Archive · 8 Aug 2025
India Extends PM E-DRIVE Scheme to Boost EV Adoption
The Indian government is continuing its PM E-DRIVE program to encourage electric vehicle use.
The program has been extended until 2028, but the subsidies for electric scooters and rickshaws will stop in 2026.
The government will keep using Rs 10,900 crore to encourage the purchase of electric vehicles and build more charging stations.
The government hopes this will help more people switch to electric vehicles.
PM E-DRIVE scheme extended to March 31, 2028.
The scheme's budget remains at Rs 10,900 crore.
Scheme aims to boost EV adoption, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
Subsidies for two- and three-wheelers end March 31, 2026.
Electric buses, trucks, and other priority categories remain eligible for incentives until the end of the scheme, subject to available funds.
- Who
- Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India
- What
- PM E-DRIVE scheme extended.
- When
- Extended to March 31, 2028.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To boost EV adoption, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
Scheme Focus
Subsidy Programs
Key Components
Scheme Focus
Continued focus on subsidies and adoption.
Subsidy Programs
Subsidy focus shifts to priority categories, 2 and 3 wheelers end in 2026.
- Scheme Name
- PM E-DRIVE
- Original Launch
- 2024
- Extended End Date
- March 31, 2028
- 2 & 3 Wheeler Subsidy End
- March 31, 2026
- Total Budget
- Rs 10,900 crore
Sources
A downshift: Why India’s EV push is leaving cars behind — and betting big on trucks
Centre extends PM E-Drive by two years, till 2027-28
From Fuel Savings to Perks: Why Your Next Scooter or Rickshaw Could Be Practically Free
Govt extends PM E-DRIVE scheme till 2028: Here’s what it means