How much is the car transfer fee in Punjab 2026?

Per the official Punjab Excise & Taxation transfer fee schedule July 2026 (excise.punjab.gov.pk/motorvehicle_tax): Motorcycle / Scooter Rs 910, Car up to 1000cc Rs 4,540, Car 1001cc to 1800cc Rs 9,075, Car above 1800cc Rs 18,150, Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) Rs 9,075. These are base transfer fees only. Add Rs 1,300 Data Embedded Smart Card fee, Rs 150 biometric verification, Rs 500-1,000 notary attestation on the transfer letter, and Lifetime Token Tax if the vehicle is being transferred within 10 years of first registration. Total all-in cost for a typical 1300cc car (1001-1800cc bracket) is approximately Rs 11,025 to Rs 11,525 for a 10+ year old vehicle, or higher if lifetime token tax applies.

How much is the RC transfer fee in Punjab?

RC transfer and ownership transfer are the same thing in Punjab, so the fees are identical: RC stands for Registration Certificate, the document Excise reissues in the buyer's name. Base Excise fee is Rs 910 for a motorcycle, Rs 4,540 up to 1000cc, Rs 9,075 for 1001cc to 1800cc and Rs 18,150 above 1800cc, plus Rs 1,300 for the Data Embedded Smart Card that now replaces the old paper RC book, Rs 150 biometric and Rs 500 to Rs 1,000 notary on the transfer letter. There is no separate charge for the certificate itself, so anyone quoting you an extra RC fee on top of these is adding their own service charge.

What is the car transfer fee for a 660cc Suzuki Alto in Punjab?

Suzuki Alto 660cc falls in the Car up to 1000cc bracket per Excise Punjab schedule. Base transfer fee is Rs 4,540. Total transfer cost: base Rs 4,540 + smart card Rs 1,300 + biometric Rs 150 + notary Rs 500-1,000 = Rs 6,490 to Rs 6,990 for a 10+ year old Alto (no lifetime token tax). If the Alto is under 10 years old, add Lifetime Token Tax Rs 20,000 (base) minus 10 percent per year of age rebate. Example: 5-year-old Alto = Rs 20,000 x 50 percent rebate = Rs 10,000 LTT payable, bringing total to Rs 16,490 to Rs 16,990.

What is the car transfer fee for a 1300cc Toyota Corolla in Punjab?

Toyota Corolla 1300cc falls in the Car 1001-1800cc bracket per Excise Punjab schedule. Base transfer fee is Rs 9,075. Total transfer cost: base Rs 9,075 + smart card Rs 1,300 + biometric Rs 150 + notary Rs 500-1,000 = Rs 11,025 to Rs 11,525 all-in. This bracket does NOT attract Lifetime Token Tax at transfer (LTT applies only to motorcycles and cars up to 1000cc), so the same total applies regardless of vehicle age. Same fee range applies to Toyota Corolla 1500cc / 1600cc / 1800cc, Honda City 1200cc / 1500cc, Honda Civic 1500cc / 1800cc, and Suzuki Swift 1200cc.

What is the motorcycle transfer fee in Punjab 2026?

Motorcycle / Scooter transfer fee in Punjab is Rs 910 base fee per Excise Punjab schedule (uniform across engine sizes: Honda CD70, CG125, Yamaha YBR125, Suzuki GS150 all pay the same base). Total transfer cost: Rs 910 + smart card Rs 1,300 + biometric Rs 150 + notary Rs 500-1,000 = Rs 2,860 to Rs 3,360 all-in for a motorcycle over 10 years old. If the motorcycle is under 10 years old, add Lifetime Token Tax Rs 1,500 base minus 10 percent per year of age rebate. Example: 3-year-old CG125 = Rs 1,500 x 30 percent rebate = Rs 1,050 LTT payable, bringing total to Rs 3,910 to Rs 4,410.

What is Lifetime Token Tax on car transfer in Punjab?

Lifetime Token Tax (LTT) is a one-time tax payable at ownership transfer for vehicles transferred within 10 years of their first registration date. It applies ONLY to Motorcycle (Rs 1,500 base) and Car up to 1000cc (Rs 20,000 base). Cars above 1000cc, HTV, and vehicles over 10 years old do NOT pay LTT at transfer. The base LTT amount is reduced by 10 percent per year of vehicle age at time of transfer. Example: A 5-year-old Suzuki Alto (up to 1000cc) transferred gets 50 percent rebate on the Rs 20,000 base = Rs 10,000 payable. A 3-year-old Honda CD70 motorcycle transferred gets 30 percent rebate on Rs 1,500 = Rs 1,050 payable. Vehicles 10+ years old are fully exempt from LTT at transfer.

What documents are needed to transfer a car in Punjab?

