Government support for EV charging in India comes from two directions: central schemes and guidelines, and state EV policies. This guide explains the main central measures in plain language. Schemes change, so always check the latest official guidelines before making decisions.
This is a summary for general information, based on published guidelines and news reports listed below. It is not legal or financial advice. Confirm eligibility and current terms with the relevant ministry, state nodal agency or your advisor.
PM E-DRIVE: support for public charging
In September 2025, the Ministry of Heavy Industries released operational guidelines for public charging under the PM E-DRIVE scheme. As reported, ₹2,000 crore is allocated to support up to about 72,300 public chargers, including around 22,100 fast chargers for cars, 1,800 for buses and 48,400 for two- and three-wheelers.
| Location | Reported support |
|---|---|
| Government premises (offices, residential complexes, hospitals, schools) | Up to 100% of upstream infrastructure and charger cost, if charging is free for public use |
| Public sites of central or state bodies (fuel outlets, airports, bus and metro stations, ports, toll plazas) | 80% of upstream infrastructure and 70% of charger cost |
| Other public locations (city streets, malls, markets) | 80% of upstream infrastructure |
| Battery swapping and charging stations | 80% of upstream infrastructure |
Support is calculated on a benchmark or actual cost, whichever is lower. Proposals come through central ministries, public sector bodies and state or UT governments, which can partner with charge point operators selected through transparent bidding. Chargers must meet specified standards and connect to the national unified charging hub.
Ministry of Power guidelines, 2024
- No licence needed: setting up and operating charging stations is de-licensed.
- Tariffs: supply tariffs for EV charging are linked to the average cost of supply, with lower rates during solar hours and higher rates outside them.
- Service charge ceilings: the guidelines set ceilings on the service charge public stations can add, with lower ceilings in solar hours.
- Separate connections: housing societies, offices and other premises can request a separate metered connection for EV charging.
- Coverage targets: they set goals such as a charging station in every 1 km by 1 km urban grid by 2030, and stations every 20 km on highways.
State EV policies
Many states have their own EV policies, which may offer capital subsidies, reduced electricity tariffs, waived fees or land support for charging. Terms differ widely and are updated regularly, so check your state's current policy and speak to its nodal agency.
How PxT can help
PxT Energies can help public bodies and site partners plan projects that meet scheme requirements, from charger standards to connection to the national charging hub.