EV Charging Resource
EV Charger Subsidy Tables — India 2026
State-by-state EV charging station incentive summary, central schemes (FAME II / PM E-DRIVE), SGST reimbursement rules, and an application-readiness checklist. Updated for FY2026.
Used by EV charging investors, fleet operators (logistics, e-commerce, transit), real-estate developers, and charge-point operators evaluating where to deploy charging infrastructure.
State-by-State Subsidy Snapshot
Eight states with the strongest active EV charging incentive frameworks. All figures are policy maxima — actual disbursement is subject to scheme caps, application order, and site verification.
| State | Policy | Capital Subsidy (max) | Tariff Concession | SGST Reimbursement | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Delhi EV Policy 2.0 (extended) | Up to ₹6,000 per slow charger, ₹50,000 per fast charger (first 30,000 chargers) | Single-part EV tariff ~₹4.5/kWh; no fixed charge for non-domestic | 100% SGST reimbursement on chargers + installation | Strongest commercial-incentive package nationally. Fastest application process via DTL portal. |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra EV Policy 2021-2025 | Up to ₹10 lakh capex subsidy on first 250 fast chargers across Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Aurangabad | Special EV tariff via MERC; concessional cross-subsidy | 100% SGST reimbursement (subject to cap) | MMRDA + PMRDA also offer site-allocation support for fleet/public chargers. |
| Karnataka | Karnataka EV & Energy Storage Policy 2022 | 25% capital subsidy on infrastructure cost, max ₹10 lakh per public charging station | Concessional EV tariff via KERC; off-peak slot rebates | 100% SGST reimbursement on EV-related fixed assets | Bengaluru-specific BBMP tenders for kerb-side charging — separate scheme worth tracking. |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Electric Vehicles Policy 2023 | Capital subsidy up to ₹10 lakh per public charging station in Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy | EV-specific tariff via TNERC | 100% SGST reimbursement for first 5 years | Hosur–Chennai automotive corridor is the focus area for fleet/heavy-duty charging. |
| Gujarat | Gujarat State EV Policy 2021 | Capital subsidy up to 25% (max ₹10 lakh per public charging station) | Concessional EV tariff via GERC | 100% SGST reimbursement on EV chargers | GIFT City, Surat, Ahmedabad public-charging RFPs released regularly via GUVNL. |
| Telangana | Telangana EV & ESS Policy 2020-2030 | Capital subsidy up to ₹10 lakh per public charging station; first 100 stations prioritised | Concessional EV tariff | 100% SGST reimbursement for first 5 years | Hyderabad ORR + ITHL corridor receive priority site allocation. |
| Haryana | Haryana Electric Vehicle Policy 2022 | 25% capital subsidy on equipment cost (max ₹10 lakh per public charging station) | Single-part EV tariff | Up to 100% SGST reimbursement on EV-related capex | Gurugram-Faridabad-Sonipat corridor under Master Plan 2031 has carved-out EV charging zones. |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh EV Manufacturing & Mobility Policy 2022 | Capital subsidy up to ₹10 lakh per public charging station (first 2,000 stations) | Concessional EV tariff via UPERC | 100% SGST reimbursement | NCR-based investments + Lucknow-Kanpur-Varanasi triangle qualify additionally for state manufacturing incentives. |
Figures from state policy documents. Always verify current rates on the relevant state nodal-agency portal before basing investment decisions on this table.
Central Government Schemes
Central capital incentives stack with state subsidies, subject to cumulative caps. The most relevant for charging-infrastructure investors:
FAME II — Public Charging Infrastructure
MHI capital incentive of up to ₹4,000 per kW (slow chargers) / ₹50,000 per fast charger, capped per applicant. Implemented through MHI-empanelled OEMs and CPOs.
PM E-DRIVE Scheme
FY2024 successor to FAME II. Continues capital incentives for fast-charging infrastructure on national highways and inter-city corridors. ₹2,000 crore allocation for charging infrastructure.
PLI for Advanced Chemistry Cells (ACC)
Battery-side scheme — relevant for fleet operators contemplating second-life storage at charging stations.
Income tax §80EEB
Personal income tax deduction on interest paid on EV loans (up to ₹1.5 lakh) — useful when promoting consumer EV purchase alongside the charger investment case.
Reduced GST
EV chargers are at 5% GST (vs 18% for general electrical equipment). EV charging service is at 18% GST currently.
Application Readiness Checklist
What every state and central scheme will ask for. Have these ready before applying — most rejection notes cite incomplete site readiness, not policy non-compliance.
- Site lease agreement minimum 5-10 years (most state policies require this).
- Land-use clearance for commercial/charging activity from local authority.
- DISCOM electricity connection feasibility letter for the requested kW load.
- Fire NOC (in Delhi, MH, KA — others may require depending on location).
- Charger model OEM-empanelled with MHI for FAME II / PM E-DRIVE claims.
- OCPP 1.6+ protocol support (mandatory for inter-operability claims).
- TAC compliance for hazardous-area / underground parking installations.
- Pollution Control Board NOC for sites with diesel-based standby genset.
Tech OVN EV Chargers
Tech OVN supplies OCPP 2.0.1-compliant EV chargers eligible for FAME II / PM E-DRIVE empanelment to OEM partners, fleet operators, and real-estate developers:
- →EV Charger Manufacturer India — overview of Type 2 22 kW AC, 3.3 kW slow AC, and white-label charge controller boards.
- →Type 2 22 kW AC Charger — for commercial public-charging deployments.
- →3.3 kW Slow Home Charger — for residential and Bharat AC001 deployments.
- →EV Charge Controller (OEM) — white-label controller for CPO and OEM partners.
FAQ
Common questions about the application process, scheme stacking, OEM empanelment, and charger eligibility.
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With state policy reference links and a site-readiness application worksheet.