Documents required for private car ownership transfer in Punjab (verified against MTMIS Punjab process): (1) Original vehicle Registration Book issued by Excise, (2) Sale Deed / Transfer Letter with notary public attestation showing sale price and both parties' signatures, (3) Buyer CNIC copy front and back, (4) Seller CNIC copy front and back, (5) Two passport-size photographs of the buyer, (6) Latest paid Token Tax challan (proof of no arrears), (7) Filled Form F (Transfer of Ownership application, downloadable from mtmis.excise-punjab.gov.pk), (8) Bank Loan NOC if the vehicle was previously financed, (9) Passing certificate copy if applicable. HTV commercial vehicles additionally need route permit and fitness certificate. Motorcycles over 3 years old need a fitness certificate. All documents submitted at the Excise Registration Authority in your district.

How long does car transfer take in Punjab 2026?

Punjab vehicle transfer processing typically takes 10-15 working days from document submission at the Excise Registration Authority. You can track transfer status via the MTMIS Punjab system (mtmis.excise-punjab.gov.pk) using your vehicle registration number. Faster expedited transfer (5-7 days) is available at some district Excise offices for an additional facilitation fee. Common delays: (1) missing bank NOC for previously financed vehicles, (2) unattested sale deed or missing notary stamp, (3) unpaid arrears on token tax, (4) mismatched CNIC name between the sale deed and NADRA record. Fix these before submitting to avoid rejection and re-submission delay.

What is the smart card fee for vehicle transfer in Punjab?

The Data Embedded Card (Smart Card) fee in Punjab is Rs 1,300 per the official Excise Punjab motorvehicle_tax schedule. This applies uniformly across motorcycle, private car (all CC brackets), and HTV commercial vehicles. The smart card replaces the paper registration book with a plastic card containing the vehicle's registration data embedded in a chip. It is issued at the time of transfer and delivered along with the new registration book. Some earlier sources cite Rs 550 or Rs 530 as smart card fee; this refers to an older rate that was revised. The current Rs 1,300 rate is confirmed on the official Excise Punjab page.

Is there a filer vs non-filer difference on car transfer fee in Punjab?

No, the base transfer fee and smart card fee do NOT differ between filer and non-filer per Punjab Excise schedule. The filer / non-filer distinction applies to Withholding Tax (WHT) and Section 231B advance tax, which are separate from the transfer fee itself. WHT applies at time of registration and at certain subsequent transactions; it doubled for non-filers under Finance Act 2026-27. Practical impact: if you are a non-filer transferring a car within 5 years of first registration, you may face additional WHT at the transfer counter. File a free FBR nil return at iris.fbr.gov.pk before initiating the transfer to become a filer and avoid the doubled WHT (30 minutes work, unlocks Rs 20,000-50,000 annual saving across other transactions too).

How can I check my car transfer status on MTMIS Punjab?

Check Punjab vehicle transfer status via the MTMIS (Motor Transport Management Information System) portal at mtmis.excise-punjab.gov.pk. Steps: (1) Open the MTMIS portal on any web browser (mobile-friendly), (2) Enter your vehicle registration number in the search field (format LEA-1234 or LZH-4567), (3) Click Search. The system displays: vehicle owner name (updates after successful transfer), engine and chassis number, registration date, transfer date if recent, token tax status, any pending arrears. You can also SMS your registration number to 8785 (Punjab Excise MTMIS SMS service) for a quick status check. If the transfer is completed but MTMIS still shows the old owner after 15 working days, contact your Excise Registration Authority directly with your file receipt number.

Car Transfer Fee Punjab 2026 (1000cc Rs 4,540, 1800cc+ Rs 18,150)

Free vehicle ownership transfer fee calculator for Punjab, covering RC transfer and registration certificate reissue. Instant breakdown of Excise transfer fee + smart card + biometric + notary + lifetime token tax by engine CC and vehicle age. Verified July 2026 official Excise Punjab rates.

Last reviewed: 18 August 2026Results are estimates. Verify rates from the linked official sources before acting on the number.

