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DURGA stands for Driving, Upliftment and Rozgar for Women/Transgender E-Auto Scheme. It is a Delhi Government initiative designed to provide self-employment opportunities to women and transgender individuals by allotting pink electric auto-rickshaws.

The Delhi Government has approved 1,300 electric autos in the first phase of the scheme. Out of these, 1,170 electric autos are reserved for women and 130 for transgender applicants.

The scheme also aims to improve last-mile connectivity and provide passengers with safer and cleaner transportation options.

Applications are accepted through a dedicated online portal developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC). If eligible applications exceed the available district-wise quota, beneficiaries will be selected through an online lottery.

Here are the important details of the scheme:

Particulars                                    Details

Scheme Name : DURGA E-Auto Yojana

Full Form        : Driving, Upliftment and Rozgar for Women/Transgender E-Auto

Launched By    : Delhi Government

Concerned Department  :  Delhi Transport Department

Beneficiaries   :  Women and transgender persons

Total E-Autos :  1,300

Autos for Women : 1,170

Autos for Transgender Persons : 130

First Phase : 2026

Application Mode : Online

Selection Process : Document verification and online lottery, if required

Official Portal : evsubsidy.delhi.gov.in/DurgaScheme

The scheme provides a maximum of 90 electric autos for women and 10 for transgender beneficiaries in each revenue district. The application portal was launched on 12 October 2026.

Benefits

The DURGA E-Auto Scheme offers several benefits to eligible women and transgender individuals in Delhi.

1. Self-Employment Opportunities

The scheme helps women and transgender persons become self-employed by giving them an opportunity to own and operate electric auto-rickshaws.

2. Financial Independence

Driving an electric auto can provide beneficiaries with an independent source of income and reduce their dependence on others.

3. 1,300 Pink Electric Autos

In the first phase, the government plans to allot 1,300 pink electric autos, including 1,170 for women and 130 for transgender persons.

4. Environment-Friendly Transportation

Electric autos help reduce air pollution and promote cleaner transportation in Delhi.

5. Better Women's Participation in Transport

The scheme encourages women to participate in the public transport sector and become independent drivers.

6. Support Under Delhi EV Policy 2026

Eligible beneficiaries can also avail themselves of applicable electric vehicle purchase incentives under the Delhi EV Policy 2026, subject to its conditions.

7. Employment Opportunities in Other Sectors

The scheme may also create employment opportunities in electric vehicle maintenance, battery recycling, charging stations and repair services.

8. Online Application Facility

Applicants can use the dedicated online portal to submit applications, complete verification and track their application status. 

Eligibility

Applicants must fulfil the eligibility conditions prescribed by the Delhi Government to receive benefits under the DURGA E-Auto Scheme.

General Eligibility

• The applicant must be a resident of Delhi.
• The applicant must be between 20 and 40 years of age.
• The applicant must have a valid Voter ID card.
• The applicant must possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving licence.
• The applicant must have a valid Public Service Vehicle (PSV) badge.
• The applicant must fulfil the prescribed family income conditions.

Eligibility for Women Applicants

Women applying for the scheme must meet the following conditions:

1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Delhi.
2. Her age must be between 20 and 40 years.
3. Her annual family income must not exceed ₹5 lakh.
4. She must have a valid Voter ID, LMV driving licence and PSV badge.
5. She must not have more than three living children.
6. Neither the applicant nor her family should own a registered transport vehicle or three-wheeler.

Eligibility for Transgender Applicants

Transgender applicants must fulfil the following conditions:

1. The applicant must be a resident of Delhi.
2. The applicant must be between 20 and 40 years old.
3. A valid Voter ID card is required.
4. The applicant must possess a valid LMV driving licence.
5. A valid PSV badge is required.
6. A transgender certificate issued by the office of a District Magistrate in Delhi must be submitted.
7. The prescribed family income and vehicle ownership conditions must also be fulfilled.

Exclusions

Not every applicant will qualify for the scheme. Applications may be rejected if the applicant does not fulfil the eligibility requirements.

The following conditions can make an applicant ineligible:

• Age Limit: Applicants below 20 years or above 40 years are not eligible.
• Residential Requirement: Individuals who are not residents of Delhi cannot apply.
• Income Limit: Applicants whose annual family income exceeds ₹5 lakh do not qualify.
• Vehicle Ownership: Applicants or their families owning a registered transport vehicle or three-wheeler are excluded under the prescribed conditions.
• Driving Licence: Applicants without a valid LMV driving licence are not eligible.
• PSV Badge: Applicants who do not possess the required Public Service Vehicle badge cannot qualify.
• Children Limit: Women having more than three living children are not eligible.
• Missing Transgender Certificate: Transgender applicants who cannot provide the required certificate issued by a Delhi District Magistrate will not meet the documentation requirement.

Important condition: Beneficiaries cannot sell, transfer or otherwise dispose of the allotted electric auto during the mandatory three-year lock-in period.

Application Process

The Delhi Government has introduced a dedicated online portal to make the application process simple and transparent.

Applicants can follow these steps to apply online:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Visit the official DURGA E-Auto Scheme application portal:

DURGA E-Auto Yojana Official Portal

Step 2: Open the Application Section

Find the DURGA E-Auto Scheme application option on the portal and read the available instructions carefully.

Step 3: Register as an Applicant

Complete the registration process using the required personal information and contact details.

Step 4: Fill Out the Application Form

Enter the required details, such as:

• Applicant's full name
• Date of birth
• Residential address
• Contact number
• Voter ID details
• Driving licence details
• Family income information
• Applicant category

Step 5: Upload Required Documents

Upload the required identity, address, income, driving licence and other supporting documents in the prescribed format.

Step 6: Submit the Application

Check all the information carefully and submit the application form through the portal.

Step 7: Application Verification

The concerned authorities will verify the submitted application and supporting documents. District-level committees will oversee the verification process.

Step 8: Selection Through Online Lottery

If the number of eligible applicants exceeds the available district-wise quota, beneficiaries will be selected through an online lottery.

Step 9: Check Application Status

Applicants can use the portal to track their application status and check updates regarding verification and selection.

Step 10: Receive Letter of Intent (LOI)

Selected beneficiaries will receive a Letter of Intent (LOI) through the official process. They can then follow the instructions issued by the Transport Department for the next steps.

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before filling out the online application form.

Document                             Purpose

Aadhaar Card                        Identity verification

Voter ID Card                         Voter ID Card

Address Proof                         Residential verification

Age Proof                                Verification of age

LMV Driving Licence             Driving eligibility

PSV Badge                             Commercial passenger vehicle eligibility

Income Certificate                  Income Certificate

Passport-Size Photograph       Applicant identification

Bank Account Details             Financial and beneficiary verification, if required

Transgender Certificate          Mandatory for transgender applicants

Self-Declaration                     Other eligibility-related declarations, if required

Note: This is a practical document checklist based on the announced eligibility conditions. The exact mandatory upload list, accepted formats and additional declarations should be checked on the official application portal before submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources And References

Applicants should refer to government websites and reliable news sources for the latest scheme guidelines, eligibility conditions and application updates.

1. National Informatics Centre (NIC): Official DURGA E-Auto Scheme Launch Information
2. Delhi Transport Department: Delhi Transport Department
3. DURGA E-Auto Application Portal: Apply Online