Explore the CSD Canteen Electric Scooter Price List for 2026, including indicative brand-wise prices, applicable concessions, eligibility criteria, required documents, and the AFD portal purchase process.
Last updated on: Oct 22, 2026
The Canteen Stores Department (CSD) allows eligible serving and retired Armed Forces personnel, defence civilians, and dependants to purchase select two-wheelers at concessional rates. Through the CSD AFD portal, eligible beneficiaries can check the availability of electric scooters from manufacturers such as TVS, Bajaj, Ather, Ola, and Hero Electric.
CSD electric scooter prices may be lower than regular market prices because of applicable tax concessions and negotiated pricing. The table below provides an indicative comparison across major electric scooter categories:
| Electric Scooter Category | Average Open-market Ex-showroom Price | Indicative CSD Canteen Price | Estimated Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry-level / City Commuter EVs |
₹75,000 – ₹95,000 |
₹62,000 – ₹78,000 |
₹13,000 – ₹17,000 |
Mid-range / Family Electric Scooters |
₹1,00,000 – ₹1,30,000 |
₹85,000 – ₹1,08,000 |
₹15,000 – ₹22,000 |
Premium High-performance EVs |
₹1,35,000 – ₹1,65,000 |
₹1,12,000 – ₹1,38,000 |
₹23,000 – ₹27,000 |
Disclaimer: The prices above are indicative and may vary by model, depot, location, applicable taxes, and OEM agreements. CSD prices generally exclude local road tax, registration, insurance, and state-specific EV-related benefits.
Several OEMs list eligible electric scooters on the official CSD AFD portal. Model availability may change depending on current agreements between the manufacturer and CSD.
Select Ola Electric models may be available through the CSD AFD portal at concessional prices:
| Ola Electric Model | Standard Ex-showroom Price | Estimated CSD Price |
|---|---|---|
Ola S1 X (2 kWh / 3 kWh) |
₹74,999 – ₹89,999 |
₹64,000 – ₹76,000 |
Ola S1 Air |
₹1,02,499 |
₹88,500 |
Ola S1 Pro (Gen 2) |
₹1,34,999 |
₹1,15,000 |
Ather Energy offers select electric scooters through the CSD network:
| Ather Energy Model | Standard Ex-showroom Price | Estimated CSD Price |
|---|---|---|
Ather Rizta (S / Z) |
₹1,10,000 – ₹1,45,000 |
₹94,000 – ₹1,22,000 |
Ather 450X (2.9 kWh / 3.7 kWh) |
₹1,40,500 – ₹1,55,000 |
₹1,18,000 – ₹1,32,000 |
Ather 450 Apex |
₹1,89,000 |
₹1,62,000 |
TVS offers select variants from its iQube range through the CSD AFD network. Check the TVS iQube CSD Prices given below:
| TVS iQube Variant | Standard Ex-showroom Price | Estimated CSD Price |
|---|---|---|
TVS iQube (2.2 kWh) |
₹94,999 |
₹81,200 |
TVS iQube (3.4 kWh) |
₹1,36,628 |
₹1,14,500 |
TVS iQube ST (3.4 kWh / 5.1 kWh) |
₹1,55,555 – ₹1,85,373 |
₹1,31,000 – ₹1,56,000 |
Bajaj Chetak electric scooter variants may also be available through CSD channels:
| Bajaj Chetak Variant | Standard Ex-showroom Price | Estimated CSD Price |
|---|---|---|
Bajaj Chetak 2901 |
₹95,998 |
₹82,000 |
Bajaj Chetak Urbane / TechPac |
₹1,23,000 |
₹1,04,000 |
Bajaj Chetak Premium |
₹1,47,243 |
₹1,24,500 |
Select Hero Electric and Hero MotoCorp Vida models may be listed on the CSD AFD portal:
| EV Models | Standard Ex-showroom Price | Estimated CSD Price |
|---|---|---|
Hero Electric Optima CX |
₹85,000 |
₹71,000 |
Hero Electric Nyx HX |
₹89,900 |
₹75,500 |
Vida V1 Plus / Pro |
₹1,02,700 – ₹1,30,200 |
₹88,000 – ₹1,09,000 |
AFD purchases, including two-wheelers and four-wheelers, are restricted to eligible categories of defence personnel and beneficiaries.
Eligible categories may include:
Serving Personnel: Commissioned Officers, JCOs, and Other Ranks of the Army, Navy, and Air Force
Ex-servicemen: Retired defence personnel receiving eligible service pensions
Defence Civilians: Eligible civilian employees under the Ministry of Defence
Widows and Dependants: Eligible family pensioners and dependants registered under the applicable CSD Smart Card framework
Other Eligible Categories: Personnel from organisations such as the Assam Rifles, Indian Coast Guard, and other notified defence-affiliated bodies
Eligibility depends on current Ministry of Defence and CSD rules. Applicants should verify their category on the official AFD portal before proceeding.
