Every new motorcycle in Punjab must be registered with the Excise and Taxation Department. Most dealers do this for you, but you can also do it yourself. This guide explains the steps, the documents, the fees and what to watch for. Fees and rules change, so confirm the latest amounts with your local Excise office before you pay.
Who Registers Your Motorcycle?
- Through a dealer: Many dealers handle registration as part of the sale. Ask what is included and what the dealer charges on top of the government fee.
- By yourself: If you buy outside a dealer, you apply to the Excise and Taxation office yourself.
Register in the city where you live and will mainly use the bike.
Documents You Usually Need
- Dealer purchase invoice
- Manufacturer documents showing the model, year, engine number and chassis number
- Your original CNIC and photocopies
- Proof of address, such as a utility bill
- A completed application form
- Fee payment receipts
- A photo of the vehicle or owner, if the office asks for it
This list comes from a third-party guide (Daily Capital), not an official Excise page. Ask your Excise office or dealer for the exact list.
Step-by-Step Process
- Collect your documents.
- Go to the Excise and Taxation office in your city, or ask your dealer to submit the file.
- Submit the application. Staff check that the documents are complete and genuine.
- Pay the registration fee and the first token tax.
- Complete an inspection only if the office asks for one.
- Keep the receipt.
- Collect your registration document, which carries your registration number.
- Get number plates made by an authorised maker, in the prescribed format and size.
Daily Capital says routine cases take about 2 to 4 weeks. Treat that as an estimate, not an official time.
Registration Fees
These are the official registration fee slabs that Punjab Excise officials stated in June 2025:
| Engine size | Registration fee |
|---|---|
| Up to 70cc | Rs1,000 |
| 71cc to 100cc | Rs1,500 |
| 101cc to 125cc | Rs2,000 |
| 126cc to 150cc | Rs2,500 |
| Above 150cc | 2% of the bike’s value |
- Electric bikes get a 95% discount on registration fees and token tax, according to the same officials.
- On 12 June 2025, a spokesperson for the Punjab Finance, Excise and Taxation Minister said no change to bike registration fees was under consideration. I could not find a 2026-27 fee notice, so these may have changed.
- Other websites give different numbers. For example, BOL News reported Rs1,500 for the Honda CG 125 in July 2024, and a third-party guide gives wider ranges. Use the official slabs above and confirm at the office.
- The reports I read give no figure for token tax on motorcycles. Ask the Excise office for the amount for your bike.
Doorstep Registration
PakWheels reported in November 2023 that Punjab Excise started a doorstep service for new registrations and transfers of cars and motorcycles. You book through the Punjab Information Technology Board helpline (080008786), an official visits, you pay through online banking on his device and he gives you the number on the spot. Documents then come by Pakistan Post. This is from a 2023 report, so check that the service still runs before you rely on it.
Recent Changes to Know About
- Punjab Excise announced biometric verification for registering and transferring vehicles through the PAK IDENTITY app, planned for the last week of January 2026. I could not confirm whether it is in use now.
- An E-Registration Card has been announced on the Excise website, with no launch date shown.
- Punjab Excise offered a 10% rebate on vehicle token tax until 31 August 2026. That date has passed.
Tips to Avoid Trouble
- Check the engine and chassis numbers on the papers match the bike.
- Pay only the official fee through official channels, and keep every receipt.
- Do not ride without a registration number and proper plates.
- Be careful with agents who ask for extra money. Ask for a written list of what you are paying for.
Official Contact
The Excise and Taxation Department website is excise.punjab.gov.pk. Its announcements page lists the numbers +92-42-9920 3848 and +92-42-9920 3849. Type the address yourself and do not trust links sent through messages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who must register a motorcycle in Punjab?
Every owner. Buyers must register with the Punjab Excise and Taxation Department.
How much is the fee for a 70cc bike?
Rs1,000 under the official slabs stated in June 2025. Confirm the current amount.
How much is the fee for a 125cc bike?
Rs2,000 under the same slabs.
Can my dealer register the bike?
Often yes. Ask the dealer what it charges.
How long does it take?
A third-party guide says about 2 to 4 weeks for routine cases. There is no official time in the reports I read.
Do electric bikes pay less?
Yes, officials said they get a 95% discount on registration fees and token tax.
Registering your motorcycle early keeps you safe from fines and makes it easy to sell the bike later. Confirm the current fees with your local Excise office before you go.
