Kollam Kerala Police Excise Vehicle Auction

Kollam, Kerala Excise Department Vehicle Auction 2026: 58 Confiscated Vehicles to Be Sold Through MSTC E-Auction

Kollam: The Kerala State Excise Department is set to conduct an online auction of 58 confiscated vehicles through the MSTC e-auction platform on July 31, 2026. The auction catalogue includes a wide range of vehicles, from Honda Activa scooters and Yamaha bikes to Royal Enfield, Yamaha R15, cars, autorickshaws and a Tata Yodha pickup.

The auction is being conducted under Auction Number MSTC/TVC/KERALA STATE EXCISE DEPARTMENT/4/CHINNAKKADA KOLLAM/26-27/21782 . The vehicles are being offered on an "As is where is", "As is what is", "no-complaint" and "Caveat Emptor" basis.

The scheduled MSTC e-auction will begin on July 31, 2026, at 11:00 AM and close at 4:30 PM . The catalogue was available for viewing from July 21, while the vehicle inspection period was scheduled from July 22 to July 29, 2026.
 

Kerala Excise Department Vehicle Auction 2026: Key Details

CHINNAKKADA KOLLAM Vehicles MSTC Auction NOTICE

What Vehicles Are Included in the Kerala MSTC E-Auction?

The 58-lot vehicle auction includes two-wheelers, autorickshaws, passenger vehicles and cars. The vehicles listed in the catalogue are described as confiscated vehicles involved in Akbari and NDPS cases , with further details available in the auction terms and conditions.

The starting prices range from ₹3,640 to ₹2,71,810 , giving bidders a wide selection across different vehicle categories.
Vehicles Auction List

Bikes and Scooters: Starting Prices and Details

Note: The catalogue numbering jumps from Lot 18 to Lot 20 and subsequently includes other non-two-wheeler lots. The catalogue states that the total number of lots is 56 , while the extracted lot listings provided for this auction run up to Lot 58 . Prospective bidders should verify the final active catalogue and lot count on the MSTC platform before bidding.

Autorickshaws and Commercial Vehicles in Auction

Several autorickshaws and commercial vehicles are also included in the Kerala Excise Department auction.

The Piaggio Ape Electric Passenger Autorickshaw carries a starting price of ₹1 lakh , while the Autorickshaw KL-02-AH-7124 is listed at a starting price of ₹6,800 .

Car and Pickup Vehicle Auction Details

The auction also features a Chevrolet Beat , a Maruti Alto and a Tata Yodha 20 BS-VI pickup , among other vehicles.

The Tata Yodha 20 Pickup BS-VI has the highest starting price in the extracted catalogue at ₹2,71,810 . The Maruti Alto is listed with a starting price of ₹1,18,020 , while the Chevrolet Beat starts at ₹37,740 .

Kerala Vehicle Auction: EMD and GST Rules

According to the auction catalogue, the post-bid EMD is 25% of the basic material value for the listed lots. The successful H1 bidder is required to deposit the post-bid EMD within seven days from the date of acceptance of the lot , unless the catalogue specifies otherwise.

The balance or full payment is required within 22 days from the date of acceptance of the lot . A late payment penalty of 1% per week plus applicable GST will be charged for delayed payment.

The catalogue also states that GST at 18% is applicable , and the H1 bidder will have to pay the applicable GST amount to the concerned GST authorities under the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) .

Inspection and Vehicle Location

The vehicles are located at different places across Kollam district and surrounding Excise and police jurisdictions . The listed locations include Karunagappally, Kollam, Chathannoor, Anchal, Kulathupuzha, Punalur, Yeroor, Pathanapuram, Chadayamangalam, Sasthamcotta, Kunnathoor, Kottarakkara and other locations .

The inspection schedule was listed as July 22 to July 29, 2026 . Since the auction catalogue is based on the condition of the vehicles at the time of sale, prospective bidders should inspect the respective vehicle before placing a bid.

Important Terms for Kerala Excise Vehicle Auction

The vehicles are being sold on an "As is where is", "As is what is", "no-complaint" and "Caveat Emptor" basis . This means bidders should carefully assess the condition and suitability of a vehicle before participating in the auction.

The successful bidder must take delivery of the purchased material within 30 days of the issue of the Delivery Order , unless otherwise specified in the catalogue. A ground rent of 1% per week plus applicable GST may be charged for delays in taking delivery.

The auction also has an 8-minute auto-extension facility.

How to Participate in the MSTC Kerala Vehicle Auction

Interested bidders should check the final auction status, lot details, inspection conditions and applicable terms on the MSTC e-auction platform before participating.

Bidders should:

1. Review the complete auction catalogue and terms and conditions.
2. Check the final list of active lots before bidding.
3. Inspect the vehicle during the permitted inspection period.
4. Verify the vehicle registration details and available records.
5. Understand the 25% post-bid EMD requirement .
6. Consider applicable GST under RCM and other auction-related costs.
7. Place bids only after reviewing the "As is where is" and "Caveat Emptor" conditions .
8. Pay the required EMD and balance amount within the specified timelines after acceptance of the lot.

Kerala Excise Department Auction: Important Contact Details

Seller: Kerala State Excise Department
Address: First Floor, Excise Complex, Chinnakkada, Kollam, Kerala – 691001
Seller Contact Person: Jayaprasad G
Phone: 9656862578
Email: [email protected]

MSTC Officer: Siddharth Krishnan
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9867566097

MSTC Officer: Ankur Prasad
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9874777668

MSTC Helpdesk: 07969066600
Email: [email protected]

The Kerala State Excise Department MSTC vehicle auction 2026 offers bidders an opportunity to purchase a range of confiscated vehicles, including bikes, scooters, autorickshaws, cars and a Tata Yodha pickup . The listed starting prices begin at ₹3,640 for a Hero Honda CD Deluxe and go up to ₹2,71,810 for a Tata Yodha 20 Pickup BS-VI .

The online auction is scheduled for July 31, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM . However, bidders should carefully verify the final active catalogue, lot numbering, inspection details and auction status on MSTC before participating, as the extracted catalogue contains a discrepancy between the stated total of 56 lots and the listed lot numbers extending to Lot 58 .