Applicants generally need to submit digital copies of identity, eligibility, and vehicle-related documents while completing the AFD purchase process.
Commonly required documents include:
CSD Smart Card: Active CSD Grocery or Liquor Smart Card
Identity Proof: Service Identity Card, Discharge Book, or Defence Civilian ID, depending on applicant category
Government ID and Address Proof: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Driving Licence
Income or Pension Proof: Latest salary slip or Pension Payment Order
Dealer Availability Certificate: Availability certificate and quotation issued by the authorised EV dealership
Bank Details: Cancelled cheque or passbook copy for payment verification
Document requirements may vary based on beneficiary category, depot, and current portal rules.
The purchase process is completed primarily through the official CSD AFD portal. The general steps are:
Visit an Authorised Dealer: Select the electric scooter and request a CSD Availability Certificate from the dealership.
Register on the AFD Portal: Create or log in to your account at https://afd.csdindia.gov.in/ using your Smart Card details, PAN, and registered mobile number.
Select Vehicle and Depot: Choose the model, variant, colour, dealership, and managing CSD depot.
Upload Documents: Submit the required identity, eligibility, dealer, and payment-related documents.
Make Payment: Pay the applicable CSD amount using the supported payment method available on the portal.
Receive the Local Supply Order: After successful verification, download the Local Supply Order issued by the CSD depot.
Take Delivery: Present the required documents and Local Supply Order at the dealership to complete delivery and local registration formalities.
Note: The exact portal journey, document requirements, and payment methods may change. Refer to the official AFD portal for the latest process.
Buying an eligible electric scooter through CSD may provide the following advantages:
Discounted Base Price: Eligible electric scooters may be available at negotiated manufacturer rates through CSD, which can reduce the vehicle's purchase price
5% GST on EVs: Electric scooters are generally subject to 5% GST across India
Digital Purchase Process: The AFD portal allows eligible beneficiaries to complete most steps online
Standard Warranty: Vehicles purchased through CSD generally continue to receive applicable manufacturer warranty and authorised service support
The table below provides an indicative comparison between regular ex-showroom prices and estimated CSD prices:
| Vehicle Model | Commercial Ex-showroom Price | CSD Canteen Price | Indicative Cost Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
TVS iQube 3.4 kWh |
₹1,36,628 |
~₹1,14,500 |
~₹22,128 |
Ather 450X 2.9 kWh |
₹1,40,500 |
~₹1,18,000 |
~₹22,500 |
Bajaj Chetak Premium |
₹1,47,243 |
~₹1,24,500 |
~₹22,743 |
Ola S1 Pro Gen 2 |
₹1,34,999 |
~₹1,15,000 |
~₹19,999 |
Disclaimer: The comparison is indicative. Actual CSD prices, final savings, and payable amounts may vary based on model, variant, depot, taxes, registration charges, insurance, and state-specific benefits.
CSD provides eligible defence personnel and beneficiaries access to select electric scooters at concessional prices through the AFD portal. Available brands may include TVS, Ather, Bajaj, Ola, Hero Electric, and Hero MotoCorp Vida, subject to current listings.
Before proceeding, applicants should verify model availability, applicable price, eligibility rules, required documents, and dealership details through the official CSD AFD portal.
Disclaimer
CSD prices, model availability, eligibility conditions, tax concessions, and purchase procedures are subject to change based on Canteen Stores Department and Ministry of Defence policies. Always verify the latest details through the official CSD AFD portal before making a purchase.
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Select electric scooters from TVS, Ather Energy, Bajaj, Ola Electric, Hero Electric, and Hero MotoCorp Vida may be available through the CSD AFD portal. Model availability can change depending on current OEM agreements and depot listings.
Eligible serving and retired Armed Forces personnel, ex-servicemen, widows, and eligible defence civilians may purchase electric scooters through CSD, subject to current eligibility rules.
Indicative savings may range from around ₹13,000 to ₹27,000 depending on the electric scooter model, battery capacity, applicable tax concession, and current CSD price.
Yes, select Ola S1 models may be listed on the CSD AFD portal, subject to current availability and applicable agreements.
Yes, eligible retired defence personnel and ex-servicemen holding the required pension and CSD Smart Card credentials may purchase eligible electric scooters through the CSD AFD portal.
Yes, eligible electric scooters are treated as AFD items and can be purchased through the official CSD AFD portal, subject to beneficiary eligibility and model availability.
The base CSD price may remain broadly standard for a listed model, but the final payable amount can vary by state because of registration costs, insurance, local taxes, and applicable EV-related benefits.