Islamabad Token Tax Rates 2026 | Cars & Bikes Chart

If you own a car in Islamabad, your annual token tax stopped being a small, fixed number on 1 July 2026. For most cars above 1000cc it is now a percentage of the vehicle's invoice value, so the same engine can cost very different amounts depending on the model you bought.

This guide gives you the full chart, the formula, worked examples and the payment steps. It also separates what the official bill text confirms from what only news reports say, because a few details, including bike rates, are still not settled in the sources I could verify.

For FY 2026-27, ICT car token tax is Rs 20,000 for up to 1000cc, 0.25% of invoice value for 1001 to 2000cc, and 0.35% of invoice value above 2000cc. Whether the Rs 20,000 is charged yearly or once is unclear in the sources I reviewed, so confirm it on the official calculator.

Islamabad Token Tax Rates 2026-27: Car Chart

The figures below come from Section 2 of the Finance Bill 2026, which substitutes new Tables 2 to 5 in the Schedule to the West Pakistan Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1958, as it applies in ICT. The bill says it comes into force on 1 July 2026. PakWheels reported on 29 June 2026 that the Finance Bill was passed, received assent and was gazetted, but I could not find a gazette number to cite.

Private Cars (Table 2)

Tax year: FY 2026-27 (1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027). Source: Finance Bill 2026, Section 2, Table 2.

What the Chart Does Not Tell You

The bill text does not say whether the Rs 20,000 for cars up to 1000cc is paid every year or once. It also does not define which "invoice value" applies to a used car. Published explanations disagree, so I flag both points later in this guide instead of guessing.

Motor Cabs (Table 3)

Source: Finance Bill 2026, Section 2, Table 3.

Motor cabs are taxed under a different table from private cars, so do not apply the private-car percentages to a registered cab.

Public Service and Commercial Vehicles (Tables 4 and 5)

Table 4 sets the tax for public service vehicles per seat per year. For example, an 8-seater is Rs 350 and a 42-seater is Rs 700. Table 5 sets fixed amounts for commercial and loading vehicles by laden weight, from Rs 500 for vehicles up to 1250 kg to Rs 24,000 above 16,000 kg, and Rs 2,600 for tractors. The version I reviewed labels Table 5 as "Proposed Rates", so check the enacted schedule before you rely on a commercial figure.

Islamabad Bike Token Tax Rates: What We Can and Cannot Confirm

Here is the honest position. The Finance Bill 2026 replaces Tables 2, 3, 4 and 5. It does not mention motorcycles or scooters. None of the news and guide pages I reviewed on 13 October 2026 publishes a verified motorcycle chart for FY 2026-27 either.

That means I cannot responsibly print a 70cc, 100cc, 125cc or 150cc figure. Any site that does is likely copying an older schedule or guessing.

How to Get the Correct Bike Figure

1. Open the official Islamabad Excise and Taxation portal and find the vehicle tax calculator or the vehicle verification service.
2. Enter your motorcycle's registration number and engine capacity.
3. Read the line-by-line breakdown the system shows.
4. Take a screenshot before paying, so you have a record of the amount calculated.

You can also check how our Islamabad token tax calculator handles two-wheelers, then compare with the official figure.

Why Bike Owners Should Care

Because the bill did not touch motorcycle rates, it is possible they remain governed by an earlier schedule. That is an inference, not a confirmed fact. Treat the official portal as the only reliable source for a bike category.

How Islamabad Token Tax Is Calculated

The method is simple once you know your invoice value and engine size.

1. Find your engine capacity in the registration record.
2. Find the vehicle's invoice value on the official record or original invoice.
3. Pick the matching row in the chart.
4. For percentage bands, multiply the invoice value by 0.25% or 0.35%.
5. For cars up to 1000cc, the amount is a fixed Rs 20,000.

Old vs New: How Much Did It Change?

Before 1 July 2026, ICT charged fixed rupee amounts by engine band. One 2026 comparison, citing PakWheels, listed these approximate previous figures:

Source: ICT.edu.pk guide to Islamabad vehicle tax rates, dated 29 August 2026, which cites a PakWheels comparison. These are secondary figures.

