Chhattisgarh 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.

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.

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.

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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** 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:

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

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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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.