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18 Lakh EVs Incentivised Under PM E-DRIVE Scheme: Government Report

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Electric vehicles at charging station under PM E-DRIVE scheme in India

The Indian government has revealed that 18 lakh electric vehicles have been incentivised under the PM E-DRIVE scheme, accelerating India's transition to electric mobility and boosting the EV startup ecosystem.

Key Facts

Key facts: 18 Lakh EVs Incentivised Under PM E-DRIVE Scheme: Government Report
DetailValue
Deal size₹10,900 crore
SectorElectric Vehicles
CoverageStartup Trends

The Indian government has announced that 18 lakh (1.8 million) electric vehicles have been incentivised under the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme, marking a significant milestone in India's EV transition.


Scheme Overview


PM E-DRIVE Details:

  • Successor to the FAME II scheme
  • Budget allocation: ₹10,900 crore
  • Covers electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, buses, and ambulances
  • Incentives for charging infrastructure development

  • Impact on EV Ecosystem


    Key Statistics:

  • 18 lakh EVs incentivised to date
  • Electric two-wheelers account for 75% of registrations
  • EV penetration in two-wheelers: 8.5% (up from 5% in 2025)
  • 12,000+ public charging stations deployed

  • Startup Ecosystem Benefits


    EV Startups Gaining:

  • Ather Energy, Ola Electric, and TVS iQube seeing demand boost
  • Battery swapping startups like Battery Smart scaling faster
  • EV financing startups benefiting from consumer adoption
  • Charging infrastructure startups expanding networks

  • Government Vision


    India aims to achieve 30% EV penetration by 2030. The PM E-DRIVE scheme is central to this goal, with additional incentives expected in the upcoming phases.


    *The scheme's progress validates India's aggressive push toward electric mobility, creating massive opportunities for startups across the EV value chain.*

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    Reported by Karthik Iyer. Spotted an error in this story? Request a correction or email corrections@startupory.com. See our editorial policy.

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