Frequently Asked Questions & Support
Read common queries regarding motor vehicle tax periods, late payment penalties, and citizen concessions.
Q: When is the motor vehicle tax due?
A: Motor vehicle tax is due within 30 days of the vehicle's registration date. Payments received after the 30-day grace period are subject to late payment penalties.
Q: How are late payment penalties calculated?
A: Penalties are evaluated dynamically. Under the current Kerala Finance Act rules, late payments attract a flat 2% simple interest penalty per month of delay from the registration due date.
Q: What concessions are available for citizens?
A: Physically disabled carriage owners receive a 50% concession on base tax. Vehicles registered specifically for agricultural tractor operations receive a 30% discount concession. These must be checked when assessment runs.
Q: What is Green Tax?
A: Green Tax is an environmental surcharge added to vehicles whose age exceeds 15 years from the initial registration date. Currently, a flat environmental surcharge of ₹1000 is applied.