Road Tax in Odisha

How is Road Tax Calculated in Odisha?

The Transport Department of Odisha calculates the road tax according to the following aspects of a vehicle:

• Vehicle Category: Two-wheelers, cars, and transport vehicles
• Cost of the Vehicle: Based on the ex-showroom price of the vehicle
• Seating Capacity: For passenger cars and buses
• Engine Capacity: Cubic Capacity (CC) for vehicles
• Vehicle Usage: Differential rates for private (Non-transport) and commercial (Transport) vehicles
• Fuel Type: Diesel/petrol/CNG
• Unladen/Laden Weight: For goods carriages and trucks

Road Tax in Odisha for Four-Wheelers

In Odisha, road tax for private cars/jeeps/omni buses is generally charged as a percentage of the vehicle's cost. The state follows a One-Time Tax (OTT) system valid for 15 years for private vehicles with a seating capacity of up to 12 people, excluding the driver. Check out the table below to know the road tax slabs in Odisha for four-wheelers:

Disclaimer: The Odisha road tax figures given in the table above are subject to change without prior notice. You must check the official Odisha Transport Department’s portal for the latest notifications.

Road Tax in Odisha for Two-Wheelers

Two-wheelers in Odisha are subject to a lifetime tax (15 years) paid at the time of initial registration. The rate is primarily determined by the invoice price of the bike.

Disclaimer: The Odisha road tax figures given in the table above are subject to change without prior notice. You must check the official Odisha Transport Department’s portal for the latest statutory notifications.

Road Tax in Odisha for Commercial Vehicles

Commercial or transport vehicles in Odisha pay tax based on their utility and weight capacity. These are often paid on an annual basis and are calculated based on the following:

Passenger Transport Vehicles

The road tax for passenger transport vehicles in Odisha depends on the number of seats and the type of permit (Stage Carriage vs. Contract Carriage) and is given below:

Goods Carrying Vehicles

Odisha road tax for trucks and trailers is calculated based on the Registered Laden Weight (RLW) of the vehicle and is as per the following table:

Disclaimer: The Odisha road tax figures given in the table above are subject to change without prior notice. You must check the official Odisha Transport Department’s portal for the latest notifications.

How to Pay Odisha Road Tax Online?

The following are the steps that you can use to pay Odisha road tax online:

• Access the official Parivahan Sewa website
• Under the 'Online Services' tab, select 'Vehicle Related Services'.
• Select your state, 'Odisha', from the list presented.
• Enter your vehicles' registration numbers along with your respective R.T.O.
• Press the button labelled 'Pay Your Road Tax'.
• To validate your vehicle, you must enter the last 5 digits from the VIN number.
• Next, choose from one of the available payment periods, i.e., Quarterly, Yearly, or Single and make the payment as per your preferred payment mode.
• After successful payment, download and save the e-receipt for future reference.

How to Pay Odisha Road Tax Offline?

Take a look at the steps below to pay Odisha road tax offline at the Regional Transport Office (RTO):

• Go to the RTO where your vehicle is registered.
• Ask for the form to pay Odisha road tax.
• Fill in the vehicle details, and attach copies of the required vehicle documents.
• Submit the completed form at the designated tax counter and pay the amount via available payment modes.
• Ask for the tax receipt/bill of the payment made.

Penalties for Late or Non-Payment of Odisha Road Tax

The penalty charged for a late or delayed road tax payment in Odisha is based on how long your road tax payment is delayed. The penalty is from 25% to 100% of the road tax amount that is still due.

• If the payment is made within 15 days after the grace period, a penalty of 25% of the tax, along with the applicable additional tax, will be charged.
• If the payment is made after 15 days but within 1 month after the grace period, a penalty of 50% of the tax, along with the applicable additional tax, will be charged.
• If the payment is made after 1 month but within 2 months after the grace period, a penalty equal to 100% of the tax, along with the applicable additional tax, will be charged.