Maharashtra Road Tax Calculator (2026)
Calculate exact motor vehicle road tax, RTO registration charges, and total on-road price addition for cars and two-wheelers in Maharashtra.
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.
Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Tax Slabs (2026)
Petrol Cars
9% – 11% (< ₹10L), 12% (₹10L–₹20L), 13% (> ₹20L)
15-year Lifetime Tax (LTT)
Diesel Cars
11% – 13% (< ₹10L), 14% (₹10L–₹20L), 15% (> ₹20L) — 2% higher than petrol
Calculated on ex-showroom invoice
Electric Vehicles (EV)
100% Tax Exemption for qualifying electric vehicles under Maharashtra EV Policy (verify local RTO for updated luxury EV guidelines)
Under state clean mobility policy
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Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Department (Transport Commissionerate Maharashtra)
Official Transport SiteUnderstanding Motor Vehicle Taxation in Maharashtra
Registering a new passenger car or two-wheeler in Maharashtra (across MH-01 Mumbai, MH-12 Pune, MH-04 Thane, and 50+ regional transport offices) is governed by the Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Tax Act. Private petrol cars pay tiered slabs of 9% to 11% for vehicles priced under ₹10 Lakhs, 12% for vehicles between ₹10L and ₹20L, and 13% for luxury cars above ₹20 Lakhs.
In line with state emissions policies, diesel cars in Maharashtra carry a flat 2% surcharge across every slab (11% to 15%), making diesel vehicles noticeably more expensive on-road. Battery electric vehicles (EVs) have historically enjoyed full exemptions under the Maharashtra Electric Vehicle Policy.
Tax Calculation & Slab Mechanics
Road tax in Maharashtra is a 15-year One-Time Lifetime Tax (LTT). For a ₹10 Lakh petrol car, the road tax is 11% = ₹1,10,000, plus standard fixed RTO fees (registration fee of ₹600, HSRP number plates, Fastag, and smart card fee). Company-owned vehicles pay double the tax rate (22% to 26%).
RTO Registration Procedure & Vahan System
Automobile dealerships in Maharashtra handle registration via the Vahan 4.0 portal. Once the dealer enters the chassis number and pays the MH RTO tax online, vehicle owners receive their registration number via SMS and smart card RC by speed post.
Key RTO Guidelines for Maharashtra Vehicle Owners
- Diesel vehicles attract a 2% surcharge across all price brackets due to higher emission levies.
- Corporate / company-registered vehicles attract double the standard individual road tax rate in Maharashtra.
- BH (Bharat) Series registration is supported for eligible private and public sector employees with offices in 4+ states.
- Lifetime Tax (LTT) is valid for 15 years from original date of registration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maharashtra Road Tax
Clear answers on slabs, diesel surcharges, EV exemptions, and RTO registration.
The Government of Maharashtra levies a 2% additional motor vehicle tax on diesel cars across all price brackets (11-13% up to ₹10L, 14% for ₹10L-₹20L, and 15% above ₹20L) to discourage vehicular particulate emissions.
Official Disclaimer & Rate Notice
Rates shown are indicative and sourced from public references, last reviewed on August 2026. Always verify current rates with Maharashtra's official Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Department (Transport Commissionerate Maharashtra) before making a vehicle purchase decision.
Compare Maharashtra 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: 5% Motor Vehicle Tax (Karnataka transitioned from 0% to a tiered 5% EV tax for electric cars)
Delhi
Petrol Car: 4%
EV Status: 100% Full Exemption for Electric Vehicles up to ₹20 Lakhs
Uttar Pradesh
Petrol Car: Flat 8%
EV Status: 100% Full Tax Exemption for Electric Vehicles
Tamil Nadu
Petrol Car: 10%
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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