With the dawn of Nepal’s Fiscal Year 2082/83, vehicle owners across the nation are once again turning their attention to annual tax obligations. As a federal republic, Nepal empowers its seven provincial governments to determine their own vehicle tax rates. This decentralization has resulted in province-specific tax structures that reflect local policies, economic strategies, and development goals.
This article presents a detailed breakdown of the vehicle tax rates for FY 2082/83 across all seven provinces in Nepal, covering private and public vehicles, as well as electric alternatives.
Understanding the Basics of Vehicle Taxation in Nepal
Under Nepal's federal structure:
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Vehicle tax (also known as road tax) is administered by the provincial governments.
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Each province independently decides the annual tax based on engine capacity (for combustion engines) or motor output (for electric vehicles).
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The tax must be paid annually to renew a vehicle’s registration and legally operate it on public roads.
Bagmati Province (Includes Kathmandu)
Private Two-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 125 cc |
3,000 |
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126–150 cc |
5,000 |
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151–225 cc |
6,500 |
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226–400 cc |
12,000 |
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401–650 cc |
25,000 |
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Above 650 cc |
35,000 |
Private Four-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax (NPR) |
|
Up to 1000 cc |
22,000 |
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1001–1500 cc |
25,000 |
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1501–2000 cc |
27,000 |
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2001–2500 cc |
37,000 |
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2501–3000 cc |
50,000 |
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3001–3500 cc |
65,000 |
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Above 3500 cc |
70,000 |
Electric Vehicles (Private Use):
|
Power Output (kW) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 50 kW |
5,000 |
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51–125 kW |
15,000 |
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126–200 kW |
20,000 |
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Above 200 kW |
30,000 |
Madhesh Province
Private Two-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 125 cc |
3,000 |
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126–160 cc |
5,000 |
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161–250 cc |
6,500 |
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251–400 cc |
11,000 |
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Above 400 cc |
20,000 |
Private Four-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 1000 cc |
22,000 |
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1001–1500 cc |
25,000 |
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1501–2000 cc |
27,000 |
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2001–2500 cc |
37,000 |
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Above 2900 cc |
60,000 |
Electric Vehicles (Private Use):
|
Power Output (kW) |
Tax (NPR) |
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10–50 kW |
5,000 |
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51–125 kW |
15,000 |
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126–200 kW |
20,000 |
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Above 200 kW |
30,000 |
Gandaki Province
Private Two-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 125 cc |
3,000 |
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126–150 cc |
5,000 |
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151–225 cc |
6,500 |
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226–400 cc |
11,000 |
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401–650 cc |
20,000 |
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Above 650 cc |
30,000 |
Private Four-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 1000 cc |
22,000 |
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1001–1500 cc |
25,000 |
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1501–2000 cc |
27,000 |
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2001–2500 cc |
37,000 |
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Above 3500 cc |
65,000 |
Electric Vehicles (Private Use):
|
Power Output (kW) |
Tax (NPR) |
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50–125 kW |
10,000 |
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126–200 kW |
15,000 |
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Above 200 kW |
20,000 |
Lumbini Province
Rates are closely aligned with those in Gandaki Province, with minor administrative variations. Two-wheelers and EVs are slightly less taxed compared to Bagmati.
Private Two-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax Rate (NPR) |
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Up to 125 cc |
2,500 |
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126–250 cc |
4,500 |
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251–400 cc |
9,500 |
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Above 400 cc |
20,000 |
Private Four-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax Rate (NPR) |
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Up to 1000 cc |
20,000 |
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1001–1500 cc |
22,000 |
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1501–2000 cc |
25,000 |
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2001–2500 cc |
34,000 |
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2501–2900 cc |
39,000 |
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Above 2900 cc |
55,000 |
Electric Vehicles (Private Use):
|
Power Output (kW) |
Tax Rate (NPR) |
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Up to 50 kW |
5,000 |
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51–125 kW |
15,000 |
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126–200 kW |
20,000 |
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Above 200 kW |
30,000 |
Karnali Province
Private Two-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 125 cc |
2,500 |
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126–150 cc |
4,000 |
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151–225 cc |
5,500 |
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Above 400 cc |
28,000 |
Private Four-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 1000 cc |
20,000 |
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Above 3500 cc |
60,000 |
Electric Vehicles (Private Use):
|
Power Output (kW) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 50 kW |
4,000 |
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51–125 kW |
12,000 |
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Above 200 kW |
25,000 |
Sudurpashchim Province
Private Two-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 125 cc |
2,800 |
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Above 650 cc |
32,000 |
Private Four-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 1000 cc |
21,000 |
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Above 3500 cc |
63,000 |
Electric Vehicles (Private Use):
|
Power Output (kW) |
Tax (NPR) |
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Up to 50 kW |
4,500 |
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Above 200 kW |
28,500 |
Koshi Province
Rates follow a mid-range trend, similar to Lumbini. Vehicle owners here also benefit from relatively moderate tax brackets compared to urban centers like Kathmandu.
Private Two-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax Rate (NPR) |
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Up to 125 cc |
2,800 |
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126–250 cc |
4,500 |
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251–400 cc |
9,000 |
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Above 400 cc |
16,500 |
Private Four-Wheelers:
|
Engine Capacity (cc) |
Tax Rate (NPR) |
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Up to 1000 cc |
21,000 |
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1001–1500 cc |
23,000 |
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1501–2000 cc |
30,000 |
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2001–2500 cc |
35,500 |
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2501–2900 cc |
41,000 |
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Above 2900 cc |
58,500 |
Electric Vehicles (Private Use):
|
Power Output (kW) |
Tax Rate (NPR) |
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Up to 50 kW |
5,000 |
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51–125 kW |
15,000 |
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126–200 kW |
20,000 |
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Above 200 kW |
30,000 |
Conclusion
The vehicle tax rate for Fiscal Year 2082/83 in Nepal reflects a stable policy landscape with minimal changes compared to the previous year. While electric vehicles continue to enjoy preferential rates across all provinces, combustion engine vehicles are taxed primarily on displacement.
Key takeaways:
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Tax rates vary by province — always check your provincial government's official source.
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Electric vehicles are incentivized with lower rates to support Nepal’s green mobility goals.
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No major tax hikes were seen this year, signaling stability amid economic adjustments.
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