GRAP Stage 3 Delhi NCR: BS-III Petrol, BS-IV Diesel Curbs
The Commission for Air Quality Management invoked Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan across Delhi-NCR on 6 November 2026, with immediate effect. Reports say it bans construction and demolition work and restricts older BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles.
What changed
When: 6 November 2026, immediately, in addition to Stage 1 and Stage 2 actions. No end date reported.
| Earlier | Under Stage 3 (reported) |
|---|---|
| Construction and demolition | |
| Not stated in reports | Ban on all construction and demolition, with essential project exemptions |
| BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel light motor vehicles | |
| Not stated in reports | Restricted in Delhi |
| Same vehicles in Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddh Nagar | |
| Not stated in reports | Restricted, per The Federal only |
| Schools up to Class 5 | |
| Not stated in reports | Online or hybrid classes, reports differ |
What is GRAP Stage 3 and when did it start?
The Federal, SocialNews.XYZ and All India Radio reported on 6 November 2026 that the CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP invoked Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan across Delhi-NCR with immediate effect. Delhi's air quality index was about 380, in the very poor category, close to the 400 mark for severe.
Stage 3 is added to the actions already running under Stage 1 and Stage 2. The Federal calls it a precautionary step.
Which vehicles are restricted under GRAP 3 in Delhi?
All three reports say BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles are restricted. They differ on the detail, so check before you drive.
The Federal and SocialNews.XYZ say four-wheelers in Delhi and neighbouring NCR districts. The Federal names Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddh Nagar. All India Radio says light motor vehicles in Delhi. The Federal adds some BS-IV diesel goods vehicles in Delhi and says vehicles carrying exempt goods or services stay outside the curbs.
What construction work is banned under GRAP 3?
Both reports say all construction and demolition is banned, including earthwork, trenching, road construction and major repairs. The Federal lists piling, brickwork, welding, painting and polishing too.
Work on essential projects is allowed. The Federal names railway and metro projects, airports, hospitals, highways, power transmission, sewage treatment and water supply, subject to pollution control norms.
Does GRAP 3 affect schools and offices?
SocialNews.XYZ and The Federal both mention schools. They differ: SocialNews.XYZ says classes up to Class 5 move online, The Federal says hybrid classes up to Class V where online teaching is feasible. Both say offices may be asked to use work from home or reduced staff. Check your school or employer.
How long will GRAP 3 last, and is there an official order?
No report gives an end date. We could not open the CAQM order, only its post on X, quoted by the reports. Stages change as air quality changes, so check CAQM before you plan a trip.
Keep your PUC certificate valid. It is a separate Delhi rule, covered in our Delhi No PUC No Fuel article.
Frequently asked questions
What is banned under GRAP Stage 3 in Delhi NCR?
Reports say all construction and demolition work, with essential project exemptions, and the movement of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles.
Does the GRAP 3 vehicle curb cover all of NCR?
Reports differ. All India Radio mentions Delhi only. The Federal also names Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddh Nagar.
When did GRAP 3 start?
6 November 2026, with immediate effect, as reported.
How do I check if my car is BS-III or BS-IV?
Look at your registration certificate or ask the dealer. The date of first registration also helps, but the papers decide.
GRAP 3 mein kaun si gaadi band hai?
Reports ke mutabik BS-III petrol aur BS-IV diesel gaadiyan. Kahan tak lagu hai, reports alag batati hain. CAQM ka order humne abhi nahi padha.
Short summary in Hinglish
Reports ke mutabik CAQM ne 6 November 2026 ko Delhi-NCR mein GRAP Stage 3 laga diya. Construction aur demolition band hai aur BS-III petrol aur BS-IV diesel gaadiyon par rok hai. Official order humne abhi nahi padha.