Illustration

Take a Rs 4,000,000 car at 1370cc. At 0.25%, the tax is Rs 10,000. Against a previous Rs 4,000, that is an increase of Rs 6,000. The size of the rise depends entirely on the invoice value, so premium trims feel it most. For a fuller comparison of the two systems, see our old vs new token tax Islamabad guide.

Is the Rs 20,000 Annual or One-Time?

This is the biggest open question in the 2026-27 schedule, and you should know that sources disagree.

• One report describes the Rs 20,000 as an annual charge that replaces an earlier one-time fee of Rs 10,000.
• Other rate trackers describe it as payable once for the vehicle's life.
• The Finance Bill text I reviewed does not state a period for Table 2.
• The PakWheels article on the Finance Act describes the previous tax as annual but does not say how often the new Rs 20,000 is due.

If you own a car up to 1000cc, do not assume either answer. Check the amount and the "Tax Paid Upto" date on the official portal, and keep the receipt.

Tax Year, Pro-Rating and Deadlines

The ICT tax cycle runs from 1 July to 30 June, and the amount payable can depend on your registration date, according to ICT Administration guidance cited by the ICT.edu.pk guide above. A vehicle registered mid-year is generally pro-rated from the registration date.

Payment Deadline

I could not find an official FY 2026-27 payment deadline in the sources I reviewed, so I am not quoting one. Do not reuse a previous year's date.

Early-Payment Rebate

A PakWheels payment guide notes that a rebate appears in the billing breakdown "if applicable," but gives no details. Treat any rebate claim as unconfirmed until you see it in your own bill.

Late Payment Penalty

No verified penalty amount appears in the sources I reviewed. A guide says unpaid tax creates arrears that surface at transfer, resale or verification. Read our Islamabad token tax late payment penalty guide for the practical effects, and vehicle token tax late penalties across Punjab, Sindh and KPK for a comparison.

How to Pay Islamabad Token Tax Online

A PakWheels guide dated 21 July 2026 describes this flow through the PAK App:

1. Sign in to the PAK App with your CNIC, email or phone number.
2. Open the Federal tab.
3. Find Excise and Taxation and choose "Pay Token and Challan Fee."
4. Enter your registration number.
5. Review the vehicle record and billing breakdown.
6. Choose 1Link and tap Get PSID.
7. Pay through your mobile banking app using the PSID, or use an ATM or internet banking if your bank supports it.
8. Check that the "Tax Paid Upto" date has moved forward.

Who Can Use the App

The same guide says the service works only for smart card holders. Vehicles still on an unconverted registration book must first visit an excise office.

Which App Is Official?

Reports name more than one channel. The PakWheels guide names the PAK App. Another 2026 guide mentions the City Islamabad App and the ONE App. Verify the current channel on the official portal or the ICT Administration website.

In-Person Payment

You can also pay at the Excise and Taxation office in Sector H-9. For timings and queue tips, see our Islamabad Excise office timings guide and the Islamabad excise and taxation guide.

How to Check Whether Your Token Tax Is Paid

1. Use the official vehicle verification service on the Islamabad Excise website.
2. Enter the registration number.
3. Read the "Tax Paid Upto" date.
4. Download or screenshot the confirmation.

Our guide to checking vehicle token tax online in Pakistan covers the same idea across provinces. If you are buying a used car, read the used car documents guide first, because unpaid token tax can block a transfer. The vehicle ownership transfer guide explains what the excise office checks.

Token Tax vs Registration Fee vs Advance Income Tax

These three charges are different and are often confused.

The ICT Administration's registration guidance also separates registration fees, advance tax, token tax, income tax and professional tax for commercial vehicles, according to the guide cited above. Do not add them together by assumption. For the federal part, read our advance tax in Pakistan explainer, and for registration costs see our vehicle token tax and registration calculator guide.

Does Filer Status Change the Token Tax?

The token tax in the Finance Bill table does not mention filer status. Filer status affects federal advance and withholding taxes, which are separate. Read our guides on filer vs non-filer vehicle tax and the Active Taxpayer List, and check the current rule on the FBR website.

