Do you own a bike in Bihar? Then you must officially pay a tax on it, either once or for all time. The Regional Transport Office (RTO) collects the bike road tax in Bihar to keep and build new roads.
It depends on how much the car costs, how big the engine is, and what kind of license it has. Learning about the tax system will help you avoid trouble with the law and hefty fines.
The Bihar Motor Vehicles Taxation Act sets the rules for the bike road tax in Bihar. It's a one-time tax you must pay when registering your bike. There are other rules for re-registration, ownership transfers, and business use.
The tax rate depends on:
1. Ex-showroom price of the bike
2. Engine capacity (cc)
3. Vehicle age, in case of re-registration
4. Type of registration: private or commercial
This is how the tax usually works for private two-wheelers:
| Engine Capacity | Tax Rate (% of vehicle cost) |
| Up to 90cc | 6% |
| 91cc - 125cc | 8% |
| 126cc - 350cc | 9% |
| Above 350cc | 10% |
For instance, if you purchase a bike costing ₹80,000 with a 125cc engine, the road tax will be 8%, i.e., ₹6,400.
To pay the bike road tax in Bihar, follow these steps:
1. Visit the nearest RTO office or the official Parivahan portal.
2. Fill in the Form 20 (Application for Registration).
3. Submit the required documents:
◦ Invoice for the bike
◦ ID & Address Proof
◦ Form 21 and Form 22
◦ Comprehensive bike insurance policy copy
4. You can pay the tax in cash, by demand draft, or through an online payment.
5. Get proof for your tax payment. You will need this when registering your car and changing ownership in the future.
Not paying your road tax on time can lead to:
1. 1.5% interest per month as a fine.
2. Taking away or suspending the registration card.
3. Fines given by the RTO.
So, paying your taxes on time is just as important as keeping your bike insurance up to date to avoid getting in trouble with the law.Your bike may have a Green Tax if it is over 15 years old and time to re-register. This is a different charge for the Earth. Read our blog post What is the Green Tax on Bikes After 15 Years to learn more. Long-term users need to know about this change.
It is not only the law that you have to pay the bike road tax in Bihar; it's also an essential part of being a responsible bike owner. Knowing how the process works helps you avoid fines, like figuring out your tax based on your engine size or making sure you pay on time at RTOs or online.There will also be no problems with renewals, title changes, or connecting to other papers, such as your comprehensive bike insurance policy. Stay informed, follow the rules, and ride without any problems.
You can pay your road tax through the Parivahan portal after checking your RC and tax dues. This is for title transfers or re-registrations.
Yes, you can get a pro-rata return if you cancel your Bihar registration and then re-register in another state, but you must have proof.
Road tax and bike insurance are different legal requirements, but you need both to register and ride your bike. Make sure they're both up to date.
Disclaimer: The above information is for illustrative purposes only. For more details, please refer to the policy wordings and prospectus before concluding the sales.
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