Tripura Road Tax

Road transport is one of the most commonly used modes of commute in Tripura. To ensure that the roads are always maintained in a good condition, the government levies road tax - utilizing the proceeds for the upkeep and development of public roads.

The Tripura Transport Department acts as a regulatory authority for the movement of vehicles in the state. The responsibilities concerning the levying and administration of road tax in the state is vested with the Tripura Transport Department.

Calculating Road Tax in Tripura

In Tripura, the road tax rates are determined by taking into account a number of factors. This includes seating capacity, engine capacity, the unladen weight of the vehicle, type of vehicle used and cost price of the vehicle, among other factors.

Tripura Road Tax Rates

Schedule II - One-Time Tax Payable

A. Two Wheelers

Particulars of the vehicle	Price/Cost of the vehicle	One Time Tax Payable For 15 Years
Motorcycles, scooter, scootys (both with gear and without gear) for personal use of owner	Price up to Rs. 1 lakh	5% of the original price of the vehicle
Motorcycles, scooter, scootys (both with gear and without gear) for personal use of owner	Price more than Rs. 1 lakh	8% of the original price of the vehicle

(B) Four Wheelers (Non-Transport)

Particulars of the vehicle	Price/Cost of the vehicle	One Time Tax Payable For 15 Years
Four wheelers of personal use of owner	Price up to Rs. 6 lakhs	6% of the original price of the vehicle
Four wheelers of personal use of owner	Price more than Rs. 6 lakhs and up to Rs. 10 lakhs	7% of the original price of the vehicle
Four wheelers of personal use of owner	Price more than Rs. 10 lakhs	8% of the original price of the vehicle

Road tax payable for old vehicles is 50% of one-time tax for 5 years. For vehicles from other states that have to be assigned to the state of Tripura, the rate will be 100% above the road tax for the same vehicle category for every 5 years.

Schedule I - Tax payable for the year

(A) Contract Carriage (Passenger) Vehicles

Particulars of the vehicle	Rate of Tax for One Year
For all categories of contract carriage (passenger) vehicles	Rs. 90 per seat

(B) Stage Carriage (Passenger) Vehicles

Particulars of the vehicle	Rate of Tax for One Year
For all categories of stage carriage (passenger) vehicles	Rs. 70 per seat

(C) Tourist Vehicles

Particulars of the vehicle	Rate of Tax for One Year
Tourist cab having seating capacity up to 6 seats	Rs. 925 per year
Tourist vehicles more than 6 seats and up to 12 seats	Rs. 3,000 per year
Tourist vehicles more than 12 seats and up to 30 seats	Rs. 10,000 per year
Tourist Omni Bus	Rs. 15,000 per year

(D) Vehicles for Transport of Goods

Particulars of the vehicle	Rate of Tax for One Year
Goods vehicles having registered laden weight (RLW) up to 1.0 MT	Rs. 300 per year
Goods vehicles having registered laden weight (RLW) more than 1.0 MT and up to 3.0 MT	Rs. 900 per year
Goods vehicles having registered laden weight (RLW) more than 3.0 MT and up to 5.56 MT	Rs. 1,200 per year
Goods vehicles having registered laden weight (RLW) more than 5.56 MT and up to 7.50 MT	Rs. 2,000 per year
Goods vehicles having registered laden weight (RLW) more than 7.50 MT and up to 12.0 MT	Rs. 3,500 per year
Goods vehicles having registered laden weight (RLW) more than 12.0 MT and up to 16.20 MT	Rs. 6,000 per year
Goods vehicles having registered laden weight (RLW) more than 16.20 MT	Rs. 7,000 plus Rs. 50 for every additional 100 kg

(E) Ambulance, Hearse (Vehicle carrying dead body)

Particulars of the vehicle	Rate of Tax for One Year
Ambulance	Rs. 1 for 15 years
Hearse (Vehicle carrying dead body)	Rs. 1 for 15 years

(F) Tractor, Trailer, Hydraulic or Mechanical Cranes and all other Construction Equipment, Machineries, etc.

Particulars of the vehicle	Rate of Tax for One Year
Unladen weight (ULW) up to 500 kgs	Rs. 800 per year
Unladen weight (ULW) exceeding 500 kgs	Rs. 900 per year for first 500 kgs plus Rs. 100 for every additional 100 kgs

Source: http://tsu.trp.nic.in/transport/public/forms/pdfFiles/RoadTaxNotification2018.pdf

Payment of Road Tax in Tripura

Road tax is payable by vehicle owners during the time of registration of a vehicle - either on a yearly basis or once in a lifetime - depending on the vehicle type. Individuals can pay their road tax by visiting a regional transport office (RTO). For making the payment, users will be required to fill up certain forms. Once the payment is made, the RTO will provide an acknowledgement for the same.

FAQs on Tripura Road Tax

Is it necessary to pay road tax for vehicles?

Yes. All owners of vehicles are mandatorily required to pay their road tax on time.

How is road tax calculated?

Road tax is calculated by taking into account the vehicle's age, cost, date of registration, engine capacity and seating capacity. The purpose that the vehicle serves and the place where it was manufactured are also taken into consideration while determining the rate of road tax.

How to check the tax amount applicable from the website of the Transport Department of Tripura?

To find out the amount of tax applicable, an individual will need to click on the 'Tax Assessment and Penalty calculation' on the website of the Transport Department of Tripura. Following this, select the relevant transport office and enter the vehicle's registration number to view details of the tax applicable.

When did the government revise the rates on road tax applicable on different categories of vehicles?

The revised rates of road tax on different categories of vehicles, except three wheelers, came into effect on 1st July 2018. The road tax applicable on three wheelers remains the same as notified on 24.10.2011.

Is the road tax applicable same for every state in India?

No. Every state has a different rate and method of calculating road tax.