PAVE is the government scheme that gives buyers an upfront subsidy on approved electric bikes, scooters and three-wheelers. You apply only on the official portal, pave.gov.pk, and places are allocated by e-balloting.
18 to 65
Age range for e-bike and scooter applicants
21 to 65
Age range for e-rickshaw and loader applicants
1 vehicle
Per person. One application each
25%
Of the e-bike quota is reserved for women
Who can apply
- Pakistani citizens, including residents of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.
- Fleet operators may apply for rickshaws and loaders within set limits.
- Only models approved by the Engineering Development Board (EDB) are offered.
The two payment routes
The portal describes two ways to pay.
- Bank Lease. A partner bank contacts you, verifies your details and pays the manufacturer directly. The portal says delivery follows within 60 days of payment.
- Self Finance. You pay for the vehicle yourself after selection. The portal mentions a 7-day window to switch to Bank Lease after a notice is issued, but does not say when notices are issued.
What the portal says about the subsidy
When we read the portal, its summary and Bank Lease steps showed Rs 50,000 for an e-bike or scooter and Rs 200,000 for a three-wheeler. The Self Finance section showed Rs 80,000 and Rs 400,000.
We cannot tell from the page whether the amount depends on the route or whether one set is outdated. Treat both as unconfirmed, and check the live portal or ask your bank.
The portal also said registrations would open on 1 September 2025 and gave no closing date. That text may be old, so check whether the current phase is open. Other websites that claim to show deadlines are not official.
How to apply
- 1
Register on the official portal
Go to pave.gov.pk and register with your CNIC.
- 2
Choose your payment route
Pick Bank Lease or Self Finance.
- 3
Pick an approved vehicle
Select a vehicle and manufacturer from the approved list.
- 4
Upload documents and submit
Upload what the portal asks for and submit once.
- 5
Wait for the e-balloting result
The result appears in your account. The portal does not publish ballot dates or odds.
Is it worth it?
An electric bike uses far less energy per kilometre than a petrol bike, but the saving depends on your electricity price and how far you ride. Enter your own figures in the electric bike running cost calculator, and see every model and listed price on the electric bike price list. For cars, see the car catalogue and the compare tool.
Questions
What is the PAVE scheme?
PAVE (Pakistan Accelerated Vehicle Electrification) is a government programme to help people buy electric bikes, scooters and three-wheelers. The official portal is pave.gov.pk and shows the Ministry of Industries and Production as the programme owner.
Who can apply?
The portal says Pakistani citizens can apply, including residents of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir. E-bike applicants must be 18 to 65. E-rickshaw and loader applicants must be 21 to 65. Each person can apply for only one vehicle.
How do I apply?
Only through the official online portal. The portal says physical or other methods are not allowed. You register with your CNIC, pick a financing option, choose a vehicle and manufacturer, upload documents and submit.
Is there a quota for women?
Yes. The portal says 25% of the e-bike quota is reserved for women.
How much is the subsidy?
The portal text shows different figures in different sections, so check the live portal before you rely on any number. We explain what we read in the section on the subsidy.