About the Pakistan Vehicle Token Tax Calculator 2026-27
Every year, vehicle owners in Pakistan must pay a token tax to keep their vehicle legally registered and on the road. The Pakistan Vehicle Token Tax Calculator 2026-27 helps you work out exactly what your car, jeep, or SUV costs to keep registered for a year — showing you the provincial token, the early-payment discount (where available), and the federal yearly tax collected at the same counter. With each province setting its own rates — Punjab and Islamabad now charging a percentage of the invoice price, while Sindh, KP, and Balochistan still use fixed engine-size amounts — understanding your annual vehicle tax liability has never been more important. This calculator instantly shows you your total payable, how much you save by being a filer, and breaks down exactly what makes up your bill.
What Is the Vehicle Token Tax Calculator and Who Is It For?
The Vehicle Token Tax Calculator computes the annual token tax you pay to keep your vehicle registered in Pakistan, along with the federal income tax collected alongside it under Section 234. It is built for:
- Vehicle owners across Pakistan – needing to know their annual token tax for budgeting and compliance.
- Car buyers – understanding the ongoing cost of vehicle ownership before making a purchase.
- Filers and non-filers – seeing the difference in the federal portion of the tax.
- Owners in Punjab and Islamabad – calculating the percentage-based token on vehicle invoice price.
- Owners in Sindh, KP, and Balochistan – checking fixed engine-size based token amounts.
The tool applies the correct rates for your province, engine size, invoice price, taxpayer status (ATL), and vehicle age, showing you the exact total you need to pay each year.
What's New in FY 2026-27 for Vehicle Token Tax?
The Finance Act 2026 introduced significant changes to vehicle token tax in Pakistan:
- Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) moved to invoice-price based charging from 1 July 2026, aligning with Punjab's model.
- Punjab continues its percentage-based token system (0.3% for 1,001–2,000 cc, 0.4% for above 2,000 cc) with the 10% early-payment discount if paid by 31 August.
- Balochistan waived motor vehicle tax in full on electric vehicles until 30 June 2030.
- KP has a full exemption for electric four-wheelers until 30 June 2028.
- Federal tax (Section 234) rates remain unchanged from 2023-24, with non-filers paying double the filer rate.
- Vehicles more than 10 years old are exempt from the federal portion of the token tax.
Provincial Token Tax Rates – All Provinces (2026-27)
Each province in Pakistan sets its own token tax structure. Below are the current rates for private motor cars:
Punjab Token Tax (2026-27)
| Engine Size | Token Tax | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1,000 cc | Rs. 20,000 | Once (lifetime) |
| 1,001 – 2,000 cc | 0.3% of invoice price | Every year |
| Above 2,000 cc | 0.4% of invoice price | Every year |
Note: Pay the full year by 31 August to get a 10% discount. Electric vehicles get 95% off both registration and yearly tax.
Islamabad (ICT) Token Tax (2026-27)
| Engine Size | Token Tax | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1,000 cc | Rs. 20,000 | Once (lifetime) |
| 1,001 – 2,000 cc | 0.25% of invoice price | Every year |
| Above 2,000 cc | 0.35% of invoice price | Every year |
Introduced from 1 July 2026 under the Finance Act 2026. Islamabad now charges on invoice price rather than engine size.
Sindh Token Tax (2026-27) – Fixed Yearly Amounts
| Engine Size | Yearly Token Tax (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Up to 1,000 cc | Rs. 1,500 |
| 1,001 – 1,300 cc | Rs. 2,000 |
| 1,301 – 1,600 cc | Rs. 4,000 |
| 1,601 – 2,000 cc | Rs. 4,500 |
| 2,001 – 2,500 cc | Rs. 5,000 |
| Above 2,500 cc | Rs. 7,000 |
Sindh charges fixed amounts based on engine size — no percentage of price and no early-payment discount.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Token Tax (2026-27) – Fixed Yearly Amounts
| Engine Size | Yearly Token Tax (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Up to 1,000 cc | Rs. 2,000 |
| 1,001 – 1,300 cc | Rs. 3,000 |
| 1,301 – 1,500 cc | Rs. 4,000 |
| 1,501 – 2,500 cc | Rs. 5,000 |
| Above 2,500 cc | Rs. 8,000 |
KP charges fixed amounts based on engine size. Electric four-wheelers are fully exempt until 30 June 2028.
