🚗 CSD Car Purchase Rules 2025 for Army, Navy, and Air Force
The Canteen Stores Department (CSD) offers the facility for Army, Navy, and Air Force personnel to buy cars at cheaper rates. This benefit is available to serving soldiers, ex-servicemen, and widows. Here's a detailed breakdown of the latest CSD Car Purchase Rules 2025.
🎖 Who Can Buy a Car From CSD?
- All Serving Defence Personnel (Army, Navy, Air Force)
- Retired Defence Personnel (Ex-Servicemen)
- War Widows and Dependents (NOK)
📑 Documents Required
- CSD Application Form (available online)
- Service Certificate / Discharge Book / PPO
- PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Driving License
- Demand Draft or Bank Payment Slip (in the name of dealer)
🚘 Car Purchase Limit in CSD
- Officers – Can buy a new car once every 8 years
- JCOs/OR – Eligible to buy a car once every 10 years
- Widows / NOK – Allowed as per family entitlement rules
- Two-wheeler purchase allowed every 5 years for all ranks
💰 Payment Rules
Payment for CSD car must be done through bank transfer or demand draft only. No cash is allowed. Payments go directly from the customer bank to the authorized dealer. After payment, CSD issues the release order for car delivery.
📢 Important Points
- CSD gives cars only for personal use, not for resale or taxi purposes
- GST and road tax are extra – to be paid at the RTO
- The latest CSD price list can be checked on the dealer or CSD AFD portal
- Loan facilities are available from banks like SBI, PNB, and HDFC under Defence schemes
✅ Conclusion
Buying a car from CSD is a big saving for defence personnel. Ensure eligibility, keep documents ready, and apply through the CSD depot or online AFD portal. Follow the rules to avoid rejection. This benefit is especially made for our soldiers and their families. Jai Hind 🇮🇳
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