Vehicle Road Tax and Charges in Meghalaya

Meghalaya, the city of clouds, has approximately 357 thousand registered vehicles in March 2023. Considering the demand, this number will only increase in the upcoming years. Hence, it is imperative to maintain the roads and infrastructure in the state for an optimal driving experience.

In this context, the State Government of Meghalaya invests substantial amounts for which they levy a Meghalaya road tax.

Let's skim through the following section and learn more about road taxes in Meghalaya!

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What Is Road Tax in Meghalaya?

Under the Meghalaya Motor Vehicle Taxation (Amendment) Act, 2001, every registered owner of a vehicle or a person in possession of the same is liable to pay this tax. The Government utilises this tax to recover funds invested in improving the road conditions.

Further, the road tax varies across types of vehicles. Thus, the Meghalaya road tax charges are different for two-wheelers and four-wheelers.

One must pay these taxes during vehicle registration with Meghalaya RTO or Regional Transport Office.

How to Calculate Road Tax in Meghalaya?

While calculating road taxes in Meghalaya, you might want to consider the following factors -

Vehicle's age.
Manufacturer and make.
Fuel type.
Length and width of the commuter.
Engine capacity.
Purpose of use.
Manufacturing place.
Seating capacity.
Number of wheels.

Furthermore, the transport department levies a tax equivalent to the vehicle's original cost to ensure standard taxation across all vehicle categories.

Road Tax for Two-wheelers in Meghalaya

Take a look at the following table for road tax rates of two-wheelers in Meghalaya -

Two-wheelers	10 Years Tax	Tax for Every 5 Years After 10 Years (in ₹)
Less than 65 kgs unladen	₹1,100	₹310
65kgs to 90 kgs unladen	₹1,800	₹470
90 kgs to 135 kgs	₹2,500	₹630
More than 135 kgs	₹2,990	Unknown

Road Tax for Four-wheelers in Meghalaya

To know more about Meghalaya road tax for cars, you might want to take a look at the following table -

Four-wheelers	10 Years Tax	Tax for Every 5 Years after 10 Years (in ₹)
Original cost of vehicle up to ₹3.00 lakhs	4% of the original cost	₹6,000
Original cost above ₹3.00 lakhs	6% of the original cost	₹9,000
Original cost of vehicle above ₹15.00 lakhs	8% of the original cost	₹13,550
Original cost above ₹20.00 lakhs	10% of the original cost	₹16,500

Apart from this, the taxation on four-wheeler passenger vehicles and others are as follows -

Type of Vehicles	Annual Tax	Quarterly Tax
Local taxi (with a capacity of 6 person)	₹2,730	₹735
Tourist taxi (with a capacity of 6 person or less)	₹5,040	₹1,365
Tourist maxi cab (with a capacity of 7 to 12 seating)	₹5,985	₹1,575
Tourist maxi cab	₹5,985	₹1,575
Light minibus	₹7,350	₹2,100
Medium minibus	₹7,350 + ₹80 for every seat above 30	₹2,100 + ₹20 for every seat above 30
Omni tourist bus	₹12,600	₹3,150
Deluxe express buses with a capacity of more than 30	₹10,500 + ₹105 for every seat above 30	₹2,100 + ₹25 for every seat above 30
All Meghalaya Super Deluxe Contract	₹42,000	₹10,500

