MTAG Service Hours in Ramadan Expanded for Public Convenience
The MTAG service hours in Ramadan have been officially extended following a major announcement by the Directorate General of Excise. The move is aimed at easing public access to MTAG registration and verification services during the holy month.
Under the new plan, select centers will now operate around the clock, while others have been shifted from 9-hour schedules to extended 12-hour shifts.
This step is expected to reduce waiting time and improve service flow for motorcycle owners seeking MTAG registration.
24 Hour MTAG Centers in Islamabad Increased to Four
The number of 24 hour MTAG centers Islamabad has been increased to four after two new locations were added.
The following centers will now remain open 24 hours a day:
- 26 Number Center
- F-9 Park Center
- Faizabad Center
- Phulgran Center
These facilities will operate without interruption, offering continuous service to citizens.
12-Hour MTAG Shifts Introduced at Key Check Posts
On the directions of the DG Excise announcement, several centers have shifted from 9-hour to 12-hour operational schedules.
The following locations will now provide 12-hour service:
- Rawat Check Post
- G-14 Check Post
- 9th Avenue I-9
- Gandam Godam Naka
- Daman-e-Koh
- Murree Road near Tulip
- Gulberg Greens
- Malpur
- Margalla Avenue Check Post
This expansion is part of a broader plan to improve traffic monitoring and ownership verification through digital scanning systems.
Mandatory MTAG Required Documents
Citizens visiting any Excise Department MTAG centers must bring the following documents:
- Original motorcycle ownership documents
- Valid national identity card
- Registered mobile number
- Official Excise-issued number plate
Without these documents, the MTAG process cannot be completed.
Why This Matters During Ramadan
Ramadan often sees adjusted working hours across public departments. By expanding MTAG service hours in Ramadan, the Excise Department aims to maintain smooth operations while accommodating public schedules.
Officials say the system includes modern security features, and MTAG scanning at various checkpoints verifies both vehicle number and ownership in real time.
This update is expected to reduce delays and improve compliance among motorcycle owners.
Expected Impact
- Faster MTAG processing
- Reduced congestion at service centers
- Better ownership verification
- Improved security monitoring
Authorities have advised citizens to visit the nearest operational center with complete documentation to avoid inconvenience.
Further updates may follow if additional centers are added or timings are revised.
