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Uttar Pradesh Vehicle Tax · 2026

Green Tax in Uttar Pradesh

Q: How much is Green Tax in Uttar Pradesh?

Uttar Pradesh charges 10% of road tax for personal vehicles older than 15 years and 25% for commercial vehicles older than 8 years. Vehicles registered in NCR districts (Noida UP-16, Ghaziabad UP-14) pay an additional 15% pollution surcharge to match Delhi NCR norms.

Q: Is my old car banned in UP NCR (Noida/Ghaziabad)?

Yes. Diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years are banned in Noida (Gautam Buddha Nagar) and Ghaziabad to align with Delhi NCR rules. Other UP districts (Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Varanasi) allow vehicles up to 15-20 years subject to fitness.

Q: Where to pay Green Tax in Lucknow or Noida?

Pay online via uptransport.gov.in or parivahan.gov.in. UP has 75+ RTOs across districts. Major ones: Lucknow (UP-32), Noida (UP-16), Ghaziabad (UP-14), Kanpur (UP-78), Agra (UP-80), Varanasi (UP-65). Online payment recommended for faster processing.

Q: Are EVs exempt from Green Tax in UP?

Yes. Under UP EV Policy 2022, all battery electric vehicles get 100% exemption from Green Tax, road tax, and registration fees. UP also offers a 15% additional state subsidy on the first 1 lakh EVs (capped at ₹1L for cars, ₹15K for 2W).

Q: Can I move my old Delhi car to UP?

It depends on the receiving district. For non-NCR districts (Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra), you can re-register a diesel car up to 10 years old or petrol up to 15 years. For NCR districts (Noida, Ghaziabad), the same Delhi NCR rules apply — banned at 10/15 years respectively.

Q: What is the GBN/Noida vehicle scrappage policy?

Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida) follows the same NGT/Supreme Court scrappage rules as Delhi. Old vehicles can be scrapped at registered RVSF centers in Noida for: (1) 4-6% Certificate of Deposit, (2) 25% road tax rebate on new vehicle, (3) up to ₹50K manufacturer discount, (4) ₹15K UP state EV subsidy if replaced with electric vehicle.

Comprehensive 2026 guide for UP — different rules for NCR districts (Noida, Ghaziabad) vs rest of UP. Lucknow pollution surcharge, age bans, and how UP EV Policy 2022 lets you skip Green Tax with extra state subsidy.

10%Cars · Standard

+15%NCR Surcharge

+10%Lucknow Surcharge

0%EV / 100% Exempt

UP Green Tax Rates — Standard vs NCR vs Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh has three tiers of Green Tax depending on registration district. NCR (Noida/Ghaziabad) follows Delhi-aligned rules. Lucknow has its own pollution surcharge. Other districts use standard rates.

Vehicle Type	Standard UP	Lucknow (UP-32)	NCR (UP-14, UP-16)
Two-Wheeler	10%	20% (+10%)	25% (+15%)
Car (Petrol)	10%	20%	25%
Car (Diesel)	15%	25%	50% + age cap
Commercial Light	25%	35%	50%
Commercial Heavy	25%	35%	50%
Auto-Rickshaw	10%	15%	25%
Electric Vehicle	₹0 — Exempt	₹0 — Exempt	₹0 — Exempt

⚠️ Critical for NCR (Noida/Ghaziabad): Beyond Green Tax, NGT/SC orders apply — diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol older than 15 years are banned. No amount of Green Tax payment can keep these vehicles legal in Noida or Ghaziabad. Only EVs are exempt from age caps.

UP NCR — Same Rules as Delhi

Noida (Gautam Buddha Nagar) and Ghaziabad fall under the National Capital Region. Vehicle owners in these districts face the same age caps as Delhi:

🛢️ Diesel — 10 Year Ban

SC Order applies to all NCR including Noida/Ghaziabad
Auto-deregistration at 10 years
Cannot be sold within NCR
Must move to non-NCR UP district (Lucknow, Kanpur) — or scrap
Penalty for driving: ₹10,000 fine + impounding

⛽ Petrol — 15 Year Ban

Petrol vehicles deregistered at 15 years in NCR
Insurance becomes void
Re-registration only allowed in non-NCR UP/MP/Rajasthan
Free pickup by authorized scrappers + ₹50K certificate

💡 Smart loophole: If you have an old diesel car in Noida, you can re-register it in Lucknow (350 km away) where it's legal up to 15 years. Pay UP road tax difference + NOC fee = ₹3,000-5,000 admin cost. Most owners however prefer scrappage benefits.

