India, Dec. 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

Segment

Target Nos.

EVs Sold

% Share

No. of OEMS registered under scheme

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

e-2W

24,79,120

18,40,007

74%

19

e-rickshaw & e-cart

39,034

5,267

13%

5

e-3W(L5)

2,88,809

2,88,508

100%

15

Total for above

28,06,963

21,23,782

76%

The PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme was notified on 29.09.2024 with an outlay of Rs.10,900 crore.

2. The aggressive targets set by the MHI for the e-3Ws (L5) segment have been met ( 2.88 lac units ) ahead of time and the incentivization under the scheme for e-3Ws (L5) has been closed post 26/12/2025.

3. EV penetration within the e-3Ws (L5) segment is now estimated at ~32%, aligning perfectly with the government's vision to establish a self-sustaining ecosystem.

4. As on 30/12/2025, a total of 21.24 lakh EVs have been sold under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme as detailed below:

No. of EVs Sold under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme as on 30.12.2025

5. Currently, e-2Ws have seen sales of 18,40,007 units against a target of nearly 24.79 lakh units. The incentive for e-2Ws and e-rickshaws/ e-carts under the Scheme shall continue up to 31/03/2026.

Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication.