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Road Tax in Uttar Pradesh
All vehicle owners have to pay the Uttar Pradesh road tax to register and legally drive their vehicles. Private two-wheelers and four-wheelers have a life-time tax valid for 15 years, and transport vehicle owners pay an annual/quarterly road tax. Read on to know how you can calculate and pay the Uttar Pradesh road tax, and the penalties for non-payment.
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How is Road Tax Calculated in Uttar Pradesh?
These are the factors on which the UP road tax amount is calculated:
- Vehicle Type: Two-wheelers, four-wheelers, or transport vehicles.
- Vehicle Cost: Based on the ex-showroom price.
- Fuel Type: Different rates may apply to Petrol, Diesel, or CNG vehicles.
- Usage: Private vs. Commercial.
- Seating Capacity: Specifically for buses and passenger transport.
- Unladen Weight: Used for goods vehicles.
Road Tax in Uttar Pradesh for Four-Wheelers
The road tax for private cars and SUVs in UP is calculated based on the vehicle's price as per the following table:
| Vehicle Cost (Ex-Showroom) | One-Time Tax Rate (15 Years) | Applicable Period |
| Up to INR 10 Lakh (Non-AC) | 8% of vehicle cost | 15 Years |
| Up to INR 10 Lakh (AC) | 9% of vehicle cost | 15 Years |
| Above INR 10 Lakh | 11% of vehicle cost | 15 Years |
Disclaimer: The UP road tax amount tabulated above is only for the reference of the reader. You must check the official website of the Department of Transport, Uttar Pradesh, for the latest notifications/updates.
Road Tax in Uttar Pradesh for Two-Wheelers and Three-Wheelers
For two-wheelers, Uttar Pradesh follows a simple percentage-based structure based on the cost of the vehicle, as shown below:
| Vehicle Cost (Ex-Showroom) | One-Time Tax Rate (15 Years) | Applicable Period |
| Up to INR 0.40 Lakh | 7% of vehicle cost | 15 Years |
| Above INR 0.40 Lakh | 9% of vehicle cost | 15 Years |
Disclaimer: The UP road tax amount tabulated above is only for reference of the reader. You must check the official website of the Department of Transport, Uttar Pradesh, for the latest notifications/updates.
Uttar Pradesh Road Tax for Commercial Vehicles
Commercial vehicles are required to pay taxes quarterly, annually, or on a one-time basis, depending on their category.
Passenger Transport Vehicles
| Vehicle Type | Road Tax Amount | Category |
| Commercial Two-Wheelers | One-time tax of 12.5% of the vehicle’s cost | Passenger Transport |
| Three-Wheelers | One-time tax of 7% of the vehicle’s cost | Passenger Transport |
| Taxi / Maxi Cab (Up to INR 10 Lakhs) | One-time tax of 10% of the vehicle’s cost | Passenger Transport |
| Taxi / Maxi Cab (Above INR 10 Lakhs) | One-time tax of 12.5% of the vehicle’s cost | Passenger Transport |
| Public Service Vehicles (State Transport) | INR 58 per seat/quarterly or INR 230 per seat/annually | Passenger Transport |
Goods Carrying Vehicles
Goods vehicles in Uttar Pradesh are taxed based on their gross vehicle weight (GVW).
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Annual Rate of Tax |
| Up to 3,000 kgs | One-time tax of 3% of the vehicle’s cost |
| 3,001 kgs to 7,500 kgs | One-time tax of 6% of the vehicle’s cost |
| Above 7,500 kgs | INR 242 per metric tonne/quarterly or INR 893 per metric tonne/yearly |
Disclaimer: The UP road tax amount tabulated above is only for the reference of the reader. You must check the official website of the Department of Transport, Uttar Pradesh, for the latest notifications/updates.
How to Pay Uttar Pradesh Road Tax Online?
The online provision to pay your Uttar Pradesh road tax is available on Parivahan Sewa. Use the steps given below to pay your UP road tax online:
- Visit the Parivahan Sewa official website.
- Select 'Vehicle Related Services' from the 'Online Services' menu.
- Tap on 'Uttar Pradesh' as your state.
- Insert your vehicle registration number and click 'Proceed'.
- Select the 'Pay Your Tax' option.
- Check your details and type in the mobile number for OTP.
- Choose your tax mode (Yearly/Quarterly/Lifetime) and complete the road tax payment.
- Download the e-receipt for your records.
How to Pay Uttar Pradesh Road Tax Offline?
This is the offline process of paying the Uttar Pradesh road tax offline:
- Visit the nearest Regional Transport Office (RTO).
- Fill out the required road tax form.
- Provide a copy of the Registration Certificate (RC), valid Insurance, and any other documents that might be required.
- Submit the amount for road tax at the dedicated tax counter.
- Ask for the receipt or get the payment updated in your vehicle RC.
Penalties for Late or Non-Payment of Uttar Pradesh Road Tax
A delay in or not paying the Uttar Pradesh road tax payment within the specified time period leads to a penalty of up to 100% of the due tax amount. Motor vehicles are not allowed to be operated within the state without paying the road tax amount and any pending arrears.
Frequently asked question
Yes, according to the current UP EV Policy, the government offers a 100% road tax amount exemption for electric vehicles purchased and registered in Uttar Pradesh for a limited period (valid until 2025-2027, depending on the target quota).
The road tax in Uttar Pradesh depends on several aspects of a vehicle, including its age, gross vehicle weight (for goods carrying vehicles), seating capacity (passenger vehicles), etc. For example, 9% of the ex-showroom cost of a vehicle is charged as road tax for an air-conditioned four-wheeler with a purchase price of up to INR 10 lakhs.
You have to pay the UP road tax at the time of vehicle registration. It is usually required when purchasing a new car or transferring vehicle registration to UP from another state. But passenger and goods carrying vehicles are taxed on an annual/quarterly basis.
The road tax figure for a two-wheeler in UP is considered as per its ex-showroom value. To provide an example, a two-wheeler costing above INR 40,000 is taxed at 9% of its ex-showroom price.
For used cars, the tax is already paid for 15 years. You only need to pay a nominal transfer fee. However, if the car is older than 15 years, you must pay a Green Tax and a Registration Renewal fee every 5 years.
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