All India Tourist Permit (AITP) for Taxi: Fees & Price List 2026

What Is All India Tourist Permit (AITP) for Taxi?

The All India Tourist Permit (AITP) allows a commercial taxi (yellow number plate vehicle) to legally operate across multiple Indian states without taking separate state permits.

If you run:

• Tourist cab services
• Outstation taxi services
• Inter-state corporate travel
• Pilgrimage or airport transfers across state borders

You need AITP for lawful operations.

AITP Taxi Fees & Price List 2026 (Updated)

Below is the updated fee structure specifically for tourist taxis:

Authorization Fee (Fixed)

AITP Authorization vs AITP Permit - What's the Difference?

On the Parivahan AITP portal you will see two separate payments: AITP Authorization and AITP Permit.

• Authorization (₹1,000/year) is mandatory for every operator.
• The AITP Permit fee (₹20,000/year for a <5-passenger taxi) is required only if you do not already hold a valid state tourist permit.

If you already hold a valid state tourist permit, you may only need the Authorization to ply under AITP. Confirm your existing permit status with your RTO before applying to avoid paying for both unnecessarily.
 

Taxi Permit Fee (Based on Seating Capacity)

Most inter-state taxi permits for vehicles <5 passengers will be ₹20,000 annually (or ₹6,000 quarterly) unless state-level variations exist.
 

Do Taxi Operators Pay Extra State Taxes Under AITP?

No, under the All India Tourist Vehicles (Permit) Rules, 2023 (MoRTH Notification G.S.R. 302(E), dated April 18, 2023), the permit fee paid on the Parivahan portal is the only central fee required to operate across India. States and Union Territories are not permitted to levy additional passenger tax, border tax, or check-post tax on vehicles operating under a valid AITP. MoRTH reinforced this in an advisory (F.No. RT-11036/69/2023-MVL, dated August 4, 2023) directing all States/UTs to stop such collections, since permit fees are already redistributed to States and UTs monthly. If you are asked to pay such charges at a state border, you can cite this advisory to the RTO or transport authority concerned.
 

Total Estimated AITP Cost for Taxi in 2026

Note: No composite state tax applies under the AITP 2023 Rules. The permit fee above is the complete central-government cost. Costs may vary marginally by state RTO processing charges.
 

Who Can Apply for AITP Taxi Permit?

To apply for AITP for taxi, you must:

• Register the vehicle as Commercial Transport Vehicle
• Use a yellow number plate
• Hold a valid commercial driving license
• Maintain valid:
  • Insurance policy
  • Fitness certificate
  • PUC certificate
  • Tax payment receipts
• Register as a tourist taxi operator (individual or company)
• The vehicle must have a minimum engine capacity of 1,400 cc for the tourist taxi category (may vary slightly by state; confirm with your RTO).

Private cars (white number plate) are not eligible.
 

Documents Required for Taxi AITP

How to Apply for All India Taxi Permit?

You can apply through:

Option 1: RTO Office (Offline)

1. Visit your Regional Transport Office.
2. Submit the application in Form 1 (as prescribed under the All India Tourist Vehicles (Permit) Rules, 2023), filed electronically on the Parivahan portal. RTO staff can assist with this even for the 'offline' route. Note: Form 45 and 46 relate to older, state-level tourist permit processes and are not used for AITP under the current 2023 Rules
3. Attach required documents.
4. Pay permit + composite tax.
5. Receive AITP after approval.

Option 2: Online via Parivahan Portal
Apply online through the official portal of Parivahan Sewa.

Steps:

1. Log in to Parivahan portal.
2. Select “All India Tourist Permit – Taxi.”
3. Upload documents.
4. Pay fees digitally.
5. Track status online.

Approval usually takes 7–15 working days.
 

Validity of AITP for Taxi

• Minimum: 1 Year
• Maximum: 5 Years
• Renewable before expiry
• Apply for renewal at least 15 days before expiry. A late fee of ₹20 per day applies if renewal is delayed beyond the expiry date. If your permit document is lost or damaged, a duplicate can be obtained for 50% of the original permit fee

Operating without renewal can result in penalties or permit cancellation.
 

Government Rules for Taxi Under AITP (2026)

Taxi operators must:

• Display “All India Tourist Permit” board on taxi.
• Maintain passenger manifest.
• Install GPS tracking (mandatory in many states).
• Carry digital or physical permit copy.
• Ensure vehicle age complies with AITP norms: a new or renewed AITP cannot be granted once the vehicle crosses 12 years from first registration or 10 years for diesel taxis registered in Delhi (NCT). Some states may apply additional local age restrictions.

When Do Taxi Owners Need AITP?

Apply for AITP if:

• You provide outstation taxi services.
• You run Delhi–Jaipur, Mumbai–Goa, or Bengaluru–Hyderabad routes.
• You want to expand your taxi business across India.
• You receive regular inter-state bookings.

If your taxi operates only within one state, a state tourist permit is sufficient.
 

Penalty for Taxi Without AITP

If a commercial taxi operates outside its registered state without AITP:

• Fine of up to ₹10,000 under Section 192A of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (using a vehicle without a valid permit). This applies equally to an expired permit, which is treated the same as having no permit at all.
• Vehicle detention at the check-post or by enforcement authorities.
• Permit suspension or cancellation on repeat violation.

Note: Vehicle age rules can also affect eligibility even with a valid AITP. For instance, diesel taxis registered in Delhi cannot be granted or renewed an AITP after 10 years from first registration, versus 12 years in most other states.

AITP vs National Permit — What's the Difference?

AITP and Insurance: What Taxi Operators Need to Know

A valid insurance policy is mandatory to obtain or renew an AITP. The Parivahan portal checks your insurance status electronically before issuing the permit, alongside your fitness certificate and PUC. If you operate under AITP, your policy must reflect 'tourist taxi' / commercial carry-for-hire use. A personal or private car policy will not be valid for a vehicle plying under AITP, and could put a claim at risk. Before applying for or renewing your AITP, it's worth reviewing your Taxi Insurance or Commercial Vehicle Insurance cover to make sure it matches your registration and permit category.
 

Summary: AITP Fees for Taxi in 2026

For taxi owners operating beyond their home state, the All India Tourist Permit (AITP) is essential. In 2026, taxi operators can expect to pay ₹22,000–₹30,000 annually, including permit fees, authorization charges, and composite state taxes.

If you plan to expand your taxi services to multiple states, applying for AITP ensures legal compliance, higher earning potential, and uninterrupted inter-state operations. Always verify your taxi’s commercial registration and documentation before applying to avoid rejection or penalties.

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