Transferring a Car from Bengaluru to Hyderabad: The Real Cost
Moving a 3-year-old ₹10 lakh petrol car from Bengaluru to Hyderabad costs about ₹98,800–₹99,900 upfront — Telangana charges 12% road tax on the car's depreciated value — and roughly ₹1,24,000 of the tax you originally paid in Karnataka is refundable afterwards. Guides that say "₹3,000–10,000" are counting only the paperwork.
Cost by vehicle age (₹10 lakh petrol example)
| Car's age | Telangana tax due | Karnataka refund | Net cost (incl. fees) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹1,11,600 | − ₹1,44,667 | ₹0–₹0 |
| 3 years | ₹97,200 | − ₹1,24,000 | ₹0–₹0 |
| 5 years | ₹82,800 | − ₹1,03,333 | ₹0–₹0 |
| 8 years | ₹64,800 | − ₹72,333 | ₹0–₹0 |
Estimates from Telangana's published slab applied to a typical age-depreciation schedule; exact tables vary by state — the HyderabadRTO's computation is final. The refund arrives separately after filing, often months later.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to transfer a car from Bengaluru to Hyderabad?
For a 3-year-old car bought at ₹10 lakh: roughly ₹98,800–₹99,900 upfront (Telangana road tax on the depreciated value at 12%, plus RTO fees), of which about ₹1,24,000 comes back later as a pro-rata refund from Karnataka. Cheaper/older cars pay less; use the calculator below for your exact numbers.
Do I need to re-register in Hyderabad at all?
Yes, if the car stays in Telangana beyond 12 months — and the road tax is due much sooner than that in practice. The sequence: NOC from your Bengaluru RTO, pay Telangana road tax, re-register at the local RTO, then claim the Karnataka refund with proof of re-registration.
How do I claim the Karnataka road-tax refund?
After re-registering in Telangana, apply to your original Bengaluru RTO with the new RC, a copy of the NOC, and the original tax receipt. Most states refund pro-rata on the unexpired portion (15-year basis). Expect the process to take months and to need written follow-up — but on a newer car the amount is well worth it.