The Complete Guide to OZEV EV Charger Grants (Updated for 2026)

The OZEV grant, officially called the Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant, is a government scheme designed to reduce the cost of buying and installing an EV charger. As of April 2026, the government updated its funding tiers, increasing the allowance for some groups, launching a new digital platform, and closing older schemes.

If you are looking to install a charger at your home, business, or school, you might be eligible. Below is a guide on how it works and what you can claim.

Who qualifies for the Home EV Charger Grants?

The rules for domestic properties have expanded. You are likely eligible if you fall into one of the following categories:

• Renters and Flat Owners: You can claim up to £500 (increased from £350 in April 2026) or 75% off the cost of a charger and installation. You must own or lease an eligible EV or plug-in hybrid and have dedicated off-street parking. Renters just need their landlord's permission.

• Households with On-Street Parking: If you do not have a driveway, you can now apply for the grant. You must have adequate on-street parking and obtain permission from your local highways authority to install a permanent cross-pavement charging solution.

• Residential Landlords: Landlords can claim up to £500 per socket for properties they let out, up to a maximum of 200 sockets per year. (Note: The commercial landlord and residential infrastructure grants closed in March 2026).

Note: Homeowners of single-unit properties (like a standard detached house) who are not renting currently do not qualify for the standard domestic chargepoint grant.

Grants for Offices and Workplaces

Through the Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS), businesses, charities, and public sector organisations can get financial support to install EV chargers for their staff and fleets.

• The Funding: As of April 2026, the standard workplace grant increased to cover up to 75% of the installation cost, capped at £500 per socket.

• The Cap: You can claim this discount for up to 40 sockets across all your business sites.

• Eligibility: You must have dedicated off-street parking and use the chargers primarily for staff or fleet vehicles, not for public charging.

Grants for Schools and Education Settings

To accelerate EV adoption in the public sector, OZEV provides a dedicated tier of the Workplace Charging Scheme specifically for state-funded education institutions (including nurseries, schools, colleges, and universities).

• The Funding: State-funded schools receive support allowing them to claim up to 75% off the cost of buying and installing chargepoints, capped at £2,000 per socket. (Note: This is a reduction from the pre-April 2026 rate of £2,500).

• The Cap: Schools and multi-academy trusts can claim funding for up to 40 sockets across all sites.

How does the claim work?

Under the new rules introduced in April 2026, the application process depends on the grant:

• For Home Grants (Renters/Landlords): You must apply directly via the government's new Find a Grant platform. You create an account, purchase your charger, submit your evidence (like landlord permission or proof of parking), and wait for approval. Once OZEV approves it, your approved installer fits the charger and the £500 is deducted directly from your final invoice.

• For Schools and Workplaces: The WCS is voucher-based. You apply online, receive a voucher code, and hand it to your approved installer, who applies the discount upfront.

Important: You must never have the charger installed until OZEV has confirmed you are eligible.

Does it cover just the charger or the installation too?

Both. The grant covers the combined cost of the unit, the labour, necessary wiring, and safety checks, up to your respective cap (for example, £500 for renters/offices or £2,000 for schools).

Does it stack with anything else?

Some energy suppliers run their own deals on home chargers or offer EV-specific energy tariffs, like Octopus Energy. Check whether you can combine any supplier incentives with the OZEV grant before committing to a purchase.

The Short Version

Whether you are a renter with a driveway, a business looking to electrify its fleet, or a school upgrading its facilities, funding is available until March 31, 2027. Confirm your eligibility, set up your application on the new digital platform, get a quote from an OZEV-approved installer, and they will help handle the rest.