Purchase subsidy
2W ₹5,000/kWh (first 10,000 units), 4W ₹10,000/kWh (first 1,000 units)
Road tax
75% motor-vehicle-tax rebate (verify)
What EV buyers get in Bihar
Bihar's incentives are limited to an initial number of units per category, so they favour early buyers.
The exact road-tax rebate should be confirmed on the Bihar transport portal as the policy is being updated.
Electric scooter & two-wheeler subsidy in Bihar
Two-wheelers get the most support. Electric scooter and bike buyers in Bihar qualify for the central PM E-DRIVE incentive of ₹2,500 per kWh of battery, capped at ₹5,000, applied automatically at the dealer (the electric two-wheeler incentive is scheduled to end 31 July 2026). On top of that, Bihar's own support — 2W ₹5,000/kWh (first 10,000 units), 4W ₹10,000/kWh (first 1,000 units) — applies to eligible two- and three-wheelers where active. So an electric scooter is where the subsidy adds up most in Bihar. Browse electric scooters or see the full electric scooter subsidy guide.
Do electric cars get a subsidy in Bihar?
Electric cars get no central cash subsidy anywhere in India — the Centre's view is that the concessional 5% GST already makes them cheaper. In Bihar, car buyers mainly benefit from the road-tax and registration savings (75% motor-vehicle-tax rebate (verify)). A few states add a small car incentive; check the Bihar portal for the current position.
State EV policies change frequently and several windows hinge on notifications around March 2026. Always confirm the current entitlement on the official Bihar transport/EV portal before you buy — this page is general information, not financial or legal advice.
Central scheme (applies in Bihar too)
On top of Bihar's benefits, the central PM E-DRIVE scheme gives electric two- and three-wheeler buyers ₹2,500 per kWh, capped at ₹5,000 (the e-2W incentive is scheduled to end 31 July 2026). Every EV — including cars — is taxed at just 5% GSTversus 18–40% on petrol/diesel. Electric cars get no central cash subsidy anywhere in India. See the full national EV subsidy guide for the complete central picture.
How to claim your savings in Bihar
- State subsidy: claimed via the Bihar EV/transport portal, paid by Direct Benefit Transfer to your bank after registration (about 30–45 days).
- Road-tax / registration: applied at the RTO during registration — confirm the dealer has factored the applicable rate into your on-road price.
- Central PM E-DRIVE (e-2W/e-3W): automatic at the dealer via an Aadhaar e-Voucher — nothing to file yourself.
- Scrappage benefit: present a Certificate of Deposit from a Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility during purchase for an added rebate.
Set up an EV charging station in Bihar
Looking beyond buying an EV? Running a public EV charging station in Bihar is a de-licensed business that can claim central PM E-DRIVE support plus Bihar's own capital subsidy. Start with our guide to setting up an EV charging station, or jump to a city guide for Bihar:
Bihar EV subsidy — FAQs
Is there an EV subsidy in Bihar in 2026?+
Bihar offers a per-kWh purchase incentive for early buyers plus a partial road-tax rebate. Purchase support: 2W ₹5,000/kWh (first 10,000 units), 4W ₹10,000/kWh (first 1,000 units). Road tax: 75% motor-vehicle-tax rebate (verify). Figures are current as of June 2026; verify on the Bihar transport/EV portal before buying.
Do electric cars get a subsidy in Bihar?+
Most states — including Bihar — direct their per-kWh cash subsidy at electric two- and three-wheelers, while car buyers mainly benefit from road-tax and registration savings (75% motor-vehicle-tax rebate (verify)). The central PM E-DRIVE scheme does not cover private electric cars anywhere in India.
How much subsidy is there on electric scooters in Bihar?+
Electric scooter buyers in Bihar get the central PM E-DRIVE incentive of ₹2,500 per kWh, capped at ₹5,000, applied automatically at the dealer (scheduled to end 31 July 2026). Bihar's state support (2W ₹5,000/kWh (first 10,000 units), 4W ₹10,000/kWh (first 1,000 units)) also applies to eligible two-wheelers where active — so scooters get the most subsidy of any EV category.
Is road tax waived on EVs in Bihar?+
Bihar: 75% motor-vehicle-tax rebate (verify). This applies under the current state policy — confirm the live window at your RTO, as several state waivers hinge on notifications around March 2026.
How do I claim the EV subsidy in Bihar?+
State purchase support is usually paid by Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to your bank account after the vehicle is registered, claimed through the Bihar EV/transport portal (typically 30–45 days). The road-tax waiver is applied at the RTO during registration — make sure your dealer has factored it into the on-road price. The central PM E-DRIVE incentive for e-2W/e-3W is applied automatically at the dealer via an Aadhaar e-Voucher.
Tools to help you decide
EV subsidies in other states
See the complete India EV subsidy & road-tax guide, browse the full EV catalogue, or estimate real savings with the cost & EMI calculators.
Sources & disclaimer
Condensed from the PM E-DRIVE portal (Ministry of Heavy Industries), PIB releases, the GST Council, and the Bihar transport/EV-policy portal. Subsidy schemes change frequently and several state windows expire around March 2026. General information only — not financial or legal advice. Verify the current entitlement on the official portal before purchase. Last reviewed June 2026.