New Delhi: The Delhi EV Policy 2026 received cabinet approval under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The new policy aims to accelerate electric vehicle adoption and reduce pollution across the national capital.
The government will now send the policy to the Lieutenant Governor (LG) for final approval. If approved, authorities plan to implement it from July 1, 2026, and keep it in force until March 31, 2030.
Government Waives Road Tax and Registration Fee
Under the Delhi EV Policy 2026, buyers of all electric vehicles will receive a 100% exemption from road tax and registration fees.
Moreover, four-wheel electric vehicles with an ex-showroom price of up to ₹30 lakh will qualify for these benefits.
The government expects these incentives to encourage more people to switch from petrol and diesel vehicles to zero-emission electric vehicles.
Government Announces ₹15,000 Crore Benefits
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the government will invest more than ₹7,000 crore over the next four years to strengthen Delhi’s EV infrastructure.
In addition, EV users will receive tax concessions and other incentives worth around ₹8,000 crore.
As a result, citizens could receive total benefits of nearly ₹15,000 crore under the Delhi EV Policy 2026.
She also clarified that the policy will come into effect only after the Lieutenant Governor grants formal approval.
Policy Focuses on Cleaner Transport
The Delhi EV Policy 2026 aims to reduce air pollution and promote sustainable transportation.
Furthermore, the government wants residents to replace conventional petrol and diesel vehicles with electric vehicles. Officials believe this shift will improve Delhi’s air quality while creating a cleaner and more efficient transport system.
Support for All Types of Electric Vehicles
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the policy supports every major category of electric vehicle.
These include:
- Two-wheelers
- Three-wheelers
- Four-wheelers
- Light commercial goods vehicles
- Rural service vehicles
Additionally, the government designed the policy to ensure that different groups of consumers can benefit from EV adoption.
Scrappage and Charging Infrastructure Also Included
Besides purchase incentives, the Delhi EV Policy 2026 also encourages owners to scrap old vehicles.
The government will also expand EV charging infrastructure across Delhi to make electric mobility more convenient.
Rekha Gupta explained that the subsidy framework will reduce the price gap between conventional vehicles and electric vehicles, making EVs more affordable for buyers.
Cabinet Appreciates Policy Efforts
Finally, the Chief Minister congratulated Cabinet Ministers Pankaj Kumar Singh, Ashish Sood, and Manjinder Singh Sirsa for their contributions to the policy.
She said they incorporated suggestions from various stakeholders to improve Delhi’s transport system and make the new EV policy more effective.
Conclusion
The Delhi EV Policy 2026 marks a major step toward cleaner transportation in the national capital. With tax exemptions, financial incentives, infrastructure investment, and charging expansion, the policy aims to make electric vehicles more affordable and accessible.
If implemented as planned, it could significantly boost EV adoption while helping Delhi reduce pollution over the coming years.
Key Points of the News
- Delhi EV Policy 2026 has received cabinet approval and is expected to take effect from July 1, 2026, after LG approval.
- Buyers of electric vehicles will get 100% exemption on road tax and registration fees.
- The government will invest over ₹7,000 crore in EV infrastructure and provide ₹8,000 crore in incentives.
- The policy covers two-wheelers, three-wheelers, four-wheelers, light commercial vehicles, and rural service vehicles.
- The government will also promote vehicle scrappage and expand EV charging infrastructure to support clean mobility.
