Skip to content
Bodkin EV ChargingSeverna Park, MD

Rebates and incentives

EV Charger Rebates and Incentives in Maryland

The main EV charger rebate in Maryland right now is the Maryland Energy Administration's FY27 residential rebate: 50% of eligible Level 2 costs, up to $700, while funds last. BGE adds bill credits for off-peak charging. The federal charger credit has ended.

Last reviewed October 6, 2026

Install rebateAs of October 2026

Maryland Energy Administration Residential EVSE Rebate

The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) pays back 50% of eligible costs, up to $700, for a residential Level 2 charger in FY27.

  • Residential only, and only Level 2 chargers qualify.
  • Apply after the charger is bought, installed, in operation, and paid in full.
  • Apply through the My MEA portal. The deadline is 3:00 PM Eastern Time on May 31, 2027.
  • The FY27 budget is about $1.5 million, first come, first served. MEA says the portal may close early if requests use up the budget.
  • Keep your paid invoice, proof of purchase, and permit records. MEA asks for supporting documents.

Source: Maryland Energy Administration, Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate Program. Status: confirmed.

Order matters

How to Line up the MEA Rebate

  1. Step 1: Confirm the Program Is Open

    Check the MEA rebate page before you buy. The budget is first come, first served.

  2. Step 2: Choose a Level 2 Charger

    Only Level 2 chargers qualify for the MEA residential rebate. Pick one your electrician agrees fits your panel.

  3. Step 3: Install With a Permit

    A licensed electrician installs it under an Anne Arundel County or City of Annapolis permit. Keep the permit record.

  4. Step 4: Pay in Full, Then Apply

    Once the charger works and the invoice is paid, apply in the My MEA portal with your documents before the deadline.

The rebate pays back part of the cost after the fact, so plan the install on its own merits first. The installation cost factors guide shows what a written quote should list, and the permits guide covers the county inspection.

Beyond the rebate

BGE Bill Savings and What Has Ended

Bill savings, not a rebateAs of October 2026

BGE EV Time-of-Use Rate

BGE offers an EV time-of-use rate that bills your car's charging at lower off-peak prices. This lowers your power bill. It does not pay for the install.

  • Only the EV's charging is billed on the time-of-use schedule.
  • BGE lists eligibility rules: you buy power from BGE (not a third-party supplier), you have Wi-Fi where you charge, and you have a connected EV or a smart Level 2 charger.
  • On-peak hours differ in summer and the rest of the year. Check BGE's EVsmart page for the current schedule.

Source: BGE

Bill savings, not a rebateAs of October 2026

BGE Smart Charge Management

BGE's Smart Charge Management program pays bill credits of up to $120 per year per enrolled vehicle, or up to $240 per year when paired with the EV time-of-use rate.

  • Credits come from letting BGE shift some charging to off-peak times.
  • A Level 2 charger earns a higher monthly credit than Level 1, per BGE.
  • These are bill credits, not an install rebate. Ask BGE whether any charger rebate is open right now.

Source: BGE

EndedAs of October 2026

Federal Section 30C Charger Credit

The federal Section 30C credit for home chargers ended on June 30, 2026. Chargers placed in service after that date do not qualify.

  • The IRS says the One Big Beautiful Bill Act moved the credit's end date from 2032 to June 30, 2026.
  • If your charger went into service before that date, ask a tax professional about your return.

Source: Internal Revenue Service

As of October 2026 Maryland's excise tax credit applies to the vehicle, not the charger, and funding has run out before, so check with the MVA before you count on it. MVA bulletin.

Call to speak with a local electrician about your EV charger install.

Call (410) 314-4846

Where Incentives Fit in Your Plan

Rebates help, but they should not pick your charger for you. Start with what your home can carry. An EV readiness inspection or a load calculation tells you if a panel upgrade is on the table. Then choose between a Level 2 home charger, a Tesla Wall Connector, or a NEMA 14-50 outlet.

Condo and townhome owners should also read the condo and HOA guide. Association approval and separate metering can shape both cost and timing. Business owners can find site planning notes in the commercial and workplace guide. More answers are in the FAQ hub. To see which permit office covers your address, use the service areas guide.

Questions

Rebate Questions

Can I Get the MEA Rebate Before My Charger Is Installed?

No, MEA only accepts applications after the charger is installed, working, and paid in full. Save your invoice and receipts so you can apply in the My MEA portal once the job is done.

Does a Level 1 Charger Qualify for the Maryland Rebate?

No, the FY27 residential rebate covers Level 2 chargers only. A Level 2 home charger runs on a 240 volt circuit, which needs a permit in Anne Arundel County.

Does BGE Still Give a Rebate for a Home Charger?

BGE's current EV programs are bill savings: a time-of-use rate and Smart Charge Management credits. Ask BGE whether any charger rebate is open right now before you plan around one.

Can I Still Claim the Federal Charger Tax Credit?

Not for a charger placed in service after June 30, 2026, when the Section 30C credit ended. A tax professional can tell you if an earlier install still counts on your return.

Plan the Install, Then Claim the Rebate

Call to speak with a local electrician about your EV charger install. Get connected today.

Call (410) 314-4846

Phone hours: 24/7

Get connected today(410) 314-4846