Delhi EV Policy 2026: Petrol/CNG Registrations Banned From 2028

• New petrol and CNG two-wheeler registrations stop from 1 April 2028
• Only electric two-wheelers will be registered in Delhi
• Incentives and scrapping benefits aimed at softening this transition

Delhi EV Policy 2026 has now been cleared by the Cabinet. From 1 April 2028 there will be no registrations possible of new petrol and CNG two-wheelers in Delhi, only electric scooters and motorcycles will be eligible for fresh registrations. All stakeholders including buyers, dealers, fleet operators and manufacturers now have a little under two years to prepare for an electric-only Delhi. This is a major shift in policy for a city where scooters and motorcycles form a large part of everyday mobility. Good or bad, time will tell.

Two-wheeler segment are crucial as it is the most price-sensitive part of the vehicle market. A scooter or motorcycle is often the first vehicle in a household, a delivery rider’s main earning tool, or the most affordable way to cross the city on a daily basis. That is why the phase-out of petrol and CNG two-wheelers cannot work only through regulation. It also needs pricing support, easy and reliable charging access, and durable products that can handle Delhi’s heat, traffic and daily commuting.

Incentives will become important furthermore. The new policy is expected to offer financial support of up to Rs. 50,000 on electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers in the first year of implementation, along with existing road tax benefits. For electric two-wheelers, this support could make a meaningful difference because the biggest barrier is still the upfront price. Many electric vehicles already make sense on running cost, but buyers often hesitate because the initial payment is higher than that of a petrol vehicle. Scrapping benefits will also play a key role. Scrapping incentives can work as an additional discount when moving from an old petrol scooter or motorcycle to a new electric one.

Electric two-wheeler companies need to buckle up and strengthen their dealer networks, service support, battery warranties and parts availability across Delhi before the 1 April 2028 deadline. Servicing is major challenge for E2Ws. Electrics may have fewer moving parts, but they require complicated diagnostics, software support and trained technicians to do all of that.

You can keep buying petrol and CNG two-wheelers in Delhi in 2026 or 2027 and register it before the deadline. But the resale values could become a concern as the 2028 cut-off comes closer. Electric two-wheelers may become more attractive if incentives, tax relief and scrapping benefits are easy to claim. The policy will work best if the buying process is simple and the benefits are visible at the dealership level.

Charging is another major concern now. For home-charging users with active access, electric scooters are already convenient. But many Delhi residents live in apartments, rented homes or colonies where dedicated parking and charging are not easy. The two-wheeler transition will need neighbourhood-level charging, workplace charging and safe public charging points, which let’s be honest is not so dense for now. Not to mention the charging network will need a thorough backing by manufacturers and dealers.