Balochistan Token Tax (2026-27)
| Engine Size | Token Tax | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 660 cc (under 5 years) | Rs. 10,500 | Once (lifetime) |
| Up to 660 cc (5+ years) | Rs. 1,000 | Every year |
| 661 – 1,000 cc (under 5 years) | Rs. 12,000 | Once (lifetime) |
| 661 – 1,000 cc (5+ years) | Rs. 1,100 | Every year |
| 1,001 – 1,500 cc | Rs. 1,400 | Every year |
| 1,501 – 2,000 cc | Rs. 1,700 | Every year |
| Above 2,000 cc | Rs. 2,000 | Every year |
Balochistan Finance Act 2026 waives motor vehicle tax in full on electric vehicles until 30 June 2030.
Federal Yearly Tax Collected with Your Token (Section 234) – 2026-27
Alongside the provincial token, the excise counter collects a fixed federal income tax under Section 234 of the Income Tax Ordinance. This amount is based on engine size, and non-filers pay double. Vehicles more than 10 years old are exempt from this federal portion.
| Engine Size | Filer (Rs.) | Non-Filer (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1,000 cc | Rs. 800 | Rs. 1,600 |
| 1,001 – 1,199 cc | Rs. 1,500 | Rs. 3,000 |
| 1,200 – 1,299 cc | Rs. 1,750 | Rs. 3,500 |
| 1,300 – 1,499 cc | Rs. 2,500 | Rs. 5,000 |
| 1,500 – 1,599 cc | Rs. 3,750 | Rs. 7,500 |
| 1,600 – 1,999 cc | Rs. 4,500 | Rs. 9,000 |
| 2,000 cc and above | Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 20,000 |
These amounts have not changed since 2023-24. The federal tax is adjustable against your annual income tax liability — keep your receipt!
How to Use the Vehicle Token Tax Calculator
- Select your province: Choose Punjab, Islamabad (ICT), Sindh, KP, or Balochistan.
- Enter engine size (cc): The engine capacity printed on your registration book.
- Enter invoice price: The original invoice price of the vehicle (including duties) — required for Punjab and ICT.
- Choose your ATL status: Select Filer or Non-Filer (affects the federal portion only).
- Enter first registration date (optional): Used to determine if the vehicle is over 10 years old (exempt from federal tax).
- Enable early payment: For Punjab, toggle "Paying the whole year early" to apply the 10% discount.
- Click "Calculate": You instantly see the provincial token, early-payment discount (if applicable), federal tax, and total payable.
Step-by-Step Example Calculation (Punjab – 2026-27)
Let's say you are a filer in Punjab with a 1,300 cc car, invoice price Rs. 4,000,000, paying the full year by 31 August.
- Province: Punjab
- Engine size: 1,300 cc (falls in the 1,001 – 2,000 cc band).
- Provincial token rate: 0.3% of invoice price
- Provincial token: 0.3% × Rs. 4,000,000 = Rs. 12,000
- Early-payment discount (10%): − Rs. 1,200
- Token to pay: Rs. 10,800
- Federal yearly tax (1,300 – 1,499 cc): Rs. 2,500
- Total to pay: Rs. 10,800 + Rs. 2,500 = Rs. 13,300
- If you were a non-filer: Federal tax doubles to Rs. 5,000, total = Rs. 15,800
- What being a filer saves you: Rs. 2,500
Special Cases: Lifetime Token and One-Time Payments
Some provinces offer one-time lifetime token options instead of yearly payments:
- Punjab & Islamabad: Cars up to 1,000 cc can pay Rs. 20,000 once for the life of the vehicle.
- Balochistan: Vehicles up to 1,000 cc under 5 years old can pay a lifetime amount (Rs. 10,500 for ≤660 cc, Rs. 12,000 for 661–1,000 cc).
- Sindh: Cars up to 1,000 cc may pay Rs. 20,000 once if new, or Rs. 15,000 once if between 3–5 years old.
Our calculator shows the yearly figure by default, as choosing the lifetime option is a decision you make at the counter.
This Federal Tax Is Adjustable – Not Final
The federal portion of your token tax (under Section 234) is adjustable against your annual income tax liability. When you file your return, this amount is credited as advance tax paid.
- If your final tax liability is less than the federal tax you paid, you can claim a refund.
- If your final tax liability is more, you simply pay the difference.
- The provincial token itself is NOT adjustable — it is a provincial charge, not income tax.
- Keep your receipt! You need it to claim the federal portion on your FBR return.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Disclaimer: This calculator and guide are for informational and educational purposes only. Tax laws and provincial rates are subject to change, and individual circumstances may vary. Provinces revise their token tables most years — check your excise department's current schedule before you pay. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is the authoritative source for federal tax regulations. For personalised tax advice, please consult a qualified tax professional or chartered accountant.
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