About this social welfare scheme
The objective of the scheme is to encourage Labourers/Industrial Workers to purchase of battery operated electric two-wheelers that reduce carbon emissions.
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 at a glance
| Scheme name | Go Green Scheme- Gujarat Labour Welfare Board (GGS-GLWB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour and Employment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | gogreenglwb.gujarat.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Gujarat Labour Welfare Board |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Under the scheme, a subsidy will be provided to Labourers/Industrial Workers on the purchase of Battery-Operated Two-Wheelers, 30% of the purchase price or Rs. 30,000/- whichever is less.
- In addition to this, a one-time subsidy will also be provided on the RTO Registration Tax and Road Tax of the Two-Wheeler.
Who qualifies
- Labourers/Industrial Workers should be employed in a factory/institute in the state of Gujarat.
- Labourers who have been regularly contributing to the Labour Welfare Fund will be eligible for this scheme.
Other Instruction:
- Subsidy will be given to those models which have been empanelled with FAME-2 and GEDA both.
- Vehicles manufactured in India under Make in India and “Aatma Nirbhar Bharat”
- Two-wheeler with a lithium-ion battery that can run at least 50 km on a single charge, does not require a separate charging station, recognized under the Motor and Vehicle Act.
- Labour has to pay the residual amount after deducting the amount of subsidy from the ex-showroom price.
- After sell, the amount of subsidy will be credited directly to the dealer's account.
- RTO Road Tax amount will be reimbursed to the dealer.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
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 Rs. 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 Rs. 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.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Official Website glwb.gujarat.gov.in
- Guidelines gogreenglwb.gujarat.gov.in
- Scheme Details (Page No. 365) planning.gujarat.gov.in (PDF)
- Online Application Portal gogreenglwb.gujarat.gov.in
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