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

TeamAckoJul 29, 2024

Uttar Pradesh is both the largest and the most populous state in India. It is also one of the most advanced states in the country in terms of expressways, international airports, industrial corridors, educational institutions, medical institutions, and indigenous product exports.   

To drive the state’s infrastructural development, the state government needs money, and road tax serves as a major avenue for getting the funds needed to fuel the state’s economic growth.

Thus, all private and commercial vehicle owners in Uttar Pradesh’s Agra need to pay appropriate road taxes as per the Uttar Pradesh Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1997. The Act details every rule regarding road taxes—their imposition, penalty clauses, tax refunds, and the like. 

The following sections discuss the various provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Parivahan road tax and elaborate on how to pay Agra road tax online, the RTO charges, and the best way to determine your tax liabilities with a tax calculator.

Agra Road Tax

Generally, the Road Transport Authority (RTA) or Road Transport Corporation (RTC) of a particular state, such as Uttar Pradesh, is responsible for collecting and assessing Agra road tax from private and commercial vehicle owners whose vehicles are registered in Uttar Pradesh.

According to Section 22 of the Uttar Pradesh Motor Vehicles Taxation Act 1997, if a State Government-appointed officer finds that a vehicle is being used without paying the appropriate taxes, the officer may seize the vehicle or hand over the owner to the police.

However, if the offender pays the taxes, the Taxation Officer must immediately release the offender and their vehicle. Payment of road tax is mandatory when you buy a new vehicle.

It is similar to other mandatory rules like buying bike/car insurance for the vehicle, holding a valid DL while driving the vehicle, etc.

Agra Road Tax Calculation

The Agra road tax or transport vehicle tax has multiple components, including the Central Government Tax (CGT) and Uttar Pradesh State Transport Corporation Road Tax (UPSTC).

The actual road tax amount a private or commercial owner has to pay depends on the following factors:

• Vehicle type, such as 2-wheeler, 3-wheeler, 4-wheeler, bus, tractor, trailer, or other state vehicles. 

• Purpose of use, such as for personal transportation, goods transportation, or passenger transportation. 

• Vehicle model

• The vehicle’s seating capacity 

• The vehicle’s engine capacity

• The vehicle’s ex-showroom price

Agra Road Tax: For Two-Wheelers

The road tax for two-wheelers in Agra depends on the vehicle’s unladen weight or value. The following table contains the various road tax slabs for two-wheeled motor vehicles in Agra:

Vehicle Type	Amount (in Rs. ) per Year
A moped with unladen weight below 90.72 Kg	Rs. 150
A two-wheeler whose value is less than Rs. 0.20 lakh	2% of the vehicle’s value
A two-wheeler whose value is between Rs. 0.20 lakh and Rs.   0.60 lakh	4% of the vehicle’s value
A two-wheeler whose value is between Rs. 0.60 lakh and Rs. 2.00 lakh	6% of the vehicle’s value
A two-wheeler whose value exceeds Rs. 2.00 lakh	8% of the vehicle’s value

It is worth noting that the Parivahan road tax is collected as a one-time tax for two-wheelers at the time of vehicle registration. 

Agra Road Tax: For 4-Wheelers

The road tax for cars in Agra depends on the vehicle’s value. The following table contains the various road tax slabs for four-wheeled motor vehicles in Agra:

Vehicle Type	Amount (in Rs. ) per Year
A car whose value is less than Rs. 6.00 lakh	3% of the vehicle’s value.
A car whose value is between Rs. 6.00 lakh and Rs. 10.00 lakh	6% of the vehicle’s value
A car whose value is between Rs. 10.00 lakh and Rs. 20.00 lakh	8% of the vehicle’s value
A car whose value exceeds Rs. 20.00 lakh	9% of the vehicle’s value

It is worth noting that the Parivahan road tax is collected as a one-time tax for private four-wheelers at the time of vehicle registration. 

Agra Road Tax: For Goods (Commercial) Vehicles

The road tax for goods vehicles in Agra depends on the vehicle’s loading capacity. The following table contains the various road tax slabs for goods vehicles in Agra:

The Vehicle’s Loading Capacity	Amount (in Rs. ) per Year
A goods vehicle whose loading capacity is less than 1 Tonne	Rs. 665.00
A goods vehicle whose loading capacity is between 1 Tonne and 2 Tonne	Rs. 940.00
A goods vehicle whose loading capacity is between 2 Tonne and 4 Tonne	Rs. 1,430.00
A goods vehicle whose loading capacity is between 4 Tonne and 6 Tonne	Rs. 1,915.00
A goods vehicle whose loading capacity is between 6 Tonne and 8 Tonne	Rs. 2,375.00
A goods vehicle whose loading capacity is between 8 Tonne and 9 Tonne	Rs. 2,865.00
A goods vehicle whose loading capacity is between 9 Tonne and 10 Tonne	Rs. 3,320.00
A goods vehicle whose loading capacity exceeds 10 Tonne	Rs. 3,320.00+ @Rs.470/-per Tonne

Agra Road Tax: For Three-Wheelers

The Vehicle road tax for three-wheelers and e-Rickshaws in Agra depends on the vehicle’s seating capacity, gross vehicle weight, and periodicity.

