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Varanasi: The Customs (Preventive) Division in Varanasi will conduct an e-auction of seized vehicles later this month through the MSTC portal. The online auction is scheduled to take place on March 20, 2026, offering several vehicles including cars and a container truck for sale on an “as is where is” basis.
According to the auction catalogue, interested bidders will be allowed to inspect the vehicles between March 12 and March 19, 2026 at the Customs Preventive Division premises located at 9 Maqbool Alam Road, opposite DIG Colony, Varanasi.
The e-auction will begin at 12 noon on March 20 and conclude at 4 pm the same day, with an auto-extension of 8 minutes applicable if bids are received near the closing time.
NOTICE
The catalogue includes four lots of vehicles that were seized and are now being auctioned:
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga (KA-48-N-0067) – 1 unit
Ford EcoSport (MP-20-CJ-7567) – 1 unit
Suzuki XL6 (JH-10CS-2340) – 1 unit
Tata container truck (UP-78-DN-8204) – 1 unit
Each lot will be auctioned individually, with bidding starting at Re 1 and a minimum bid increment of Re 1.
The vehicles will be sold on an “as is where is, as is what is, and no-complaint” basis, meaning buyers must inspect the vehicles and verify their condition before bidding.
Successful bidders will need to deposit a post-bid earnest money deposit (EMD) of 25% of the final bid value within the stipulated time after acceptance of the bid. The remaining payment must be completed within eight days, failing which penalties may apply.
After full payment, buyers must take delivery of the vehicles within seven days of the delivery order. Delays in lifting the vehicles may attract ground rent charges at 1% per week plus applicable GST.
The vehicles are currently stored at the Customs Preventive Division godown in Varanasi, from where successful bidders will have to arrange transportation.
Officials said the auction is part of routine disposal of seized or confiscated assets and will be conducted online through MSTC’s e-auction platform.
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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Police is set to conduct an online auction of departmental vehicles and miscellaneous items through the government e-auction platform of MSTC Limited. The auction will be organised by the SP Logistics wing of the Police Headquarters in Lucknow.
According to the official catalogue, the e-auction (No. MSTC/LKO/SP Logistics UP Police Headquarters/100/Lucknow/25-26/64938) will take place on March 12, 2026, between 11:30 am and 3:30 pm.
Interested bidders can inspect the vehicles and materials between March 3 and March 11, 2026, at various police line locations across Uttar Pradesh. Authorities have advised bidders to physically inspect the vehicles to verify their condition, documents and other details before placing bids.
The auction will follow the standard “as is where is”, “as is what is” and “no complaint” basis, meaning buyers must accept the condition of the items at the time of sale.
OFFICIAL NOTICE
Each lot in the auction will start at a base price of ₹1, with a minimum bid increment of ₹1. The catalogue lists 31 lots of vehicles and miscellaneous materials located at different police units across the state.
After the auction, successful bidders must deposit a post-bid Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) equal to 20% of the final bid value within seven days. The remaining payment must be completed within 17 days of acceptance of the lot.
The auction includes departmental vehicles and related materials stored at police lines and units in multiple districts of Uttar Pradesh.
Major locations include:
Meerut
Agra
Hardoi
Jalaun
Saharanpur
Ghaziabad
Hathras
Hapur
Mathura
Raebareli
Amroha
Gorakhpur
Kanpur Dehat
Unnao
Balrampur
Shamli
Chitrakoot
Pratapgarh
Pilibhit
Lakhimpur Kheri
Mainpuri
The auction includes different categories such as:
Cars
Two-wheelers
Miscellaneous vehicle-related materials
Some lots are located at specialised units including the ATS Headquarters in Lucknow.
The auction will be conducted under the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) of GST, meaning only bidders with a valid GST number updated in their MSTC profile can participate.
Under RCM rules, buyers will be responsible for depositing applicable GST directly with the tax authorities.
Once the payment is completed, MSTC will issue a digitally signed Delivery Order, allowing the buyer to collect the vehicle from the specified location. Buyers must take delivery within 30 days of the delivery order.
Officials also clarified that:
Buyers will have to transfer the vehicle registration (RC) in their name at their own expense.
The police department and MSTC will not entertain complaints regarding vehicle condition after the auction.
Physical inspection before bidding is strongly recommended.
The auction system includes an automatic extension feature of eight minutes. If a new bid is placed near the closing time, the auction window for that lot will extend automatically to ensure fair participation.
For queries related to the auction, bidders can contact the SP Logistics office of the UP Police Headquarters in Lucknow or the MSTC regional office handling the auction process.
Officials said the disposal of old departmental vehicles through e-auction helps ensure transparency and efficient asset management while allowing the public and registered bidders to participate in the process.
