Token Tax Calculator for Punjab
Pick your engine capacity to estimate token tax, the income tax collected alongside it, and the transfer of ownership fee. Rates follow the schedule published by the Punjab Excise & Taxation Department.
Estimated total payable
Rs 30,200
Token tax for this bracket is a one-time lifetime payment.
- Token tax (lifetime)
- Rs 20,000
- Income tax (filer)
- Rs 10,000
- Professional tax
- Rs 200
- Transfer of ownership fee
- Rs 2,750
The transfer fee is shown separately because it is only payable when ownership changes, not every year.
An estimate based on rates published by Punjab Excise & Taxation. Withholding tax, which varies by engine size and filer status, is not included. Confirm the exact amount on the department's own calculator before paying.
What affects the amount
Three things change the figure more than most owners realise. First, filer status: income tax collected with token tax is PKR 10,000 for filers and PKR 30,000 for non-filers, a PKR 20,000 annual gap on the same car. Second, the engine capacity bracket — everything up to 1000cc pays a one-time lifetime token tax rather than an annual charge. Third, paying the full year on or before 31 August earns a 10% rebate on the annual token tax.
Electric vehicles receive a 95% exemption on both the registration fee and the motor vehicle tax in Punjab, which is a far larger concession than the headline suggests once it compounds over several years.
Withholding tax is not included above, because it scales with both engine size and filer status across a wide range — from 0.5% of value for a filer with a small car up to 12% at the top of the scale. Check the department's own calculator for your exact case before paying.
Frequently asked questions
How much is token tax for a 1000cc car in Punjab?
Cars up to 1000cc pay PKR 20,000 once, as a lifetime token tax, rather than an annual amount. Income tax and professional tax are still collected alongside it.
How much less do filers pay?
Income tax collected with token tax is PKR 10,000 for filers against PKR 30,000 for non-filers — PKR 20,000 a year on the same vehicle. Withholding tax rates also favour filers.
Can I get a discount for paying early?
Yes. Punjab Excise allows a rebate equal to 10% of the annual token tax where the tax for the whole year is paid on or before 31 August of the financial year.
Is the transfer fee payable every year?
No. The transfer of ownership fee is a one-off charge payable when the vehicle changes hands. It is shown separately above for that reason.