This SMS service for vehicle verification in Punjab was launched in collaboration between the Excise & Taxation Department and PITB’s Citizen Contact Center.
While the exact date isn’t readily available, it’s been operational for several years.
How to Check Vehicle Registration in Punjab Through SMS?
Here’s how to check vehicle registration in Punjab through SMS:
- Open your phone’s SMS app.
- Type in the vehicle’s registration number.
- Send the SMS to 8785.
You’ll receive a reply with the following details about the vehicle:
- Chassis number
- Engine number
- Make (manufacturer)
- Registration date
- Token paid status (up-to-date or not)
- Owner’s name
This service works throughout the province of Punjab, Pakistan.
Additional Information:
This service is a convenient way to quickly verify vehicle registration details, especially useful during police checks or when buying/selling a used car.
For further assistance, you can also call the Punjab Excise & Taxation Department’s helpline at 0800-08786.
To check Vehicle Registration in Islamabad Through SMS?
if you are a resident of Islamabad and you dont have an access to internet you can still check the registration of your car by simply
- Send an SMS with the complete vehicle number (including alphabets) to 8521.
- Similar to Punjab, you’ll receive the relevant registration information.
