Vehicle Road Tax & Charges in Odisha

Know all about VAHAN/Parivahan Tax & RTO Charges in Odisha

Motor Vehicles Act 1988 and Odisha Motor Vehicles Taxation Act 1975 are two legislative acts that govern the road taxes in Odisha. Road tax is necessary not only for the maintenance of roads but also for drivers' safety against road robbers.

As per government rules, the Odisha road tax payment depends on a vehicle's make and its type of use.

If you are an Odisha residence, make sure you are aware of these intricacies.

Road Tax in Odisha

According to the Odisha Motor Vehicles Taxation Act 1975, the government in Odisha levies the road tax. Under this law, applicable persons who have bought a vehicle have to pay a one-time tax when registering a vehicle. Odisha road tax is distinct from the tax laws imposed by other states.

The government levies an additional tax for public service vehicles and goods carriages. A differential tax is paid on vehicles that have been altered by the owner.

In 2017, the government amended the law and stipulated the payment of a "Green Tax". Here is a table showing which vehicles are applicable to pay the Green tax.

Type of Vehicle	Amount of Tax
Transport Vehicle which has completed 15 years from day of registration	Rs.4000
Vehicles other than transport vehicles which has completed 15 years from day of registration	Rs.1000

How is Road Tax Calculated in Odisha?

The government calculates the road tax in Odisha based on the model and make, along with the weight, in the event of commercial vehicles. Two-wheelers have their separate category, as do private four wheelers and commercial four-wheelers.

Road Tax Rates for Two-wheelers in Odisha

According to a 2017 amendment, the cost of one-time tax for new Motor Cycles is given below.

Cost of Two-wheelers	Rate of Tax
Less than Rs.5 lakh	6% of its cost
Rs.5 lakh to Rs.10 lakh	8% of its cost
Rs.10 lakh to Rs.20 lakh	10% of its cost
Rs.20 lakh to Rs.40 lakh	12% of its cost
More than Rs.40 lakh	20% of its cost

Road Tax Rates for Four-wheelers in Odisha

Here is a list of the various four-wheelers for which one-time tax is calculated.

Motor car
Jeep
Private service vehicle
Educational Bus for not more than 12 persons excluding the driver
Omnibus
Motor Cab
Maxi Cab

The Odisha road tax for car can be calculated as shown below.

Cost of Motor Vehicle	Rate of Tax
Less than Rs.5 lakh	6% of its cost
Rs.5 lakh to Rs.10 lakh	8% of its cost
Rs.10 lakh to Rs.20 lakh	10% of its cost
Rs.20 lakh to Rs.40 lakh	12% of its cost
More than Rs.40 lakh	20% of its cost

Road Tax for Commercial Vehicles in Odisha

Odisha road tax rate for commercial vehicles used for the transportation of goods in the course of trade is given below.

The government amended the Odisha commercial vehicle tax in 2017. The following table reflects the change.

Specification of Vehicle	Annual tax (INR)	Additional tax (INR)
Less than 1000 kg	540	Nil
1000 kg to 2000 kg	2356	Nil
2000 kg to 5000 kg	2446	444
5000 kg to 10,000 kg	3773	1182
10,000 kg to 13,000 kg	5363	1816
13,000 kg to 16,200 kg	7800	2640
16,000 kg to 25,000 kg	14,000	5000
25,000 kg to 31,000 kg	19,000	7000
31,000 to 35,200 kg	23,000	9000
More than 35,200 kg	Rs.23,000 plus Rs.500 for every 500 kilogram or part thereof in excess of 35,200 kilogram	Rs.9000 plus Rs.500 for every 500 kilogram or part thereof in excess of 35,200 kilogram

Penalty for Non-Payment of Road Taxes in Odisha

The Odisha vehicle tax has to be paid to the regional transport office. Failure to pay this tax results in a penalty. The RTO tax Odisha for non-payment includes the tax amount due plus a penalty which is twice the tax amount.

How to Pay Road Tax Online in Odisha

To pay the Odisha state road tax online payment, follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the page http://odishatransport.gov.in/
Step 2: Select Online Services
Step 3: Click Online Tax Payment. You will be redirected to VAHAN Citizen Service Portal
Step 4: Enter valid registration number and click Proceed
Step 5: From the Online Services Menu and click the Pay Your Tax option.
Step 6: Provide mobile number to generate an OTP.
Step 7: Fill in your details and click on Confirm.
Step 8: Pay with the respective bank and a confirmation slip will be produced.

The Odisha road tax payment online is complete!

List of RTOs in Odisha

The list of available RTO in Odisha is as follows:

RTO LOCATION	RTO CODE
Bhadrak	OD-22
Bhubaneswar-II	OD-33
RayagadaOD-18	OD-18
Kendrapara	OD-29
Angul	OD-19
Nuapada	OD-26
Bhanjanagar	OD-32
Jharsuguda	OD-23
Nayagarh	OD-25
Jajpur	OD-34
Ganjam	OD-07
Chandikhol	OD-04
Keonjhar	OD-09
Malkangiri	OD-30
Dhenkanal	OD-06
Baragarh	OD-17
Phulabani Khandamal	OD-12
Jagatsinghpur	OD-21
Boudh	OD-27
Nabarangpur	OD-24
Cuttack	OD-05
Sundergarh	OD-16
Puri	OD-13
Debagarh	OD-28
Gajapati	OD-20
Balangir	OD-03
Sonepur	OD-31
Talcher	OD-35
Sambalpur	OD-15
Rourkela	OD-14
Bhubaneswar	OD-02

FAQs about Road Tax in Odisha

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What is the cost of the Odisha RTO tax rate?

The tax ranges from 6% to 20% of the price of the vehicle. Check the specific slabs above for more information.

How are RTO charges in Odisha calculated for motorbikes?

The one-time tax registration for motorbikes is calculated based on the motor bike's cost ranging from 6-20% of the total cost.

What is Odisha parivahan tax?

The tax taken by the state of Odisha for maintenance of roads is known as Odisha Parivahan tax.

Which vehicles are exempted from tax in Odisha?

Vehicles used for agricultural purposes and vehicles used for transportation by disabled persons are exempted from tax.