VAHAN 4.0

VAHAN 4.0 portal offers vehicle-related services like permit, insurance, and registration. It helps the Transport Department manage registration activities. Launched in 2002 and expanded nationwide in 2006, it operates under the National eGovernance Program as a Mission Mode Project (MMP).

Updated On - 01 Nov 2025

What is VAHAN 4.0?

Vahan 4.0 is the government portal that automates the procedures provided under VAHAN, such as vehicle fitness, tax payment, registration, permits, and enforcement. All the vehicle-related benefits can be availed at this website and were conceptualized to capture state MVR mandate and CMVE functionalities.

Benefits of vahan 4.0

Benefits of VAHAN 4.0

The following are the benefits of VAHAN 4.0:

  1. VAHAN 4.0 is an eco-friendly process as it avoids physical paperwork
  1. Provides real-time updates on application and speeds up the processing time, thereby ensuring transparency
  1. Provides easy access to all the information about vehicle
  1. Provides convenient, safe, and more regulated transportation ecosystem, thereby ensuring that the vehicle owner adheres to the legal requirements while saving time and effort

Services Offered on VAHAN 4.0 Portal

The following are the services offered by VAHAN 4.0:

  1. Vehicle registration including renewal of registration and address change
  2. Ownership transfer
  3. Tax payment including tax calculation and payment
  4. Fitness certificate including issuing new certificate and renewal
  5. Modification of vehicle
  1. Issuing and renewal of Interstate and National permit
  2. Addition and termination of hypothecation
  3. Check-post solution
  4. Issue of challan and settlement of penalty

Types of Registration Certificates Available on VAHAN 4.0

Here are the different types of registration certificates available under VAHAN:

  1. VAHAN 4.0 Temporary Registration Certificate
  2. Permanent Registration Certificate in VAHAN 4.0

How to Update Mobile Number in VAHAN 4.0?

The following are the steps to update mobile number in VAHAN 4.0:

  1. Visit the official website of VAHAN 4.0
  2. Click on the ‘Update Mobile Number’ option on the homepage
  3. Click on ‘Yes’ when message ‘Do you want to proceed?’ pops up
  4. Enter the registration number, engine number, and chassis number
  5. If information entered are correct, then click on ‘Show details’
  1. New page will appear with updated details 

Note: If you want to re-enter the details, then click on ‘Reset’.

How to Login to VAHAN 4.0?

Here are the steps to log into the VAHAN 4.0 portal:

  1. Visit to the login page of VAHAN 4.0
  2. Enter your user ID and password
  3. Enter the verification code displayed on the screen
  4. To log into the portal, click on the ‘Login’ tab

How to Check Application Status in VAHAN 4.0?

The following are the steps to check the application status in VAHAN 4.0:

  1. Visit the VAHAN 4.0 portal
  2. Log into the portal using your credentials
  3. Navigate to the application status page
  4. Enter your application number or vehicle registration number
  5. Enter the captcha code displayed on the screen
  6. Click on ‘Submit’ button to check the application status

FAQs on VAHAN 4.0

  • What is VAHAN used for?

    VAHAN 4.0 is used for vehicle registration, and other processes related to taxation, compliance, permits, and other, thereby making the entire process streamlined and efficient for both transport authorities and vehicle owners.

  • How can I change my mobile number to VAHAN 4.0?

    To change your mobile number to VAHAN 4.0, navigate to the update section after logging into the portal. Complete the verification process and update your new number on the portal.

  • What are the information is available at VAHAN 4.0 portal?

    Vehicle owners can find various vehicle-related information at this government website, such as manufacturer name, fuel type, chassis or engine number, colour, model, and various other online services. 

  • How can I pay my VAHAN tax through online mode?

    Add your vehicle number to VAHAN 4.0 and visit the payment gateway through their tax payment option to pay road tax for your vehicle.  

  • How can I find the owner of a vehicle number?

    You can find the owner of the vehicle through the vehicle number by sending an SMS from registered mobile number to 7738299899. Type VAHAN<space>registration number and the message to find the owner. 

  • How can I download RC from the Vahan portal?

    Login to the VAHAN portal, go to ‘Online Service’ → ‘Issued Duplicate RC’, and enter details like chassis and engine number. Fill in other required details, proceed to payment, and download the RC.

  • How is vehicle tax calculated?

    The road tax imposed on any vehicle is calculated depending upon the age of the vehicle and the cost of the vehicle. 

  • How much is road tax in India?

    Road tax ranges between 6%–10% of the vehicle’s cost (below ₹10 lakh) depending on its age 10% for new, 7.75% for 4–5 years, 6.5% for 9–10 years, and 6% for over 11 years old.

  • What happens if road tax is not paid?

    If road tax is not paid on time, then, the vehicle may get blacklisted, financial penalties may be levied, and in worst scenarios legal action may be taken against the vehicle. 

  • How to register at VAHAN portal?

    Visit vahan.parivahan.gov.in, click ‘Register’, enter details, verify OTP, set a password, and complete registration.

  • What does active blacklist status in VAHAN means?

    Blacklist status in VAHAN means that the particular vehicle has been flagged for misuse or violation of any rules. Active blacklist status affects various vehicle related transactions and permits.

  • How to find vehicle number on VAHAN 4.0?

    Login to VAHAN 4.0, click ‘Know Your Vehicle Details’, and enter the registration number to view details.

  • How to pay online taxes through VAHAN 4.0?

    Visit Parivahan → ‘Vehicle Related Services’, select RTO, enter registration number, make payment online, and download the receipt.

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