Car Number Plate Check Online Pakistan 2026 — MTMIS Punjab, Sindh, KPK & Islamabad Guide
Car Number Plate Check Online Pakistan 2026
Buying a used car in Pakistan? Want to know if a vehicle is stolen? Need to check token tax status before purchasing? Pakistan’s provincial excise departments have made it easy to verify any registered vehicle online — for free, in seconds.
This guide covers MTMIS Punjab, Sindh Excise, KPK Excise, and Islamabad’s online vehicle verification portals — step by step — plus SMS shortcodes, what information you actually get, how to check if a car is stolen, and NADRA’s role in vehicle verification.
What Is MTMIS?
MTMIS stands for Motor Transport Management Information System. It is a digital platform developed by Pakistan’s provincial excise and taxation departments to manage vehicle registration, taxation, and ownership records. Each province operates its own MTMIS portal — they are not connected to each other.
Key point: Punjab’s MTMIS only verifies Punjab-registered vehicles. You cannot look up a Sindh-registered car on MTMIS Punjab and vice versa.
Punjab Vehicle Verification — MTMIS Punjab
MTMIS Punjab was launched in 2003 by the Punjab Excise and Taxation Department in collaboration with the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB). It is now the most comprehensive vehicle database in the country, covering cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles registered in Punjab.
Step-by-Step: How to Verify a Punjab Vehicle Online
- Go to the official MTMIS Punjab portal: mtmis.excise.punjab.gov.pk
- Enter the vehicle registration number exactly as printed on the number plate (e.g., LEC-1234 or RIW-456)
- Alternatively, enter the chassis number if you have access to the vehicle
- Complete the captcha verification
- Click “Search Vehicle”
- Results appear within seconds
What Information Does MTMIS Punjab Show?
- Owner’s full name and father’s name
- Vehicle make, model, and year
- Registration date and district
- Engine number and chassis number
- Vehicle colour and body type
- Token tax payment status (paid/unpaid)
- Outstanding traffic fines and challans
- Fitness certificate status (for commercial vehicles)
Punjab SMS Verification
Send your registration number to 8785. Type the plate number exactly (e.g., LEC 1234) and send to 8785. You will receive a reply with basic vehicle details including owner name, model, and token tax status. A small SMS charge may apply.
Punjab Token Tax Payment
Pay vehicle token tax online via the ePay Punjab app or at any Punjab Bank branch. You can also check how much token tax is due from the MTMIS portal before visiting a bank.
Sindh Vehicle Verification — Excise Sindh
The Excise, Taxation, and Narcotics Department of Sindh manages vehicle records for Karachi and all of Sindh province.
Step-by-Step: How to Verify a Sindh Vehicle Online
- Visit: excise.gos.pk/vehicle/vehicle_search
- Enter the vehicle registration number (e.g., KAB-1234 for Karachi)
- Submit to retrieve records
What Sindh MTMIS Shows
- Owner name and registration details
- Vehicle make, model, year
- Engine and chassis number
- Token tax status
- CPLC clearance status — whether the vehicle has been reported stolen or snatched
The CPLC (Citizens Police Liaison Committee) clearance is particularly valuable for used car buyers in Sindh. It confirms whether the vehicle has ever been reported as stolen or snatched in Karachi.
CPLC Verification (Sindh)
You can also directly verify a vehicle against the CPLC stolen vehicle database:
- Visit: web.cplc.app/verification-of-vehicles/
- Enter registration number or chassis number
- Verify against Sindh’s Stolen/Snatched Vehicle Database
KPK Vehicle Verification — Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Excise
The Excise, Taxation, and Narcotics Control Department of KPK manages vehicle registrations for Peshawar and all of KP province.
How to Verify a KPK Vehicle Online
- Visit: kpexcise.gov.pk/mvrecords/
- Enter the vehicle registration number (KP plates use formats like P-1234 or A-12345)
- Submit to view registration records
What KPK Excise Shows
- Owner name and registration details
- Vehicle make, model, year, and colour
- Engine and chassis number
- Token tax status
Islamabad Vehicle Verification
Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) manages its own vehicle records independently from Punjab, even though many ICT residents also have Punjab-registered vehicles.
How to Verify an Islamabad Vehicle Online
- Visit: islamabadexcise.gov.pk
- Navigate to vehicle verification section
- Enter the registration number (Islamabad plates use format IEM-1234 or ISD-5678)
- Submit to retrieve records
Islamabad Token Tax
Pay via the City App Islamabad or at Islamabad Excise offices. The app also allows online renewal of vehicle registration.
