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Aizawl Road Tax: Complete Guide on Calculation, Rates & Online Payment

TeamAckoJul 25, 2024

Mizoram, one of the most mesmerising among the seven sister states, is blessed with natural beauty and pleasant weather. The state is known for its lush green landscapes, picturesque views, and friendly people.

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Mizoram is a popular tourist destination with a lot to offer to visitors. People who have recently shifted to the beautiful Aizawl in Mizoram or are travelling there for a vacation can find all information regarding the mandatory road tax.

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Aizawl Road Tax

The Mizoram State Government levies the requisite road tax on all vehicle owners as per the provisions of The Mizoram Motor Vehicles (Taxation) (Amendment) Act, 2019.

The road tax in Aizawl levied varies as per vehicle type and category. The Mizoram State Government generally utilises the road tax collected to maintain the existing roads of Mizoram and build new ones to facilitate easier movement of vehicles across the state.

Aizawl Road Tax Calculation

You can refer to the RTO website to calculate the road tax payable. Enter the required information, such as your vehicle type, engine capacity, and registration period, to get the exact tax amount payable.

The rates for road tax in Aizawl are:

Vehicle (type)

Tax rate (%)

Motorcycles

12

Light motor vehicles

14

Heavy motor vehicles

16

The amount of road tax payable can be calculated using the following formula:

Amount of road tax = [{( Vehicle-type rate )x (Vehicle list price )} / 100]

Road tax in Aizawl is calculated based on the vehicle's engine capacity. The tax rates are as follows:

Vehicles with engine capacity up to 1000cc

Rs. 500

Vehicles with engine capacity between 1001cc and 1500cc

Rs. 1000

Vehicles with engine capacity between 1501cc and 2000cc

Rs. 1500

Vehicles with engine capacity between 2001cc and 3000cc

Rs. 2500

Vehicles with engine capacity over 3000cc

Rs. 4000

To calculate the road tax, we can use the following formula:-

[Specified rate by the Engine Capacity (x) cubic centimetres (CC)].

For example, for a vehicle with an engine capacity of 1200cc, the road tax would be Rs. 1000 (1000 x 1.2).

Road Tax in Aizawl for Two-Wheelers

The road tax rates for two-wheelers in Aizawl have been discussed in the table below:

Age of Vehicle

Tax levied for capacity up to 100 cc (Rs)

Tax levied for capacity above 100 cc (Rs)

(New) up to 1 year

1,500

3,000

1-2 years old

1,400

2,800

2-3 years old

1,300

2,600

3-4 years old

1,200

2,400

5-6 years old

1,000

2,000

6-7 years old

900

1,800

7-8 years old

800

1,600

8-9 years old

700

1,400

9-10 years old

600

1,200

10-11 years old

500

1,000

11-12 years old

400

800

12-13 years old

300

600

13-14 years old

200

400

(More than) 14 years

100

200

Road Tax in Aizawl for Three-Wheelers

The applicable Road tax in Aizawl for three-wheelers is very reasonable. The rates are mentioned in the table below:

For petrol-driven three-wheelers

Rs 500/-

For diesel-driven three-wheelers

Rs 1,000/-

The above rates are for new vehicles. For old vehicles, the rates are as follows:

For petrol-driven three-wheelers

Rs 300/-

For diesel-driven three-wheelers

Rs 600/-

Road Tax in Aizawl for Four-Wheelers 

A vehicle's total engine displacement determines the Aizawl road tax for four-wheeler vehicles. The Regional Transport Officer (RTO) collects the tax during the vehicle's registration.

