Annual Token Tax Rates 2025
The annual token tax is determined by the engine capacity (CC) of the vehicle. Below are the latest rates for the Punjab province for the 2025 fiscal year.
| Engine CC | Base Tax (Annual) |
|---|---|
| Under 1000cc | Rs. 1,800 |
| 1001cc - 1300cc | Rs. 3,000 |
| 1301cc - 1600cc | Rs. 4,500 |
| 1601cc - 2000cc | Rs. 8,000 |
| Above 2000cc | Rs. 12,000 |
The Filer Advantage
If you are an active tax filer in the FBR database, you only pay the base rate. However, **non-filers must pay a 200% surcharge**, effectively tripling their total tax liability. For a 1300cc car, a filer pays Rs. 3,000 while a non-filer pays Rs. 9,000.
Province-wise Token Tax Comparison
Most Pakistanis don't know that Sindh, KPK, and Balochistan have different rates. Here is a comparison of private vehicle token tax across different provinces:
| Province | Under 1000cc | 1001-1600cc | Above 1600cc | Non-Filer Surcharge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punjab | Rs. 1,800 | Rs. 3,000-4,500 | Rs. 8,000-12,000 | +200% |
| Sindh | Rs. 1,500 | Rs. 2,500-4,000 | Rs. 7,000-10,000 | +200% |
| KPK | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 2,000-3,500 | Rs. 6,000-9,000 | +150% |
| Balochistan | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 1,800-3,000 | Rs. 5,000-8,000 | Varies |
Note: Rates above are approximate — Punjab Excise publishes the definitive rates. Always verify at excise.punjab.gov.pk.
Motorcycle Token Tax Pakistan 2026
Motorcycles have a different structure — most are lifetime tax at registration.
| Engine CC | Lifetime Tax (Punjab) | Annual Option |
|---|---|---|
| Under 100cc | Rs. 1,500 | Not available |
| 100-200cc | Rs. 2,500 | Rs. 500/year |
| Above 200cc | Rs. 4,000 | Rs. 800/year |
Non-filer surcharge of 200% applies to motorcycle token tax as well.
Complete Step-by-Step — How to Pay Token Tax Online Punjab 2026
- 1Download ePay Punjab app (Android / iOS)
- 2Register/login with your CNIC and mobile number
- 3Select "Excise & Taxation" → "Token Tax"
- 4Enter your vehicle registration number (e.g. LEA-1234)
- 5System displays your token tax amount due
- 6Generate PSID (Payment Slip ID)
- 7Pay via any of: mobile banking app bill payment, ATM (1Link), internet banking, JazzCash, Easypaisa
- 8Download and save your payment receipt — keep it in your vehicle for traffic police checkposts
- 9Physical token sticker: collect from nearest Excise office or authorized token tax collection point within 30 days
Alternative: Pay at any National Bank of Pakistan branch using the generated PSID. MTMIS website (mtmis.excise.punjab.gov.pk) also allows payment and vehicle status verification.
What Happens If You Don't Pay — Exact Penalties
Neglecting your vehicle token tax payment leads to various penalties, restrictions, and additional costs:
- Fines: PKR 200 per month late fee on top of the original tax.
- Traffic police checkposts: Especially active January-March (before deadline) can impound vehicle until token paid on spot.
- MTMIS flagging: Unpaid token appears on your vehicle's MTMIS record, causing problems during resale transfer, ownership change, and renewal.
- Bank fine for non-filers: If you are already a non-filer, token tax is tripled AND late fees apply, creating a compounding penalty.
- Token deadline: Punjab token tax for the current fiscal year is due by March 31. Pay before December to avoid queues.
Filer vs Non-Filer — Exact PKR Savings by Vehicle Type
Here is a clear view of the annual financial savings achieved by keeping your tax filing status active:
| Vehicle | Base Tax | Filer Pays | Non-Filer Pays | Annual Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mehran/Alto (under 1000cc) | Rs. 1,800 | Rs. 1,800 | Rs. 5,400 | Rs. 3,600 |
| Cultus 1000cc | Rs. 1,800 | Rs. 1,800 | Rs. 5,400 | Rs. 3,600 |
| Honda City 1300cc | Rs. 3,000 | Rs. 3,000 | Rs. 9,000 | Rs. 6,000 |
| Corolla 1600cc | Rs. 4,500 | Rs. 4,500 | Rs. 13,500 | Rs. 9,000 |
| Fortuner 2700cc | Rs. 12,000 | Rs. 12,000 | Rs. 36,000 | Rs. 24,000 |
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