Indiana Vehicle Registration Fees — 2026
Indiana uses a age depreciation formula. $21.35 base fee; 2.0% of value (Excise tax); age-depreciation table; +$221 EV surcharge. Use the calculator below for your specific vehicle.
Your Indiana registration fee
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Indiana fee breakdown
| Fee component | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base registration fee | $21.35 | — |
| Excise tax | 2.0% of MSRP | depreciated by age in most states |
| EV surcharge (BEV) | $221.30 | in addition to base |
| PHEV/Hybrid surcharge | $74.50 | — |
| Title fee (one-time) | $15.00 | — |
| Plate fee | $9.50 | — |
| Transportation infrastructure improvement fee | $15.00 | — |
| BMV technology fee | $0.50 | — |
| County add-on (state median) | $25.00 | varies by county; calculator lets you override |
Renewal & late penalty
Renewal cycle: 1, 2-years.
Late penalty: $15-$30 based on lateness.
Federal tax deductibility
On Schedule A, you can deduct the value-based portion of Indiana registration (Excise tax). Other components are not deductible.
Notes
Excise based on factory MSRP class table + age depreciation. EV/hybrid fees indexed.