What is a Vehicle Smart Card?
In Punjab, the traditional paper-based vehicle registration book has been replaced by a modern vehicle smart card.
It’s a small, ATM-sized plastic card with a built-in microchip that securely stores important details about your vehicle and its owner.
This includes:
- Registration number
- Engine number
- Chassis number
- Owner’s CNIC
It also features a QR code for quick verification of vehicle details.
Last Verified: 1 August 2026 – fees and contact details on this page were checked against the Excise and Taxation Department published fee schedule and contact directory. Please verify the latest applicable fee from the Punjab Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control Department, as charges may change.
How to Apply for a Vehicle Smart Card in Punjab
Applying is simple. Just follow these steps:
1. Get the Application Form
Visit your nearest Excise & Taxation office or download it from the official website.
2. Fill Out the Form
Enter your vehicle and personal details correctly.
3. Attach Required Documents
Include:
- A copy of your CNIC
- Original vehicle registration book
- Any other required papers
4. Pay the Fee
Submit the required processing fee at the designated bank or within the office.
5. Submit Your Application
Hand in your completed file at the counter. You’ll receive a tracking ID to check the status later.
Once processed, your smart card will be printed and delivered to your address via courier.
How to Check Vehicle Smart Card Status Online in Punjab
Follow these steps to check the status:
- Go to the MTMIS Punjab website
- Click on Application Tracking
- Enter your tracking ID
- Click Submit
- You’ll see the card status, like printed, dispatched, or delivered.
Note: If your ID doesn’t work or shows no result, wait a few days or call the Excise Helpline at 0800-08786
How to Track Punjab Vehicle Smart Card Delivery
Once your card is dispatched:
- Visit the Pakistan Post Tracking website
- Enter the tracking number (from Excise office or MTMIS)
- Click Track to view delivery progress
You’ll see:
- Current location
- Expected delivery date
Didn’t get a tracking number? Call the Excise Helpline or visit your nearest Excise office.
Benefits of Using a Vehicle Smart Card
- Safe and Secure: Hard to fake or copy
- Durable: ATM-sized and not easily damaged
- Quick Verification: Police or Excise staff can scan it instantly
- All Info on One Card: No need to carry extra documents
- Supports Digital Punjab: Promotes paperless, fast, and modern services
Common Issues and Solutions
Tracking ID Not Found
Solution: Double-check the ID. If there is still no result, wait a few days and retry—the system might not be updated yet.
Delay in Delivery
Solution: Use the Pakistan Post tracking. If it is delayed too much, call the helpline or visit the office.
Wrong Information on Card
Solution: Go to the Excise office with original documents and request corrections.
Lost or Damaged Card
Solution: Apply for a duplicate card by submitting necessary documents and paying the fee.
To check how much tax you need to pay, try the Punjab Token Tax Calculator
FAQs – Smart Vehicle Registration Card in Punjab
Is the Vehicle Smart Card the same as the registration book
The Smart Card has replaced the old paper registration book for most vehicles. Older vehicles that have not yet been upgraded may still carry the original registration book, which remains valid until the vehicle is transferred or the card is issued.
Do I get a new Smart Card after an ownership transfer
Yes. Every completed ownership transfer results in a new Smart Card issued in the buyer’s name, and the previous owner’s card is retired. See our Punjab Vehicle Transfer Fee 2026 guide for the full transfer process and fee chart.
What should I do if my Smart Card is lost or stolen
Report the loss and apply for a duplicate registration certificate at your district Excise office with your CNIC and any available vehicle documents. A separate duplicate-issuance fee applies.
Can I use the Smart Card as identity proof
No. The Vehicle Smart Card confirms vehicle registration and ownership details only. It is not a substitute for your CNIC or any other personal identity document.
Is the Smart Card required for imported vehicles too
Yes, imported vehicles registered in Punjab also receive a Smart Card once registration is complete. If you are verifying an imported vehicle’s documents, see our imported vehicle verification guide.
Related Guides
You may also find these guides useful: Punjab Vehicle Transfer Fee 2026, Token Tax Punjab, Bike Verification, Punjab Number Plate Check, MTMIS Lahore Verification & Registration, e-Punjab Guide, and Imported Vehicle Verification.
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Editorial Note
Last Verified: 1 August 2026
Fact Checked: Yes – the Smart Card fee, helpline number, and status-check process on this page were checked against the Excise and Taxation Department’s published fee schedule and contact directory.
Editorial Note: MTMIS Punjab is an independent, unofficial information resource and is not affiliated with the Government of Punjab or the Excise and Taxation Department. This guide is reviewed periodically and updated whenever the Excise Department revises its official fee schedule or process. Please verify the latest applicable fee and process with your district Excise office.
Official References: Punjab Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control Department (excise.punjab.gov.pk) – official fee schedule and vehicle verification service. ePay Punjab (epay.punjab.gov.pk) – official online payment portal.