prime Minister Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement. It replaced FAME-II in October 2024 and is the active central subsidy programme for electric two-wheelers in India through July 31, 2026.

Subsidy amount: Rs 2,500 per kWh of battery capacity, capped at Rs 5,000 per vehicle. A scooter with a 2 kWh battery gets 2 × Rs 2,500 = Rs 5,000 off. Anything above 2 kWh still caps at Rs 5,000.

How it is applied: Deducted directly from your invoice at the dealership. No reimbursement, no separate application, no waiting period. The dealer generates an Aadhaar-linked e-Voucher and the discount reflects in your final on-road price.

Eligibility conditions:

  • Vehicle must be new, priced up to Rs 1.5 lakh ex-factory

  • Vehicle must carry PM E-DRIVE certification from a Ministry of Heavy Industries-approved testing agency

  • Buyer must be an Indian resident, 18 years or older

  • Aadhaar e-KYC is mandatory at the point of purchase

  • One subsidy per individual, tracked via Aadhaar

  • Only advanced battery chemistry (lithium-ion, LFP, NMC) qualifies. Lead acid battery scooters are excluded. The lithium vs lead acid battery guide explains the practical difference between the two if you are weighing a lithium upgrade for this reason alone

The deadline is real and the funds are limited. As of early 2026, roughly 19 lakh electric two-wheelers had already been sold against a quota of close to 25 lakh under this scheme. The remaining slots are first-come, first-served. If the quota fills before July 31, 2026, the subsidy ends regardless of the official deadline.

 

Who This Subsidy Actually Excludes

This matters more than most articles about government subsidy on electric scooter in India tell you upfront.

Low-speed electric scooters under 25 km/h, which need no driving licence and no RTO registration, generally fall outside PM E-DRIVE's certification framework. The scheme targets registered, high-speed electric vehicles with lithium batteries that go through formal homologation. If you are buying a no-licence, low-speed scooter on a lead acid battery - which is exactly what most budget and mid-range buyers in India choose - you will likely not see this Rs 5,000 reflected at the counter. The non-RTO scooter guide explains exactly what makes a scooter exempt from registration in the first place.

This is not a flaw in the scheme. It is simply built for a different category of buyer - someone purchasing a registered, lithium-powered, high-speed scooter. If that describes your purchase, ask your dealer directly whether the specific model and battery variant is PM E-DRIVE certified before you assume the subsidy applies. Certification varies by exact battery type, not just by brand.

For the no-licence, low-speed segment, the real savings come from a different place entirely - the running cost. At Rs 0.25 per km versus Rs 2.5 per km for petrol, a 35 km daily commute saves roughly Rs 31,000 to Rs 34,000 every year without needing any subsidy paperwork at all. The best budget electric scooter in India guide breaks down this running cost math against several Zelio models if you want to see the full picture.

 

State-Wise Electric Scooter Subsidy in India 2026

Central subsidy is the floor. States layer their own incentives on top, and this is where the real variation shows up. Policies change often, so treat the figures below as a starting point and confirm current status with your state transport department or RTO before you buy.

Haryana 
Haryana Electric Vehicle Policy offers a subsidy of Rs 5,000 per kWh of battery capacity for electric two-wheelers, capped at Rs 30,000, along with registration fee and road tax exemption for eligible high-speed EVs. As with the central scheme, this primarily applies to registered, high-speed electric vehicles rather than low-speed, no-licence models.

Punjab
Punjab's EV policy includes incentives for electric two-wheelers along with the creation of green zones in cities like Chandigarh where only electric vehicles are permitted. The state has also rolled out cashback incentives for electric bicycles and three-wheelers under separate components of its EV push. Road tax and registration benefits for two-wheelers vary by vehicle category, so confirming current applicability with your local RTO is recommended. For buyers in Haryana and Punjab specifically, the electric scooter under 80,000 guide lists current Zelio prices for both states.

Uttar Pradesh
UP's EV subsidy scheme provides 15% of the ex-factory price for two-wheelers, capped at Rs 5,000, along with a 100% waiver on road tax and registration fees for up to five years on vehicles registered within the state. Some recent reports indicate parts of UP's tax waiver provisions have lapsed or are under review, so it is worth confirming current status at the time of registration.

Delhi
Delhi's EV Policy offers one of the most comprehensive state incentive structures in the country - a purchase incentive of up to Rs 30,000 for two-wheelers in earlier policy phases, alongside a 100% waiver on road tax and registration fees. A scrapping incentive of Rs 5,000 to Rs 7,000 is also available for buyers who scrap an old petrol two-wheeler when purchasing an EV.

Maharashtra
Maharashtra's EV policy provides a subsidy of up to 15% of the purchase price for two-wheelers, generally capped around Rs 25,000, with a full road tax exemption. The state also offers a scrapping incentive of up to Rs 7,000 for replacing an old petrol scooter.

