2026 Government Grant Update

On 25 February 2026, the Department for Transport and the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles announced changes to the UK’s home and workplace EV chargepoint grants.

From 1 April 2026, the maximum support available under several schemes increased from £350 to £500 per chargepoint socket—an increase of more than 40%.

Five OZEV chargepoint grant schemes have been extended until 31 March 2027:

• EV chargepoint grant for renters and flat owners

• EV chargepoint grant for households with on-street parking

• EV chargepoint grant for residential landlords

• Workplace Charging Scheme

• Workplace Charging Scheme for state-funded education institutions

Eligible state-funded schools and education institutions can apply for up to £2,000 per socket.

The amount awarded depends on the relevant scheme, installation cost and eligibility conditions. Applicants should not assume that every installation will receive the full £500.

You can check the latest information on the official GOV.UK EV chargepoint grants page.

As electric vehicles become more popular across the UK, drivers are increasingly looking for affordable and reliable electric vehicle chargers for sale.

If you have been researching an EV charger, you may already have encountered the term OZEV. This guide explains what OZEV is, which grants remain available in 2026 and how the application process works.

What Is OZEV?

OZEV stands for the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles. It is a UK government team that supports the transition to zero-emission transport.

One of its responsibilities is overseeing grant schemes that help eligible households, landlords, workplaces and education institutions meet part of the cost of purchasing and installing EV chargepoints.

OZEV grants do not provide a universal discount for every EV owner. Eligibility depends on factors such as:

• The type of property

• Whether the applicant owns or rents the property

• The available parking arrangement

• The intended use of the charger

• The selected chargepoint model

• The installer carrying out the work

• Whether approval is obtained before installation

Understanding these conditions before ordering a charger can prevent delays or an unsuccessful claim.

How Much Is the OZEV Grant in 2026?

From 1 April 2026, the main grant limits are:

These are maximum amounts, not guaranteed payments. The final grant depends on the eligible installation cost and the rules of the relevant scheme.

Who Can Apply for an OZEV Grant?

1. Renters and Flat Owners

You may qualify for the renters and flat owners grant if you:

• Own and live in a flat; or

• Rent and live in a residential property

• Have private off-street parking

• Meet the vehicle and property eligibility requirements

• Obtain any necessary permission from your landlord, freeholder or property manager

A homeowner who owns and lives in a house with a private driveway does not generally qualify for this particular grant simply because they own an EV.

2. Households With On-Street Parking

A separate grant is available for eligible households that do not have off-street parking.

You may qualify if you:

• Own or rent the property

• Only have access to on-street parking

• Are installing an approved cross-pavement charging solution, such as a charging channel

• Obtain the necessary permission from the local authority and other relevant parties

• Meet the remaining vehicle, charger and installation requirements

The £500 chargepoint grant should not be confused with any separate funding or subsidy that may be offered by a local authority for the cross-pavement channel itself.

3. Residential Landlords and Property Managers

Eligible residential landlords can apply for up to £500 per socket when installing chargepoints at existing rental properties.

The scheme may be available to qualifying:

• Private residential landlords

• Registered social housing providers

• Freeholders

• Right to Manage companies

• Residents’ management companies

• Public-sector organisations

• Charities

• Property management companies acting for landlords

Landlords can apply for support for up to 200 sockets across their sites, subject to all current eligibility requirements.

The scheme cannot normally be used for a charger that has already been installed, a new-build installation required by regulation, or a property used only as holiday accommodation.

4. Businesses and Workplaces

The Workplace Charging Scheme provides eligible businesses, charities and public-sector organisations with up to £500 per socket.

Applicants can claim for up to 40 sockets across all their sites.

The scheme is intended for eligible workplace charging. It should not be presented as a general grant for installing public charging stations or for every type of commercial EV charging project.

Some previous grants for staff and fleets, commercial landlords and residential landlord infrastructure closed to new applications on 31 March 2026. Businesses should therefore check the current Workplace Charging Scheme rather than relying on older grant information.

5. State-Funded Education Institutions

Eligible state-funded schools and education institutions can apply for up to £2,000 per chargepoint socket under their dedicated Workplace Charging Scheme.

Applications can cover up to 40 sockets across all sites.

This enhanced rate does not apply to every school, training provider or privately operated education business. The institution must meet the government’s eligibility criteria.

Which Chargers Qualify for the OZEV Grant?

A charger must appear on the government’s current list of eligible chargepoint models.

OZEV eligibility applies to a specific product model, not automatically to every charger produced by the same brand. Different versions, power ratings or configurations may have different approval statuses.

