How to Check Token Tax Status Online — MTMIS
Check at mtmis.excise.punjab.gov.pk — enter your registration number and the results show token tax paid/unpaid for each year. Token tax is due annually. Unpaid years accumulate penalties. Pay at any designated bank branch or Excise and Taxation office.
What Token Tax Is and Why It Matters
Token tax is an annual vehicle registration renewal fee in Punjab — think of it as your car's yearly subscription to being legally allowed on the road. Skipping it doesn't make your vehicle disappear from the system, but it accumulates penalties and can cause problems during transfer, inspection, or police checks.
The amount depends on your vehicle's engine capacity (CC), type (car, motorcycle, commercial), and age. A 1300cc car pays significantly less than a 2000cc SUV. Motorcycles pay the least. Token tax rates are set by the Punjab Excise and Taxation Department.
Want to calculate your token tax before paying? Try our vehicle token tax calculator. For complete vehicle verification: MTMIS guide.
Checking Your Token Tax Online
- Visit mtmis.excise.punjab.gov.pk.
- Enter your vehicle registration number.
- View the results — the token tax section shows each year with paid/unpaid status.
- Unpaid years are highlighted. The total due includes base tax plus accumulated penalty.
How Token Tax Is Calculated
| Vehicle Type | Engine CC | Approximate Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle | Up to 200cc | Rs. 200-500 |
| Car | Up to 1000cc | Rs. 1,000-2,000 |
| Car | 1001-1300cc | Rs. 2,000-4,000 |
| Car | 1301-1600cc | Rs. 4,000-8,000 |
| Car | 1601-2000cc | Rs. 8,000-15,000 |
| Car | Above 2000cc | Rs. 15,000-40,000+ |
| Commercial | Varies | Based on laden weight and type |
Rates above are approximate and vary by vehicle age and exact CC. Newer vehicles pay more. The Excise Department updates rates periodically — check MTMIS for your specific vehicle's current due amount.
Paying Token Tax
- Bank branches: Pay at designated bank branches (NBP, Bank of Punjab, HBL) with your vehicle registration book. The bank updates payment in the system.
- Excise office: Visit your district Excise and Taxation office for in-person payment.
- Online payment: Some Punjab Excise services support online payment — check the Excise Punjab website for current e-payment options.
Consequences of Not Paying Token Tax
- Penalty accumulation. Late payment attracts a surcharge — typically 10% of the unpaid amount per year. Multiple years of non-payment can result in the penalty exceeding the original tax.
- Transfer blocked. You cannot transfer vehicle ownership without clearing all pending token tax. Buyers should verify this before purchase.
- Police challans. Traffic police can issue challans for expired token tax during routine checks. The challan is in addition to the unpaid tax — not a substitute.
- Registration cancellation risk. Prolonged non-payment (5+ years) can lead to registration cancellation proceedings.
Buying a used vehicle? Check token tax history on MTMIS before finalizing the deal. Unpaid token tax from previous years becomes the new owner's responsibility after transfer. Deduct pending dues from the purchase price or insist the seller clears them first.
Token Tax — Vehicle Owner Questions
Visit mtmis.excise.punjab.gov.pk, enter your registration number, and view the token tax section. Each year shows paid or unpaid status with the amount due.
Approximately Rs. 2,000-4,000 annually, depending on the vehicle's age and exact engine displacement. Check MTMIS for the precise amount due for your specific vehicle.
Late payment penalty accumulates (typically 10% per year), vehicle transfer is blocked, police can issue challans, and prolonged non-payment risks registration cancellation.
Punjab Excise is expanding online payment options. Check the Excise Punjab website for current e-payment availability. Alternatively, pay at designated bank branches or the Excise office.