Gujarat
Gujarat's earlier EV policy offered one of the highest per-kWh subsidy rates in the country for electric two-wheelers, along with road tax and registration exemptions. More recent reporting indicates the state's purchase subsidy component may have lapsed or been discontinued as policy windows close, so this should be verified directly with a Gujarat RTO before assuming eligibility.

Rajasthan
Rajasthan's EV policy (REVA) includes a capital subsidy for electric two-wheelers along with road tax exemption on new EV registrations.

Karnataka
Karnataka has historically offered registration fee waivers for electric two-wheelers. Some recent updates suggest the state has revised or rolled back parts of its earlier road tax exemption, so confirming the current applicable rate at registration is important.

Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu offers a 100% road tax exemption for electric vehicles along with registration fee benefits for two-wheelers under its EV policy.

West Bengal
West Bengal runs a state-level EV incentive scheme for eligible electric two-wheeler buyers, with benefits varying by vehicle category.

 

How to Actually Claim the Subsidy

For the central PM E-DRIVE subsidy:

  1. Confirm with your dealer that the specific model and battery variant is PM E-DRIVE certified

  2. Provide Aadhaar details for e-KYC at the time of purchase

  3. The dealer generates an e-Voucher and the subsidy is deducted directly from your invoice

  4. You pay the net amount - no separate application or reimbursement wait

For state-level subsidies:

  1. Purchase from an authorised dealer within your state

  2. Submit required documents - typically Aadhaar, proof of residence, and bank account details

  3. Most states process this as a Direct Benefit Transfer to your bank account after registration, often within 30-45 days

  4. Road tax and registration waivers, where applicable, are usually applied directly at the RTO during registration

Always confirm with the dealer or your state transport department before finalising a purchase, since subsidy windows, caps, and eligible categories change frequently.

 

What This Means If You Are Buying a Low-Speed Electric Scooter

If you are choosing a no-licence, low-speed electric scooter - the kind that needs no RTO registration and no driving licence - here is the honest picture for 2026.

You may not directly receive the PM E-DRIVE central subsidy, since that scheme is largely built around registered, lithium-powered, high-speed vehicles. State-level road tax and registration benefits also typically apply to vehicles that go through RTO registration in the first place, which a low-speed scooter does not require.

What you do get instead, automatically and without any application:

No RTO registration fee to begin with, because low-speed scooters under 25 km/h are exempt from registration under Indian motor vehicle rules.

No road tax, for the same reason - there is nothing to register, so there is no tax to waive.

No driving licence cost or process, removing an entire layer of paperwork and fees that high-speed EV buyers go through regardless of subsidy.

Rs 0.25 per km running cost, which over a 35 km daily commute saves roughly Rs 31,000 to Rs 34,000 a year compared to a petrol scooter - savings that show up every single month without needing a subsidy scheme at all. To protect that saving over the years, the electric scooter battery life guide covers the habits that keep your battery performing well for longer.

For many buyers, the simplicity of a no-licence, no-registration purchase ends up being a more practical benefit than chasing a subsidy that was not designed for this category of vehicle in the first place.

 

