Andhra Pradesh Electric Vehicle Policy 2018

Andhra Pradesh Electric Vehicle Policy 2018 is a Government of Andhra Pradesh policy implemented through the Department of Industries & Commerce and Transport Department, notified on 31 October 2018, and valid for a period of 5 years (2018-2023).

The policy aims to promote adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), attract investments in EV manufacturing, and develop charging infrastructure across the state. For you as an MSME or startup, this policy provides incentives for manufacturing EVs, batteries, components, and setting up charging stations, helping reduce costs and enabling entry into the growing EV ecosystem.

Key Features
Financial Assistance
Eligibility Criteria
Documents Required
Application Process

Key Features

Promotion of EV adoption: Encourages usage of electric vehicles across public and private sectors.
Manufacturing ecosystem development: Supports EV, battery, and component manufacturing units.
Charging infrastructure development: Incentives for setting up EV charging stations across the state.
Demand-side incentives: Benefits for EV buyers to promote adoption.
Focus on innovation: Encourages R&D and technology development in EV sector.
Environmental sustainability: Aims to reduce pollution and carbon emissions.

Financial Assistance

Component	Assistance Provided	Detailed Explanation
Investment Subsidy	Up to 25% of Fixed Capital Investment	Example: ₹2 crore investment → up to ₹50 lakh subsidy.
Stamp Duty Exemption	100% exemption	Full waiver on land purchase/lease for EV projects.
Power Tariff Subsidy	₹1 per unit (for 5 years)	Example: 1 lakh units → ₹1 lakh saving per month.
SGST Reimbursement	100% SGST reimbursement (limited period)	Refund on tax paid for manufacturing units.
Charging Infrastructure Support	Capital subsidy for charging stations	Support for setting up EV charging networks.
Road Tax & Registration Waiver	100% exemption for EVs	Reduces cost of EV purchase for consumers.

Eligibility Criteria

Must be a manufacturer of EVs, batteries, or components OR charging infrastructure provider
Must be located in Andhra Pradesh
Must be a new or expansion project
Must comply with state EV policy guidelines

Additional conditions:

Project must be approved by competent authority
Environmental and regulatory compliance required

Non-eligibility conditions:

Non-EV related businesses
Projects without approval
Non-compliant entities

Documents Required

Company / MSME registration certificate
Project Report (DPR)
Investment proof (plant & machinery)
Land documents
Power connection details
Bank account details

Application Process

Option 1: Apply with Bullit, Recommended

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Option 2 : Apply Online (Government Process)

Register on Andhra Pradesh Single Desk Portal
Submit EV project proposal
Apply for required approvals (land, power, pollution clearance)
Select applicable EV policy incentives
Upload required documents
Submit application
Evaluation by concerned departments
Approval of incentives
Disbursement of benefits
Track application status online