Road Tax in Bangalore

1. Commercial vehicle operators.

1. Both two-wheeler and four-wheeler owners.

How is Road Tax Calculated in Bangalore?

The road tax depends on government decisions and Karnataka State Government determines road tax using the following parameters:

1. Vehicle Cost (Ex-showroom price)

1. Engine Capacity (cc)

1. Vehicle Type (private or commercial)

1. Vehicle Age (new or old)

1. Fuel Type (petrol, diesel, electric)

1. Engine type

1. Brand and model of the vehicle

1. Unladen weight of the vehicle

Note: It is recommended to check the official website of Karnataka Transport Department or the Parivahan portal for the latest road tax details in Karnataka.

How to Calculate Road Tax in Bangalore for Vehicles Registered in Other State?

To calculate road tax in Bangalore for vehicles registered in other state, here the rules to be followed:

1. Use of out-of-state vehicles in Bangalore (first 30 days): No transfer or additional procedure is required.

1. Stay between 30 days and 11 months: Re-registration is not required, and you only need to apply for a change of address.

1. Stay beyond 12 months: Re-register the vehicle in Karnataka and pay the applicable road tax.

Bangalore Road Tax Rates (2026)

The details of road tax rates applicable in Bangalore are given in the table below:

Two Wheelers

The details of road tax in Bangalore for two-wheelers are given in the table below:

Already Registered Two-Wheelers (Tax as % of Lifetime Tax Under Clause A)

Three Wheelers

The details of road tax in Bangalore for three-wheelers are given in the table below:

Four Wheelers

The details of road tax in Bangalore for four-wheelers are given in the table below:

Percentage of the lifetime tax levied under Clause A (for all)

Tractors, Trailers, and Power Tiller-Trailers

The details of road tax in Bangalore for two-wheelers are given in the table below:

How to Pay Road Tax in Bangalore?

You can pay road tax in Bangalore via both online and offline mode and more details about the procedure are mentioned below:

Online Payment Process

The steps to pay road tax online in Bangalore are mentioned below:

1. Visit the Parivahan website.

1. Enter your vehicle registration number.

1. Navigate to ‘Online Services’.

1. Select ‘Pay Vehicle Tax’.

1. Enter the last five digits of your vehicle’s chassis number.

1. Click ‘Validate Regn_no/Chasi_no’.

1. Choose ‘Generate OTP’, and then enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.

1. Provide your motor insurance details.

1. Review all information and proceed to pay the applicable tax using your preferred online payment method.

Offline Payment Process

1. Visit the RTO where your vehicle is registered.

1. Fill in the road tax payment form and make sure that all details are accurate.

1. Submit the form at the designated counter.

1. Make the tax payment via cash or any accepted payment method.

1. Obtain the payment receipt for your records.

1. For specific documents, check with the RTO as they may differ from other cities.

Penalty for Non-Payment of Road Tax

The details about the penalties charged on non-payment of road tax of Bangalore:

1. One year grace period is provided by the Karnataka government on tax payment thereby allowing use of vehicles during this time without charging any penalty.

1. Penalty is charged if tax remains unpaid after the grace period.

1. No interest is incurred if payments are made within the typical 30-day delay period.

1. The vehicle will be impounded until dues are cleared if non-payment of tax continues.

RTO Offices in Bangalore

The list of major RTO offices including name, code and address is given in the table below: