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Road Tax in Uttarakhand
It is compulsory for all vehicle owners to pay road tax in Uttarakhand. It is collected by the Uttarakhand Transport Department at the time of registration. In Uttarakhand, private (non-commercial) vehicles usually pay a one-time lifetime tax (valid for 15 years), while commercial or transport vehicles are taxed on a periodic (annual or quarterly) basis.
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How is Road Tax Calculated in Uttarakhand?
The following aspects are considered to calculate the Uttarakhand road tax:
- Vehicle Category: Two-wheelers, four-wheelers, or transport vehicles.
- Vehicle's Cost: It is based on the ex-showroom price.
- Seating Capacity: Used generally for passenger buses, taxis, and maxi cabs.
- Unladen Weight: For vehicles that carry goods.
- Use of Vehicle: Private or Transport.
- Vehicle age: It is used to determine the tax amount for the vehicle registration transfer application.
Road Tax in Uttarakhand for Four-Wheelers (Private)
The road tax is a one-time payment valid for 15 years for private cars and SUVs. It is calculated as per the cost of the vehicle as mentioned in the table below:
| Cost of the Vehicle | Road Tax Rate (One-time) |
| Up to INR 10 Lakhs | 6% of the cost of the vehicle |
| Above INR 10 Lakhs | 8% of the cost of the vehicle |
Disclaimer: The figures tabulated above are subject to change without prior notice. You must check the latest figures on the official Uttarakhand Transport Department’s website.
Road Tax in Uttarakhand for Two-Wheelers
Owners pay a one-time tax for 15 years, depending on the ex-showroom price of their two-wheeler.
| Cost of the Vehicle | Road Tax Rate (One-time) |
| Up to INR 10 Lakhs | 6% of the cost of the vehicle |
| Above INR 10 Lakhs | 8% of the cost of the vehicle |
Disclaimer: The figures tabulated above are subject to change without prior notice. You must check the updated figures on the official Uttarakhand Transport Department’s website.
Uttarakhand Road Tax for Commercial Vehicles
The road tax on transport vehicles is generally calculated according to their seating capacity or unladen weight (ULD), payable quarterly or annually.
Passenger Transport Vehicles (Taxis & Buses)
| Seating Capacity | Quarterly Road Tax (Per Seat) | Annual Road Tax (Per Seat) | One-Time Road Tax (Per Seat) |
| Auto-rickshaw (3-seater) | NA | INR 730 | INR 10,000 |
| Motor cab | INR 430 | INR 1,700 | NA |
| Maxi cab | INR 510 | INR 1,900 | NA |
| Educational institution buses | INR 90 | INR 320 | NA |
| Contract carriage with more than 12 seats | INR 300 | INR 1,100 | NA |
Goods Carrying Vehicles
The road tax on goods vehicles in Uttarakhand is charged based on their unladen weight (ULD).
| Unladen Weight (ULD) | Quarterly Tax Rate | Annual Tax Rate | One-Time Tax Rate |
| Up to 3,000 kgs (for each metric tonne or part thereof) | NA | INR 1,000 | INR 10,000 |
| More than 3,000 kgs (for each metric tonne or part thereof) | INR 230 | INR 850 | NA |
Disclaimer: The figures tabulated above are subject to change without prior notice. You must check the updated figures on the official Uttarakhand Transport Department’s website.
How to Pay Uttarakhand Road Tax Online?
You can pay the Uttarakhand road tax online by visiting the Parivahan Sewa using the steps mentioned below:
- Go to the official Parivahan Sewa portal.
- Under 'Online Services' menu, select 'Vehicle Related Services'.
- Choose 'Uttarakhand' as the state.
- Type in your vehicle registration details and click 'Proceed'.
- Tap on the 'Pay Your Tax' tab.
- Enter details (Mobile/OTP) and make the Uttarakhand road tax payment via net banking or UPI.
How to Pay Uttarakhand Road Tax Offline?
If you prefer to make the payment offline at the Regional Transport Office (RTO), check the steps given below:
- Go to your nearest RTO.
- Fill out the specified road tax declaration form.
- Submit the form with the vehicle documents (RC, Insurance, Fitness) that the Uttarakhand RTO requires.
- Pay the total tax amount at the cash counter.
- Collect the physical tax receipt and ensure the tax details are updated in your RC.
Penalties for Late or Non-Payment of Uttarakhand Road Tax
In case of non-payment of Uttarakhand road tax within the time period that is specified, a penalty is imposed at a rate of 5% of the due tax amount per month or part thereof.
Frequently asked question
The road tax in Uttarakhand is calculated based on the vehicle's purchase value for private vehicles (6% to 8%) and its weight or seating capacity for commercial vehicles. For instance, a private car costing INR 8 lakhs would have 6% of its ex-showroom price as the one-time tax.
The penalty for delaying or not paying the road tax in Uttarakhand is 5% of the due tax amount per month. Further delays can also lead to vehicle seizure by the authorities.
Yes, Uttarakhand offers road tax exemption for electric vehicles (EVs). This means EV owners in the state are not required to pay road tax.
The road tax is calculated based on several aspects of a vehicle, including its age, fuel type, seating capacity, engine capacity, and more. For example, an ordinary bus with more than 12 seats is charged at INR 300 per seat on a quarterly basis.
You can pay road tax in Uttarakhand either online through the Parivahan Sewa portal or offline through the nearest RTO. You must go to the specific section/department for road tax, submit your documents with road tax form, and pay the required UK road tax amount.
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