Chhattisgarh Road Tax

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Chhattisgarh Road Tax

Chhattisgarh is known for its greenery and landscapes and varying road and traffic conditions. Urban centres experience traffic congestion during peak hours, while driving through rural areas can pose challenges due to underdeveloped roads.

As mandated by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, all vehicles registered in Chhattisgarh need to pay the Chhattisgarh Road Tax. This is a mandatory tax that is levied to help state governments manage the existing road network and create new roads and highways along with other infrastructure to improve commutability in the state.

On this page, we offer a detailed guide on road tax or RTO tax in Chhattisgarh. Go through the details carefully to understand how road tax is calculated in the state and how you can pay Chhattisgarh road tax online.

What is Road Tax?

One of the most common questions asked by vehicle owners is what road tax is and why we need to pay it.

In India, the upkeep and maintenance of roads are divided between the Central and State Governments. While the Central Government takes care of all the National Highways, the State Government is responsible for maintaining State Highways and all the roads within the state. Road tax is levied to help state governments with these tasks.

Every state defines the road tax structure differently. Typically, the tax calculation factors in the type of vehicle, its age, price, and various other factors. Hence, if you are planning to register your vehicle in Chhattisgarh, it is important to find out about the CG RTO tax details, its rules and rates.

Who Levies the Charges for Road Tax in Chhattisgarh?

In Chhattisgarh, road tax is levied by the Transport Department of the Government of Chhattisgarh. The tax is levied under the Chhattisgarh Motor Vehicles Taxation Act.

The state government uses the tax collected to provide good roads and infrastructure to its residents that can help boost trade and services. You need to pay a one-time road tax in Chhattisgarh.

Calculation for Road Tax in Chhattisgarh

Three main factors are considered while calculating road tax in Chhattisgarh for bikes and cars. These include the age of the vehicle, its weight, engine capacity, and cost.

Remember, the Chhattisgarh State Government levies the road tax based on the guidelines of the Chhattisgarh Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1991. Hence, ensure that you have a copy of the Act for ready reference if needed.

Chhattisgarh RTO Tax for Vehicles

In Chhattisgarh, all vehicles registered with a Regional Transport Office in the state are required to pay road tax.

Also, if your vehicle is registered with another state and you have paid road tax there, then you can drive your vehicle in Chhattisgarh without registering it locally for up to 12 months. After this period, you will be required to register in Chhattisgarh and pay road tax.

Calculation of Road Tax in Chhattisgarh for Two-Wheelers

Here is a table detailing the calculation of road tax in Chhattisgarh for two-wheelers:

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<td>More than 5 years but less than 15 years</td>
<td>More than 15 years</td>
New two-wheeler 4% of the cost of the vehicle
Old two-wheelers:
Weight and Engine Capacity of the two-wheeler Age of the two-wheeler
Less than 70 kg The current cost of the vehicle ₹8,000 ₹6,000
More than 70 kg but less than 200 cc The current cost of the vehicle ₹15,000 ₹8,000
More than 70 kg and more than 200 cc but less than 325 cc The current cost of the vehicle ₹20,000 ₹10,000
More than 70 kg and more than 325 cc The current cost of the vehicle ₹30,000 ₹15,000

** Road Tax Calculation for Commercial Three-Wheelers in Chhattisgarh**

For commercial public service three-wheelers, road tax in Chhattisgarh is calculated by factoring in the number of seats, excluding the passenger and the age of the vehicle. The tax rate table is given below:

Number of seats in the three-wheeler Age of the two-wheeler
Less than 5 years More than 5 years but less than 15 years More than 15 years
Not more than 3 seats excluding the driver The current cost of the vehicle ₹30,000 ₹15,000
More than 3 seats The current cost of the vehicle ₹60,000 ₹20,000

Calculation of Road Tax in Chhattisgarh for Four-Wheelers

Road tax in Chhattisgarh for cars is determined based on:

The price of the car: for new cars; and

The price and weight of the car: for older cars.

