Sindh Motor Vehicle Tax & Registration Fee – Complete Guide 2025
The Motor Vehicle Tax in Sindh is enforced under the Sindh Motor Vehicle Taxation Act, 1958 and Motor Vehicle Rules, 1959. The Excise & Taxation Department collects tax through a fully computerized system, making registration and payment easier for all vehicle owners. Sindh Motor Vehicle Tax Fee Guide 2025.
For public convenience, the system is connected across:
- Civic Centre Karachi (Main System)
- National Bank of Pakistan – 12 Designated Branches
- Regional Directorates: Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Mirpurkhas
Yani aap Sindh ke kisi bhi region se gaari ki registration, token tax ya transfer fee easily check aur pay kar saktay hain.
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Sindh Motor Vehicle Tax Fee Guide 2025 and Registration
This fee is paid at the time of new vehicle registration. Rates depend on engine capacity.
Registration Fee for Cars & Jeeps
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| Cars/Jeeps up to 1000cc | 1% of vehicle value |
| 1001–1300cc | 1.25% of vehicle value |
| 1301–2500cc | 2.25% of vehicle value |
| Above 2500cc | 5% of vehicle value |
| Toyota Vigo/Revo/Tundra & double cabin commercial | 4% of vehicle value |
Registration Fee for Other Vehicles
| Vehicle Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Trucks/Buses/Pickups/Rickshaws/Vans | 1.25% of value |
| Dumpers/Excavators/Cranes (commercial) | 0.5% of value |
| Motorcycles up to 149cc | 1% of value |
| Motorcycles 150cc+ | 2% of value |
| Agricultural Tractors | Rs. 2,000 |
Urdu tip: Registration fee gaari ki market value per percentage lagta hai, jitni bara engine hoga utni zyada fee.
Motor Vehicle Transfer Fee (Sindh)
When ownership is transferred, the following charges apply:
| S. No | Vehicle Category | Transfer Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle/Scooter | Rs. 500 |
| 2 | HTV (Heavy Transport Vehicle) | Rs. 4,000 |
| 3 | Cars/Jeeps up to 800cc | Rs. 1,600 |
| 4 | 801cc – 1500cc | Rs. 2,000 |
| 5 | 1501cc – 2000cc | Rs. 3,000 |
| 6 | 2001cc – 3000cc | Rs. 5,000 |
| 7 | Above 3000cc | Rs. 7,000 |
| 8 | Rickshaw | Rs. 800 |
Motor Vehicle Tax (Token Tax) – Sindh
New Motorcycles:
| Engine Capacity | Tax |
|---|---|
| Up to 149cc | Rs. 1800 (once for all) |
| 150cc & above | Rs. 3000 (once for all) |
Already Registered Motorcycles
| Age of Bike | Tax |
|---|---|
| Less than 5 years | Rs. 600 (one time) / Rs. 80 yearly |
| 5–10 years | Rs. 300 / Rs. 80 yearly |
| 10–15 years | Rs. 100 / Rs. 80 yearly |
Cars up to 1000cc (New Registration)
| Category | Tax |
|---|---|
| Cars up to 1000cc (not registered before) | Rs. 20,000 (one time) |
Cars Already Registered
| Age of Car | Tax |
|---|---|
| 3–5 years old | Rs. 15,000 |
(More slabs exist but not provided in the given data.)
Luxury Tax on Motor Vehicles (Sindh)
At the time of registration, luxury tax is charged as follows:
| Category | Tax Amount |
|---|---|
| Imported cars 3000cc+ | Rs. 450,000 |
| Imported cars 2000–2999cc | Rs. 275,000 |
| Imported cars 1500–1999cc | Rs. 100,000 |
| Local cars 2000cc+ | Rs. 50,000 |
| Local cars 1500–1999cc | Rs. 25,000 |
Premium (Prime) Number Plate Charges – Sindh
Sindh offers special premium number plates under categories:
| Category | Features | Example | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Titanium | 3 letters + 3 digits | NSA-337 | Rs. 2,000,000 |
| Lithium | 5 letters + 1 digit | ABCDE-1 | Rs. 1,000,000 |
| Copper | 1–2 letters + 4 digits | PR-123 | Rs. 500,000 |
| Silicon | ABC-123, AB-1234 | Any number | Rs. 300,000 |
Some numbers like 786, 111, 007 etc. fall under Annexure-I and cost more.
Penalty for Delayed Registration (Effective Feb 2025)
| Delay Time | Penalty |
|---|---|
| 30–60 days | Rs. 10,000 |
| 60–90 days | Rs. 25,000 |
| 90–120 days | Rs. 50,000 |
| 120–150 days | Rs. 75,000 |
| 150–180 days | Rs. 100,000 |
| 180+ days | Rs. 200,000 |
| Motorcycle default (30+ days) | Rs. 5,000 |
| Rickshaw/Public transport (30+ days) | Rs. 10,000 |
Urdu note: 30 din se zyada delay per penalty lagna start hoti hai, is liye registration time per karwana zaroori hai.
Latest News from Sindh Excise Department
- Feb 2025: Updated vehicle transfer penalties
- Nov 2024: Mukesh Chawla rejoined Sindh cabinet
- Oct 2024: Anti–Money Laundering notification issued
- Oct 2024: Premium Number Plate exhibition in Karachi (postponed)
Conclusion
The Sindh Motor Vehicle Tax and Registration system is now fully digitized, making it easier for citizens to register vehicles, pay token tax, transfer ownership, and even purchase premium plates. With interconnected systems across major cities, the process is transparent, efficient, and user-friendly.
