The Government of Pakistan has officially launched the Prime Minister’s E-Bike & Rickshaw Scheme 2025 on 1st September 2025. This initiative is designed to provide affordable, interest-free electric bikes and rickshaws to students, women, delivery riders, and low-income workers. With an aim to promote green transport, save fuel costs, and empower communities, this program is a major step toward sustainable mobility in Pakistan.
Scheme Highlights
- Launch Date: 1st September 2025
- Phase One Vehicles: 116,000 Electric Bikes + 1,000 Rickshaws
- Subsidy Amount: Up to Rs. 50,000 for bikes & Rs. 200,000 for rickshaws
- Installments: Easy, interest-free, payable in 2–3 years
- Special Quotas:
- 25% reserved for women
- 10% reserved for delivery riders
- 10% reserved for Balochistan residents
- Priority given to students & low-income workers
Eligibility Criteria
You can apply for the scheme if you meet these conditions:
- Must be a Pakistani citizen with a valid CNIC
- Age Limit: 18–65 years (21–65 years for rickshaw applicants)
- Motorcycle learner’s permit or driving license (for bikes)
- Rickshaw license (for rickshaw applicants)
- No previous bank loan default history
- Must have or be willing to open a bank account
Required Documents
Before applying, prepare the following:
- CNIC copy
- Driving license / learner’s permit
- Student ID card or admission proof (for students)
- Salary slip or employment proof (for workers & riders)
- Passport-size photographs
- Bank account details
How to Apply Online (Step by Step)
You can easily apply through the official portal pave.gov.pk by following these steps:
- Visit the Portal – Go to pave.gov.pk
- Register – Enter CNIC & mobile number
- Fill Form – Provide personal, student/employment details
- Upload Documents – CNIC, license, ID, income proof
- Verification – Applications checked by NADRA & partner banks
- E-Balloting – If applicants exceed quota, selection via computerized lucky draw
- Confirmation – Selected applicants informed via SMS/email
- Installment Setup – Visit partner bank to finalize plan
- Delivery – Collect e-bike/rickshaw from authorized center
Partner Banks
The scheme is backed by Pakistan’s top banks, including:
- National Bank of Pakistan (NBP)
- Bank of Punjab (BOP)
- Meezan Bank
- HBL, UBL, Allied Bank
- Bank Alfalah, Standard Chartered
- First Women Bank, ZTBL, and others
Benefits of the Scheme
- Zero Markup Loans, Affordable monthly installments with no interest
- Fuel Savings – Cut down petrol costs significantly
- Eco-Friendly – Contribute to a greener environment
- Empowerment – Support for students, women, and delivery riders
- Job Creation – New opportunities in the electric vehicle sector
Final Note
The Prime Minister’s E-Bike & Rickshaw Scheme 2025 is more than just a transport project—it’s about building a sustainable, affordable, and modern Pakistan. Citizens are encouraged to prepare their documents and apply online once registration opens on pave.gov.pk.
Don’t miss this chance to be part of Pakistan’s clean energy future. Apply today and secure your e-bike or rickshaw!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Who can apply?
Pakistani citizens aged 18–65 (21–65 for rickshaws) with a valid CNIC and license.
Q2: Is the scheme nationwide?
Yes, the program covers all provinces and Islamabad.
Q3: Do I need to pay interest?
No. All loans are interest-free; the government bears the markup.
Q4: How many vehicles are in Phase One?
116,000 e-bikes and 1,000 rickshaws/loaders.
Q5: How will applicants be selected?
Through computerized e-balloting.
Q6: Can women apply?
Yes. 25% of vehicles are reserved exclusively for women.
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