Jammu Kashmir: STA Approves Revised Passenger Fares | Kashmir Life

SRINAGAR: The State Transport Authority (STA), Jammu and Kashmir has approved a revision in passenger fares for 4-wheelers, including Tata Magic (auto), aligning them with mini-bus rates up to a maximum limit of 15 kilometres. The revised structure, issued under Annexure “E” of the Passenger Fare Revision–2026, includes an 18 per cent hike over existing fares and is inclusive of passenger tax.

As per the notified rates, passengers will now pay Rs 9 for distances up to 3 kilometres, Rs 14 for up to 5 kilometres, Rs 17 for up to 10 kilometres, Rs 20 for up to 15 kilometres, and Rs 26 for up to 20 kilometres. The revised fares reflect incremental increases ranging from Rs 1.32 to Rs 3.97 over previous rates, depending on distance slabs.

For journeys beyond 20 kilometres, fares will be charged per additional kilometre in line with stage carriage passenger bus rates applicable on the respective routes. In the Kashmir region, the rate is fixed at Rs 1.19 per kilometre for plain areas and Rs 1.64 for hilly terrain, while in the Jammu region, it is Rs 1.12 for plains and Rs 1.59 for hilly areas.

The order further stipulates that a 50 per cent concession, as outlined in Annexure G, will continue to apply across all eligible categories.

The notification has been issued by the Transport Commissioner, who also serves as Chairman of the STA, and bears the date April 30, 2026.