Subsidy for Battery Operated 2-Wheelers

Description
The scheme "Subsidy for Battery Operated 2-Wheelers" by the Climate Change Department, Gujarat, aims to encourage the use of clean energy vehicles among the youth by offering financial support to students from Class 9th to 12th, as well as college students, for purchasing battery-operated two-wheelers of their choice from GEDA-authorized manufacturers through their dealers. The scheme is designed to reduce pollution, promote renewable energy adoption, and create awareness about sustainable transport among the younger generation.

Benefits
• Subsidy Assistance: Each eligible student receives a subsidy of ₹12,000/- for the purchase of a battery-operated two-wheeler.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a student.
2. The applicant must be studying in Class 9th to 12th in the state or be a college student.
3. The applicant must purchase a battery-operated two-wheeler only from GEDA-authorized manufacturers through registered dealers.
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Required Documents
• Application form with complete details in duplicate (One copy to be kept by the dealer for record).
• Bonafide Certificate (Original/Colored Scan Copy) for academic year 2024-25 with details of standard/year of study, photograph, outward no. & date.
• Self-Certified copy of the Student’s Aadhaar Card.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the "Subsidy for Battery Operated 2-Wheelers" scheme?
A: The &quot;Subsidy for Battery Operated 2-Wheelers&quot; scheme is a financial assistance program by the Climate Change Department, Government of Gujarat, providing a subsidy of ₹12,000/- to students for purchasing electric two-wheelers.
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Q: Who can apply for this scheme?
A: Students from Class 9th to 12th studying in state-recognized schools and college students of Gujarat are eligible.
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Q: How much subsidy is provided under the scheme?
A: The scheme provides a financial subsidy of ₹12,000/- per student for purchasing a battery-operated two-wheeler.
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Q: Can any student from outside Gujarat apply?
A: No, the scheme is applicable only to students studying in schools and colleges located within Gujarat.
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Q: From where should the two-wheeler be purchased?
A: The two-wheeler should be purchased only from GEDA-authorized manufacturers through their registered dealers.
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Q: Is there any income limit for eligibility?
A: No, there is no individual or family income limit for applying to this scheme.
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Q: What is the cost of the application form?
A: The application form is provided free of cost as per the prescribed format.
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Q: How can students access the application form?
A: Students can download the prescribed format of the [application form](https://geda.gujarat.gov.in/Gallery/Media_Gallery/BO2W_application_Form_24_25.pdf) digitally.
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Q: Where should the application form be submitted?
A: The application form should be submitted to the concerned authority as mentioned in the application form.
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Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: The required documents include Aadhaar Card, Latest Mark Sheet, Passport Size Photographs, Bonafide Certificate from the school principal, and a duly filled application form.
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