Province-Wise Quick Reference: Verification Portals & SMS Codes
| Province / Territory | Official Portal | SMS Code | CPLC Check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punjab | mtmis.excise.punjab.gov.pk | Send plate to 8785 | No (use police report) |
| Sindh | excise.gos.pk/vehicle/vehicle_search | — | web.cplc.app |
| KPK | kpexcise.gov.pk/mvrecords/ | — | — |
| Islamabad | islamabadexcise.gov.pk | — | — |
| Balochistan | Contact local excise office | — | — |
How to Check if a Car Is Stolen in Pakistan
This is crucial for any used car purchase. Here are three official ways to check:
1. NADRA Stolen Vehicle Check — SMS to 8521
NADRA (National Database and Registration Authority) operates a stolen vehicle SMS verification service:
- Send: The vehicle’s chassis number (not the plate number) via SMS
- To: 8521
- Result: You receive a reply confirming whether the vehicle’s chassis is classified as stolen
- Fee: Standard SMS rate applies
The chassis number is typically found on a metal plate under the bonnet, on the dashboard (visible through windscreen), or in the vehicle registration book (book).
2. Punjab Police Vehicle Verification
Visit pkm.punjab.gov.pk for Punjab Police’s vehicle verification service, which cross-references stolen vehicle FIRs.
3. CPLC Sindh (Karachi Buyers)
The most comprehensive stolen vehicle database for Karachi is maintained by CPLC. Visit web.cplc.app or call the CPLC helpline at 021-35662222.
NADRA’s Role: Vehicle Registration Cards
NADRA prints the Smart Vehicle Registration Card — the official ownership document — on behalf of provincial excise departments. NADRA’s system cross-references ownership with your CNIC, making it harder to forge or transfer ownership fraudulently.
You can verify whether a vehicle’s registration card is authentic through NADRA’s official website: nadra.gov.pk/vehicle-access-control/
What to Check Before Buying a Used Car in Pakistan (Verification Checklist)
- Run MTMIS check for the relevant province — verify owner name matches seller’s CNIC
- Check chassis number on NADRA’s 8521 SMS service — confirm it’s not stolen
- Verify engine number physically matches what’s in the registration book
- Check token tax status — unpaid token tax becomes your liability after transfer
- Check outstanding challans — traffic fines must be cleared before ownership transfer
- In Karachi — always run a CPLC check before completing any transaction
- Request biometric ownership transfer at the excise office — never accept a “token” or “hand note” as proof of ownership
Common Number Plate Formats by Province
| Province | Plate Format | Example | Code Letters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lahore (Punjab) | LXX-1234 | LEC-5678 | L prefix |
| Rawalpindi (Punjab) | RXX-1234 | RIW-9012 | R prefix |
| Faisalabad (Punjab) | FXX-1234 | FBD-3456 | F prefix |
| Karachi (Sindh) | KXX-1234 | KAB-7890 | K prefix |
| Hyderabad (Sindh) | HYD-1234 | HYD-5678 | HYD |
| Islamabad | IXX-1234 | IEM-4567 | I prefix |
| Peshawar (KPK) | P-12345 | P-67890 | P prefix |
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FAQs — Car Number Plate Check Pakistan 2026
How do I check a car’s registration online in Pakistan?
Visit the MTMIS portal for the relevant province. For Punjab: mtmis.excise.punjab.gov.pk. For Sindh: excise.gos.pk. For KPK: kpexcise.gov.pk. Enter the registration number and you’ll get the owner’s name, registration details, and tax status instantly. The service is free.
Can I check if a car is stolen using just the number plate?
Yes. For Punjab, the MTMIS portal flags suspicious registrations. For Sindh, use the CPLC portal at web.cplc.app. NADRA also offers chassis-based stolen vehicle verification — SMS the chassis number to 8521.
What SMS code do I use to verify a vehicle in Punjab?
Send the registration number (e.g., LEC 5678) to 8785 via SMS. You’ll receive a reply with the owner’s name, model, and token tax status. A small fee applies per SMS.
What information does MTMIS Punjab show?
MTMIS Punjab displays: owner name and father’s name, registration date, vehicle make/model/year, chassis number, engine number, colour, body type, token tax status, outstanding challans, and fitness certificate status for commercial vehicles.
Does MTMIS Punjab show the owner’s CNIC number?
No. For privacy reasons, MTMIS Punjab does not display the full CNIC number of the registered owner. It shows the owner’s name. The CNIC is only visible to authorised excise officers during official transactions.
What is the CPLC and why is it important for Karachi buyers?
CPLC (Citizens Police Liaison Committee) maintains Karachi’s Stolen/Snatched Vehicle Database — updated in near-real-time from police FIRs. Any car bought in Karachi should be checked on web.cplc.app before payment. A vehicle with a CPLC hit means the seller does not have legitimate ownership.
Can I verify a vehicle in Balochistan online?
Balochistan’s digital excise system is less developed compared to other provinces. Contact the local Excise and Taxation office in Quetta or the relevant district for vehicle verification. An online portal is not yet fully operational as of 2026.
What is the NADRA Smart Vehicle Registration Card?
NADRA prints the official Smart Vehicle Registration Card on behalf of excise departments. It links the vehicle to the owner’s CNIC biometrically. You can verify card authenticity at nadra.gov.pk/vehicle-access-control. Always demand this card — not a photocopy — when buying a used vehicle.
