| TYPE OF CHARGE | AMOUNT |
|---|---|
| Registration Charges | Rs. 600 – For all cars |
| Hypothecation Charges | Rs. 1,500 – If the car is purchased on a loan |
| Number Plate Charges | Rs. 230 – 400 – Same for HSRP Number Plate |
| Parking Fee/State Development Charges | Rs. 2,000 – MCD Parking Fees for cars under Rs. 4 Lakh Rs. 4,000 – MCD Parking Fees for cars above Rs. 4 Lakh (Applicable in some States) |
| Temporary Registration Charges | Rs. 1,200 – 1,500 – Temporary Registration for up to 1 month |
| Road Tax Charges (Personal Registration) | Cars under Rs. 5.0 Lakh: 6% Cars between Rs. 5.0 – 10.0 Lakh: 8% Cars above Rs. 10.0 Lakh: 10% |
| FasTag Charges | Rs. 600 FasTag fees payable on purchase of the vehicle |
According to the Motor Vehicle Taxation Act of 1988, the state government of Odisha levies road tax on residents who purchase and operate their vehicles in the state. The road tax charge in Odisha is calculated depending on the vehicle’s weight, age, price, make and model, etc. Road tax is a mandatory charge that contributes to the maintenance and development of the road infrastructure. Timely payment of road tax is crucial, and non- Compliance with the law can lead to hefty penalties.
The transport department of Odisha oversees all vehicle-related activities, such as vehicle registration, driver licensing, granting permits, and NOCs, while implementing road safety rules and regulations. An important aspect of RTO Odisha is the assignment of unique RTO codes to various jurisdictions within the state. There are over 35 RTOs in Odisha with their unique RTO codes, which play a crucial role in streamlining the vehicle registration process and facilitating the smooth movement of vehicles within the state borders.