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Telangana is a newborn state in India, which was parted away from Andhra Pradesh. But the road tax is based on Andhra Pradesh Motor Vehicles Taxation Act of 1963. The state of Telangana consists of 16 National highways and the total length of the road is about 24,245 km. The road tax you pay is used for creating better roads and infrastructure. The tax you are supposed to pay is added to the cost of the new vehicle at the time of registration.
There are many factors considered while calculating the road tax of a vehicle. Some of the factors are - age of the vehicle, manufacturer, type of fuel, place of manufacture, seating capacity, the size of the vehicle, number of wheels, etc., are to be considered before determining the tax rates.
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The road tax for two-wheeler is based on the age of the vehicle.
The Vahan tax is as follows:
Age of Vehicle | One-time Tax Applicable |
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Brand new vehicle (first-time registration) | 9% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Vehicles registered for less than 2 years | 8% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 2 and 3 years | 7% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 3 and 4 years | 6% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 4 and 5 years | 5% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 5 and 6 years | 4% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 6 and 7 years | 3.5% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 7 and 8 years | 3% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 8 and 9 years | 2.5% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 9 and 10 years | 2% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 10 and 11 years | 1.5% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Above 11 years | 1% of the original cost of the vehicle |
The above-mentioned table is applicable to every two-wheeler in the state of Telangana including scooters.
The tax for four-wheelers are based on the age and pricing of the vehicle.
The Vahan tax is as follows:
Description of the Vehicle | One-time tax for vehicles under Rs 10,00,000 | One-time tax for vehicles above Rs 10,00,000 |
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Brand New vehicles | 12% of the original cost of the vehicle | 14% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Vehicles ageing less than 2 years | 11% of the original cost of the vehicle | 13% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 2 and 3 years | 10.5% of the original cost of the vehicle | 12.5% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 3 and 4 years | 10% of the original cost of the vehicle | 12% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 4 and 5 years | 9.5% of the original cost of the vehicle | 11.5% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 5 and 6 years | 9% of the original cost of the vehicle | 11% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 6 and 7 years | 8.5% of the original cost of the vehicle | 10.5% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 7 and 8 years | 8% of the original cost of the vehicle | 10% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 8 and 9 years | 7.5% of the original cost of the vehicle | 9.5% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 9 and 10 years | 7% of the original cost of the vehicle | 9% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 10 and 11 years | 6.5% of the original cost of the vehicle | 8.5% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Between 11 and 12 years | 6% of the original cost of the vehicle | 8% of the original cost of the vehicle |
Above 12 years | 5.5% of the original cost of the vehicle | 7.5% of the original cost of the vehicle |
You can pay the road tax at the nearest Regional Transport Office (RTO). The concern representative will give you a form, fill it and pay the tax applicable as per the category of vehicle. After the payment, the RTO will provide an acknowledgement document. Keep it safe for future references.
If a person owning a vehicle in the state of Telangana fails to pay the road tax, the concerned authorities will impose a penalty, which is the double of the tax.
A: The Telangana Road tax is based on the Andhra Pradesh Motor Vehicles Taxation Act of 1963.
A: The State Government levies road tax in Telangana.
A: Several factors, such as engine capacity, age of the vehicle, fuel type, price, and weight of the vehicle, are considered while calculating Telangana's road tax.
A: Yes, the age of the vehicle plays an essential role while calculating the road tax in Telangana. New vehicles usually have to pay higher road tax compared to older ones.
A: Yes, you can opt for the lifetime payment of road tax. In such a scenario, you will have to pay the tax amount as a lump sum, which will be applicable for the vehicle's entire operating time.
A: Yes, the tax is calculated based on the ex-showroom price of the vehicle.
A: The tax has been levied to maintain better the 16 national highways and the 24,245 kilometers of roads covering the state.
A: Yes, you will have to pay the penalty on the non-payment of road tax. The penalties levied can even result in the payment of double the tax.