Delhi is preparing for a major leap in clean transportation with the upcoming Delhi New EV Policy (EV Policy 2.0), expected to be rolled out in early 2026. The new framework aims to make electric vehicles affordable for the middle class, strengthen charging infrastructure, tighten pollution norms, and position the capital as India’s leading EV hub.
Transition from Old Policy to EV Policy 2.0
Delhi’s first EV Policy was notified in 2020 and officially expired in August 2023. To avoid disruption in incentives, the government has extended the existing policy until December 31, 2025. As of late December 2025, a draft of EV Policy 2.0 is expected in the first week of January 2026, with final implementation from the next financial year.
Higher Subsidies to Boost EV Adoption
A key highlight of the Delhi New EV Policy is aggressive financial support to bridge the price gap between petrol/diesel vehicles and EVs.
- Electric Two-Wheelers: Proposed subsidies of ₹35,000–₹40,000 for buyers shifting from petrol vehicles. Reports also indicate targeted incentives of up to ₹30,000 for women and ₹21,000 for general buyers.
- Electric Cars: Subsidies may return for private EVs priced under ₹25 lakh, with incentives of ₹10,000 per kWh, capped at ₹1 lakh for the first 27,000 registrations.
- Retrofitting Incentives: For the first time, owners can receive up to ₹50,000 to convert petrol or diesel cars (up to ₹20 lakh) into electric vehicles.
- Scrappage Benefits: Additional financial incentives will be offered to those scrapping old polluting vehicles and purchasing a new EV.
- Loan Support: A proposed 5% interest subvention aims to reduce EV loan costs for eligible buyers.
Charging Infrastructure & Battery Ecosystem
Charging convenience is central to the Delhi New EV Policy. The government plans to install 5,000 public charging stations by 2030, supported by neighbourhood-level chargers and battery-swapping facilities. New building bylaws may require 20% of parking spaces in new constructions to be EV-ready.
The policy also introduces a structured battery recycling and disposal system to handle lithium-ion waste responsibly.
Public Transport & Commercial Vehicles
Electrification of public and commercial transport is another major pillar:
- No new CNG or petrol auto-rickshaws will be registered after August 2025.
- All government fleets and municipal garbage vehicles are targeted to be 100% electric by 2027.
- Delhi Transport Corporation aims to deploy 7,000 electric buses by November 2026, significantly cutting urban emissions.
Pollution Control & Vehicle Restrictions
With rising air pollution, the policy aligns closely with environmental goals. Recent GRAP measures already restrict older vehicles, and EV Policy 2.0 may further tighten norms, including potential bans on petrol/diesel two-wheelers from 2026. Wider EV adoption is expected to reduce PM2.5 and PM10 levels substantially.
Existing Benefits Until December 2025
Until the new policy is notified, current incentives remain valid:
- Full waiver on road tax and registration fees for EVs
- E-cycle subsidy of 25% (up to ₹5,500)
- Up to ₹6,000 subsidy for private charging points via a single-window system
The Road Ahead
According to the Delhi government, the Delhi New EV Policy is designed to make EV ownership as simple as charging a mobile phone. With higher subsidies, scrappage incentives, strong charging infrastructure, and strict pollution controls, the Delhi New EV Policy could transform the capital into India’s clean mobility capital and set a global benchmark for urban EV adoption.
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