RTO Tax Calculator Maharashtra 2026
Rates verified August 2026
Maharashtra road tax varies by fuel type — Petrol 11–13%, Diesel 13–15%, CNG 8–10% — with a 2% Road Safety Cess on the tax amount and a ₹30 lakh cap. EVs are fully exempt till March 2030. Calculate on-road price for Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, or anywhere in Maharashtra.
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Maharashtra RTO Road Tax Rates 2026
| Vehicle Type | Price / Engine | Tax Rate | Road Safety Cess | Reg Fee | HSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 0–₹10 Lakh | 11% | 2% of tax | ₹600 | ₹400 |
| Petrol | ₹10–20 Lakh | 12% | 2% of tax | ₹600 | ₹400 |
| Petrol | > ₹20 Lakh | 13% | 2% of tax | ₹600 | ₹400 |
| Diesel | 0–₹10 Lakh | 13% | 2% of tax | ₹600 | ₹400 |
| Diesel | ₹10–20 Lakh | 14% | 2% of tax | ₹600 | ₹400 |
| Diesel | > ₹20 Lakh | 15% | 2% of tax | ₹600 | ₹400 |
| CNG | 0–₹10 Lakh | 8% | 2% of tax | ₹600 | ₹400 |
| CNG | ₹10–20 Lakh | 9% | 2% of tax | ₹600 | ₹400 |
| CNG | > ₹20 Lakh | 10% | 2% of tax | ₹600 | ₹400 |
| Electric Vehicle (EV) | All Prices | Exempt (0%)* | N/A | ₹600 | ₹400 |
| Two-Wheeler (up to 99cc) | All | 10% | 2% of tax | ₹300 | ₹200 |
| Two-Wheeler (100–299cc) | All | 11% | 2% of tax | ₹300 | ₹200 |
| Two-Wheeler (300cc and above) | All | 12% (min ₹1,500) | 2% of tax | ₹300 | ₹200 |
* EVs get a 100% road tax exemption on first registration, effective through March 2030. A 2% Road Safety Cess applies on the road tax amount for all fuels (petrol, diesel, CNG) and for two-wheelers. The total motor vehicle tax is capped at ₹30 lakh. Two-wheeler tax has a minimum of ₹1,500.
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Open Calculator →Vehicle Registration Process in Maharashtra
Maharashtra's vehicle registration is managed by the Maharashtra Transport Department with the largest RTO network in India. Major RTOs include Mumbai (MH-01 to MH-04, MH-46, MH-47, MH-48), Pune (MH-12, MH-14), Thane (MH-05, MH-06), Navi Mumbai (MH-43), Nashik (MH-15), Nagpur (MH-31, MH-40), Aurangabad (MH-20), and Kolhapur (MH-08). Mumbai alone has multiple RTO zones due to the city's massive vehicle population.
The registration process follows the VAHAN portal framework. New vehicle buyers receive temporary registration from the dealer valid for 30 days. For permanent registration, you must submit Form 20 and supporting documents at the RTO. Given the high vehicle density in Mumbai and Pune, RTO appointments can have waiting periods. The RTO conducts physical verification before issuing a registration number in MH-XX-XXXX format. Maharashtra has implemented smart card RCs and online services extensively.
Required Documents for Registration
- Form 20 (duly filled application form)
- Form 21 (Sale Certificate from Authorised Dealer)
- Form 22 (Manufacturer's Roadworthiness Certificate)
- Valid Insurance Policy (minimum 1 year third-party)
- Address Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Rent Agreement, Utility Bill)
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport)
- Original Vehicle Invoice and Delivery Challan
- PUC Certificate
- HSRP receipt
- Passport-size photographs (2 copies)
How Road Tax Is Calculated in Maharashtra
Maharashtra uses a slab-based road tax system with different rates for petrol, diesel, and CNG vehicles. Petrol vehicles are taxed at 11% (0–₹10L), 12% (₹10–20L), and 13% (above ₹20L). Diesel vehicles attract higher rates of 13%, 14%, and 15% respectively. CNG vehicles enjoy lower rates of 8%, 9%, and 10%, making them the most affordable fuel option for registration. On top of the base rate, every four-wheeler pays a 2% Road Safety Cess on the road tax amount, and the total motor vehicle tax is capped at ₹30 lakh.
For example, an ₹8 lakh petrol car in Maharashtra costs ₹88,000 in road tax (11%) plus ₹1,760 cess (2%), totalling ₹89,760. A ₹15 lakh diesel SUV costs ₹2,10,000 (14%) plus ₹4,200 cess, totalling ₹2,14,200. A ₹50 lakh petrol car costs ₹6,50,000 (13%) plus ₹13,000 cess, totalling ₹6,63,000 — well below the ₹30 lakh cap.
EV Exemption in Maharashtra
Maharashtra offers a full 100% road tax exemption for electric vehicles at first registration, currently effective through March 2030 under the state's EV policy. For a ₹15 lakh EV, the saving compared to a petrol car of the same price is over ₹1.8 lakh. The exemption applies to all EV categories including cars, two-wheelers, and three-wheelers, and the ₹600 registration fee plus ₹400 HSRP still apply. Maharashtra is one of India's largest EV markets, with rapid adoption of EV taxis and electric two-wheelers in Mumbai and Pune.
Two-Wheeler Tax Rates
Two-wheelers in Maharashtra are taxed by engine capacity: 10% up to 99cc, 11% for 100–299cc, and 12% for 300cc and above, with a minimum tax of ₹1,500, plus the 2% Road Safety Cess on the tax. The registration fee is ₹300 and HSRP ₹200. Electric two-wheelers are fully exempt from road tax.
Commercial Vehicle Tax in Maharashtra
Commercial vehicles in Maharashtra pay tax based on seating capacity. Vehicles with up to 6 seats pay a one-time amount, while larger vehicles pay per seat per year:
| Seats | Tax |
|---|---|
| 1–2 seats | ₹2,500 (one-time) |
| 3–4 seats | ₹3,850 (one-time) |
| 5–6 seats | ₹7,150 (one-time) |
| 7–12 seats | ₹1,700 per seat per year |
| 13–24 seats | ₹3,000 per seat per year |
| 25 seats and above | ₹5,000 per seat per year |
Sources
- Maharashtra Transport Department: mhtransport.gov.in
- VAHAN — national vehicle registration and tax payment portal: vahan.parivahan.gov.in
- Parivahan Sewa: parivahan.gov.in
- India Code — state Acts and notifications: indiacode.nic.in