Delhi is one of Ola and Uber's largest markets in India. Both platforms operate tens of thousands of vehicles in Delhi NCR. If you have a commercial vehicle or are planning to buy one, registering as a driver-partner can generate ₹25,000–₹45,000 per month depending on the vehicle type and hours driven.
Vehicle Requirements for Ola/Uber in Delhi
- Vehicle must be less than 10 years old (Uber) or 12 years (Ola) from date of manufacture
- Minimum 4 seats (excluding driver)
- Air conditioning is mandatory for Ola Prime and Uber Go
- CNG or petrol — diesel accepted only if BS6 compliant and within 10 years
- Commercial registration and All India Tourist Permit (AITP)
- Yellow-black number plate OR valid aggregator cab scheme registration
Documents Required for Registration
- Vehicle RC in owner's name (commercial registration)
- All India Tourist Permit (AITP) — apply at Delhi Transport Authority
- Commercial insurance policy (not personal vehicle insurance)
- Valid fitness certificate
- PUC certificate
- Driver's commercial licence (PSV badge)
- Aadhaar card and PAN card
- Bank account for payments
- Passport-size photograph
How to Get a PSV Badge (Commercial Driver Badge) in Delhi
The Public Service Vehicle (PSV) badge is mandatory for driving commercial taxis in Delhi. Apply at any Delhi RTO office. Requirements: minimum age 21, valid commercial driving licence, 8th pass education, and a clean record. The badge fee is approximately ₹500 and takes 15–30 days to process.
Earning Potential: Ola vs Uber in Delhi
On Ola Go and Uber Go, a driver completing 25–30 trips per day in Delhi earns approximately ₹30,000–₹40,000 gross per month. After fuel and maintenance costs of approximately ₹10,000–₹12,000 per month, net earnings are ₹18,000–₹28,000. Drivers on Uber Premier or Ola Prime (with SUVs like Innova) earn ₹40,000–₹60,000 gross per month. Surge pricing during Delhi's peak hours (8–11 AM, 5–9 PM) significantly boosts daily earnings.