VAHAN 4.0

VAHAN 4.0 portal offers vehicle-related services like permit, insurance, and registration. It helps the Transport Department manage registration activities. Launched in 2002 and expanded nationwide in 2006, it operates under the National eGovernance Program as a Mission Mode Project (MMP).

Updated On - 07 Sep 2025

What is VAHAN 4.0?

Vahan 4.0 is the government portal that automates the procedures provided under VAHAN, such as vehicle fitness, tax payment, registration, permits, and enforcement. All the vehicle-related benefits can be availed at this website and were conceptualized to capture state MVR mandate and CMVE functionalities.

Benefits of vahan 4.0

Benefits of VAHAN 4.0

The following are the benefits of VAHAN 4.0:

  1. VAHAN 4.0 is an eco-friendly process as it avoids physical paperwork
  1. Provides real-time updates on application and speeds up the processing time, thereby ensuring transparency
  1. Provides easy access to all the information about vehicle
  1. Provides convenient, safe, and more regulated transportation ecosystem, thereby ensuring that the vehicle owner adheres to the legal requirements while saving time and effort

Services Offered on VAHAN 4.0 Portal

The following are the services offered by VAHAN 4.0:

  1. Vehicle registration including renewal of registration and address change
  2. Ownership transfer
  3. Tax payment including tax calculation and payment
  4. Fitness certificate including issuing new certificate and renewal
  5. Modification of vehicle
  1. Issuing and renewal of Interstate and National permit
  2. Addition and termination of hypothecation
  3. Check-post solution
  4. Issue of challan and settlement of penalty

Types of Registration Certificates Available on VAHAN 4.0

Here are the different types of registration certificates available under VAHAN:

  1. VAHAN 4.0 Temporary Registration Certificate
  2. Permanent Registration Certificate in VAHAN 4.0

How to Update Mobile Number in VAHAN 4.0?

The following are the steps to update mobile number in VAHAN 4.0:

  1. Visit the official website of VAHAN 4.0
  2. Click on the ‘Update Mobile Number’ option on the homepage
  3. Click on ‘Yes’ when message ‘Do you want to proceed?’ pops up
  4. Enter the registration number, engine number, and chassis number
  5. If information entered are correct, then click on ‘Show details’
  1. New page will appear with updated details 

Note: If you want to re-enter the details, then click on ‘Reset’.

How to Login to VAHAN 4.0?

Here are the steps to log into the VAHAN 4.0 portal:

  1. Visit to the login page of VAHAN 4.0
  2. Enter your user ID and password
  3. Enter the verification code displayed on the screen
  4. To log into the portal, click on the ‘Login’ tab

How to Check Application Status in VAHAN 4.0?

The following are the steps to check the application status in VAHAN 4.0:

  1. Visit the VAHAN 4.0 portal
  2. Log into the portal using your credentials
  3. Navigate to the application status page
  4. Enter your application number or vehicle registration number
  5. Enter the captcha code displayed on the screen
  6. Click on ‘Submit’ button to check the application status

FAQs on VAHAN 4.0

  • What is VAHAN used for?

    VAHAN 4.0 is used for vehicle registration, and other processes related to taxation, compliance, permits, and other, thereby making the entire process streamlined and efficient for both transport authorities and vehicle owners.

  • How can I change my mobile number to VAHAN 4.0?

    To change your mobile number to VAHAN 4.0, navigate to the update section after logging into the portal. Complete the verification process and update your new number on the portal.

  • What are the information is available at VAHAN 4.0 portal?

    Vehicle owners can find various vehicle-related information at this government website, such as manufacturer name, fuel type, chassis or engine number, colour, model, and various other online services. 

  • How can I pay my VAHAN tax through online mode?

    Add your vehicle number to VAHAN 4.0 and visit the payment gateway through their tax payment option to pay road tax for your vehicle.  

  • How can I find the owner of a vehicle number?

    You can find the owner of the vehicle through the vehicle number by sending an SMS from registered mobile number to 7738299899. Type VAHAN<space>registration number and the message to find the owner. 

  • How can I download RC from the Vahan portal?

    To download the RC from VAHAN portal, individuals need to login using their credential and click on ‘Online service’ option. Click on ‘Issued duplicate RC' and enter a few details such as chassis number and engine number to generate OTO. Fill in other details such as service details, insurance details, etc., and click on ‘Continue’ button to proceed to the payment gateway. Complete the required procedures as mentioned to download the vehicle RC.

  • How is vehicle tax calculated?

    The road tax imposed on any vehicle is calculated depending upon the age of the vehicle and the cost of the vehicle. 

  • How much is road tax in India?

    The road tax depends upon the age of the vehicle in India and ranges between 6.00% and 10.00% of the cost of the vehicle which should be less than Rs.10 lakh. For new vehicle, vehicle age between 4 years to 5 years, 9 years to 10 years, and more than 11 years the road tax charged are 10%, 7.75%, 6.50%, and 6.00%, respectively

  • What happens if road tax is not paid?

    If road tax is not paid on time, then, the vehicle may get blacklisted, financial penalties may be levied, and in worst scenarios legal action may be taken against the vehicle. 

  • How to register at VAHAN portal?

    To register your vehicle at VAHAN portal, first visit the official website vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahaneservice/ and click on ‘Register’. Enter all the required details such as full name, email I, state name, captcha code, and click on ‘Register’ button. A message will pop up confirming successful registration. Enter the one-time password received on email and enter the password twice and click on change password to complete the registration process.

  • What does active blacklist status in VAHAN means?

    Blacklist status in VAHAN means that the particular vehicle has been flagged for misuse or violation of any rules. Active blacklist status affects various vehicle related transactions and permits.

  • How to find vehicle number on VAHAN 4.0?

    Visit the VAHAN 4.0 portal and create an account to find vehicle number on the portal. Click on ‘Know Your Vehicle Details’ option and then enter the vehicle registration number after which vehicle information can be accessed, such as owner details, registration status, and other.

  • How to pay online taxes through VAHAN 4.0?

    To pay online taxes through VAHAN 4.0, visit the official website of Parivahan and navigate to the ‘Vehicle Related Services’ option under ‘Online Services’. Select the RTO after entering the vehicle registration number and click on ‘Proceed’. To complete the payment process, use either credit or debit card and download the receipt after payment.

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