Electric Bikes, Rickshaws, and Cars Now Available with Govt Subsidy

The Government of Pakistan, through the Ministry of Industries and Production, has announced a subsidized electric vehicle scheme under the New Energy Vehicle Policy 2025–30.

Subsidy Allocations

Under the first phase, which will be carried out during the fiscal year 2025–26, the government will offer subsidized rates for the following:

• 40,000 electric motorcycles
• 1,000 electric rickshaws
• 1,000 electric cars

The subsidy amounts are as follows:

• Motorcycle: Rs. 20,000
• Rickshaw: Rs. 80,000
• Car: Rs. 290,000

The total budget allocated for this phase is Rs. 880 million.

Eligibility Criteria

The program is targeted at segments of the population that typically face barriers to affordable transport. Eligible groups include:

• Students
• Factory workers
• Women
• Residents of rural areas
• Low-income individuals
• Persons with disabilities

Application Process

Interested individuals must submit their applications online at www.pave.gov.pk. Applications must include:

• A valid CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
• A driving license, where applicable
• Any other required documents as outlined on the platform

The deadline for applications is September 30, 2025. Selection will be conducted through a digital balloting process, ensuring a transparent allocation of subsidized vehicles.

The program is part of the Pakistan Accelerated Vehicle Electrification Program (PAVE) and will be implemented under the supervision of the Engineering Development Board. The policy aims to reduce vehicle emissions, improve access to mobility, and support long-term environmental planning.

Further information is available on the official websites of the Ministry of Industries and Production (www.moip.gov.pk) and the Engineering Development Board (www.engineeringpakistan.com). A helpline is also available at 1048 for public inquiries.