The Ministry of Heavy Industries has announced amendments to the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme through a notification issued on August 7, 2025. This scheme was earlier notified on September 29, 2024, to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles, establish charging infrastructure, and develop the EV manufacturing ecosystem in India. The latest changes have been made effective from the date of their publication in the official gazette.
Under the revised provisions, the PM E-DRIVE Scheme will have a total financial outlay of ₹10,900 crore and will be implemented from October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2028. It aims to promote the faster adoption of EVs across the country while simultaneously supporting the installation of charging stations and encouraging domestic manufacturing of EV components. The Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS-2024), which was in force from April 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024, will now be merged into this scheme.
The government has clarified that the PM E-DRIVE Scheme is a fund-limited program, meaning the total disbursement will be restricted to the allocated ₹10,900 crore. If the funds for the scheme or any of its sub-components are exhausted before the scheduled end date of March 31, 2028, the scheme or the relevant parts of it will be closed ahead of schedule, and no further claims will be accepted.
There is also a specific provision for certain vehicle categories. The terminal date for availing benefits under the scheme for registered electric two-wheelers (e-2W), registered electric rickshaws and electric carts (e-rickshaw & e-cart), and registered electric three-wheelers of the L5 category (e-3W) will be March 31, 2026. This means that after this date, these vehicle types will no longer be eligible for benefits, even if the overall scheme continues for other categories.
The notification, signed by Additional Secretary Dr. Hanif Qureshi, emphasizes the government’s continued focus on strengthening India’s EV sector through targeted incentives, infrastructure support, and ecosystem development. It also underscores the importance of efficient fund utilization to achieve the scheme’s objectives within the allocated budget. By linking financial assistance to strict timelines and fund availability, the government aims to ensure faster execution and broader impact of the PM E-DRIVE Scheme.
