What is FAME India Phase 2 — EV Subsidy?
FAME India (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles) Phase 2 is the central government's flagship EV adoption programme, implemented by the Ministry of Heavy Industries with ₹10,000 crore budget (2019-2024, further extended). FAME II provides upfront purchase subsidies on electric vehicles to lower their sticker price. Subsidy rates: Electric 2-wheelers: ₹10,000-15,000 per vehicle (₹10,000/kWh battery capacity, max ₹50,000 per vehicle, capped at 15% of ex-factory price); Electric 3-wheelers/e-rickshaws: Up to ₹50,000; Electric 4-wheelers (private cars): Pilot subsidy for BEV cars (e.g., Tata Nexon EV got ₹1.5 lakh subsidy under initial phase); Electric buses: ₹20-54 lakh per bus (state transport undertakings). Over 14 lakh electric 2-wheelers and 9,000+ electric buses were supported under FAME II. FAME II was succeeded by PM E-DRIVE scheme (2024) and PM e-Bus Sewa — check those for current subsidies.
FAME India Phase 2 — EV Subsidy — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | FAME India Phase 2 — EV Subsidy: ₹10,000-₹1.5 Lakh Subsidy on Electric 2/3/4 Wheelers |
| Launched By | Government of India |
| Launch Year | 2019 |
| Benefit | Upfront purchase subsidy on EVs: ₹10,000-50,000 on e-2 wheelers + ₹50,000 on e-3 wheelers + ₹1.5 lakh on electric cars (pilot) + ₹20-54 lakh on electric buses + Charging infrastructure development |
| Category | Finance |
| Last Verified | 27 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://fame.heavyindustries.gov.in |
Benefits of FAME India Phase 2 — EV Subsidy
Upfront purchase subsidy on EVs: ₹10,000-50,000 on e-2 wheelers + ₹50,000 on e-3 wheelers + ₹1.5 lakh on electric cars (pilot) + ₹20-54 lakh on electric buses + Charging infrastructure development
Who is Eligible for FAME India Phase 2 — EV Subsidy?
- ✓Any Indian buyer purchasing a FAME II-registered electric vehicle model from an OEM listed on FAME portal
- ✓Subsidy is auto-deducted at point of sale by the OEM — no separate application by buyer
- ✓For e-buses: State/city transport undertakings (STUs) apply directly to MHI
- ✓Electric 2-wheelers: Must have Type Approval from ARAI/iCAT + battery density ≥ 50Wh/kg
- ✓FAME II phase ended March 2024 — PM E-DRIVE (₹10,900 crore) now covers e-2 wheelers and e-buses (2024-26)
Documents Required for FAME India Phase 2 — EV Subsidy
How to Apply for FAME India Phase 2 — EV Subsidy Online?
- 1Visit any authorized dealer of FAME/PM E-DRIVE empanelled EV brands (Ola, Ather, Hero Electric, TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, Tata Motors, etc.)
- 2Purchase eligible EV model — subsidy is automatically deducted from invoice price
- 3OEM dealer claims reimbursement from MHI/DPIIT directly — no action needed from buyer
- 4State subsidies: Many states offer ADDITIONAL EV subsidies (check state EV policy) — Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Rajasthan all have state EV incentives
Official Government Portal
fame.heavyindustries.gov.in is the only authorised application channel, and the government charges nothing there — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
🔗Apply on fame.heavyindustries.gov.in