India's Vehicle Scrappage Policy is a government initiative introduced by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) to phase out old, polluting, and unsafe vehicles from Indian roads. The policy was notified in September 2021 with the objective of promoting cleaner mobility, improving road safety, reducing vehicular emissions, and encouraging the adoption of fuel-efficient and technologically advanced vehicles.
Under this policy:
Carbasket assists vehicle owners across India by facilitating the complete vehicle scrapping process through its own facility and also network of government-registered RVSF partners, ensuring legal, environmentally responsible, and hassle-free disposal.
Older vehicles contribute significantly to:
The Vehicle Scrappage Policy aims to:
Vehicle Type Vehicle Age Requirement
Commercial Vehicles Above 15 Years Mandatory Fitness Test
Private Passenger Vehicles Above 20 Years Mandatory Fitness Test
Government Vehicles Above 15 Years Mandatory Scrapping (subject to applicable government rules)
Important:
Vehicle age alone does not automatically mean scrapping. The vehicle must first undergo an Automated Fitness Test where applicable. If it passes, it may continue operating according to applicable regulations. If it fails and is declared an End-of-Life Vehicle, it should be scrapped through an authorised RVSF.
An End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) is a vehicle that has reached the end of its useful life due to:
Such vehicles should be dismantled using environmentally compliant recycling practices.
The Automated Fitness Test evaluates various safety and emission parameters, including:
If the vehicle fails and cannot be repaired economically, it is treated as an End-of-Life Vehicle.
Older vehicles emit significantly more pollutants than modern vehicles. Removing them helps improve air quality.
Newer vehicles are equipped with advanced safety technologies including:
Modern vehicles consume less fuel and produce lower emissions.
Vehicle scrapping enables recovery of recyclable materials such as:
This reduces dependence on virgin raw materials.
The policy promotes scientific dismantling and environmentally responsible recycling through Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities.
Vehicle owners may receive several benefits when voluntarily scrapping eligible vehicles, subject to applicable government notifications and manufacturer/dealer policies. These may include:
Benefits may vary depending on state regulations and prevailing government notifications.
Keeping an ageing vehicle on the road may result in:
Replacing ageing vehicles often provides long-term economic and environmental benefits.
Carbasket simplifies the vehicle scrapping process with our own facility and also by connecting vehicle owners with Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities (RVSFs) across India.
Whether you own:
Carbasket helps facilitate responsible disposal through its partnered RVSFs.
Request a vehicle evaluation.
Receive a quotation based on vehicle condition and recyclable value.
Schedule pickup (where available).
Vehicle is transported to a partnered Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility.
Scientific dismantling and recycling are carried out following applicable guidelines.
Receive the required scrapping documentation issued through the authorised process.
The Vehicle Scrappage Policy represents a significant step toward creating safer roads and a cleaner environment in India. By encouraging the replacement of ageing vehicles with modern, fuel-efficient alternatives, the policy supports sustainable mobility while promoting scientific recycling practices.
If your vehicle has reached the end of its useful life or has failed the required fitness test, Carbasket can help you complete the scrapping process smoothly through its trusted network of partnered Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities across India. With transparent procedures, prompt assistance, and environmentally compliant recycling, you can dispose of your old vehicle responsibly and legally.
It is a Government of India initiative introduced by MoRTH to remove old, polluting, and unsafe vehicles from roads through fitness testing and scientific recycling.
The policy was notified by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in September 2021.
Commercial vehicles older than 15 years and private passenger vehicles older than 20 years are required to undergo a fitness test as per applicable rules.
No. Vehicles that successfully pass the prescribed fitness test may continue to operate in accordance with applicable regulations. Vehicles that fail and are declared End-of-Life Vehicles should be scrapped through an authorised RVSF.
An ELV is a vehicle that has reached the end of its service life due to age, failed fitness tests, accident damage, or other conditions making continued use impractical or non-compliant.
Typically, the Registration Certificate (RC), owner's identity proof, address proof, and other documents as required by the RVSF or local authority.
Yes, Carbasket facilitates the scrapping process and also by partnering with government-registered Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities (RVSFs) across India.
You will receive the applicable scrapping documentation, including the Certificate of Deposit (Scrap Certificate), issued through the authorised RVSF process.
Yes. Carbasket assists individuals, businesses, fleet operators, corporates, institutions, and government organizations with bulk vehicle scrapping through partnered RVSFs.
Yes. Carbasket provides vehicle scrapping assistance through its partnered RVSF network across India.