UP EV Policy 2022 — Subsidy + Exemption

Uttar Pradesh's EV policy is among the strongest in North India. Combine state + central subsidies for major savings:

For Cars (4-Wheelers)

UP State Subsidy: 15% of ex-showroom, capped at ₹1 lakh
FAME-III: Additional ₹1.5L from Centre
Road Tax + Green Tax: 100% exempt
Free RC registration
Effective discount on Tata Nexon EV (₹15L): ₹2.5L+ off

For 2-Wheelers

UP State Subsidy: 15% of price, capped at ₹15,000
FAME-III: Additional ₹30K from Centre
Total subsidy on Ola S1 Pro: ₹45,000
Effective price: ₹1.05L (vs ₹1.55L sticker)

📋 First 1 lakh EVs only: UP state subsidy is capped at first 100K EV registrations. As of 2026, ~60K slots remain.

How to Pay Green Tax in UP — Online & Offline

Via UP Transport Portal

Visit uptransport.gov.in
Click "Citizen Services" → "Online Tax Payment"
Enter UP-XX-XX-XXXX number
System detects your district + applicable surcharges (Lucknow/NCR)
Pay via UPI/NetBanking/Card
Download e-receipt

National Vahan Portal

Visit parivahan.gov.in
Select Uttar Pradesh
Enter vehicle number
Choose "Pay Vehicle Tax"
Auto-fetches UP-specific surcharges
Pay and save receipt

⚠️ For Noida/Ghaziabad owners: Check vehicle age first. If diesel ≥10 yrs or petrol ≥15 yrs, payment goes through but RC renewal will be denied. Better to scrap or move out of NCR.

RTO Offices in UP — City-wise

UP has 75+ RTOs covering all districts. Click any city to view RTO addresses, contact info, and Green Tax payment counters.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Green Tax UP

How much is Green Tax in Uttar Pradesh?

UP charges 10% of road tax for personal vehicles older than 15 years and 25% for commercial vehicles older than 8 years. NCR districts (Noida UP-16, Ghaziabad UP-14) pay an additional 15% pollution surcharge.

Is my old car banned in UP NCR (Noida/Ghaziabad)?

Yes. Diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol older than 15 years are banned in Noida and Ghaziabad to align with Delhi NCR rules. Other UP districts allow up to 15-20 years subject to fitness.

What is the Lucknow pollution surcharge?

Lucknow is classified as a CPCB non-attainment city. Vehicles registered in Lucknow (UP-32) pay an additional 10% pollution surcharge on Green Tax. Effective Green Tax: 20% personal cars, 35% commercial.

Where to pay Green Tax in Lucknow or Noida?

Pay online via uptransport.gov.in or parivahan.gov.in. Major RTOs: Lucknow (UP-32), Noida (UP-16), Ghaziabad (UP-14), Kanpur (UP-78), Agra (UP-80), Varanasi (UP-65).

Are EVs exempt from Green Tax in UP?

Yes. Under UP EV Policy 2022, all BEVs get 100% exemption from Green Tax, road tax, and registration fees. UP also offers a 15% additional state subsidy capped at ₹1L (cars), ₹15K (2W).

Can I move my old Delhi car to UP?

Depends on the receiving district. Non-NCR districts (Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra) allow diesel up to 10 years, petrol up to 15 years. NCR districts (Noida, Ghaziabad) follow same Delhi bans.

What is the GBN/Noida vehicle scrappage policy?

Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida) follows NGT/SC scrappage rules. Benefits: (1) 4-6% Certificate of Deposit, (2) 25% road tax rebate on new vehicle, (3) up to ₹50K manufacturer discount, (4) ₹15K UP state EV subsidy if replacing with EV.