MoRTH proposes three-year PUCC validity for newer BS-VI private cars
A draft proposal would allow BS-VI private cars under six years old to renew their Pollution Under Control Certificate once every three years, versus more frequent checks for older vehicles. The change is pending public feedback and final notification.
What happened
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways · India’s road transport ministry has proposed extending PUCC renewal for BS-VI private cars under six years to once
Key facts
- BS-VI private cars under six years: PUCC renewal proposed once every three years
- BS-IV vehicles: PUCC renewal remains every six months
- BS-I, BS-II and BS-III vehicles: PUCC renewal every three months
- BS-VI implemented from April 1, 2020
- BS-VI fuel sulphur limit: 10 ppm versus 50 ppm under BS-IV
Why this matters
Auto-aftermarket buyers should prioritize assets with exposure to older-vehicle maintenance, testing and repair demand rather than businesses reliant on frequent PUCC renewals from newer private cars.