Before buying an Injet charger, ask the authorised installer to confirm that:

• The exact Injet model is on the current eligible equipment list

• The selected configuration matches the approved listing

• The installer is authorised for the relevant OZEV scheme

• The proposed property and parking arrangement meet the grant conditions

Do not rely only on a general statement that a brand is “OZEV approved.” The model listed on the application and invoice must match the eligible equipment records.

Why Consider an Injet EV Charger?

When comparing electric vehicle chargers for sale, grant eligibility is only one part of the decision.

Depending on the model and configuration, the Injet Eco offers features designed for everyday home charging, including:

• App-based charging control

• Scheduled charging

• Solar charging options

• Dynamic load-balancing support

• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity

• Optional 4G connectivity

• Tethered and untethered configurations

• Protection designed for outdoor installation

Drivers on a fixed time-of-use electricity tariff can use the charging schedule to match the tariff’s published off-peak hours.

The Injet Eco should not be described as automatically synchronising with an energy supplier’s tariff or app. Customers using a tariff that requires direct charger or vehicle integration should check the energy supplier’s current compatibility requirements.

Features, protection ratings and OZEV eligibility can vary between models and configurations. Always confirm the exact product specification before ordering.

How to Apply for an OZEV Grant

Although the details vary between schemes, the household and residential landlord process generally follows these steps.

Step 1: Identify the Correct Grant

Start by confirming whether you are applying as:

• A renter

• A flat owner

• A household with on-street parking

• A residential landlord

• A workplace

• A state-funded education institution

Selecting the wrong scheme can delay or invalidate the application.

Step 2: Check the Property and Parking Requirements

Confirm that the property and parking space meet the relevant conditions.

Renters, leaseholders and flat owners may need written permission from their:

• Landlord

• Freeholder

• Property manager

• Managing agent

• Local authority

Obtain the necessary permissions before submitting the application.

Step 3: Choose an Eligible Charger

Ask the installer to confirm that the exact charger model appears on the current OZEV eligible chargepoint list.

Do not purchase equipment based only on the manufacturer’s brand name.

Step 4: Select an OZEV-Authorised Installer

The installation and claim must be handled by an installer authorised for the relevant scheme.

The installer should:

• Check the proposed installation

• Confirm charger eligibility

• Provide a dated quotation

• Complete the installation safely

• Record the required model and serial-number information

• Supply photographic and invoice evidence

• Submit the grant claim after installation

Step 5: Submit the Application

For the renters and flat owners grant and the residential landlord grant, the customer creates an account and submits the initial application.

The applicant will normally need to provide information about the property, parking space, vehicle, charger, installer and required permissions.

The application process for the Workplace Charging Scheme uses a voucher system, so businesses should follow the instructions for that specific scheme.

Step 6: Wait for Approval Before Installation

Do not install the chargepoint before OZEV confirms that the application is eligible.

For renters, flat owners and residential landlords, OZEV notifies both the applicant and installer if the initial application is approved.

Installing the charger too early may make the installation ineligible for funding.

Step 7: Complete the Installation and Claim

After approval, the authorised installer completes the work and submits the required claim evidence.

This may include:

• A close-up photograph of the charger

• A photograph showing its model and serial number

• A photograph showing the charger and parking space

• A wider photograph showing the property or installation area

• A compliant invoice

• Any other evidence required by the scheme

If the claim is approved, the grant is paid to the installer and should be reflected in the amount charged to the customer.

Common OZEV Application Mistakes

Avoid these common mistakes:

• Ordering a charger before checking the exact model’s eligibility

• Using an installer who is not authorised for the relevant scheme

• Beginning installation before OZEV confirms eligibility

• Assuming every homeowner qualifies

• Failing to obtain landlord or freeholder permission

• Confusing an on-street chargepoint grant with funding for the pavement channel

• Applying under a grant that closed in March 2026

• Assuming the maximum £500 is guaranteed

• Using outdated information about £350 grants

• Describing an entire charger brand as OZEV approved without checking the individual model

Final Thoughts

The 2026 OZEV changes provide greater support for eligible renters, flat owners, households with on-street parking, residential landlords, workplaces and state-funded education institutions.

With maximum support rising from £350 to £500 under several schemes, an eligible applicant may be able to reduce the upfront cost of installing an EV charger significantly. State-funded education institutions may receive up to £2,000 per socket.

However, eligibility is not automatic. The correct grant must be selected, the exact charger model must qualify, an authorised installer must carry out the work, and approval must be obtained before installation.

Before purchasing an EV charger, check the latest official OZEV grant guidance and ask your installer to confirm the eligibility of your chosen model.