Transferring a Car from Mumbai to Delhi: The Real Cost
Moving a 3-year-old ₹10 lakh petrol car from Mumbai to Delhi costs about ₹58,300–₹59,400 upfront — Delhi charges 7% road tax on the car's depreciated value — and roughly ₹88,000 of the tax you originally paid in Maharashtra 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 | Delhi tax due | Maharashtra refund | Net cost (incl. fees) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹65,100 | − ₹1,02,667 | ₹0–₹0 |
| 3 years | ₹56,700 | − ₹88,000 | ₹0–₹0 |
| 5 years | ₹48,300 | − ₹73,333 | ₹0–₹0 |
| 8 years | ₹37,800 | − ₹51,333 | ₹0–₹0 |
Estimates from Delhi's published slab applied to a typical age-depreciation schedule; exact tables vary by state — the DelhiRTO'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 Mumbai to Delhi?
For a 3-year-old car bought at ₹10 lakh: roughly ₹58,300–₹59,400 upfront (Delhi road tax on the depreciated value at 7%, plus RTO fees), of which about ₹88,000 comes back later as a pro-rata refund from Maharashtra. Cheaper/older cars pay less; use the calculator below for your exact numbers.
Do I need to re-register in Delhi at all?
Yes, if the car stays in Delhi beyond 12 months — and the road tax is due much sooner than that in practice. The sequence: NOC from your Mumbai RTO, pay Delhi road tax, re-register at the local RTO, then claim the Maharashtra refund with proof of re-registration.
How do I claim the Maharashtra road-tax refund?
After re-registering in Delhi, apply to your original Mumbai 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.