Pakistan’s motor vehicle tax system varies by province, engine capacity, and whether you are a tax filer or non-filer. This free online calculator instantly shows you the annual token tax you owe, the full cost of registering a new car, and the fees involved in transferring ownership — all based on the official FY 2025-26 rates from provincial Excise & Taxation Departments.
Pakistan Motor Vehicle Tax Calculator
Free online calculator for token tax, registration fees & transfer costs — All provinces FY 2025-26
What is Motor Vehicle Token Tax in Pakistan?
Motor vehicle token tax is an annual fee collected by provincial Excise & Taxation Departments from all registered vehicle owners in Pakistan. It is governed under the Motor Vehicle Ordinance, 1965 and serves as a yearly renewal of your vehicle’s legal right to operate on public roads. Once paid, a physical token or digital sticker is issued as proof of payment — traffic police can stop and fine any vehicle not displaying a valid token.
The tax year runs from 1 July to 30 June every year. If you pay your full annual token tax on or before 31 August, you receive a 10% early payment rebate, effectively reducing your total dues.
How to Use This Calculator
This calculator covers all five provinces and territories of Pakistan. Here is how to get your result in under 30 seconds:
- Select your province — Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Islamabad, or Balochistan
- Choose your vehicle type — Car/Jeep, Motorcycle, Double Cabin, or Commercial
- Enter your engine capacity in CC — found in your registration book or vehicle manual
- Enter your vehicle’s purchase price in PKR — for new registration fee calculation
- Enter your vehicle’s age in years — vehicles 10+ years are WHT exempt
- Select Filer or Non-Filer status — registered FBR taxpayers pay significantly less
- Click Calculate — instantly see Annual Token Tax, New Registration Cost, and Transfer Fee
Token Tax Rates by Province — FY 2025-26
Punjab
Punjab has moved to a value-based token tax system. Cars with invoice values between PKR 1,000,000 and PKR 2,000,000 pay 0.2% of invoice value annually, while vehicles above PKR 2,000,000 pay 0.3%. Vehicles up to 1000cc are eligible for a one-time lifetime token tax of PKR 20,000 — pay once and never again. Punjab also offers a 10% discount for payments made before 31 August through the ePay Punjab app.
Islamabad (Federal Capital)
Islamabad follows the Federal Withholding Tax schedule under Section 231B of the Income Tax Ordinance 2001. The rates are among the most progressive — small cars up to 850cc pay PKR 10,000 for filers and PKR 20,000 for non-filers, while mid-range cars like 1300cc to 1499cc pay PKR 2,500 (filer) or PKR 5,000 (non-filer). Vehicles 10 years or older are exempt from withholding tax.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK)
KPK applies Withholding Tax under Section 234 of the Income Tax Ordinance. The filer advantage is significant — a 1800cc car owner who files their taxes pays PKR 6,000 annually versus PKR 12,000 for non-filers. KPK motorcycles pay a one-time lifetime token tax of just PKR 1,000.
Sindh
Sindh’s vehicle tax system is administered through the excise.gos.pk portal. New cars up to 1000cc pay a one-time PKR 20,000 lifetime tax. Motorcycles up to 149cc pay just PKR 80 per year. Sindh has digitised most of its services and offers online payment through the e-Payment GOS app using a PSID number.
Balochistan
Balochistan follows flat annual rates. Cars between 1001cc–1500cc pay PKR 1,200 per year, 1501cc–2000cc pay PKR 1,500, and above 2000cc pay PKR 1,800. Motorcycles are covered by a one-time lifetime tax of PKR 1,500. Balochistan also grants special exemptions for electric vehicles.
Filer vs Non-Filer:
Filing your FBR income tax return can save you thousands of rupees every single year on your vehicle tax alone. To check your filer status, visit the FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) at fbr.gov.pk.
