Key OZEV Grant Changes for 2026/27
What Installers, Landlords and Businesses
Need to Know
OZEV (The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles) has confirmed key changes to its home and workplace EV chargepoint grants, with 2026/27 marking the final year of the current schemes and several extensions, closures and funding adjustments coming into effect.
OZEV GRANTS
Which OZEV Grants Are Continuing?
Five grants have been extended for a final year, running until 31 March 2027.
→ Workplace Grants
Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS)
Workplace Charging Scheme for State-Funded Education Institutions
→ Home Chargepoint Grants
Flats & Renters Grant
Residential Landlord Chargepoint Grant
Households with On-Street Parking Grant
DEADLINES
Which OZEV Grants Are Closing?
The following grants will close on 31 March 2026:
Staff & Fleets grant
Residential Landlord infrastructure grant
Commercial Landlord chargepoint grant
Key Closure Dates
31 March 2026 – Last date for customers to apply
26 May 2026 – Last date for installers to submit claims
6 July 2026 – Final date to resubmit claims (if further evidence requested)
Installers should ensure all installations and paperwork can be completed within these deadlines before taking on new work.
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RATE CHANGES
OZEV Grant Rate Changes (from 1st April)
→ Home Grants
(Flats & Renters, Residential Landlords, On-Street Parking)
Increase from £350 → £500 per socket
Applies to applications submitted from 1 April
→ Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS)
Increase from £350 → £500 per socket
Applies to installations completed after 1 April
Installations completed before 1 April remain at £350
⚠️ Important:
The WCS rate change is based on installation date, not application date. This avoids the need for businesses to cancel and reapply for vouchers.
→ WCS - State-Funded Education Institutions
Decrease from £2,500 → £2,000 per socket from 1 April
However, it is important to note:
Institutions that apply before 1 April remain eligible for £2,500
Vouchers can be redeemed until 30 September 2026
Processing Times & Installation Rules
Applications and claims are expected to take up to 10 working days (if no further evidence required)
Do not install chargepoints until the customer has received grant approval
Installers will receive notification at the same time as the customer
REAPPLY
Reapplying for the Higher £500 Grant
Active Applicants
Customers who applied before 1 April can:
Reapply via the new platform for the increased £500 rate
Their original application will be cancelled and reassessed
If they choose not to reapply:
Installers can claim up to £350 on the existing portal (until 26 May)
Any further evidence must be submitted by 6 July
REJECTION
What Happens If a Claim Is Rejected?
Closing Grants
(Staff & Fleets, Landlord infrastructure, Commercial Landlord)
Claims not approved by the final deadline will be declined
Continuing Grants
(Flats & Renters, Residential Landlord)
Claims may be resubmitted via the new Find a Grant platform for a limited period
STAYING INFORMED
Government Flexibility Clause
The government reserves the right to amend or close schemes early.
If this happens, they will:
Aim to provide 4 weeks’ notice
Honour claims made before public announcement (subject to eligibility)
What This Means in Practice
2026/27 is the final year of the current grant structure
Funding increases to £500 per socket for most schemes
Some grants close permanently in March 2026
A new digital platform changes how applications and claims are managed
Installers must stay organised and ahead of deadlines
The overall intention is to simplify the grant system while maintaining support for homes, landlords, businesses and education providers during the transition.