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Road Tax in Tamil Nadu
You must pay the Tamil Nadu road tax for the registration of vehicles in the state. While it is charged on a one-time basis for most private and non-transport vehicles, commercial vehicle owners must pay the road tax quarterly/annually. Continue reading to know more about road tax in Tamil Nadu and penalties for late or delayed payment.
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How is Tamil Nadu Road Tax Calculated?
The Tamil Nadu Transport Department determines the applicable road tax based on several given parameters:
- Vehicle Cost: Road tax is based on the ex-showroom price of the vehicle.
- Vehicle Type: Different road tax for two-wheelers, four-wheelers, and transport vehicles.
- Fuel Type: Petrol/CNG/Diesel.
- Seating Capacity: Considered for passenger-carrying commercial vehicles.
- Unladen Weight/Gross Vehicle Weight: For goods-carrying and construction vehicles.
- Vehicle Age: Depreciation slabs apply for vehicles being re-registered from other states.
Road Tax in Tamil Nadu for Four-Wheelers
Tamil Nadu collects a Life Time Tax (LTT) at the time of registration. Check the table below to know the Tamil Nadu road tax:
| Vehicle Cost (Ex-Showroom) | Road Tax Rate |
| Up to INR 5 Lakhs | 12% of the cost of the vehicle |
| Above INR 5 Lakhs to 10 Lakhs | 13% of the cost of the vehicle |
| Above INR 10 Lakhs to 20 Lakhs | 18% of the cost of the vehicle |
| Above INR 20 Lakhs | 20% of the cost of the vehicle |
Disclaimer: The road tax given in the table above is subject to change without prior notice. You must always check the official website of the Tamil Nadu Transport Department for the latest notifications.
Road Tax in Tamil Nadu for Two-Wheelers
Road tax for two-wheelers in Tamil Nadu is also a one-time payment based on the vehicle's cost, which is mentioned below:
| Vehicle Cost (Ex-Showroom) | Road Tax Rate |
| Up to INR 1 Lakh | 10% of the cost of the vehicle |
| Above INR 1 Lakh | 12% of the cost of the vehicle |
Disclaimer: The road tax slabs given in the table above are subject to change without prior notice. You must always check the official website of the Tamil Nadu Transport Department for the latest notifications and updated figures.
Road Tax in Tamil Nadu for Commercial Vehicles
Commercial vehicles in Tamil Nadu are typically subject to quarterly or annual tax payments, depending on the permit and vehicle class. Check the sections below
Passenger Carrying Vehicles
Passenger-carrying vehicles are taxed based on their seating capacity and permit type (Stage Carriage, Contract Carriage, etc.). Here is the road tax for passenger-carrying vehicles in Tamil Nadu:
| Vehicle Cost/Seating Capacity | Road Tax Rate |
| Tourist Taxi and Maxicab | |
| Up to INR 5 Lakhs | 12% of the cost of the vehicle |
| Above INR 5 Lakhs to 10 Lakhs | 13% of the cost of the vehicle |
| Above INR 10 Lakhs to 20 Lakhs | 18% of the cost of the vehicle |
| Above INR 20 Lakhs | 20% of the cost of the vehicle |
| Contract Carriage | |
| Up to 36 seats | INR 4,900 per quarter |
| More than 36 seats | INR 3,000 per quarter |
Goods Carrying Vehicles
The tax for goods-carrying vehicles is based on their Registered Laden Weight (RLW) and is listed below:
| Registered Laden Weight (RLW) | Quarterly Road Tax Rate |
| Up to 3,000 kgs | INR 600 |
| 3,001 kgs to 5,500 kgs | INR 950 |
| 5,501 kgs to 9,000 kgs | INR 1,500 |
| 9,001 kgs to 12,000 kgs | INR 1,900 |
| 12,001 kgs to 13,000 kgs | INR 2,100 |
| 13,001 kgs to 15,000 kgs | INR 2,500 |
| More than 15,000 kgs | INR 2,500 + INR 75 for every additional 250 kgs above 15,000 kgs |
Disclaimer: The road tax slabs given in the table above are subject to change without prior notice. You must always check the official website of the Tamil Nadu Transport Department for the latest notifications and updated figures.
How to Pay Tamil Nadu Road Tax Online?
The process for paying road tax in Tamil Nadu on the Vahan portal:
- Visit the Parivahan Sewa official website.
- Under the 'Online Services' tab, select 'Vehicle Related Services'.
- Select 'Tamil Nadu' from the state dropdown menu.
- Enter your vehicle registration number and proceed.
- Click on the 'Pay Your Tax' option.
- Provide the last five digits of the chassis number for verification.
- Choose the tax mode (Quarterly/Half-yearly/Annual/Life-time).
- Complete the payment using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- Download and save the digital tax receipt.
How to Pay Tamil Nadu Road Tax Offline?
Use the steps given below to pay Tamil Nadu road tax offline:
- Go to the local Regional Transport Office (RTO) where the vehicle is registered.
- Obtain and fill out the tax declaration forms.
- Submit the documents that are required for the vehicle you have.
- The RTO official will calculate the tax based on the vehicle's current age and weight.
- Pay the amount at the cash counter or via a Bank Challan.
- The tax token/receipt will be issued immediately.
Penalties for Late or Non-Payment of Tamil Nadu Road Tax
There is a penalty charged when you fail to settle the Tamil Nadu road tax amount within the dedicated timeline. The penalty can either be a maximum of twice the quarterly tax payable or half of the annual tax payment.
Frequently asked question
The road tax rate in Tamil Nadu is based on several factors, including the vehicle's age, usage type, registered laden weight, and more. For example, a tourist taxi costing up to INR 5 lakhs is taxed at 12% of its ex-showroom price.
You can pay the TN road tax amount online via the Parivahan Sewa portal or offline by going to your nearest RTO. You need to provide the vehicle details, required documents, and pay the TN road tax amount for vehicle registration.
If you do not pay the TN road tax, you will be charged a monthly interest of up to twice the quarterly tax or half the annual tax. Authorities can also take legal action if the road tax remains pending for a long time.
For private cars, the road tax is a specific percentage of the ex-showroom price. For example, for a car costing between INR 10 and 20 lakhs will have a road tax equal to 18% of the cost as a one-time lifetime tax.
Yes, for private cars and two-wheelers, the Life Time Tax (LTT) is paid once for a period of 15 years. After 15 years, a Green Tax and a re-registration fee will be charged.
For a new two-wheeler costing up to INR 1 lakh, the road tax is 10% of the cost, whereas for those costing above INR 1 lakh, the rate is 12%.
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