Road Tax in Uttar Pradesh

The Uttar Pradesh Motor automobiles Taxation Act, 1997 specifies the road tax rules that must be followed by any person and organisation in the state of Uttar Pradesh that owns automobiles.

The numerous facets of road tax, including its imposition, fines, tax refunds, and related laws, are thoroughly covered under this act.

Updated On - 05 Sep 2025

The Road Transport Authority (RTA) or the Road Transport Corporation (RTC) in a certain state, such as Uttar Pradesh, is in charge of the collection and assessment of road taxes from private and commercial vehicle owners whose cars are registered in that state.

According to Section 22 of the Uttar Pradesh Motor Vehicles Taxation Act 1997, an officer nominated by the State Government has the power to either seize the vehicle or call the police for further action if they find out that a vehicle is being operated without the required payment of taxes.

How is the Tax Calculated in Uttar Pradesh?

Road tax is calculated based on several factors such as:

  1. Type of Vehicle(two wheeler, four wheeler)
  2. Purpose of use (personal, transportation of goods)
  3. Model of The Vehicle
  4. Seating Capacity
  5.  Engine Capacity
  6. The ex-showroom price of the vehicle

As per section 3 of Uttar Pradesh motor vehicle taxation Act 1962 every vehicle owner has to pay road tax at the time of registration of his vehicle and thereafter as per rule formed there under.

Road Tax for Two-Wheelers in Uttar Pradesh

Given below is the payable road tax for 2 wheelers in Uttar Pradesh (yearly)

Type of Passenger Vehicles

Amount in Rs./year

Moped having unladen weight not exceeding 90.72 Kg

Rs.150

Two-wheeled motor vehicle of the value up o Rs.0.20 lakh

2% of the value of the vehicle

Two-wheeled motor vehicle of the value of above Rs.0.20 lakh and upto Rs.0.60 lakh

4% of the value of the vehicle

Two-wheeled motor vehicle of the value of above Rs.0.60 lakh and upto Rs.2 lakh

6% of the value of the vehicle

Two-wheeled motor vehicle of the value exceeding Rs.2 lakh

8% of the value of the vehicle

Road Tax for Four-Wheelers in Uttar Pradesh

The road tax levied on four-wheelers depends on the make, model, seating capacity, age and many other factors.

Given below is the road tax levied on cars and other four wheeler vehicles in Uttar Pradesh (Capital City: Lucknow - Popular City: Allahabad).

Type of Passenger Vehicles

Amount as per Year

Car of the value of upto Rs.6.00 lakh

3% of the value of the car.

Car of the value of above Rs.6 lakh and upto Rs.10 lakh

6% of the value of the car

Car of the value of above Rs.10 lakh and upto Rs. 20 lakh

8% of the value of the car

Car of the value exceeding Rs.20 lakh

9% of the value of the car

Road Tax for Goods Vehicles in Uttar Pradesh

Given below is the road tax imposed on goods vehicles in Uttar Pradesh

Loading Capacity of Goods Vehicles

Road Tax in Rs./Year

Does not exceed 1 Tonne

665.00

Exceeds 1 Tonne but does not exceed 2 Tonne

940.00

Exceeds 2 Tonne but does not exceed 4 Tonne

1,430.00

Exceeds 4 Tonne but does not exceed 6 Tonne

1,915.00

Exceeds 6 Tonne but does not exceed 8 Tonne

2,375.00

Exceeds 8 Tonne but does not exceed 9 Tonne

2,865.00

Exceeds 9 Tonne but does not exceed 10 Tonne

3,320.00

More than 10 Tonne

3,320.00+ @Rs.470/-per Tonne

Uttar Pradesh Road Tax for Three-Wheeler Vehicle

Given below is the road tax imposed on three-wheeler vehicles in Uttar Pradesh:

Type of vehicle

Base of taxation levied

Frequency of tax payment

Rate at which Tax is to be paid

Passenger

Seating Capacity (under 12)

Annual 

Rs.600 per Seat

Passenger

Seating Capacity (under 12)

One Time (optional)

Rs.5400 per Seat 

Goods

Gross Vehicle Weight

Annual

Rs.850 per Tonne or part thereof or Rs.7,600 per Tonne or part thereof

Goods

Gross Vehicle Weight

One Time(optional)

