Uttar Pradesh (UP) one of India’s fastest-growing states in green mobility, hit an exciting milestone: in the first quarter (April–June 2025) of FY 2025–26, 70,770 electric vehicles (EVs) were registered and, importantly, came with tax and fee exemptions of ₹255.50 crore. Overall, the numbers underline the extent of adoption and government incentivization efforts bioenergytimes.com.
A New Rise in EV Adoption
The overall number of 70,770 EVs includes a mix of electric two- wheelers, cars, three-wheelers, and e-rickshaws:
- 5,658 electric cars
- 15,434 electric two‑wheelers economypost.in , bioenergytimes.com
These numbers represent a significant movement from lower-end models to mid-segment electric vehicles like passenger cars and scooters.
Substantial Fiscal Impact: ₹255.50 Crore in Incentives
During this quarter, transport authorities provided tax and duty reliefs of ₹255.50 crore—a testimony of the policy push and uptake by buyers bioenergytimes.com Even in June, 23,513 EVs benefitted from concessions value almost ₹94.70 crore economypost.in
Rising EV Count: Over 12.29 Lakh on the Road
Since the commencement of EV adoption in the state, UP has added more than 1.229 million electric vehicles, leading all of India in EV sales [economypost.in]. As of late May, UP had a total of 4.14 lakh registered EV’s, which is more than twice as many registered EV’s than Delhi and Maharashtra combined [m.economictimes.com].
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Q1 Overview: Revenue, Digital Services, and Vehicle Registrations
- In the first quarter, total transport department revenue was ₹2,913.78 crore, an increase of 10.39% compared to last year.
- The quarterly revenue is at 85.9% of the revenue target, showing good financial health in spite of the EV waivers bioenergytimes.com
- Revenue in June was ₹830.15 crore, up 4.1% year-on-year bioenergytimes.com.
- Over 90% of the revenue collections (taxes, fees, challans, licence services) was collected through digital and online modes—e.g., ₹84.50 crore from driving licences and ₹30.45 crore from e-challans.
Broader Vehicle Registration Growth
Beyond EVs, the first quarter also saw strong growth across all vehicle categories:
- New transport vehicle registrations: 1.17 lakh (up 16.04%)
- Non‑transport vehicles: 9.67 lakh (up 12.41%)
- E-carts surged by 80.26%, signaling a boom in last‑mile logistics.
Government Statements: Sustainability with Cautions
Transport Commissioner V. N. Singh noted the impressive transportation volume of EVs: “The EV push is no longer a low-end play … we are now seeing heightened interest in EVs among mid-segment users.” He attributed the boom to aligned policy, technology and public buy-in.
Officials emphasize that, despite tax waivers, the transport department experienced stable growth in revenues and has been able to create a “revenue-stable reform model.
Infrastructure & Governance Challenges
While there is a boom in EV registrations, analysts and regulators point out several main issues:
- The charging infrastructure is lagging behind the growth in demand.
- The enforcement mechanisms are becoming weaker as e-rickshaws and e-carts increase, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas , leading to concerns around overloading and compliance with the appropriate permits.
- Ongoing issues with digital service delivery, rural connectively, and related complaints have not been addressed.
Experts warn that without proper enforcement and infrastructure in place, the rapid acceleration of EV registration is unlikely to lead to a sustained, lasting shift towards sustainability.
Strategic Policy Support: EV Policy & Subsidies
The UP government is encouraging EV adoption with ambitious policies:
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Electric Vehicle Manufacturing & Mobility Policy 2022 includes:
- ₹5,000 subsidy for 2-sectional wheels
- ₹12,000 (threefold) wheel
- Up to ₹1 lakh for electric cars
- 100% waiver of road tax and registration fee [ en.wikipedia.org]
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The state is extending this policy to 2027, with promised subsidies:
- ₹1 lakh for four wheeled vehicles
- ₹5,000 for two wheeled vehicles
- ₹20 lakh for private electric buses
- ₹12,000 for electric three wheeled [evindia.online].
Charging stations: over 300 charging stations have been approved in 16 municipal places (including Ayodhya), and the UP government is focused on building the largest EV charging network in the nation.
UP’s Role in India’s EV Growth
- In FY 2024–25, UP recorded 275,833 EV registrations, more than twice the total for Maharashtra with 100,801 EVs, and much more also than Karnataka, with 88,060 EVs [emobilityplus.com].
- India sold 514,198 EVs in Q1 2025, of which 59% were two‑wheelers, 34% were three‑wheelers, and 6% were four‑wheelers [mercomindia.com].
- UP accounts for over 14% of India’s total EV registrations, and more than 40% share in the electric three‑wheeler segment ([en.wikipedia.org][4]).
What’s Next: Infrastructure, Enforcement & Sustainability
To maintain momentum, UP will need to advance on several fronts:
- Expand charging infrastructure: Rapidly deploy accessible, fast-charging stations across urban/rural regions.
- Strengthen enforcement: Improve oversight of e-rickshaw permits, traffic safety, and load compliance.
- Enhance digital services: Address rural digital gaps, reduce processing delays, and improve grievance management.
- Ensure subsidy sustainability: Evaluate the fiscal impact of waivers and plan a gradual transition to market-driven growth.
Conclusion: UP’s Green Mobility Revolution
Uttar Pradesh’s FY 2025–26 EV registration of 70,770, along with ₹255.50 crore in incentives is a new chapter in cleaner mobility. With 12.29 lakh registered EVs, rapidly enabled by strengthening policies, a digital revenue system, and digital-first approach, UP is becoming India’s most prominent state when it comes to green mobility.
However, to take these early signals of success and create a lasting transformation, they will need to address charging infrastructure, regulatory supervision, and enhance citizen services. With cooperative governance and public-private actions in place, UP is charting a course toward creating India’s EV future and setting the bar on state-level climate action.
Suraj Gaur Is An Ev Industry Analyst And Content Creator, Dedicated To Sharing Trusted Insights On Electric Vehicles, Charging Stations, And India’s Clean Mobility Future.
