Depends on: vehicle type, engine capacity, vehicle cost, fuel type, and state of registration. Most states charge 2-12% of ex-showroom price as one-time tax for private vehicles.
Which state has highest road tax?+
Karnataka has highest road tax (13-18% of vehicle cost), followed by Telangana, Maharashtra (11-13%). Lowest: Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Chandigarh (around 6-9%).
Is road tax one-time or annual?+
Private vehicles: one-time payment for 15 years. Commercial: annual or quarterly. After 15 years, renewal needed with green tax and possibly repeat road tax.
Are EVs exempt from road tax?+
Many states offer 100% road tax exemption for EVs - Telangana, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Delhi. Some give 75-50% exemption. Check current state EV policy.
Can I get road tax refund?+
Yes, partial refund possible if: vehicle moved to another state with NOC, scrapped before 15 years, or transferred to commercial use. Apply with Form 16 within stipulated time.
Why pay road tax to multiple states?+
When moving to another state with vehicle, you pay road tax there too (after refund from old state). Avoid this with BH series registration if eligible (transferable employees).
Road tax for diesel vs petrol?+
Diesel often charged 2-5% higher road tax than petrol (pollution penalty). Some states have special cess on diesel. EVs and CNG get reductions or exemptions.
What if I dont pay road tax?+
Driving without paid road tax: Rs 5,000-10,000 fine + vehicle seizure. After 15 years, vehicle without renewal is illegal. Renew via Parivahan portal or RTO immediately.