PM E-DRIVE Scheme Implementation and Financial Status
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has implemented the PM E-DRIVE Scheme on a pan-India basis without any state-wise allocation. The scheme provides incentives to eligible electric vehicle buyers through an upfront reduction in purchase price, which is subsequently reimbursed to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) by the Ministry.
Financial Allocation and Utilization
For FY 2025-26, the scheme allocated ₹1,300 crore with actual expenditure of ₹1,160.32 crore, representing an 89% utilization rate. For FY 2026-27, ₹1,500 crore has been allocated with ₹169.06 crore utilized as of July 22, 2026. Claims pending reimbursement under processing total ₹139.43 crore for FY 2026-27.
Technical Implementation Challenges
Users may experience portal friction due to network issues, anti-virus scanning, or urgent maintenance activity by NIC. Aadhaar authentication issues include: (1) mobile numbers not linked with beneficiary's Aadhaar for face authentication, and (2) biometric authentication failures due to outdated or mismatched records requiring biometric updates. The e-voucher system only records successful Aadhaar face authentication transactions, and no state-wise information is maintained for unsuccessful attempts.
Subsidy Disbursement Status
There are no pending subsidy disbursements for e-rickshaws and e-carts, including in Chhattisgarh, for all categories of EV purchasers (including tribal women's self-help groups) as upfront subsidy is already passed to customers at the time of purchase. The Ministry confirmed there is no proposal for state-wise allocation under the scheme.