Go Green Scheme- Gujarat Labour Welfare Board
This Gujarat Labour Welfare Board scheme helps factory workers buy a battery-operated electric two-wheeler by subsidizing 30% of the purchase price or ₹30,000 — whichever is less. The vehicle must be empanelled under both FAME-2 and GEDA and be a lithium-ion model capable of running at least 50 km on a single charge. Apply online through the Go Green GLWB Portal at gogreenglwb.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
This Gujarat Labour Welfare Board scheme helps factory workers buy a battery-operated electric two-wheeler by subsidizing 30% of the purchase price or ₹30,000 — whichever is less. The vehicle must be empanelled under both FAME-2 and GEDA and be a lithium-ion model capable of running at least 50 km on a single charge. Apply online through the Go Green GLWB Portal at gogreenglwb.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The “Go Green Scheme” is implemented by the Gujarat Labour Welfare Board, Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat. The objective of the scheme is to encourage Labourers/Industrial Workers to purchase of battery-operated electric two-wheelers that reduce carbon emissions. It is also benefitted to Government of India's "Green India Mission”.
Benefits
- 30% of the ex-showroom price or ₹30,000 — whichever is less — as a subsidy on the electric two-wheeler purchase
- One-time reimbursement of RTO Registration Tax and Road Tax for the new vehicle
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be employed at a factory or registered institute in Gujarat
- Must have been regularly contributing to the Labour Welfare Fund
- Vehicle must be empanelled under both FAME-2 and GEDA schemes, and manufactured in India (Make in India/Aatma Nirbhar Bharat)
- Must be a lithium-ion battery two-wheeler capable of running at least 50 km per charge, registered under the Motor Vehicles Act
How to Apply
Application Process for Scheme Benefit:
Step 01: The applicant may visit the Official Portal: https://gogreenglwb.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Login to Portal’, click on ‘Please Register Here’. Step 03: Enter all the mandatory information and then click on ‘Register’. Step 04: After successful registration, the applicants can ‘Login’ through their User ID and Password. Step 05: Now, update your profile by entering all the necessary details as required and click on ‘Update’. Step 06: Select the scheme and fill out all the mandatory information in the form. Step 07: Upload all the relevant documents, agree with the terms & conditions, and submit the form. Step 08: Once the application has been submitted, an application Number is generated which can be kept for future reference.
Process to track Application Status:
Step 01: The applicant may visit the Official Portal: https://gogreenglwb.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘View Citizen Application Status’. Step 03: Enter the Application Number and Date of Birth. Step 04: Now click on ‘View Status’.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits provided under the scheme?
Under the scheme, subsidy is provided to laborers/industrial workers on the purchase of battery-operated two-wheelers, covering 30% of the purchase price or up to [?]30,000, whichever is less. Additionally, one-time subsidies are provided on RTO Registration Tax and Road Tax of the two-wheeler.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Scheme?
To be eligible, laborers/workers must be employed in a factory or institute in the state of Gujarat and should have been regularly contributing to the Labour Welfare Fund.
Are there any specific requirements for the two-wheelers eligible for subsidy?
Yes, eligible models must be empaneled with FAME-2 and GEDA. They should also be manufactured in India under the Make in India initiative and should have a lithium-ion battery capable of running at least 50 km on a single charge.
How is the subsidy amount calculated for the purchase?
The subsidy covers 30% of the purchase price or up to [?]30,000, whichever is less. The laborer is required to pay the residual amount after deducting the subsidy from the ex-showroom price.
How is the subsidy amount disbursed?
After the sale, the subsidy amount is credited directly to the dealer's account.
What is the process for applying for the scheme benefits?
Applicants can visit the Official Portal at https://gogreenglwb.gujarat.gov.in/ to initiate the application process.
Are there any restrictions on the distance the two-wheeler can travel on a single charge?
Yes, the eligible two-wheeler should have a lithium-ion battery capable of running at least 50 km on a single charge.
Can individuals from outside Gujarat avail of the benefits of this scheme?
No, the scheme is specifically for laborers and industrial workers employed in factories or institutes within the state of Gujarat.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Passport-size Photograph
- ID Card of Labour
- Aadhaar Card of Labour
- Labour Welfare Fund Account Number
- Valid bill of purchase
- Ration Card
- Residence proof
- Bank account details/Bank Passbook
- Any other documents as required