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PM E-DRIVE (electric vehicle purchase incentive)

PM E-DRIVE (electric vehicle purchase incentive) is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Heavy Industries. A discount at purchase on eligible electric two-wheelers, e-rickshaws and e-carts, e-ambulances and e-trucks, given through an Aadhaar-authenticated e-voucher. Who qualifies: Buyers of eligible models from registered manufacturers and dealers. Applying is free on pmedrive.heavyindustries.gov.in.

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WhereAll India (central government)
Run byMinistry of Heavy Industries
Last checked1 November 2026

What do you get under PM E-DRIVE?

A discount at purchase on eligible electric two-wheelers, e-rickshaws and e-carts, e-ambulances and e-trucks, given through an Aadhaar-authenticated e-voucher. The scheme now runs to 31 March 2028.

Electric three-wheeler (L5) incentives ended on 26 December 2025. Check the portal for the current incentive per vehicle before you buy.

PM E-DRIVE: latest updates

  1. Gazette amendment extended the scheme, including electric two-wheelers, to 31 March 2028 and raised the outlay to ₹11,900 crore. official source

Who is eligible for PM E-DRIVE?

  • Buyers of eligible models from registered manufacturers and dealers.
  • One incentive per Aadhaar for each vehicle category, as per the rules.

Documents needed for PM E-DRIVE

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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.

How to apply for PM E-DRIVE

  1. At the dealer, the PM E-DRIVE portal generates an e-voucher for you, authenticated with Aadhaar face verification.
  2. Sign the e-voucher and give it to the dealer; the price you pay is reduced by the incentive.

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Common questions

Who is eligible for PM E-DRIVE?

Buyers of eligible models from registered manufacturers and dealers. One incentive per Aadhaar for each vehicle category, as per the rules.

How much do I get under PM E-DRIVE?

A discount at purchase on eligible electric two-wheelers, e-rickshaws and e-carts, e-ambulances and e-trucks, given through an Aadhaar-authenticated e-voucher. The scheme now runs to 31 March 2028. Electric three-wheeler (L5) incentives ended on 26 December 2025. Check the portal for the current incentive per vehicle before you buy.

What documents do I need for PM E-DRIVE?

Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Mobile number for OTP.

How do I apply for PM E-DRIVE?

At the dealer, the PM E-DRIVE portal generates an e-voucher for you, authenticated with Aadhaar face verification. Sign the e-voucher and give it to the dealer; the price you pay is reduced by the incentive. Official site: https://pmedrive.heavyindustries.gov.in/

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for PM E-DRIVE?

No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.

Is the electric scooter subsidy still available in 2026?

Yes. A notification of 10 August 2026 extended PM E-DRIVE, including electric two-wheelers, to 31 March 2028. The incentive per vehicle is lower than at the start; the dealer shows it on the e-voucher.

Official sources

Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 March 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.

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