The following table contains the various road tax slabs for three-wheelers and e-Rickshaws in Agra:

Vehicle Type	Taxation’s Base	Tax’s Periodicity	Tax Rate
Passenger	Seating Capacity (under 12)	Annual	Rs. 600 per Seat
Passenger	Seating Capacity (under 12)	One Time (optional)	Rs. 5400 per Seat
Goods	Gross Vehicle Weight	Annual	Rs. 850 per tonne or part thereof/Rs. 7600 per tonne or part thereof
Goods	Gross Vehicle Weight	One Time(optional)	Rs. 7600 per tonne or part thereof

Agra Road Tax: For Other State Vehicles

The road tax for other state vehicles plying in or through Agra depends on the vehicle’s type and the number of operating days in the state.

The following table contains the various road tax slabs for other state vehicles plying in or through Agra:

Vehicle Type	Tax’s Periodicity	Tax Rate
Light Goods Vehicles	No. of operating days in UP	Rs.50/-per day
Medium Goods Vehicles	No. of operating days in UP	Rs.75/-per day
Heavy Goods Vehicles	Monthly tax = 12 days if deposited	Rs.100/-per day
Non-AC Vehicles (Public service vehicles)	Monthly tax = 12 days if deposited	Rs.20/-per day
AC Vehicles (Public service vehicles)	Quarterly tax = 30 days if  deposited	Rs.30/-per day

How to Pay Agra Road Tax Online?

Paying or renewing the vehicle tax is very simple in Agra. You can pay the appropriate road tax by visiting the Parivahan website or Uttar Pradesh Transport Department’s official website.

Remember, if you own a commercial vehicle in Agra, you have to pay the road tax either yearly or monthly. Moreover, you need to pay the Agra road tax if you require a temporary permit or are on a commercial trip in the state.  

The following are the steps to pay road tax online using the Parivahan website in Agra:

• Step 1: Visit the Parivahan website.

• Step 2: Enter your vehicle registration number.

• Step 3: Select the State (Uttar Pradesh) from the drop-down menu.

• Step 4: Select the RTO and click on ‘Proceed.’

• Step 5: You will find ‘Pay your tax’ under ‘RC-related services.’

• Step 6: Click on ‘Pay your tax’ and enter your registration number. The portal will display the pending road tax amount. 

• Step 7: You can pay the road tax using a credit card, debit card or internet banking. 

• Step 8: After the payment is successful, you will receive the receipt in your email. Alternatively, you may download it from the Parivahan website. 

You can also pay Agra road tax for your vehicle offline by visiting any RTO in Uttar Pradesh. Find your nearest RTO by visiting the UP Transport Department website. 

The Penalty for Non-Payment of Road Tax in Agra

As mentioned, non-payment of road tax is a punishable offence in all Indian states, including Uttar Pradesh.

If you do not pay the appropriate road tax amount, the UP transport department will impose a 4% penalty on the due tax amount every month.

However, the amount will not be higher than double the net road tax amount. Also, if you do not pay the lifetime road tax, the penalty will be 1/10th of the tax amount every year.

List of Different Motor Insurance Plans for Vehicle Owners in Agra

In a report published by the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in 2020, it was observed that, with 13,695 road accidents, Uttar Pradesh is second on the list of Indian states with the highest number of road accident fatalities.

Hence, purchasing a motor insurance plan in Agra is not only a legal liability but also required to secure your journey on the roads of Uttar Pradesh.

Car Insurance	Bike Insurance
Comprehensive Car Insurance	Comprehensive Bike Insurance
Third-Party Car Insurance	Third-Party Bike Insurance
Commercial Car Insurance

Conclusion

Paying Agra road tax is not only compulsory but also essential for ensuring the development of roads and infrastructure in Uttar Pradesh. Vehicle owners can pay taxes by visiting the Parivahan website or their nearest RTO office. Non-payment of road tax makes motorists liable to pay hefty penalties.

Besides paying the Agra road tax, all vehicle owners in Uttar Pradesh must also purchase reliable motor insurance plans. ACKO provides a range of insurance policies with maximum features to make your road trips hassle-free and peaceful. You can include several add-ons to your policy to maximise the coverage limits.

Frequently Asked Questions on Agra Road Tax