Road Tax for Commercial Vehicles in Meghalaya

Here is a list of Meghalaya commercial vehicle tax rates you should know about -

Type of Vehicles	Annual Tax	Quarterly Tax
Light goods vehicle (less than 1 metric tonne)	₹1,575	₹420
Light goods vehicle (1 metric tonne to 3 metric tonnes)	₹3,150	₹840
Medium goods vehicle (3 metric tonnes to 7 metric tonnes)	₹3,150 + ₹735 for every additional 1 metric tonne above 3 metric tonnes	₹840 + ₹183 for every additional 1 metric tonne above 3 metric tonne
Heavy goods vehicles (7M.T. to 12M.T.)	₹6,300 + ₹210 for every additional 1M.T. above 7M.T.	₹1,680 + ₹52 for every additional 1M.T. above 7M.T.
Heavy goods vehicle (above 12M.T.)	₹8,400 + ₹315 for every additional 1M.T. above 12M.T.	₹2,205 + ₹78 for every additional 1M.T. above 12M.T.
Light trailer	₹630	₹156
Medium trailer	₹1575	₹393
Heavy trailer	₹2,625	₹708
Light tractor (not more than 2M.T.)	₹630	₹156
Medium tractor (between 2M.T. and 5M.T.)	₹1,260	₹315
Heavy (more than 5M.T.)	₹2,100	₹525
Mechanical or hydraulic crane (less than 3M.T.)	₹2,625	₹682
Mechanical or hydraulic cranes (3M.T. to 5M.T.)	₹4,200 or 0.25% of the cost of the crane, whichever is higher	₹1,050 or 0.25% of the cost of the crane, whichever is higher
Hydraulic or Mechanical cranes weighing more than 5M.T.	₹4,200 + ₹525 for every tonne in excess of 5M.T. or 0.25% of the cost of the crane, whichever is higher	₹1,050 + ₹132 for every tonne in excess of 5M.T. or 0.25% of the cost of the crane, whichever is higher
Other vehicles	One time tax of 1.1% of the cost of the chassis/vehicle	Unknown

Penalties for Not Paying Road Tax in Meghalaya

In case an individual fails to pay the Meghalaya road tax price, he or she may be liable to pay fines up to double the amount of vehicle tax due concerning the vehicle. Hence, it is practical to pay the tax and avoid financial and legal liability.

How to Make Online Road Tax Payment in Meghalaya?

To pay road tax online in Meghalaya, one needs to follow these steps -

Visit the Vahan Citizen Services portal of the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/ui/statevalidation/homepage.xhtml).
Submit necessary details like registration number, state and RTO to proceed.
On the new page, you will find a drop-down menu of RC related services. Select the "Pay your tax" option.
Enter your vehicle registration number to view the amount of Meghalaya road tax online.
Select your preferred mode of payment and pay the taxes.

Meghalaya Border Tax for Other State Vehicles

Registered owners of vehicles from other states who use or keep their commuters in public places of Meghalaya are liable to pay the road tax. They can pay it either via money order or through bank drafts.

List of RTOs in Meghalaya

Currently, there are 14 RTOs in Meghalaya. Here are the locations and their respective codes listed out in the following table:

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RTO Locations	RTO Codes
Meghalaya	ML01
Meghalaya	ML02
Meghalaya	ML03
Jaintia Hills/ Jowai	ML04
Shillong	ML05
West Khasi hills/ Nongstoin	ML06
East Garo hills/ Williamnagar	ML07
West Garo hills/ Tura	ML08
South Garo hills/ Baghmara	ML09
Nongpoh	ML10
Khliehriat	ML11
Mawkyrwat	ML12
Resubelpara	ML13
Ampati	ML14

Now that you know the importance and other details of Meghalaya road tax, you can go through the payment procedure above and pay your taxes in a hassle-free manner.

FAQs About Vehicle Road Tax and Charges in Meghalaya

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When should I pay road tax in Meghalaya?

You can pay Meghalaya road tax just after the completion of the registration process or while making the entire payment. Moreover, after 10 years you should again pay the required tax. Additionally, you can also pay it half-yearly, quarterly or annually, not less than 7 days or more than 45 days from the quarter's or half-year's commencement.

Can I calculate road taxes in Meghalaya online?

Yes, you need to visit the e-Vahan portal and click on "Know Your MV Tax". After this, you will need to submit details like state, vehicle type, category, registration number etc. On entering the verification code, and other details you will get your tax details on the screen.

What is the importance of tokens in road tax payment?

After paying the road tax in Meghalaya, the Government issues a token that holds information such as the amount paid, vehicle's registration number, and the period for which the tax has been paid.