Here are the details:

New four-wheelers

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<td>More than 5 years but less than 15 years</td>
<td>More than 15 years</td>
Cost of the four-wheeler Road Tax
Below ₹5 lakhs 5% of the cost of the four-wheeler
Above ₹5 lakhs 6% of the cost of the four-wheeler
Old four-wheelers
Weight of the four-wheeler Age of the two-wheeler
Weight of the four-wheeler Age of the two-wheeler
Less than 800 kg The current cost of the vehicle ₹1,00,000 ₹50,000
More than 800 kg but less than 2,000 kg The current cost of the vehicle ₹1,50,000 ₹1,00,000
More than 2,000 kg The current cost of the vehicle ₹6,00,000 ₹3,00,000

Calculation of Road Tax in Chhattisgarh for Commercial Vehicles

Here are the details of road tax levied on different types of commercial vehicles:

Omnibus

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<td>More than 5 years but less than 15 years</td>
<td>More than 15 years</td>
Cost at the time of first registration Age of the two-wheeler
Less than ₹2.5 lakhs The current cost of the vehicle ₹1,25,000 ₹60,000
More than ₹2.5 lakhs but less than ₹4 lakhs The current cost of the vehicle ₹1,62,500 ₹80,000
More than ₹4 lakhs but less than ₹5.5 lakhs The current cost of the vehicle ₹2,37,500 ₹1,10,000
More than ₹5.5 lakhs but less than ₹8 lakhs The current cost of the vehicle ₹3,12,500 ₹1,50,000
More than ₹8 lakhs The current cost of the vehicle ₹4,50,000 ₹2,25,000

Goods Carriage where the gross weight of the vehicle is less than 3,500 kg

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<td rowspan=2>Less than 5 years</td>
<td>More than 5 years but less than 15 years</td>
<td>More than 15 years</td>
Cost at the time of first registration Age of the two-wheeler
Less than ₹1 lakh The current cost of the vehicle ₹50,000 ₹25,000
More than ₹1 lakh but less than ₹2 lakh The current cost of the vehicle ₹75,500 ₹35,000
More than ₹2 lakhs but less than ₹3 lakhs The current cost of the vehicle ₹1,25,000 ₹60,000
More than ₹3 lakhs but less than ₹4 lakhs The current cost of the vehicle ₹1,75,000 ₹75,000
More than ₹4 lakhs The current cost of the vehicle ₹2,50,000 ₹1,25,000

Taxis

In Chhattisgarh, taxis have to pay a road tax of ₹150 per seat for every three months if it has a state permit. However, taxis with an all-India permit are required to pay a road tax of ₹200 per seat per quarter.

Road Tax Calculation in Chhattisgarh for Other State Vehicles

If you have registered your vehicle in a state in India and paid road tax, then you are allowed to drive in any other state for one year without having to register in the other state. However, post this period, you have to register your vehicle and pay road tax compulsorily.

Online Road Tax Payment Chhattisgarh: A Step-By-Step Process

Here are the steps for CG RTO Online Tax Payment:

Start by visiting the official website of Parivahan at www.parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/.

Once you and on the homepage, look for the section “Vehicle-Related Services.”

In this section, locate “Other Services.”

Look for the option “Tax and Services” and click on “More Details.”

On the next page, select Chhattisgarh from the dropdown list of all the states in India.

On the following page, locate the option “Pay Your Tax” and click on it.

Provide the registration number of your vehicle and the last few digits of its chassis number.

Once the site confirms your details, you will get the option of paying tax online.

Make the CG RTO online tax payment and download the receipt of the payment.

