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Banka, Bihar: The Collectorate, Banka, Prohibition Branch has announced a short-term public auction of 46 confiscated vehicles under the applicable provisions of the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act . The auction will be conducted in three phases under the new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
The exact count is 46 vehicles , with the catalogue running from Serial No. 1 to Serial No. 46 . The list includes motorcycles, pickup vehicles and other four-wheelers , while some vehicles may be classified as scrap .
| Auction | Application Deadline | Auction Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seventh Auction | August 10, 2026 | August 12, 2026 | 11:30 AM |
| Eighth Auction | August 20, 2026 | August 22, 2026 | 11:30 AM |
| Ninth Auction | September 1, 2026 | September 3, 2026 | 11:30 AM |
The seventh auction is scheduled for August 12, 2026 , with applications due by August 10 . Vehicles remaining unsold after this round will be offered in the eighth auction on August 22 , while vehicles still remaining will be offered in the ninth auction on September 3, 2026 .
The original owners of the confiscated vehicles can also participate in the auction , subject to the applicable auction rules and legal conditions.
Vehicle owners who have filed an appeal, revision petition or Form-IV regarding their vehicle must inform the auction committee before the scheduled auction date .
They must also submit the relevant supporting evidence along with their claim or information.
The Banka Collectorate's Prohibition Branch will conduct a short-term public auction of exactly 46 confiscated vehicles in three stages. The auctions are scheduled for August 12, August 22 and September 3, 2026 , with all auctions beginning at 11:30 AM .
The application deadlines are August 10, August 20 and September 1, 2026 , respectively. Vehicles remaining unsold will move to subsequent auction rounds, with the vehicle value reduced by 10% in each successive auction as per the stated conditions.
In a major opportunity for vehicle buyers and auction enthusiasts, the Banka district administration in Bihar has announced the sixth public auction of confiscated vehicles seized under the provisions of the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act seized vehicles , 2016 and its amended rules.
According to the official notification issued by the Collectorate, Banka, a total of 58 confiscated vehicles that remained unsold in previous rounds of auction will now be offered for sale on an "As Is Where Is Basis" .
The auction will be conducted at the office premises of the Superintendent of Excise, Maheshadih, Banka , on June 17, 2026 , beginning at 11:30 AM .
Interested bidders must submit their applications along with the required earnest money deposit (EMD) by 5:00 PM on June 15, 2026 at the Office of the Superintendent of Excise, Banka.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Auction Date | June 17, 2026 |
| Auction Time | 11:30 AM |
| Last Date for Application Submission | June 15, 2026 (5 PM) |
| Venue | Office of Superintendent of Excise, Maheshadih, Banka |
The auction inventory includes a wide variety of vehicles confiscated in prohibition-related cases and subsequently vested with the government through orders of competent confiscation authorities.
The list includes:
Several vehicles are listed as scrap category vehicles , while others remain operational and carry assessed auction values ranging from a few thousand rupees to several lakh rupees.
Among the notable vehicles available are:
These vehicles may attract significant interest from transport operators, businesses and individual buyers looking for cost-effective purchases.
The notification states that the auction will be conducted under the revised departmental Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) issued through Letter No. 809 dated February 3, 2026.
Under the new guidelines:
Applicants must deposit the prescribed 20% earnest money amount mentioned against the selected vehicle before participating in the auction.
The amount can be submitted through:
Successful bidders will have the EMD adjusted against the final bid amount, while unsuccessful bidders will receive refunds.
The successful bidder must deposit the entire auction amount within three days of the auction.
Failure to make payment within the stipulated period will result in:
The auction committee will issue only an authorization letter in favor of the successful bidder. The responsibility for obtaining fresh registration and completing all vehicle-related documentation will rest entirely with the purchaser.
The administration has clarified that it is not obligated to provide previous registration records or other historical vehicle documents.
The notification further states that vehicles categorized as scrap will be handed over only after dismantling in accordance with departmental guidelines.
Any expenses associated with dismantling and disposal will have to be borne by the auction purchaser.
Existing vehicle owners who may have legal claims, appeals or revisions pending regarding the confiscated vehicles have been advised to submit documentary proof before the auction date.
The administration has also clarified that original owners, if interested, are eligible to participate in the auction process.
Prospective bidders are strongly advised to physically inspect the vehicles at the respective police stations or excise locations before submitting applications. Submission of an application will be treated as confirmation that the bidder has inspected and accepted the vehicle's condition.
The auction committee reserves the right to cancel the auction of any vehicle or all vehicles without assigning a reason.
Banka: The Prohibition Department of Banka district has issued a short-term public notice for the auction of confiscated vehicles under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 and its amended provisions of 2018. The auction will cover vehicles seized and later confiscated in various excise and police cases across the district.
According to the notification, the public auction will be held on January 7, 2026, from 11.30 am at the office premises of the Superintendent, Prohibition Department, Maheshadih, Banka. A second auction will be conducted on the same date for vehicles that remain unsold in the first round.
The last date for submission of applications is January 5, 2026, up to 5 pm , at the office of the Superintendent of Prohibition, Banka.
As per the consolidated list, around 75–80 vehicles will be auctioned on a “ Official Notification ” basis . These include a wide mix of two-wheelers, three-wheelers and four-wheelers, as well as a few vehicles meant strictly for scrap.
Major categories include:
Motorcycles: Hero (Splendor, Glamour, HF Deluxe, Passion Pro), TVS (Sport, Apache, Radeon), Bajaj (Platina, Discover, Pulsar), Honda (Shine, Unicorn), Yamaha and others
Cars: Maruti Suzuki (Alto, Eeco, WagonR-type models), Hyundai, Tata and other passenger vehicles
Commercial vehicles: Mahindra Bolero pickup, Tata 407, Tata trucks
Three-wheelers: Piaggio Ape autos, e-rickshaws and tempos
Scrap vehicles: Several old or unidentifiable two-wheelers, cars and autos marked for scrap disposal only
The reserve prices range from about ₹200 for scrap cycles to over ₹6.9 lakh for higher-end four-wheelers , with corresponding earnest money deposits (EMD) mentioned against each vehicle.
Applicants must submit an application, affidavit, ID proof and EMD (as specified for each vehicle) by the due date, either via bank draft or transfer to the designated Prohibition Department account.
Successful bidders will have to deposit the full bid amount plus 3% service charge (payable to BSBC Ltd) within three days of the auction.
Vehicles will be handed over after completion of formalities; registration and documentation will be the buyer’s responsibility .
Vehicles marked as scrap will be dismantled and handed over accordingly after auction.
The department reserves the right to cancel the auction of any or all vehicles without assigning reasons .
Vehicle owners who have filed appeals, revisions or statutory applications in respect of the listed vehicles have been asked to inform the auction committee with documentary proof before the auction date . Owners are also permitted to participate in the auction.
For further details, interested bidders may contact the Office of the Superintendent, Prohibition Department, Banka .