A detailed e-auction catalogue has been issued under Auction No. MSTC/ERO/Commissioner of Customs(Airport)/12/Kolkata/25-26/62053 for the sale of confiscated and seized electronics on an “As is where is”, “As is what is”, and “No Complaint” basis.
Seller: Commissioner of Customs (Airport), Kolkata
Location: Disposal Shed, Custom House, 15/1 Strand Road, Kolkata, West Bengal
Auction Type: C-Customs Auction
Catalogue View Date: 17-02-2026
Inspection Period: 18-02-2026 to 05-03-2026
Auction Date: 06-03-2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM (IST)
Close Time: 4:00 PM (IST)
Auto Extension: 8 minutes
Auction Status: Not Activated (as per download dated 03-03-2026)
Total Lots: 1
Pre-Bid EMD: ₹4,00,000 (Item-wise EMD applicable)
Post Bid EMD: 25% of basic bid value
Full/Balance Payment: Within 8 days from acceptance of lot
Post Bid EMD Deposit: Within 3 days of lot acceptance
Late Payment Penalty: 1% per week plus applicable GST
Ground Rent: 1% per week plus GST
Delivery Period: Within 7 days of Delivery Order
Currency: INR
GST: As applicable under Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM)
Only bidders with valid GST registration are eligible to participate under RCM provisions.
Lot No: 1
Lot Name: Confiscated/Seized Mobiles and Electronics
Product Category: Mobile/Tablet & Electronics Items
Quantity: 1 Lot
Start Price: ₹1
Bid Increment: ₹1
Bid Valid Till: 05-04-2026
The following items are included in the single lot located at Disposal Shed, Custom House, Kolkata:
Processor with light source (CV-150) Olympus brand, part of endoscopy equipment (foreign origin suspected) – 1 pc
Refurbished Dell Laptop 7th Gen – 2 pcs
Refurbished Lenovo Laptop 7th Gen – 1 pc
iPhone 15 Pro Max (256GB) – 11 pcs
iPhone 15 Pro (256GB) – 10 pcs
iPhone 15 Pro (128GB) – 10 pcs
iPhone 13 (256GB) – 1 pc
iPad Pro 11-inch (1TB) – 1 pc
iPad Magic Keyboard – 1 pc
Contact Persons for Inspection:
Raushan Mahanama (SCP) – 9038741075
Deepjyoti Das (PO) – 9163940487
Buyers must physically inspect the material before bidding. No complaints regarding quality, quantity, or specifications will be entertained after bid submission.
The successful bidder must comply with GST payment under RCM.
Export of goods outside India is not permitted.
Certain items may require statutory permissions or licenses before delivery.
Auto-bid and auto-extension facilities are enabled during live bidding.
Bids once submitted cannot be withdrawn.
Failure to deposit EMD or balance payment within stipulated timelines may result in forfeiture and deactivation of login.
Delivery Order will be issued digitally upon full payment compliance.
This auction presents an opportunity for bulk purchase of premium seized electronics, including high-value Apple devices and refurbished laptops, through the official MSTC e-auction platform.
MSTC Limited is a public sector undertaking (PSU) that operates in the fields of e-commerce, trading, and recycling. It was incorporated in 1964 and is headquartered in Kolkata, India.
MSTC Limited conducts e-auctions for various commodities and assets such as coal, iron ore, metals, scrap, machinery, and vehicles on behalf of various government organizations and private clients. These e-auctions are conducted through its online platform called "MSTC Metal Mandi" and provide a transparent, efficient, and convenient way of trading and disposal of assets.
MSTC Limited is a Mini Ratna Category-I PSU that reports to the Ministry of Steel, Government of India. All Current and Upcoming Auctions on e-Auctions.
MSTC Limited is a Government of India enterprise that specializes in conducting e-auctions for a wide range of goods and services. MSTC’s e-auctions platform is widely used for auctioning surplus, obsolete, or unserviceable materials, and assets across different sectors, including government bodies, public sector units, and private businesses.
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To participate in MSTC’s upcoming e-auctions, you need to regularly check their website, particularly the "Forthcoming Auctions" section. The details will include auction terms, product descriptions, reserve prices, and inspection schedules.
The most common categories for upcoming MSTC auctions include:
ForthComing Eauctions: https://www.mstcindia.co.in/content/Forthcoming_e_Auctions_for_All_regions.aspx and http://www.mstcindia.in/content/Forthcoming_e_Auctions_For_All_regions.aspx#auctionsection
After the auction is completed, the winner needs to pay the required amount as per the terms and conditions of the auction and fulfill other obligations such as getting the necessary approvals and completing the construction within the stipulated time.
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