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Dr. B. R. Ambedkar’s Electric Auto (e-Auto) Subsidy Scheme

The scheme aims to socially and economically empower Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe women by supporting them in income-generating activities through electric autos. It provides a subsidy up to 75% of the cost (maximum ₹3,00,000/-) for electric autos to Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe women.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- A subsidy of 75% of the total cost of the electric auto (e-Auto) or ₹3,00,000/- whichever is less will be paid. | - This subsidy is paid after utilizing Central Government incentives under the Pradhan Mantri E-DRIVE Scheme (FAME-3), which provides a maximum subsidy of ₹50,000/-. | - The total cost of the electric auto will be calculated excluding extra accessories. | Disbursement | - In case the beneficiary has already purchased the vehicle: The applicant must submit the original invoice along with the application to the Department, and the subsidy amount will then be credited to the beneficiary’s account.- In case the beneficiary has not purchased the vehicle: The applicant must pay 25% of the total cost of the vehicle as an initial payment to the dealer. The applicant has to submit the invoice for payment along with the application, and the subsidy amount will then be credited to the dealer's account. | Post-Selection Obligations | - The beneficiary should not cause or permit a male driver to drive the vehicle. | - The beneficiary must retain all relevant documents for 5 years from the date of subsidy disbursement. | - The applicant has no power to sale/lease or any other transfer of ownership of the vehicle for a period of 5 years. | - If the information furnished by the beneficiary is false or if the electric auto is found to have been sold within the 5-year period, the total subsidy is liable to be returned to the Government or recovered with interest from the beneficiary.

Who can apply

The applicant should belong to the Union Territory of Puducherry either by virtue of birth or by virtue of continuous residence of not less than 5 years.; The applicant must be of the Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe community recognized by the Union Territory of Puducherry.; The applicant must be a woman.; The total annual income of the applicant and her spouse must not exceed ₹2,00,000/-.; The applicant must be at least 18 years old on the date of application.; The applicant must not be more than 45 years old on the date of application.; The applicant must not be availing assistance under a prolonged disease.; The applicant must have a valid driving licence for operating the electric auto issued by a Competent Authority.; The applicant must not have availed of a similar subsidy under any other State / Central Scheme for the same purpose.; Only one person per family can avail the benefit once in their lifetime.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the precise maximum age limit for potential applicants seeking to obtain the benefits provided through the scheme on the exact date of submitting the application form?

The applicant’s age must not exceed 45 years on the date the application is officially submitted to the Department.

Is it permissible for multiple members within the same immediate family unit to avail themselves of the subsidy benefits offered by the scheme, either simultaneously or sequentially?

No, the scheme strictly limits the benefit such that only one person per family is permitted to avail the subsidy.

How is the minimum annual income defined, and what is the ceiling for the combined total annual income of the applicant and their spouse for scheme eligibility?

The total annual income, which includes the earnings of the applicant and her spouse, must not exceed ₹2,00,000/-.

If I belong to the Scheduled Tribe community, is there a requirement regarding which governmental body must officially recognize my caste for my application to be considered valid?

The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe community as officially recognized by the Union Territory of Puducherry.

If my spouse and I have substantial income from different sources, how exactly is the 'total annual income' calculated to check compliance with the eligibility limit?

The eligibility calculation includes the total annual income of the applicant and her spouse combined, which means both incomes are counted together against the maximum limit.

If I have previously received financial assistance or a similar incentive from a different Central or State Government initiative for the purchase of an electric auto, am I still eligible to apply?

No, the applicant must not have previously availed of a similar subsidy under any other State or Central Government Scheme intended for the same specific purpose.

If I am applying based on continuous residence rather than birth in the Union Territory, what is the precise minimum duration of continuous residency required?

The applicant should demonstrate a continuous residence within the Union Territory of Puducherry for a period of not less than 5 years.

What documentation is required to prove my ability to legally operate the electric auto, specifically concerning licensing requirements for the vehicle type?

The applicant needs to possess a valid driving licence issued by the Competent Authority specifically for operating the electric auto (e-Auto).

Is the subsidy a recurring benefit, or is there a lifetime limitation on how many times an eligible woman can successfully receive financial support under this scheme?

The benefit is strictly limited and can only be availed once in their entire lifetime by the selected beneficiary.

If I belong to the Scheduled Caste community, is there a requirement regarding which governmental body must officially recognize my caste for my application to be considered valid?

The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste community as officially recognized by the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Does the eligibility criteria specify that the applicant must be female, considering the scheme’s stated objective of social and economic empowerment?

Yes, the explicit objective of the scheme is aimed toward supporting women belonging exclusively to the Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe community.

Are there any restrictions based on health or ongoing medical support that would automatically disqualify a person from applying for the electric auto subsidy?

Yes, persons who are currently availing financial assistance under programs related to prolonged disease are specifically not eligible for benefits under this scheme.

Must I be a permanent resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth, or can I qualify if I have established a continuous dwelling there for a specific duration?

The applicant should belong to the Union Territory of Puducherry either by virtue of birth or through continuous residence maintained for a duration of not less than 5 years.

Is there a stipulated minimum age requirement that must be met by all applicants applying for the scheme benefits on the date the application form is submitted?

Yes, the applicant's age should not be less than 18 years as calculated on the date of submitting the formal application.