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Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme; Check Overview, Key Features & Other Details

The Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) is an initiative by the Government of India, launched by the Ministry of Heavy Industries with the aim of promoting the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) across the country. The primary objective of this scheme is to encourage the use of eco-friendly transportation, reduce pollution, and provide support for the domestic manufacturing of electric vehicles. It primarily offers financial incentives (subsidies) for electric two-wheelers (e-2Ws) and three-wheelers (e-3Ws), thereby making these vehicles more affordable for consumers.

Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme

Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme Overview

  • Scheme Name: Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS)
  • Launch Date: March 2024
  • Budget (Outlay): Rs. 500 crore (later increased to Rs.778 crore)
  • Type: Fund-limited scheme
  • Target: Promote electric mobility and reduce fossil fuel dependence
  • Replaced/Linked Scheme: Introduced after FAME-II and later merged into PM E-DRIVE Scheme

Objectives of Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme  

Promoting the use of electric vehicles across India
Reducing air pollution and carbon emissions
Supporting the 'Make in India' initiative and the electric vehicle manufacturing ecosystem
Providing affordable transportation alternatives
Encouraging the use of advanced battery technology in electric vehicles

EMPS Scheme 2026 Eligible Vehicles

The scheme mainly covers:

Electric Two-Wheelers (e-2W)
Electric Three-Wheelers (e-3W)
E-rickshaws
E-carts
L5 category vehicles

Incentives are provided only to electric vehicles (EVs) equipped with advanced batteries.

Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme Subsidy / Incentives

Under Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS):

  • Up to Rs.10,000 for electric two-wheelers
  • Up to Rs.25,000 for small three-wheelers
  • Up to Rs.50,000 for larger three-wheelers

Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme Key Features

Focus on short-term EV adoption boost
Supports both commercial and private users
Majority budget used for direct subsidies
Encourages clean public transport (e-rickshaws, e-carts)
Promotes advanced battery EV technology

EMPS Scheme Current Status

Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) was a temporary project.

It has now been merged into the PM E-DRIVE project (2024-2026), which features a significantly larger budget of Rs.10,900 crore.

Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q1. What is EMPS?

Answer: It is a government scheme providing subsidies on electric vehicles to promote green mobility.

Q2. Who can benefit?

Answer: Individuals, businesses, and fleet operators buying eligible EVs.

Q3. Which vehicles are covered?

Answer: Electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers (including e-rickshaws)

Q4. Is the scheme still active?

Answer: No, it was temporary and is now part of the PM E-DRIVE Scheme.

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