Checking your car tax status online in India is free and instant — no login required. The Parivahan portal (parivahan.gov.in) allows you to check the road tax payment status of any registered vehicle across India by simply entering the registration number. This helps you verify that tax has been paid, check validity dates, and identify any pending amounts before renewal.
What Your Tax Status Shows
When you check car tax status, you see: last tax payment date and amount, tax validity period (when renewal is due), any pending tax or penalties, and whether the vehicle is registered in a state that has received your tax payment.
When to Check Car Tax Status
Before buying a used car (verify tax is paid), before your RC renewal date (ensure no pending tax), after moving to a new state (check if re-tax is needed), and before long trips (ensure no tax-related issues).
How can I check my car's tax status online?
Visit parivahan.gov.in → Enter your vehicle registration number → View tax payment status, validity date, and any pending amounts. The check is free and requires no login — available for all registered vehicles in India.
What does car tax status check show?
Car tax status check shows: last tax payment date, amount paid, tax validity period, any pending tax due, and any penalties for late payment. This helps ensure your vehicle's tax is always current.
Can I check tax status for any state's vehicle?
Yes — Parivahan covers vehicles registered across all Indian states. Enter the full registration number (e.g., DL01AB1234) and the portal will show the tax status regardless of which state RTO issued the registration.
What happens if I don't pay road tax?
If road tax is not paid, the RTO will not renew the registration certificate (RC). Driving with an expired RC is a traffic offence. Additionally, unpaid road tax may attract interest penalties (typically 2% per month) over time.
How do I check if my old car is exempt from road tax?
BS6 vehicles and electric vehicles may qualify for road tax exemptions in some states. Check your state transport department's website or visit the local RTO with your vehicle documents to confirm eligibility for any exemption.
Official Resources: Parivahan Portal | India GST Portal | NHAI