Delhi Road Tax Calculator (2026)
Estimate motor vehicle road tax, RTO registration charges, and total on-road price addition for cars and two-wheelers in Delhi.
Calculate road tax, RTO registration charges, and total on-road addition for cars and bikes across Indian states — petrol, diesel, CNG, and EV.
Estimates are based on standard 2026 state RTO slabs and may vary due to state-specific cesses or recent policy changes. Always verify the final amount with your local RTO before making a purchase decision.
Delhi Motor Vehicle Tax Slabs (2026)
Petrol Cars
4% (< ₹6L), 7% (₹6L–₹15L), 10% – 12.5% (> ₹15L)
15-year Lifetime Tax (LTT)
Diesel Cars
5% (< ₹6L), 8.75% (₹6L–₹15L), 12.5% (> ₹15L)
Calculated on ex-showroom invoice
Electric Vehicles (EV)
100% exemption up to ₹30L under Delhi EV Policy 2026; normal tax applies above ₹30L
Under state clean mobility policy
Understanding Motor Vehicle Taxation in Delhi
Registering a motor vehicle in the National Capital Territory of Delhi (DL-01 to DL-13 RTO zones) features fuel-specific tax rates under the Delhi Motor Vehicles Taxation Act. Petrol cars under ₹6 Lakhs attract 4% road tax, cars between ₹6L and ₹15L pay 7%, and higher-priced petrol cars use the 10% estimator band.
Factory-fitted CNG passenger cars use lower configured bands, while Delhi EV Policy 2026 grants a complete road-tax and registration-fee exemption to electric cars priced up to ₹30 Lakhs. Electric cars above ₹30 Lakhs do not receive that exemption. Delhi also enforces separate end-of-life limits for diesel and petrol vehicles.
Tax Calculation & Slab Mechanics
Delhi's road tax for petrol cars is 4% (< ₹6L), 7% (₹6L–₹15L), and 10-12.5% (> ₹15L). For diesel cars, rates are 5% (< ₹6L), 8.75% (₹6L–₹15L), and 12.5% (> ₹15L). Two-wheelers attract 4% for bikes under ₹1 Lakh and 6% for premium motorcycles. Fixed fees include ₹600 registration charge, HSRP plates, and ₹1,500 hypothecation fee if financed.
RTO Registration Procedure & Vahan System
All Delhi RTO services operate completely online under the 'Faceless RTO Services' initiative, allowing dealer-assisted digital registration and doorstep delivery of Smart Card RCs.
Key RTO Guidelines for Delhi Vehicle Owners
- Delhi has some of the lowest road tax slabs in North India for budget and mid-range petrol and CNG vehicles.
- CNG vehicles receive a 0.5% to 1% tax concession compared to petrol models.
- Delhi EV Policy 2026 provides road-tax and registration-fee exemption for electric cars priced up to ₹30 Lakhs; cars above that limit do not receive the exemption.
- 10-year diesel and 15-year petrol vehicle age restriction strictly enforced per NGT and CAQM directives.
Frequently Asked Questions About Delhi Road Tax
Clear answers on slabs, diesel surcharges, EV exemptions, and RTO registration.
Delhi provides a concession for factory-fitted CNG vehicles: 3.5% for cars priced up to ₹6 Lakhs, 6% for cars between ₹6L and ₹15L, and 9% for cars above ₹15L.
Official Disclaimer & Rate Notice
Rates shown are indicative and sourced from public references, last reviewed on August 2026. Always verify current rates with Delhi's official Transport Department, Government of NCT of Delhi before making a vehicle purchase decision.
Compare Delhi with Other State Road Tax Slabs
Explore how motor vehicle tax and RTO registration fees differ across other Indian states.
Maharashtra
Petrol Car: 9% – 11%
EV Status: 100% Tax Exemption for qualifying electric vehicles
Karnataka
Petrol Car: 13%
EV Status: Tiered estimate: 4% below ₹25L and 8% from ₹25L; verify the current notification before purchase
Delhi
Petrol Car: 4%
EV Status: 100% exemption up to ₹30L
Uttar Pradesh
Petrol Car: 8%
EV Status: 100% Full Tax Exemption for Electric Vehicles
Tamil Nadu
Petrol Car: 12%
EV Status: 100% Tax Exemption policy window active for electric vehicles registered through 31 Dec 2027 (standard standing rate is 5% <10L / 7.5% >10L)
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