CM Punjab E-Taxi Scheme 2025: A Green Ride with Big Opportunity

Imagine being your own boss, driving an electric taxi, paying no interest, and helping make Punjab’s air cleaner all while earning a steady income. That’s the promise behind the CM Punjab E-Taxi Scheme 2025. Launched in mid-2025, it aims to roll out 1,100 electric taxis under interest-free installment plans with strong support for youth, women drivers, and fleet owners. The Government is covering many upfront costs (like markup, registration, token tax), providing charging infrastructure, and reserving quotas for women. If you have a valid driving licence, Punjab residency, and meet the criteria, this could be your chance to join a modern, sustainable transport business.

Snapshot: Key Facts & Figures

Feature	Detail
Launch Date	Nov 2025 (pilot phase)
Number of E-Taxis (Phase I)	1,100 vehicles
Allocation	1,000 for fleet owners; 100 for individual drivers; 30 reserved for women
Vehicles / Models	Honri VC20 (≈200 km range), Honri VC30 (≈300 km)
Approx Price	Pkr 4-5 million per vehicle (before subsidies)
Subsidy / Support	Government covers markup/interest, token tax & registration; low down payment or equity required
Charging Infrastructure	Plan for stations, including solar-powered ones; initial focus in major cities like Lahore, Rawalpindi

What Is the CM Punjab E-Taxi Scheme?

Goal & Vision

• Introduce clean electric taxis to reduce pollution & fuel costs.
• Create jobs for unemployed youth & women drivers.
• Build the charging & service ecosystem (stations, parts, maintenance) to support e-taxis.

Why It’s Significant

• It’s one of the biggest EV taxi pilot initiatives in Pakistan so far.
• The scheme is designed to reduce urban emissions (which are a major issue in cities like Lahore).
• Integrates public and private stakeholders (auto manufacturers, ride-hailing, banks) for implementation.

Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)

Here are the key criteria you’ll need to meet to apply under this scheme:

• Punjab Residency with valid CNIC.
• Valid Driving Licence (LTV or commercial / PSV is likely preferred).
• Age Range: Usually between 21–55 years.
• Clean Driving Record: No major traffic violations.
• Preference Given To: Unemployed drivers, women, fleet owners.

Vehicle Models & Specifications

Here are the confirmed or likely vehicle models:

• Honri VC20: ~200 km range per charge.
• Honri VC30: ~300 km range.
• Charging times are expected around 6-7 hours under standard charging.

Features include GPS, smart meters, likely some safety/comfort additions (AC, etc.).

Financial Structure: Cost, Subsidies, Payments

Component What It Means

• Down Payment / Equity Applicants likely need to pay some upfront share (≈30%) of vehicle cost.
• Government Support Covers markup/interest, token tax, registration fees.
• Monthly Installments Planned installments; ~PKR 60,000/month in some models depending on vehicle price.
• Ownership after Term Once payments are complete under the agreed installments, driver owns the e-taxi.

How to Apply: Step-By-Step

Here’s how to get started, once the portal opens:

Prepare Documents

• CNIC, driving license (LTV/PSV)
• Proof of Punjab domicile/residency
• For fleet owners: company registration documents and NTN/SECP info.

Register on Official Portal

• The portal is being built by PITB (Punjab Information Technology Board).
• You’ll create account with CNIC, mobile number, etc.

Fill Application

• Select whether you’re applying as an individual driver or fleet owner.
• Choose model of taxi (VC20 / VC30 or whatever is available) and city.

Submit Documents & Wait for Verification

• Authorities verify eligibility, driving record, financial capacity.
• Some inspection or training may be required.

Allocation & Delivery

• If selected, you’ll get an offer, payment schedule, and delivery plan.

Start Operations

• You operate the taxi with support (charging infrastructure, ride-hailing apps, etc.).

Timelines & Important Dates

• The pilot phase is scheduled for August 2025 rollout.
• Deadlines and allocation / balloting are expected to follow soon after portal launch.
• The government is also building charging stations, service centers, etc., ahead of full operations.

Pros & Challenges

Advantages

• Reduced operational cost compared to petrol taxis.
• Cleaner environment: less air pollution, lower fuel dependency.
• Job creation, especially for women and unemployed drivers.
• Lower upfront burden due to government assistance.

 Challenges

• High vehicle cost even after subsidy.
• Charging infrastructure may lag behind where needed, especially in non-urban districts.
• Maintenance and range issues, especially in hot summers or heavy traffic.
• Financial risk: if your fare income is low, installments may be heavy.

Real Stories / Use Cases

• While the scheme is new, here are early signals:
• Over 60,000 applications were received within a short time after announcement.
• Drivers and fleet owners have expressed enthusiasm, especially around the models like Honri VC20/VC30 and promise of interest-free payments.

FAQs

Conclusion

The CM Punjab E-Taxi Scheme 2025 is one of the most promising and forward-looking transport and employment projects in recent years. If you qualify, applying could mean access to e-taxis with little financial burden, cleaner travel, and a chance to run a business or make a living sustainably. The scheme blends environmental goals, job creation, and modern mobility. Keep watching for the registration portal, prepare your papers, and when the opportunity knocks—jump in. The ride to a greener Punjab is rolling out.