Road Tax Rates in India 2026: State-wise Calculator & Complete Guide
Complete state-wise road tax rates for cars, bikes, and commercial vehicles in India. Calculate your registration charges and learn about EV road tax exemptions.
What is Road Tax in India?
Road tax, officially known as Motor Vehicle Tax, is a one-time or periodic tax levied by state governments on vehicles at the time of registration. It is governed by the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and varies significantly across Indian states.
Road tax is typically calculated as a percentage of the ex-showroom price of the vehicle and depends on factors like vehicle type, engine capacity, fuel type, and the state of registration.
State-wise Road Tax Rates for Cars (2026)
Northern States
- Delhi: 4-12.5% based on price slab (₹0-₹6L: 4%, ₹6-15L: 7%, ₹15L+: 10-12.5%)
- Uttar Pradesh: 8-10% of vehicle price
- Rajasthan: 6-10% of vehicle price
- Haryana: 5-8% of vehicle price
- Punjab: 6-9% of vehicle price
- Himachal Pradesh: 4-6% of vehicle price
Western States
- Maharashtra: 11-14% based on vehicle price (one of the highest in India)
- Gujarat: 6-12% of vehicle price
- Goa: 8-11% of vehicle price
Southern States
- Karnataka: 13-18% of vehicle price (highest in India for premium cars)
- Tamil Nadu: 10-15% of vehicle price
- Kerala: 6-21% based on engine cubic capacity
- Telangana: 12-14% of vehicle price
- Andhra Pradesh: 12-14% of vehicle price
Eastern States
- West Bengal: 5-10% of vehicle price
- Bihar: 7-9% of vehicle price
- Odisha: 6-8% of vehicle price
Road Tax for Two-Wheelers
Two-wheelers attract significantly lower road tax rates compared to four-wheelers:
- Delhi: 2-4% of vehicle price
- Maharashtra: 8-10% of vehicle price
- Karnataka: 10-12% of vehicle price
- Tamil Nadu: 8-10% of vehicle price
- UP: 6-8% of vehicle price
Road Tax for Commercial Vehicles
Commercial vehicles are taxed differently — usually on a quarterly or annual basis based on the number of seats (for passenger vehicles) or laden weight (for goods vehicles). Rates range from ₹2,000-₹25,000 per quarter depending on vehicle category and state.
EV Road Tax Exemptions
Most Indian states offer 100% road tax waiver for electric vehicles as part of their EV policies:
- 100% Exemption: Delhi, UP, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar
- Partial Exemption: Maharashtra (reduced rates), West Bengal (partial waiver)
- No Policy Yet: Some northeastern states
For a ₹15 Lakh car registered in Karnataka, the road tax saving by choosing an EV over a petrol car is approximately ₹2.4 Lakhs. Use our EV Savings Calculator to calculate your exact savings.
Green Tax on Old Vehicles
In addition to road tax, vehicles older than 15 years (personal) or 8 years (commercial) must pay a Green Tax at the time of RC fitness renewal. This ranges from 10-50% of the original road tax amount.
Use our Green Tax Calculator to estimate your vehicle's renewal cost.
BH-Series Registration
The Bharat (BH) Series registration allows you to pay road tax every 2 years instead of the full 15-year amount upfront. This is especially useful for:
- Transferable government and private sector employees
- People who may relocate across states
- EV buyers in states with partial road tax waivers
Read our detailed guide on BH-Series Registration for EVs.
How to Pay Road Tax Online
- Visit the Parivahan portal (parivahan.gov.in) or your state's transport department website
- Enter your vehicle registration number or application number
- Select the tax type (one-time or periodic)
- Make payment via net banking, UPI, or debit/credit card
- Download the tax receipt for your records