Delhi EV Policy 2.0: Only E-Autos From 2027, Big Incentives For Electric Vehicle Buyers, All You Need To Know

The Delhi Cabinet today approved a new Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy aimed at accelerating the shift towards clean transportation in the national capital. The policy, which is expected to come into effect from July 1, lays out an ambitious roadmap to make electric vehicles the preferred choice for commuters over the next few years.

As part of the plan, the Delhi government will invest ₹15,000 crore over the next four years to strengthen EV infrastructure, encourage buyers and reduce vehicular pollution.

Only Electric Autos to Be Registered From 2027

One of the biggest highlights of the new policy is that only electric auto-rickshaws will be allowed to register in Delhi from January 1, 2027.

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The government has also announced that only electric two-wheelers will be registered from April 1, 2028, marking another major step towards reducing emissions from conventional fuel-powered vehicles.

The move is expected to significantly increase the number of electric vehicles on Delhi's roads over the coming years.

Delhi Targets 95% Electric Vehicle Registrations

The government has set an ambitious goal of ensuring that 95 per cent of all new vehicle registrations in Delhi are electric by 2027.

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Officials believe the new EV Policy 2.0 will help Delhi maintain its position as one of India's leading states in electric mobility while improving air quality and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.

Subsidies for Electric Vehicle Buyers

To encourage more people to switch to electric vehicles, the government has announced financial incentives for buyers.

Under the policy:

Buyers of electric two-wheelers will receive a ₹30,000 subsidy during the first year of the scheme.

Buyers of electric three-wheelers will receive a ₹50,000 subsidy.
These incentives are aimed at making EVs more affordable and encouraging faster adoption among individuals and commercial operators.

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₹1 Lakh Scrapping Incentive for Older Cars

The new policy also includes incentives for replacing older vehicles.
Owners of BS-IV four-wheelers will be eligible for a ₹1 lakh scrapping incentive, encouraging them to retire older, more polluting vehicles and switch to cleaner alternatives.

The government hopes this measure will help reduce emissions from ageing vehicles that continue to contribute significantly to air pollution.

No Subsidy for Hybrid Vehicles

Earlier drafts of the policy had proposed a 50 per cent road tax waiver for hybrid vehicles priced up to ₹30 lakh.

However, the final policy does not include any subsidy or financial incentive for hybrid vehicles. Hybrid vehicles use both an internal combustion engine and one or more electric motors. They also recharge their batteries through regenerative braking and engine-generated power.

Officials said the government has chosen to focus its financial support on fully electric vehicles rather than hybrids.

₹15,000 Crore Investment Planned

The Delhi government plans to invest ₹15,000 crore over the next four years under the policy. The investment is expected to support charging infrastructure, improve EV adoption, strengthen public transport electrification and expand other facilities required for a large-scale transition to electric mobility.

A Major Push Towards Cleaner Transport

Delhi has been among the leading states in promoting electric mobility through subsidies, charging infrastructure and policy support.

With the new EV Policy, the government aims to accelerate the transition away from petrol and diesel vehicles while tackling the city's long-standing air pollution challenge.

If implemented as planned, the policy could significantly reshape Delhi's transport landscape by making electric vehicles the dominant choice for commuters, commercial drivers and fleet operators over the next few years.