1. Get Your Documents Ready
Before applying, make sure you have these documents:
- Aadhaar Card (linked with mobile number)
- Driving License or Learner’s License
- Domicile Certificate (proof you live in Karnataka)
- Income Certificate (to prove your family earns below ₹2–3 lakhs/year)
- Occupation Proof (like employee ID, student ID, or self-employment affidavit)
- Bank Passbook Copy (with your account linked to Aadhaar)
- Passport-size photograph

2. Application Process
🖥️ Online Application
Once the official portal opens (expected mid-2025), follow these general steps:
- Go to the Karnataka government’s official scheme portal (e.g., Seva Sindhu or a dedicated site for this scheme).
- Create an account using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational/occupational, and income details.
- Upload scanned documents (as listed above).
- Submit the form and note the application ID for tracking.
🏢 Offline Option (if available)
If online access is difficult, some government centers may offer offline support:
- Visit your nearest Gram Panchayat, Taluk Office, or Bangalore One/Karnataka One center.
- Request the Free Scooter Scheme form.
- Fill it out and submit it with physical copies of your documents.
- Officials may help upload your data to the online system.
3. Verification & Approval
- After submission, the government verifies your eligibility (based on income, license, etc.).
- If you qualify, you’ll be notified via SMS or official letter.
- You’ll be assigned a date/location to receive the scooter or select the model from a list of approved electric vehicles.
4. After Approval
- Attend the distribution event or dealership visit as per instructions.
- Bring original documents for final verification.
- You may be required to sign an acknowledgment or complete a short training session if you don’t have a permanent license.
ℹ️ Important Tips
- Apply early, as there may be limited scooters in the first phase.
- Keep checking official Karnataka government announcements for updates.
- If you face issues, visit the District Women & Child Welfare Office or local MLA’s office for assistance.