Auction Number: MSTC/LKO/UPSRTC/125/LUCKNOW/25-26/31469
Auction Type: O-General Auction
Catalogue View Date: 11-09-2025
Inspection Schedule: 11-09-2025 to 17-09-2025
Auction Date & Time: 18-09-2025 (11:30 AM – 3:30 PM)
Auction Status: Not Activated
Auction Auto-extension: 8 minutes
Upload Docs Required: No
Currency: INR
Post-Bid EMD: Within 7 days of lot acceptance (unless otherwise specified)
Total: 38 UPSRTC Buses (2014 Models)
Location: Saharanpur Yard
Lot 1: 20 Buses – Base Price ₹66,24,300 (~₹3.3 lakh per bus)
Lot 2: 18 Buses – Base Price ₹59,62,836 (~₹3.3 lakh per bus)
Condition:
Average age ~11 years, ~4 years usable life left (15-year CV rule).
Tyres/parts may need replacement.
Mandatory physical inspection advised.
GST: 18% extra on final bid value.
Can operate in states like Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Bihar (where >10-year vehicles still allowed).
Earnings potential:
₹5,000–₹7,000 per bus per day (after expenses).
~₹1.5 lakh monthly profit possible with proper permits & routes.
At ~₹3 lakh per bus, cost is comparable to a used car — attractive for transporters.
Inspect buses before bidding.
Ensure registration transfer, permits, RTO taxes are cleared.
If prices feel high, wait for re-auction (reserve prices may reduce).
More suitable for experienced transport operators than first-time buyers.
Valid GST Number
Current Account (mandatory for bidding)
In Summary:
MSTC is auctioning 38 UPSRTC buses (2014 models) at Saharanpur Yard on 18th September 2025. With base prices around ₹3.3 lakh per bus, this is a cost-effective opportunity for transport operators — provided they inspect thoroughly and manage permits, maintenance, and operations efficiently.