Delhi EV Policy 2026 Approved: No New Petrol Two-Wheelers From April 2028
Delhi EV Policy 2026 has been approved with EV incentives, road tax waivers and scrappage benefits
The Delhi Cabinet has approved the Delhi EV Policy 2026, introducing a wide-ranging plan to boost electric vehicle adoption while reducing vehicular pollution in the national capital. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that the policy kicks in from July 1, 2026, and stays in force until March 31, 2030. Backed by an investment of around Rs 15,000 crore over four years, the policy covers purchase incentives, tax waivers, scrappage benefits, and a phased plan to end new ICE vehicle registrations in key segments.
| Category | Benefit |
|---|---|
| EV Cars (Up to ₹30 Lakh Ex-Showroom) | 100% Road Tax and Registration Fee Waiver |
| Electric Two-Wheelers | Purchase Incentive of Up to ₹30,000 |
| Electric Three-Wheelers | Purchase Incentive of Up to ₹50,000 |
| N1 Electric Trucks | Purchase Incentive of Up to ₹1 Lakh |
| Scrapping Old Vehicles | Incentive Ranging from ₹10,000 to ₹1 Lakh, Depending on Vehicle Category |
| Charging Infrastructure | More Than 30,000 Charging Points to Be Installed |
| Incentive Payment | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
Road Tax and Registration Fee Waiver for EV Cars
A key financial benefit under the new policy is a full exemption on road tax and registration fees for electric passenger cars priced up to Rs 30 lakh ex-showroom. This applies exclusively to battery electric vehicles. Hybrid vehicles have been kept out of this benefit and will not receive any subsidies or purchase incentives under the policy.
Earlier versions of the policy had proposed a 50% road tax waiver for strong hybrid cars priced up to Rs 30 lakh. That proposal has not made it into the final policy, and hybrid vehicles do not get any tax benefits or purchase incentives.
Purchase Incentives Across Vehicle Categories
The policy introduces a tiered purchase incentive structure that applies to electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and commercial trucks.
Electric two-wheeler buyers will receive:
- Rs 30,000 in the first year
- Rs 20,000 in the second year
- Rs 10,000 in the third year
For electric three-wheelers (passenger autorickshaws), the incentives are:
- Rs 50,000 in the first year
- Rs 40,000 in the second year
- Rs 30,000 in the third year
Buyers of N1 category electric commercial trucks, those with a gross vehicle weight of up to 3.5 tonnes can receive a purchase incentive of up to Rs 1 lakh during the first year. All incentive amounts will be routed directly to buyers through the Direct Benefit Transfer system.
Scrappage Incentives to Speed Up Fleet Renewal
To encourage owners of older vehicles to switch to electric, the government has announced scrappage incentives that vary by vehicle category.
| Vehicle Category | Scrappage Incentive |
|---|---|
| Two-Wheeler | ₹10,000 |
| Three-Wheeler | ₹25,000 |
| N1 Truck | ₹50,000 |
| Gramin Seva | ₹15,000 |
| BS-IV or Older Passenger Four-Wheeler (Switching to EV) | ₹1 Lakh |
It is worth noting that the Chief Minister's social media communication mentioned the scrappage range as Rs 5,000 to Rs 1 lakh, while the detailed press briefing placed the two-wheeler scrappage incentive at Rs 10,000 as the starting figure.
Timeline: What Changes and When
| Date / Period | What Happens |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2026 | Policy comes into effect. Purchase incentives, road tax waiver, registration fee waiver, and scrappage benefits become available. |
| July 1, 2026 – March 31, 2030 | EV purchase incentives remain valid throughout the policy period. |
| January 1, 2027 | Only new electric autorickshaws can be registered. Registration of new petrol and CNG autorickshaws ends. |
| January 1, 2027 | Only new electric N1 goods carriers (up to 3.5-tonne GVW) can be registered. Registration of new ICE N1 commercial vehicles ends. |
| Within 2 Years of Policy Notification | School bus operators must electrify at least 10% of their fleet. |
| Within 3 Years of Policy Notification | School bus operators must electrify at least 20% of their fleet. |
| April 1, 2028 | Registration of new petrol two-wheelers ends. Only new electric two-wheelers can be registered. |
| March 31, 2030 | The policy period ends. School bus fleets must have at least 30% electric buses by this date. |
What Stays Unchanged
Existing petrol and diesel vehicles, including petrol and CNG two-wheelers and autorickshaws, are not affected by the new registration rules. Owners can continue using their current vehicles without any restrictions. The policy only controls the registration of new vehicles going forward.
| Category | Status |
|---|---|
| Existing Petrol and Diesel Vehicles | No Ban |
| Existing Petrol and CNG Two-Wheelers | Can Continue to Be Used |
| Existing Petrol and CNG Autorickshaws | Can Continue Operating Under Existing Rules |
| Hybrid Vehicles | No Purchase Incentives Under the Policy |
Over 30,000 Charging Points in the Pipeline
To support the growing EV base, the Delhi government plans to build more than 30,000 EV charging points across the city during the policy period. Funding will come from the PM e-Drive Scheme as well as the state government's own budget. Charging stations are planned at high-footfall public locations such as markets and workplaces. The government is also working on enabling dedicated charging meters for home-based residential charging.
The Pollution Angle
Delhi Transport Commissioner Niharika Rai explained that the policy targets the vehicle segments that are the biggest contributors to vehicular pollution in the city. According to government data, commercial goods vehicles are responsible for around 33% of vehicular pollution in Delhi, while two-wheelers and three-wheelers together account for another 46%. The policy's phased approach to EV adoption and ICE registration restrictions is designed with these figures in mind.
With purchase incentives, tax waivers, scrappage benefits and a clear transition plan, the Delhi EV Policy 2026 aims to speed up EV adoption across the city while helping reduce vehicle-related pollution.
Hari Babu
I’m Hari Babu, a freelance automotive journalist with over three years of experience covering the Indian automobile industry. I report on car and bike news, launch updates, and industry developments across India. I currently serve as Content Head at Gaadi Journal.