About the Car Transfer Fee Punjab 2026 (1000cc Rs 4,540, 1800cc+ Rs 18,150)

Punjab's most complete car ownership transfer fee calculator with verified July 2026 rates from the official Punjab Excise & Taxation Department (excise.punjab.gov.pk/motorvehicle_tax). Enter your vehicle category (motorcycle, car up to 1000cc, car 1001-1800cc, car above 1800cc, or HTV commercial vehicle) and vehicle age, and get an instant breakdown showing base transfer fee (Motorcycle Rs 910, Car up to 1000cc Rs 4,540, Car 1001-1800cc Rs 9,075, Car above 1800cc Rs 18,150, HTV Rs 9,075), Data Embedded Smart Card fee (Rs 1,300 official), NADRA biometric verification (Rs 150 typical), notary attestation cost (Rs 500-1,000 typical), and Lifetime Token Tax with 10 percent per-year age rebate for motorcycles (Rs 1,500 base) and cars up to 1000cc (Rs 20,000 base) transferred within 10 years of first registration. Full documents checklist per vehicle type (registration book, sale deed / transfer letter with notary attestation, buyer and seller CNIC, Form F, photographs, token tax challan, bank NOC if previously financed, fitness certificate for HTV or motorcycle over 3 years, route permit for commercial). Fee schedule comparison table across all 5 vehicle categories at a glance. Perfect for used car buyers verifying total transfer cost before negotiation, sellers estimating the transfer expense to split with the buyer, and dealers managing multiple simultaneous transfers.

Rates last verified: 2026-07-18

Fees are per official Punjab Excise & Taxation schedule (excise.punjab.gov.pk/motorvehicle_tax), re-verified 18 August 2026 and every notified figure matched. Biometric, notary and processing fees vary by service provider. Always confirm final amount at the Excise office or MTMIS system before submitting the transfer.

Your Vehicle Details

Vehicle category

Mid-size sedan and small SUV range. Example: Toyota Corolla 1300cc / 1600cc / 1800cc, Honda City 1200cc / 1500cc

Vehicle age (years since registration)

Enter years since first registration in Pakistan. Older vehicles may qualify for token tax rebate.

Total Transfer Cost (Approximate)

Rs 11,025 to Rs 11,525

Range accounts for notary fee variance (Rs 500 to Rs 1,000)

Government Fee Only

Rs 10,525

Base + smart card + biometric

Fee Breakdown

Fee Item	Amount	Source
Base Transfer Fee 1001cc - 1800cc	Rs 9,075	Excise Punjab official
Data Embedded Smart Card	Rs 1,300	Excise Punjab official
Biometric Verification	Rs 150	Estimate. Not in the notified schedule
Notary Attestation	Rs 500 to Rs 1,000	Estimate. Varies by notary, not a notified fee
Total Estimate Range	Rs 11,025 to Rs 11,525	All-in cost

Documents Required for Transfer

1Original Registration Book (Excise-issued)
2Sale Deed / Transfer Letter attested by a registered notary public
3Buyer CNIC copy (front and back)
4Seller CNIC copy (front and back)
5Two passport-size photographs of the buyer
6Latest paid Token Tax challan (proof of no arrears)
7Filled Form F (Transfer of Ownership application)
8Bank Loan NOC if vehicle was previously financed
9Passing certificate copy (if applicable)

Process: Submit documents at your local Excise Registration Authority in Punjab (Lahore Model Town, Karachi Civic Centre, or your district Excise office). Processing time typically 10-15 working days. You can track transfer status via the MTMIS Punjab system at mtmis.excise-punjab.gov.pk with your registration number.

Fee Schedule by Vehicle Category

Category	Engine CC	Base Fee	Total (typical)
Motorcycle / Scooter	Any CC	Rs 910	Rs 2,860 to Rs 3,360
Car up to 1000cc	Up to 1000cc	Rs 4,540	Rs 6,490 to Rs 6,990
Car 1001cc to 1800cc(selected)	1001cc - 1800cc	Rs 9,075	Rs 11,025 to Rs 11,525
Car above 1800cc	Above 1800cc	Rs 18,150	Rs 20,100 to Rs 20,600
Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV)	Commercial HTV	Rs 9,075	Rs 11,025 to Rs 11,525

Pick your vehicle category: Motorcycle / Scooter, Car up to 1000cc, Car 1001-1800cc, Car above 1800cc, or Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV). Each has its own official base transfer fee.
Enter vehicle age in years since first registration in Pakistan. Older vehicles may qualify for Lifetime Token Tax rebate.
Toggle Lifetime Token Tax if applicable: this only shows for Motorcycle and Car up to 1000cc AND when the vehicle is being transferred within 10 years of first registration.
Read the Total Transfer Cost range at the top: minimum and maximum accounting for notary fee variance (Rs 500-1,000 typical range).
Check the Fee Breakdown table for line-by-line detail: base transfer fee, smart card, biometric, notary, lifetime token tax (with age rebate if applicable).
Review the Documents Required checklist for your vehicle category. HTV requires route permit + fitness cert, cars need bank NOC if financed, motorcycle needs fitness cert if over 3 years.
Cross-check against the Fee Schedule table showing all 5 categories side by side. Print or screenshot for reference when negotiating with the buyer or seller.

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Rates, slabs and formulas used in this calculator are cross-checked against the following official sources. Always verify the latest number on the original page before making a financial decision.

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