The Delhi government has rolled out the Delhi EV Policy 2.0, setting the roadmap for electric mobility in the capital over the next few years. Effective from July 1, 2026, the policy will remain in force until March 31, 2030 and is aimed at increasing EV adoption while strengthening the city's charging and supporting infrastructure.
One of the biggest takeaways from the new policy is that strong hybrid vehicles have been left out of the incentive scheme. Earlier drafts had proposed tax benefits for hybrids, but the final version reserves all financial support exclusively for battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
No Benefits For Hybrid Cars
When the draft EV Policy 2.0 was released earlier this year, it suggested extending road tax and registration fee concessions to strong hybrid cars. That proposal sparked discussions across the automotive industry, with some manufacturers advocating hybrids as a practical transition technology.
However, the final policy takes a different approach. The Delhi government has decided to channel incentives only towards fully electric vehicles, signalling its intention to promote zero-emission mobility rather than partially electrified alternatives.
Road Tax Exemption Now Comes With Price Cap
Unlike the previous EV policy, which exempted all electric cars from road tax and registration charges, the revised policy introduces a limit.
Only electric cars priced up to Rs 30 lakh (ex-showroom) will now be eligible for a 100 % exemption on road tax and registration fees. This means premium electric vehicles priced above the threshold will no longer receive these benefits.
Purchase Incentives For Different EV Categories
To encourage EV adoption across segments, the policy continues to offer financial support for several categories of electric vehicles.
Eligible buyers can receive:
- Up to Rs 30,000 for electric two-wheelers
- Up to Rs 50,000 for electric three-wheelers
- Up to Rs 1 lakh for electric goods carriers in the N1 category
Gradual Phase-Out of ICE Vehicles
The policy also outlines a phased transition away from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in specific segments.
Starting January 1, 2027, only electric auto-rickshaws and electric N1 goods carriers will be eligible for new registrations in Delhi.
The transition will extend to motorcycles and scooters from April 1, 2028, after which new petrol and CNG-powered two-wheelers will no longer be registered in the national capital.
Rs 15,000 Crore Planned For EV Ecosystem
Beyond vehicle incentives, the Delhi government plans to invest approximately Rs 15,000 crore during the policy period to strengthen the overall EV ecosystem.
The investment is expected to support the expansion of public charging infrastructure, electrification of public transport, and development of other infrastructure required for wider EV adoption. Detailed implementation guidelines and fund allocation are expected to be announced separately.
What Does This Mean For Buyers?
Delhi EV Policy 2.0 makes the government's priorities clear. Instead of supporting multiple cleaner technologies, the policy focuses entirely on battery electric vehicles through tax exemptions, purchase incentives, scrappage benefits and infrastructure investments.