The following table details the road taxes to be paid by four-wheeler vehicle owners:

Age of Vehicle

Tax levied for capacity up to 800cc (Rs)

Tax levied for capacity from 801 cc to 1000cc (Rs)

New, up to 1 year

11250

12750

1 year - 2 years old

10500

11900

2 - 3 years old

9750

11050

3 - 4 years old

9000

10200

4 - 5 years old

8250

9350

5 to 6 years old

7500

8500

6 - 7 years old

6750

7650

7 - 8 years old

6000

6800

8 - 9 years old

5250

5950

9 - 10 years old

4500

5100

10 - 11 years old

3750

4250

11 - 12 years old

3000

3400

12 - 13 years old

2250

2550

13 - 14 years old

1500

1700

(More than) 14 years

750

850

Road Tax for Commercial Vehicles in Aizawl

The Mizoram state government levies road tax on commercial vehicle owners as well. The amount of road tax to be paid depends on the type and size of the vehicle, as can be seen below: 

Vehicle (type)

Tax rate

Light commercial vehicles

Rs. 500

Medium commercial vehicles

Rs. 1000

Heavy commercial vehicles

Rs. 2000

Road Tax for Other State Vehicles in Aizawl

According to the Central Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, anyone whose vehicle is not registered in Aizawl but is still running on its roads is obligated to pay a taxable amount. The tax amount payable depends on the vehicle's ex-showroom price, as seen below:

Vehicle (type)

Tax rate

Private cars and two-wheelers

5% of the vehicle's ex-showroom price

Commercial vehicles

8% of the vehicle's ex-showroom price

How to Pay Aizawl Road Tax Online?

Mizoram has an online portal for payment of road tax. The process for payment of road tax in Aizawl is as follows:

  1. Visit the Vahan Parivahan website

  2. Enter the required details such as name, address, contact number, email id, vehicle registration number, etc.

  3. Choose the mode of payment (online by credit/debit card or through net banking)

  4. Make the payment

  5. Upon successful payment, a receipt will be generated, which needs to be printed and kept for future reference.

People can also pay the applicable road tax online on the Parivahan website.

Those who do not have access to online facilities can pay the road tax in Aizawl offline at the RTO office. The procedure is as follows:

1. Fill up the application form for road tax payment and submit it at the RTO office.

2. Make the payment through cash/cheque/DD.

3. Collect the receipt and keep it safe for future reference.

Penalty for Non-payment of Road Tax in Aizawl

If you fail to pay your road tax in Aizawl, you will be liable to pay the penalty. The penalty amount will depend on the vehicle type and the period for which the tax has not been paid, as can be seen in the table below:

Vehicle (type)

Applicable Penalty Rate (Rs)

Two-wheelers

Rs. 200 for each month or part thereof during which the offence continues.

Three-wheelers

Rs. 500 for each month or part thereof, during which the offence continues.

Medium and heavy motor vehicles

Rs. 1,000 for each month or part thereof during which the offence continues.

List of Different Motor Insurance Plans in Aizawl

As per the mandate of the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988, all vehicle owners should purchase auto insurance. Failure to comply with the mandate regarding the purchase of the same may result in unwanted penalties being levied on the concerned owners.

The table below displays several motor insurance plans in Aizawl that people can opt for from reputed insurance providers like ACKO:

Car Insurance

Bike Insurance

Comprehensive Car Insurance

Comprehensive Bike Insurance

Third-Party Car Insurance

Third-Party Bike Insurance

Commercial Car Insurance

 

Final Word

All vehicle owners residing in Aizawl and people motoring through the state must pay road tax mandatorily, as levied by the State Government in accordance with theMizoram Motor Vehicles (Taxation) (Amendment) Act, 2019.

They should also remember to purchase their vehicular insurance coverage policies from reputed insurance providers such as ACKO, as buying the same protects them against undue expenditure in case of any potential mishap.

Frequently Asked Questions On Aizawl Road Tax

FAQs

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How can I pay road tax in my city?

You can either visit the nearest RTO or pay the road tax through Parivahan website.

How is the road tax calculated?

The road tax is calculated based on factors such as the age of the vehicle, fuel type, and vehicle category.

What is the difference between toll and road tax?

The toll tax is collected for interstate highway development, and the road tax is used for the development of state roads.

Is it mandatory to pay road tax?

Yes, it is mandatory to pay road taxes to comply with the Motor Laws of the state.

Can I freely drive my vehicle in another state?

Yes, you can freely drive in any Indian state. However, if you are planning to move to that state permanently, you will have to collect an NOC from the RTO where your vehicle was first registered and get it re-registered at another RTO in the state where you currently reside.

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