What is Interstate Tax?
Whenever you cross from one Indian state to another in a rental car, inter-state tax must be paid either at the state border check post /online portal, as mandated by the respective state transport department.
This tax applies to licensed tourist vehicles and is required for legal interstate movement under state transport regulations. The interstate tax amount varies according to the passenger seating capacity–based tax slabs defined by the destination state, covering vehicle categories such as sedans, SUVs, and buses.
North India Region Tax Structure:
The tax structure mentioned below applies to turist cars operating in North India. The tax amounts are approximate and may vary from time to time.
**Below price is the approximate rate and may vary from time to time.
| Car Model | Seating Capacity (including driver) | Delhi | Haryana (per day) | Rajasthan (per day) | Uttar Pradesh (per day) | Madhya Pradesh (per day) | Himachal Pradesh (per day) | Punjab (per day) | Uttrakhand (per day) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maruti Dzire | 5 | NA | 100 ₹ | 170 ₹ | 120 ₹ | 280 ₹ | 220 ₹ | 240 ₹ | 220 ₹ |
| 2 | Ertiga | 7 | NA | 100 ₹ | 224 ₹ | 180 ₹ | 300 ₹ | 545 ₹ | 280 ₹ | 240 ₹ |
| 3 | Innova Crysta | 7 | NA | 100 ₹ | 224 ₹ | 180 ₹ | 300 ₹ | 545 ₹ | 280 ₹ | 240 ₹ |
| 4 | Toyota Fortuner | 7 | NA | 100 ₹ | 224 ₹ | 180 ₹ | 300 ₹ | 545 ₹ | 280 ₹ | 240 ₹ |
| 5 | Tempo Traveller | 10-12 | NA | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 840 ₹ | 550 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ |
South India Region tax Structure:
The below tax structure applies to turist cars operating in South India. The tax amounts are approximate and may vary over time.
**Below price is the approximate rate and may vary from time to time.
| Car Model | Seating Capacity (including driver) | Tamil Naidu (1-7 days) | Kerala (1- 7 days) | Pondicherry (1-3 days) | Karnataka (1- 7 days) | Andhra Pradesh (1-7 days) | Telangana (per day) | Goa (per day) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota Etios | 5 | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 750 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ |
| 2 | Maruti Dzire | 5 | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 750 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ |
| 3 | Toyota Innova | 7 | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 900 ₹ | 1700 ₹ | 1900 ₹ | 1900 ₹ | 1900 ₹ |
| 4 | Toyota Crysta | 7 | 500 ₹ | 500 ₹ | 900 ₹ | 1700 ₹ | 1900 ₹ | 1900 ₹ | 1900 ₹ |
| 5 | Tempo Traveller | 10-13 | 750 ₹ | 1000 ₹ | 1300 ₹ | 4000 ₹ | 3500 ₹ | 3500 ₹ | 3500 ₹ |
Frequently Asked Questions…
What Is Interstate Tax for Tourist Cars in India?
Interstate tax is paid to a state for using its roads. It applies to:
Tourist taxis
Rental cars with drivers
Commercial yellow-plate cars
Private cars usually do not pay this tax. But tourist cars always fall under the transport department rules.
Why Interstate Tax Is Mandatory for Tourist Vehicles?
Each Indian state collects interstate tax to maintain road infrastructure, regulate commercial traffic, monitor tourist vehicle movement, and generate transport revenue.
This is why interstate tax rules for tourist cars in India vary by state. Private white-plate cars usually do not pay short-term interstate tax, but tourist cars always fall under the transport department rules.
Who Pays the Tax?
Usually, the car rental company pays it. Sometimes the traveler pays at the border
Always ask before booking.
Easy Tips for Travelers?
Book licensed tourist cars
Ask if tax and permits are included
Travel during the daytime
Knowing interstate tax info for tourist cars in India helps you travel safely and without stress.