Rs.7,600 per Tonne or part thereof

Uttar Pradesh Road Tax for Other-State Registered Vehicles

If other state’s vehicles are found being driven in the state of Uttar Pradesh, then they will be charged applicable road tax by the Government of Uttar Pradesh as well. Given below are the road tax that different vehicles from other states will have to pay if being driven in Uttar Pradesh:

Type of vehicle

Frequency of tax payment

Rate at which Tax is to be paid

Light Goods Vehicles

Number of operating days in Uttar Pradesh

Rs.50 per day

Medium Goods Vehicles

Number of operating days in Uttar Pradesh

Rs.75 per day

Heavy Goods Vehicles

Tax on a monthly basis = 12 days if deposited

Rs.100 per day

Non-AC Vehicles (Public service vehicles)

Tax on a monthly basis = 12 days if deposited

Rs.20 per day

AC Vehicles (Public service vehicles)

Tax on a quarterly basis = 30 days if deposited

Rs.30 per day

How to Pay UP Road Tax Online?

Uttar Pradesh road tax

For Private vehicles, the vehicle owner can deposit the road tax at the time of registration at Uttar Pradesh Zonal Registration office. It is a one-time payment.

Given below are the steps you will have to follow to pay your Uttar Pradesh Road Tax online:

  1. Visit the Parivahan website.
  2. In the next step, enter your vehicle’s registration number.
  3. From the drop-down menu, under ‘State’ select ‘Uttar Pradesh’.
  4. Choose the RTO and click on ‘Proceed’.
  5. Under ‘RC Related Services’, you will find the option ‘Pay Your Tax’. Once you click on the option, the payable amount will be displayed on your screen.
  1. Proceed to make the payment using any payment mode of your choice – Net Banking, UPI, credit card, or debit card.
  2. Once the payment is successful, you will receive the acknowledgment receipt in your email. You can also download the receipt from the Parivahan website.

You can also pay your Uttar Pradesh Road tax offline by visiting the nearest RTO in Uttar Pradesh.

What are the penalties for non-payment of Road Tax in the state of Uttar Pradesh?

All Indian states, including Uttar Pradesh, have laws against failing to pay road taxes. 

The Uttar Pradesh Transport Department will charge an additional 4% of the relevant road tax amount each month if it is not paid. It's vital to remember that this fine cannot be greater than double the amount of the initial road tax. Furthermore, a yearly fine equal to one-tenth of the tax amount will be assessed if the lifetime road tax is not paid.

Conclusion

In Uttar Pradesh, paying road tax is not only required by law, but it also makes a significant contribution to the improvement of the infrastructure and roads in the state. Vehicle owners have the choice of completing this requirement by using the Parivahan website or by going to the Regional Transport Office (RTO) that is closest to them. The vehicle owners may face severe fines and penalties for failing to pay road tax.

FAQs on Uttar Pradesh Road Tax

  • What does UP's green tax entail?

    Private or non-transportation cars will be required to pay 10% of the owed tax as a green tax when their registration is renewed.

  • What is the Uttar Pradesh one-time road tax?

    In Uttar Pradesh, a 12-seater three-wheeler is subject to an annual road tax of Rs. 600 per seat. However, the price per seat will be Rs.5,400 if you want to pay the tax in a single instalment.

  • What is the admission fee for tourist cars in Uttar Pradesh?

    Tourist taxis entering Uttar Pradesh from other states are required to pay a road tax of Rs.436 for a stay of up to three days. This replaces the earlier quarterly tax of Rs.630, making short-term entry more cost-effective for operators.

  • Can I pay my Uttar Pradesh road tax offline?

    Yes, you can pay road tax in Uttar Pradesh offline by visiting the relevant RTO office with all necessary documentation.

  • Is it possible to pay road tax in Uttar Pradesh on an annual basis?

      Yes, you can pay road tax for commercial or passenger vehicles monthly, annually, or semi-annually. Non-commercial or private cars, on the other hand, must only pay road tax once. 

  • Is the road tax the same across all Indian states?

    No, road tax differs from one state to another as each state has its own set of rules and regulations. 

  • Can I pay road tax in Uttar Pradesh online?

    Yes, you can pay road tax in Uttar Pradesh online. 

  • How is road tax calculated in Uttar Pradesh?

    In Uttar Pradesh, road tax is calculated based on the vehicle’s seating capacity, age, category, engine capacity, and purpose of use. 

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