Offline Payment of Road Tax in Chhattisgarh

You can pay road tax offline. Here are the steps to pay the road tax offline in Chhattisgarh:

Visit the nearest RTO Office in Chhattisgarh

Fill out the tax payment form and attach any document if requested

Pay the tax at the specific counter

Collect the receipt of the payment for your records

Penalties for Non-Payment of Road Tax in Chhattisgarh

Paying road tax is mandatory in India. While you get the leeway of not paying CG RTO tax in Chhattisgarh for 12 months if you have moved there from another state where you have already paid road tax, if your stay exceeds this period, then you have to register your vehicle in Chhattisgarh and pay the tax.

Failure to comply can result in a penalty of 1/12th of the outstanding tax amount plus the tax amount due.

List of RTOs in Chhattisgarh

RTO/DTO Name RTO/DTO Code RTO/DTO Address
RTO Raipur CG04 Rawabata, Banjari Mandir, Bhanpuri, Raipur
DTO Dhamtari CG05 Collectorate office Dhamtari, Dhamtari
DTO Mahasamund CG06 Collectorate office Mahasamund
ARTO Durg CG07 Opposite 5 Building Jail Road Durg, Durg
ARTO Rajnandgoan CG08 Stadium Campus, Rajnandgaon Rajnandgaon
DTO Kabirdham CG09 Chhirpani Colony, Kabirdham
RTO Bilaspur CG10 Bus stand Parisar, Bilaspur
DTO Jajgir Champa CG11 Collectorate Office, Jangir Champa Jangir-Champa
DTO Korba CG12 Old Collectorate Office, Korba
DTO Raigarh CG13 Collectorate Building, Raigarh
DTO Jashpur CG14 Old Collectorate Building, Jashpur
RTO Ambikapur CG15 Bus Stand Ambikapur, Ambikapur
DTO Baikunthpur CG16 Collectorate Road, Chindand Baikunthpur(Koriya), Baikunthpur
RTO Jagdalpur CG17 Opposite Distt. Court Jagdalpur, Jagdalpur
DTO Dantewada CG18 Collectorate Office Dantewada, Dantewada
DTO Kanker CG19 Collectorate Office of Kanker, Kanker
DTO Balodabazar CG22 Office of DTO Balodabazar
DTO Gariyaband CG23 Office of DTO Gariyaband, Gariyaband
DTO Balod CG24 Office of DTO Balod, Balod
DTO Bemetara CG25 Office of DTO Bemetara, Bemetara
DTO Sukma CG26 Office of DTO Sukma, Sukma
DTO Kondagaon CG27 Office of DTO Kondagaon, Kondagaon
DTO Mungeli CG28 Office of DTO Mungeli, Mungeli
DTO Surajpur CG29 Office of DTO Surajpur, Surajpur
DTO Balarampur CG30 Collectorate Office of Balarampur, Balarampur

Motor Insurance in Chhattisgarh

The Motor Vehicles Act mandates all motor vehicles in India to have a minimum of third-party liability insurance. These policies offer coverage for damages to a third-party person or property due to an accident involving your vehicle.

If you have a four-wheeler, then a comprehensive car insurance policy can offer protection from third-party liabilities and damages to your car.

Chhattisgarh is strategically located, making it a starting point for various road trips. If you are a biking enthusiast, this can be a great state to be in. However, before you start exploring, make sure that you have a comprehensive bike insurance policy to protect you from any unforeseen damages and expenses.

Tata AIG offers feature-rich insurance for four wheelers and two-wheelers and a high claim settlement ratio that allows you to get the financial protection you need when an emergency strikes. We offer a range of options in the IDV in policy selection that help you determine the coverage amount as per your requirements.

Remember, the right bike or car insurance policy can help you ride worry-free while ensuring compliance with the law.

Summing Up

Road tax is collected by the state government to ensure that the infrastructure is developed in a manner that is conducive to growth and progress.

By paying road tax in time, you contribute to the growth story of the state which eventually will have a positive impact on the lives of all the residents.

Hence, make sure that you pay the road tax as per the stipulated guidelines and within the allotted time.

Disclaimer / TnC

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