PANAJI
Goa’s existing vehicle fleet is proving to be a steady source of revenue for the State, with registration renewals alone fetching nearly Rs 13 crore in 2026, slightly more than the collections from fitness inspections and certificates. The State’s total transport revenue stood at Rs 401.05 crore during the year so far.
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) figures show that renewal of vehicle registrations brought in Rs 12.96 crore, while fitness inspections and certificates generated Rs 12.57 crore. The two heads together accounted for more than Rs 25 crore, indicating that the upkeep and continued use of vehicles substantially contribute to transport revenues, beyond the sale of new vehicles.
Green tax added another Rs 6.41 crore to the State’s kitty, while fresh vehicle registrations through the Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) fetched Rs 2.91 crore. Smart card fees contributed Rs 3.09 crore, hypothecation additions Rs 1.83 crore and transfer of ownership transactions Rs 1.60 crore.
The department also collected Rs 1.39 crore through processing fees and Rs 1.02 crore from renewal of permits.
The trend continued into November’s first week as Motor Vehicle tax led the reported monthly revenue heads, generating Rs 11.96 crore. Of this, Rs 8.35 crore came through internet payments and Rs 3.61 crore through other modes.
Registration renewals brought in Rs 31.68 lakh during the period, narrowly ahead of fitness inspections and certificates, which contributed Rs 30.26 lakh. Passenger tax collections stood at Rs 25.40 lakh, comprising Rs 10.44 lakh through internet payments and Rs 14.95 lakh through other modes.
Green tax added Rs 18.91 lakh, while fresh registrations through the RTOs accounted for Rs 12.30 lakh. Smart card fees contributed Rs 10.63 lakh and hypothecation additions contributed another Rs 7.32 lakh.