Islamabad vs Punjab vs Sindh: Quick Comparison

Every jurisdiction taxes vehicles under its own schedule. Islamabad has moved to an invoice-value model for most cars above 1000cc, while other provinces use their own structures.

I am not printing other provinces' rates here, because I did not verify them for this article. For those, use our province-wise car token tax guide, the Punjab vehicle tax calculator guide and the broader car tax in Pakistan guide.

Who Is Most Affected by the New System?

Not every owner is hit equally.

• Owners of cars up to 1000cc: your charge is a fixed Rs 20,000, which is a large jump if your previous tax was only a few thousand rupees.
• Owners of mid-range cars (1001cc to 2000cc): you pay 0.25% of invoice value, so a higher trim costs more.
• Owners of cars above 2000cc: you pay 0.35%, which adds up fastest on expensive SUVs.
• Cab owners: you stay on fixed amounts under Table 3.

A Realistic Scenario

Imagine two households in Islamabad. One owns a 1000cc city car and the other a 1500cc sedan with an invoice value of Rs 5,000,000. The first pays Rs 20,000. The second pays Rs 12,500. Before the change, both likely paid only a few thousand rupees. That reversal, where the smaller car pays more, is exactly why the Rs 20,000 rule is worth double-checking on your own record.

Practical Tips for Islamabad Car Owners

1. Find your invoice value before you budget. Look in your original invoice or ask the excise office what is recorded.
2. Run the official calculator first, then compare it with ours.
3. Screenshot the breakdown before you pay.
4. Pay early in the tax year so you are not scrambling when you need a transfer or verification.
5. Keep the receipt and PSID.
6. If a figure looks wrong, ask the Excise office to explain each line.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Reusing old rates. The previous fixed amounts no longer apply to most cars.
• Ignoring invoice value. It now drives your tax.
• Mixing token tax with advance tax or registration fees. They are different charges.
• Trusting unofficial bike charts. The bill did not publish a motorcycle schedule.
• Assuming the Rs 20,000 is lifetime. Sources disagree.
• Paying through unofficial links. Use only the official portal or app.
• Skipping the receipt. You will need it for transfers.

Why Choose Free Calculator

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Islamabad token tax rates for 2026-27?

For private cars, the Finance Bill 2026 sets Rs 20,000 for up to 1000cc, 0.25% of invoice value for 1001cc to 2000cc, and 0.35% of invoice value for 2001cc and above. The bill says it applies from 1 July 2026.

Is Islamabad token tax based on engine capacity or invoice value?

Both. Engine capacity decides which band you fall into, and invoice value decides the amount for cars above 1000cc. Cars up to 1000cc pay a fixed Rs 20,000.

How much is the token tax on a 1300cc car in Islamabad?

It is 0.25% of the invoice value. For an invoice value of Rs 4,500,000, that is Rs 11,250.

How much is the token tax on a bike in Islamabad?

I could not verify a current FY 2026-27 motorcycle schedule. The Finance Bill 2026 does not mention motorcycles. Check the official Islamabad Excise calculator with your registration number.

Is the Rs 20,000 for cars up to 1000cc yearly or one-time?

Sources disagree, and the bill text does not state a period. Confirm it on the official portal before you pay.

How can I pay Islamabad token tax online?

A PakWheels guide from July 2026 describes paying through the PAK App by generating a PSID and paying through 1Link. It says the service works for smart card holders. Confirm the current channel on the official site.

What is the late payment penalty for Islamabad token tax?

I could not find a verified penalty amount for FY 2026-27. Unpaid tax can create arrears that surface at transfer or verification. Check your own record on the portal.

Are Islamabad rates the same as Punjab rates?

No. Each jurisdiction has its own schedule and authority, so use the right calculator for the right region.

Final Takeaway:

1. Find your engine capacity and invoice value.
2. Pick your row in the chart and calculate the amount.
3. Confirm the figure on the official Islamabad Excise portal.
4. If you own a car up to 1000cc, confirm whether the Rs 20,000 is annual or one-time on your record.
5. If you own a bike, get the figure from the official calculator and do not rely on unofficial charts.
6. Pay through the official channel, save the receipt and check the "Tax Paid Upto" date.
7. Recheck the portal at the start of each tax year, because rates and rules can change.

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