PSE&G EV Charger Rebate: Make-Ready Coverage Explained
Last reviewed: 2026-09-22. Rebate programs change funding levels and eligibility often -- confirm current status on PSE&G's official site before assuming any figure below still applies.
Quick answer: PSE&G's residential EV charging program covers up to $1,500 as an on-bill credit for customer-side "make-ready" electrical work (wiring, panel work, outlet installation), and separately up to $5,000 in deposit reduction for utility-side make-ready work if your service needs upgrading to support the new circuit. This program does not cover the cost of the charger hardware itself. It requires a New Jersey-licensed electrician and an ENERGY STAR-certified EVSE.
Not the same as the New Jersey state program. This is a PSE&G utility-specific program. New Jersey also has a separate statewide rebate (Charge Up New Jersey) that covers charger hardware -- see our New Jersey EV charger rebate guide for that program. The two are stackable since they cover different things (this one covers electrical prep work, the state program covers the charger unit).
What PSE&G's Program Covers
| Component | Coverage | Covers charger hardware? |
|---|---|---|
| Customer-side make-ready | Up to $1,500 on-bill credit | No -- prep work only (wiring, panel, outlet) |
| Utility-side make-ready | Up to $5,000 deposit reduction | No -- covers utility service upgrade work if needed |
"Make-ready" work is the electrical prep needed before a charger can be installed -- running wire from your panel, upgrading the panel if it lacks capacity, and installing the outlet or hardwired connection point. The charger itself is a separate cost, covered by the state program below rather than this PSE&G program.
Requirements
- New Jersey-licensed electrician must perform the work
- ENERGY STAR-certified EVSE -- confirm your chosen charger model meets this spec before installing, since a non-compliant unit may not qualify the work for the credit
- Application and documentation requirements are set by PSE&G -- check their official program page for the current process
How This Stacks With the New Jersey State Rebate
Because PSE&G's program covers installation/make-ready work and the state's Charge Up New Jersey program covers the charger hardware, they address different cost line items and are generally stackable. See our New Jersey EV charger rebate guide for the state program's $250 hardware rebate and how the two work together.
Stacking With the Federal Tax Credit
The federal 30C Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit is separate from both New Jersey programs -- see our EV charger tax credit guide for eligibility rules and how utility/state incentives affect your federal credit's cost basis. For the charger itself, see our best home EV chargers guide, and estimate your full installed cost with our installation cost calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does PSE&G's rebate cover the EV charger itself?
No. PSE&G's program covers make-ready electrical work -- wiring, panel work, and outlet installation -- up to $1,500 for customer-side work and up to $5,000 in deposit reduction for utility-side work. It does not cover the charger hardware.
What's the difference between the PSE&G program and the New Jersey state program?
PSE&G's program covers installation/prep work only. The state's Charge Up New Jersey program (available to customers of any New Jersey utility) covers a $250 rebate toward the charger hardware itself. They cover different costs and are generally stackable.
Do I need a specific type of electrician or charger?
Yes. The work must be performed by a New Jersey-licensed electrician, and the EVSE must be ENERGY STAR-certified to qualify for the credit.
Source: [PSE&G](https://nj.myaccount.pseg.com/myservicepublic/electricvehicles-residential-program). This page is for general informational purposes and is not a substitute for the utility's official program terms. Program funding, eligibility, and amounts are set by PSE&G and are subject to change without notice -- verify current status before relying on this information.