| CC Range & Province | Filer Annual Tax | Non-Filer Annual Tax | Extra Cost for Non-Filer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 1000cc (Islamabad) | PKR 10,000 | PKR 20,000 | PKR 10,000 more |
| 1300–1499cc (Islamabad) | PKR 2,500 | PKR 5,000 | PKR 2,500 more |
| 1600–1999cc (KPK) | PKR 6,000 | PKR 12,000 | PKR 6,000 more |
| 2000cc+ (KPK) | PKR 12,000 | PKR 24,000 | PKR 12,000 more |
Vehicle Registration Fee — New Cars in Pakistan
When registering a new vehicle for the first time, you pay a one-time registration fee calculated as a percentage of your vehicle’s invoice value:
| Vehicle Type | Fee Rate | Example: PKR 2,500,000 car |
|---|---|---|
| Cars ≤ 1000cc | 1.0% of invoice value | PKR 25,000 |
| Cars 1001–1300cc | 1.25% of invoice value | PKR 31,250 |
| Cars 1301–2500cc | 2.25% of invoice value | PKR 56,250 |
| Cars above 2500cc | 5.0% of invoice value | PKR 125,000 |
| Double Cabin (Vigo/Revo) | 4.0% of invoice value | PKR 100,000 |
| Motorcycle ≤ 149cc | 1.0% of invoice value | — |
| Commercial Vehicles | 1.25% of invoice value | — |
Transfer of Ownership Fees in Pakistan
When buying or selling a used vehicle in Pakistan, the new owner must pay a Transfer of Ownership fee to update the registration with Excise & Taxation:
| Vehicle | Transfer Fee |
|---|---|
| Motorcycle / Scooter | PKR 500 |
| Car ≤ 800cc | PKR 1,600 |
| Car 801cc – 1500cc | PKR 2,000 |
| Car 1501cc – 2000cc | PKR 3,000 |
| Car 2001cc – 3000cc | PKR 5,000 |
| Car above 3000cc | PKR 7,000 |
| Rickshaw | PKR 800 |
| Heavy Transport | PKR 4,000 |
Important: The seller must clear all outstanding token tax dues before ownership transfer can be processed. You will also need a T.O. Form, CNIC copies of both buyer and seller, and the original registration book.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is motor vehicle token tax in Pakistan?
Motor vehicle token tax is a mandatory annual fee collected by provincial Excise & Taxation Departments from all vehicle owners. It legally certifies that your vehicle can operate on public roads for the financial year (July 1 – June 30). Rates vary by province, engine capacity (CC), vehicle type, and whether you are an FBR tax filer or non-filer.
How is token tax different from registration fee?
Registration fee is a one-time payment made when you register a new vehicle for the first time. It is calculated as a percentage of the vehicle’s invoice value (1% to 5% depending on engine size). Token tax is a recurring annual fee for keeping your existing registered vehicle on the road.
Do filers really pay less token tax than non-filers?
Yes, significantly less. In Islamabad and KPK, filers pay exactly half of what non-filers pay on withholding tax. For example, a 1800cc car owner in KPK who is a filer pays PKR 6,000 per year, while a non-filer pays PKR 12,000 for the same vehicle. Registering with FBR and filing your annual income tax return is the single easiest way to reduce your vehicle tax burden.
Are vehicles 10 years or older exempt from withholding tax?
Yes. Under the Income Tax Ordinance, vehicles that are 10 years or older from their registration date are fully exempt from withholding tax (Section 231B and 234). However, they still pay 75% of the regular annual token tax. This calculator automatically applies the exemption and discount when you enter a vehicle age of 10 or more years.
What is the 10% token tax rebate?
Punjab and several other provincial excise departments offer a 10% discount on annual token tax if you pay the full year’s dues on or before 31 August of the financial year. For example, if your annual token tax is PKR 4,500, paying before 31 August reduces it to PKR 4,050. This calculator automatically shows you the discounted amount alongside the regular amount.
What is a lifetime token tax?
Lifetime token tax is a one-time payment option available for certain vehicle categories — mainly motorcycles and cars up to 1000cc. Once you pay the lifetime amount, you are permanently exempt from annual token tax for that vehicle. In Punjab, cars up to 1000cc can opt for a PKR 20,000 lifetime payment. Motorcycles in most provinces also have a lifetime token tax option ranging from PKR 1,000 to PKR 3,000.
How do I pay token tax online in Punjab?
Download the ePay Punjab app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Register with your CNIC and mobile number. Select Excise and Taxation Department, then Token Tax. Enter your vehicle registration number — the app calculates your dues automatically and generates a 17-digit PSID number. Use this PSID to pay through mobile banking, internet banking, ATM, JazzCash, or Easypaisa.
How do I pay token tax online in Sindh?
Visit excise.gos.pk or download the e-Payment GOS app. Choose Quick Tax Payment, enter your vehicle registration details, and generate a PSID. Pay through internet banking, ATM, mobile banking, or a bank counter using your PSID. The smart vehicle card in Sindh costs an additional PKR 750 for new registrations.
What is the penalty for late vehicle registration?
If you fail to register a new vehicle within 30 days of purchase, you face escalating penalties. For cars, the penalty starts at PKR 10,000 for 31–60 days late, rises to PKR 50,000 for 91–120 days, and reaches PKR 200,000 for delays beyond 180 days. Motorcycles face a PKR 5,000 penalty for any delay beyond 30 days.
What is luxury tax on vehicles in Pakistan?
Luxury tax is a one-time additional fee charged at the time of new registration for high-value vehicles. Imported cars above 3000cc are subject to PKR 450,000 in luxury tax. Imported cars between 2000cc–2999cc pay PKR 275,000. For locally assembled vehicles, luxury tax applies to cars above 1500cc — PKR 25,000 for 1500–1999cc and PKR 50,000 for 2000cc and above.