Govt increases FAME II subsidy on electric two-wheelers, manufacturers welcome the move

For an electric two-wheeler to avail subsidy under FAME India phase II, it needs to have a minimum range of 80km and a minimum top speed of 40kmph.

In a move that will greatly benefit electric motorcycle and scooter customers, the Central government has increased the subsidy under the second phase of the FAME India scheme on electric two-wheelers by 50 per cent, making them more affordable. In a notification dated June 11, 2021, Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises said that the subsidy will now be Rs 15,000 per kWh for electric two-wheelers under FAME India phase II. Earlier, it was Rs 10,000 per kWh. Additionally, the cap on subsidy for an electric two-wheeler will be 40 per cent of its cost. For an electric two-wheeler to avail FAME India phase II subsidy, its maximum ex-factory price should not be more than Rs 1.50 lakh. Moreover, it needs to have a minimum range of 80km and a minimum top speed of 40kmph.