A one-time bike life tax in Telangana is levied when you buy a new bike or renew a vehicle's registration with the state. The tax depends on the age of the two-wheeler, its cost, the capacity of the engine, and whether the vehicle will be used for personal or commercial purposes.
Telangana Road Tax for Bikes
The two-wheeler road tax in Telangana depends on the age of the vehicle. It is collected as a percentage of the original cost of the bike. The newer the vehicle, the higher the percentage levied.
Tax slabs for two-wheelers in the state are as follows:
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Age of Vehicle
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% of vehicle cost ( Lifetime Tax) costing less than Rs 50,000
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% of vehicle cost ( Lifetime Tax) costing more than Rs 50,000
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Brand New Vehicle (First-time registration)
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9%
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12%
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Less than 2 years
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8%
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11%
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2-3 year
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7%
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10%
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3-4 years
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6%
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9%
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4-5 years
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5%
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8%
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5-6 years
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4%
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7%
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6-7 years
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3.5%
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6.5%
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7-8 years
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3%
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6%
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8-9 years
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2.5%
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5.5%
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9-10 years
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2%
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5%
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10-11 year
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1.5%
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4.5%
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Above 11 years
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1%
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4%
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Conclusion
Paying two-wheeler road tax in Telangana is the most essential duty of bike owners to ride legally on the roads. Timely payment helps avoid penalties. Besides, maintaining updated two-wheeler insurance protects against accidents, damages, and theft.