Many Auto and Maxi Cab owners face the issue of ₹15,000 “Vahana Mitra payment not credited” due to a lack of knowledge about the eligibility conditions.
To avoid this problem, it is important to understand the eligibility criteria for financial assistance under the Vahana Mitra scheme in advance.
By knowing the requirements—such as having a valid Andhra Pradesh driving license, vehicle registration, and meeting other scheme-specific conditions—owners can ensure their applications are complete and accurate.
This prevents delays or rejection of payments and helps beneficiaries receive the financial assistance for auto and maxi cab owners without any issues.
Update Vahana Mitra Details After Selling Your Vehicle – How to Avoid Payment Issues
If you sold your auto or maxi cab on or after 31st August 2025, select “Vehicle SOLD” in the eKYC app.
Then, submit a new application at your grama/ward secretariat with valid ownership documents for your new vehicle.
Do not complete eKYC with your old vehicle details, as this may prevent your payment from being credited.
Claiming Vahana Mitra Benefits After Vehicle Owner’s Death
If the registered vehicle owner who received Vahana Mitra benefits in 2023–24 has passed away, select the “Death” option in the eKYC app.
The benefit can only be claimed after legally transferring the vehicle ownership (RC) to a nominee or eligible family member. Without this transfer, the nominee cannot receive the payment.
Vahana Mitra Payment Not Credited Due to Expired Documents – How to Fix
Expired RC, fitness, or insurance documents will not be accepted. You must renew these documents before completing biometric authentication (eKYC) for old vehicles or submitting a new application.
During field verification, a Welfare Assistant will check your vehicle and documents. If any of the required papers have expired, your application will be rejected under the Vahana Mitra scheme.
Eligibility for Same Family in Different Households– Verification Process
Yes, your application will be accepted. The driving license holder must enter their Aadhaar number and select the blood relation with the vehicle owner (mother, father, son, daughter, or sibling).
If both are listed on the same Rice Card, the application is valid—even if household mapping shows them separately.
How the System Verifies Family Relations
- During application, when you enter the Driving License details, the portal provides an Aadhaar Number entry option for the license holder.
- You must also select the type of blood relation with the vehicle owner (mother, father, son, daughter, sibling).
- The system cross-checks both Aadhaar numbers (RC owner and DL holder) with the Rice Card database to confirm they belong to the same family.
- Even if household mapping shows them separately due to marriage or Sachivalayam mapping issues, the Rice Card linkage treats them as the same family.
- Once verified, the system marks the application as eligible for the Vahana Mitra scheme.
Eligibility for Extended Family Members – What You Need to Know
In the Vahana Mitra scheme, the “Sibling” category applies only to direct blood relations.
However, under the “Others” option, extended family members such as uncles or cousins may also be considered eligible if they have a valid driving license, are listed on the same ration card, and the relationship is clearly verified.
Vahana Mitra Eligibility for Electric Autos and Maxi Cabs – Avoid Rejection
Passenger electric autos and battery-operated maxi cabs are eligible under the Vahana Mitra scheme.
However, e-rickshaws, e-karts, and other non-passenger electric vehicles are not covered.
The benefit applies only to passenger autos and maxi cabs, including battery-run versions.
Vehicle Running Condition Requirement
The vehicle, which is not in running condition, is considered unfit for road use. While the scheme gives a fitness certificate exemption for autos, it is designed to help working drivers.
If your auto is non-operational, the WEA officer may reject your application during field verification, because the scheme supports vehicles that are actually in use for passenger transport.
MDU Vehicles Not Eligible for Vahana Mitra Payment – Eligibility Clarification
Rice Trucks and other Mobile Disbursement Unit Vehicles are not eligible for the Financial Assistance to Auto & Maxi Cab Owners scheme.
The scheme only covers passenger autos, motor cabs, and maxi cabs. If you own a Rice Truck (MDU), you cannot apply for benefits under this scheme.
Using a Driving License from Another State– How to Resolve
If an Andhra Pradesh citizen holds a driving license issued from another state (e.g., Odisha), they are not directly eligible for the Financial Assistance Scheme for Auto and Maxi Cab, as the scheme requires a license registered in Andhra Pradesh.
To become eligible, the applicant must transfer their driving license to Andhra Pradesh through the local RTO. Once the license reflects an Andhra Pradesh address, they can apply for the financial assistance scheme.
Vahana Mitra Driving License Errors and Solutions to Avoid Payment Delays
If you see the error “No details found with entered DL” while applying for the Vahana Mitra scheme, it means your driving license was not updated during the migration from the e-Pragati portal to the Sarathi portal.
To resolve this, visit the RTA office, obtain your updated license number, and reapply. If the problem continues, submit a grievance to become eligible.
Conclusion
Successfully accessing Vahana Mitra benefits requires careful attention to eligibility verification, timely updates, and valid records.
Auto and maxi cab owners must keep their RC, fitness, and insurance current while ensuring their driving licenses are registered in Andhra Pradesh.
Key steps include updating vehicle status after sales, completing ownership transfers following deaths, and resolving driving license migration issues through RTA offices.
Family relationships are confirmed through Rice Card linkage, enabling eligible blood relatives to claim benefits even when listed under different households.
By following these requirements, applicants can avoid delays and receive financial support without complications.