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Prices are 60V/32AH Lead Acid variant, ex-showroom Haryana and Punjab, 2026. Prices vary by state - find your nearest Zelio dealer for the exact price at your location. For the Rider Who Just Wants It to Work Every Single Day Zelio Gracy i - Rs 58,159 There is a reason 2.5 lakh Indians have chosen the Gracy i. It is not the flashiest scooter on this list. It is the most reliable one for daily use. Front disc brake that does not let you down in rain. Fast charging on the lithium variant so a forgotten overnight charge does not ruin your morning. A 60/72V motor that handles the flyover on your commute route without slowing down. 60-90 km of range on a single charge covering most daily routes twice over. For the rider who leaves home at 8 AM, parks outside an office or college for eight hours, and needs the scooter to be ready again without drama - this is that electric scooter for commute. Rs 0.25 per km running cost, 2-year warranty, and a service centre in virtually every city and district Zelio operates in. Not exciting. Just dependable. And dependable is what most daily commuters actually need. If you are looking for the best electric scooter under 70000 that simply works every day without fail, the Gracy i is the answer. If you are weighing it against the Legender+ Premium, the Gracy i vs Legender+ Premium comparison tells you exactly when each one makes more sense. Explore Zelio Gracy i For the Rider Who Covers Long Distances and Cannot Always Charge Every Night Zelio Legender+ Premium - Rs 65,059 120 km on a single lithium charge. That is the number that makes the Legender+ Premium the right long range electric scooter for a specific kind of rider - one doing 50-60 km daily, or one who lives in a home where overnight charging is not always convenient. Most scooters in this price range top out at 90 km on lithium. The Legender+ Premium adds 30 km to that. On a 55 km daily commute, that means you charge every second night instead of every single night. Over a year, that is roughly 180 fewer charging cycles on your battery - which directly extends its lifespan. The combi brake is the other reason this scooter makes this list. It links front and rear braking together automatically. For a new rider, a woman rider, or anyone who rides in dense stop-start city traffic where sudden braking is frequent, this is the most forgiving and controlled braking setup available in Zelio's lineup. Larger 12-inch tyres add ride comfort on mixed roads that 10-inch wheels simply cannot match over 50+ km daily. The Legender+ Premium vs X-Men+ comparison is worth reading if range vs design is your deciding question. Explore Zelio Legender+ Premium For the Rider Who Finds Every Other Scooter Slightly Too Much to Handle Zelio Little Gracy - Rs 54,109 This is the scooter most top 5 lists never mention - because they are not writing for this rider. The rider who pulls up to a red light and has to tip-toe on both feet to keep balanced. The one who dreads parallel parking between two vehicles. The senior citizen who wants the independence of a scooter but finds full-sized ones slightly heavy. The housewife who needs something she can just hop on and go without thinking about it. The Zelio Little Gracy is shorter, lighter, and genuinely easier to manage at low speeds than any other scooter on this list. It is the best electric scooter for women who ride daily in Indian city traffic - compact enough for narrow lanes, light enough to handle at a standstill, and safe enough with CBS braking and alloy wheels. CBS braking, alloy wheels, telescopic suspension, anti-theft alarm. The safety setup is complete despite the compact size. Up to 80 km of range handles daily errands and short commutes without any concern. For women riders and senior citizens specifically, the best electric scooter for ladies guide covers exactly why compact size and CBS braking matter more than range for this kind of daily use. Explore Zelio Little Gracy For the Rider Who Wants a Scooter That Actually Looks Like a Scooter Worth Riding Zelio X-Men+ - Rs 66,184 Some riders want to arrive. Not just get there - arrive. The X-Men+ is for that rider. Wide 90-100/10 tyres that give it a road stance most scooters at twice the price do not have. Bold bodywork. Front disc brake with a confident, direct feel. LED lighting. Up to 100 km on the lithium variant. It is Made in India, needs no licence, charges from a standard home socket, and costs Rs 0.25 per km to run - every practical box is checked. But the reason a younger rider picks the X-Men+ over the Gracy i or the Legender+ Premium is not spec-related. It is the way it looks parked outside a college or a cafe. For anyone searching for a sporty electric scooter India under Rs 70,000, this is the one that delivers on both performance and presence. Explore Zelio X-Men+ For the Rider Who Carries Someone Every Day and Needs the Scooter to Know It Zelio X-Men 2.0 - Rs 75,384 Every scooter on this list handles a pillion rider. The X-Men 2.0 is the only one on this list built with a pillion rider in mind from the ground up. Dual disc brakes on both front and rear wheels. When you are stopping a scooter carrying 120-130 kg of combined weight in an emergency, the difference between a rear disc and a rear drum is real and it is felt immediately. Telescopic front fork and spring-loaded rear suspension that absorbs road surfaces under load in a way standard hydraulic suspension does not. Rated at 180 kg capacity - the highest on this list. The 74V/32AH lithium battery option gives it the highest energy storage of any Zelio model, which translates to stronger range performance under the additional weight of a daily pillion rider. For a rider who drops a family member to work every morning, carries the kids to school, or simply rides with a partner daily - the X-Men 2.0 is the only honest answer on this list. The X-Men+ vs X-Men 2.0 comparison covers every upgrade in detail if you are deciding between the two. Explore Zelio X-Men 2.0 The Short Answer - Which One Is for You Your situation Your scooter Daily office or college commute, 30-50 km Zelio Gracy i - Rs 58,159 50+ km daily, want to charge every second night Zelio Legender+ Premium - Rs 65,059 Want compact, easy handling in city traffic Zelio Little Gracy - Rs 54,109 Want a sporty scooter that turns heads Zelio X-Men+ - Rs 66,184 Carry a pillion daily, ride on mixed roads Zelio X-Men 2.0 - Rs 75,384 Ex-showroom Haryana, 2026. Check exact price at your location . What All Five Have in Common Before you decide, here is what every scooter on this list gives you regardless of which one you choose: No driving licence required. No RTO registration. No road tax. All five are electric scooters without licence - low-speed models under 25 km/h. If you are not sure what this means legally, the non-RTO scooter guide explains it clearly. Home charging from a standard 5-amp socket. No EV charging station, no wallbox. Lead acid charges in 7-10 hours. Lithium charges in 4-5 hours. To get the most life out of your battery over the years, the electric scooter battery life guide is worth reading after purchase. Rs 0.25 per km running cost. A 40 km daily commuter saves over Rs 32,000 every year compared to a petrol scooter. The scooter pays for itself in under 2 years. 2-year warranty on motor, controller and frame. 3-year on lithium battery. Backed by 350+ authorised service centres across India. Made in India, Built for Indian roads, Indian weather, Indian daily use.

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