Government Amends Vehicle Rules to Stop Toll Evasion

By Jony Shekhawat | Published Date : January 21, 2026

The Central Motor Vehicles (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026, now link unpaid toll fees to vehicle-related services, including ownership transfers, fitness certificates and national permits.

The Government of India has updated motor vehicle rules to make toll payment stricter on National Highways. Under the Second Amendment 2026, unpaid toll dues will now create problems for getting regular vehicle services.

This change focuses on toll skipping and makes electronic toll collection stronger. With commercial trucks using highways every day, the government wants toll payments to be followed properly.

Ownership Transfer Blocked if Toll Dues Are Pending

Table of Contents

1. Ownership Transfer Blocked if Toll Dues Are Pending

2. Fitness Certificate Renewal Linked to Toll Clearance

3. National Permits Now Need Clean Toll Records

4. Digital Disclosure Made Mandatory in Form 28

5. Support for Barrier-Free Tolling System

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As per the new rules, vehicle owners will not be allowed to transfer ownership or move vehicles across states without clearing all outstanding toll fees. This means No Objection Certificates will not be issued until dues recorded by electronic toll systems are fully paid.

This move is expected to impact commercial operators running mini trucks, electric trucks, and even large fleets operating 16-wheeler trucks on long routes.

Fitness Certificate Renewal Linked to Toll Clearance

The amendments also connect Certificate of Fitness renewals with toll payment status. If toll dues are pending, the fitness certificate will not be renewed. For transport operators using heavy trucks or Tata commercial vehicles for logistics work, this rule makes regular toll compliance unavoidable. Without a valid fitness certificate, vehicles cannot legally operate on highways.

National Permits Now Need Clean Toll Records

Commercial vehicles applying for National Permits must now show that no unpaid user fees are pending. This rule applies to all types of permits, whether the work is city-to-city travel, goods transport, or long highway routes. Authorities feel this step will push more discipline among fleet owners, mainly those running pickup trucks and other commercial vehicles across different states.

Digital Disclosure Made Mandatory in Form 28

Form 28, which is used to apply for No Objection Certificates, has been updated. Applicants must now declare any pending toll plaza demands in the form. The form will also be available through online portals, allowing faster and more transparent processing.

Electronic Toll Collection data will play a central role in tracking unpaid user fees recorded on National Highway stretches.

Support for Barrier-Free Tolling System

Officials said these rule changes will help start the Multi-Lane Free Flow toll system. In this system, vehicles do not need to stop at toll plazas. Toll amount will be detected and charged automatically.

Every day more vehicles are running on highways. Because of this, the government feels these rules will help in proper toll recovery and keep highways in better condition.

Also Read: Toll Payment to Go Fully Digital from 1 April 2026: FASTag and UPI Only

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Frequently Asked Questions on Commercial Vehicles

Q1. What is the typical loading capacity of commercial vehicles?

Ans. Commercial vehicles vary from small pickups with 1–2 ton capacity to heavy trucks and 16-wheeler trucks carrying 20–25 tons, depending on the model and axle configuration.

Q2. Which engine types are commonly used in commercial vehicles?

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Q3. What mileage can one expect from commercial vehicles?

Ans. Mileage depends on vehicle type and load. Pickup trucks and mini trucks often give 10–15 km/l, while larger trucks may range 3–6 km/l, depending on fuel and route conditions.

Q4. What comfort and utility features are offered in commercial vehicles?

Ans. Modern commercial vehicles come with adjustable seats, air conditioning, infotainment in some pickups, wide doors, storage space, and features like GPS tracking, rearview cameras, and reinforced cargo beds.

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