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What is RTO ?
Regional Transport Office (RTO) is a government agency for control/regulation and administration of services with regard to transport and ensuring road safety norms. Fines (like parking and vehicle registration) as well as driver licensing comes under the supervision of It across all over India. The RTO is very much a critical role for road safety & enforcement of vehicular operations.
What is the Importance of RTO ?
Vehicle Registration & Ownership Verification
RTO will register the vehicles and also will give you legal documents like Registration Certification (RC). These are proof of ownership and helps to validate the vehicle details that makes you legally anywhere.
Issuance of Driving Licenses
RTOs issue driving licences after testing an individual being a competent driver, to ensure safe roads for all vehicle users.
Road Safety and Compliance
RTO encourages vehicles to follow safety standards and avoid their violations for reducing accidents and promoting responsible driving.
Tax Collection and Revenue Generation
This is the other contributing factor of RTO, which raises the infrastructure of transportation and collects money in the form of road taxes, registration fees, and fines.
Online Services for Convenience
The digitalization of RTO services allows vehicle owners to easily avail services such as RC status, vehicle details, and challan payment from Parivahan and Vahan, thereby keeping it convenient and transparent.
Prevention of Vehicle Fraud
RTO prevents fraudulent activities relating to ownership and transfer of vehicles with a detailed database of the vehicles, providing a secure environment for the buyer and seller.
Regulation of Commercial Vehicles
In addition, the RTO is supposed to regulate commercial vehicles. Commercial vehicles must comply with necessary standards and must be insured as well as have norms in emissions.
What is the RTO's Vehicle Registration Process ?
1Submission of Documents
The required documents to be submitted by vehicle owners to the RTO relates to:
- Form 20 (application for vehicle registration)
- Invoice from the dealer
- Valid insurance certificate
- Pollution under control certificate (PUC)
- Proof of address and identity
- Intermediate registration number (if applicable)
2Vehicle Inspection
The RTO physically checks the vehicle’s condition to assess if it conforms to all requirements with regard to its safety and the environment.
3Fee Payment
The owner of the vehicle should pay the due registration fees and road tax alongside all other charges dependent on the price and type of vehicle.
4Allocation of Registration Number
After verifying documents and payment of fees, a unique registration number is issued to the vehicle. In addition, there is also a choice for owners to obtain a fancy number through the RTO through an auction that they conduct.
5Issuance of the Registration Certificate (RC)
The RTO issues the registration certificate, known as RC, that includes significant details like:
- Owner information
- Insurance details
- Vehicle details such as model, engine number, chassis number, etc.
- Period of validity for the registration of vehicle
6Smart Card RC (Optional)
Smart card RC is also available in some cases. It is a paperless and compact version of the traditional RC.
7Online Services for Convenience
There is also an option to track RC application status on Parivahan or Vahan. They provide transparency in the process and make it hassle-free.
What are the services provided by RTO ?
The following are the primary services of Regional Transport Office (RTO), ensuring that road transport operates smoothly in the region.
Vehicle Registration
New registration, re-registration, ownership transfer, and RC updates.
Compliance Monitoring
Enforcing road safety, pollution norms, and managing RTO challans.
Driving Licenses
Issuance, renewal, duplicates, and international permits.
Information Access
Vehicle information, RC status, and owner details are available on Parivahan and Vahan.
Vehicle Inspection
Fitness certification for private and commercial vehicles.
Permits
Transport and commercial vehicle permits are issued.
Road Tax Collection
Tax calculation and collection during registration.
NOC Issuance
For inter-state vehicle transfers.
How to Transfer Vehicle Ownership in RTO?
Transferring ownership is mandatory whenever a vehicle is sold, purchased second-hand, or inherited. To complete this process, you must provide accurate RTO vehicle information and details in the application form at the Regional Transport Office (RTO).
1. Gather Necessary Vehicle Details
Before visiting the RTO make sure you have all the necessary vehicle details and documents:
- Registration Certificate (RC) Original
- Valid Insurance Policy
- Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate
- Chassis and Engine Number
- Identity Proof of Buyer and Seller (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
- Passport-size Photographs of Buyer and Seller
2. Fill the RTO Forms
Get these forms from the RTO or download them yourself:
- Form 29 – Notice of Transfer of Ownership
- Form 30 – Application for Transfer of Ownership
- If the vehicle is under loan or hypothecation, then you will need Form 35 and an NOC from the bank.
3. Submit Documents to the RTO
After completing the forms, submit them, along with the RTO vehicle information, RC book, and any other necessary documents, to the RTO where the vehicle is first registered.
4. Pay the Required Fees
The charges for ownership transfer will depend on the type of vehicle (car, bike, commercial) and you can either pay the fee in cash or you can also pay using your debit or credit card. After payment you will receive an acknowledgment receipt.
5. Verification and Approval
The RTO officer verifies the vehicle details, chassis number, and ownership documents. Once approved, a new RC with the new owner's name is issued.
When is RTO Vehicle Ownership Transfer Required?
- Sale or purchase of a used vehicle
- Transfer of vehicle after the owner’s death (legal heir)
- Vehicle transfer to another state (along with NOC)
- Change of ownership due to auction or company sale
Where to Download RTO Forms Online?
You can download Form 29, Form 30, Form 35, and other RTO forms from the official government website:
Parivahan Sewa
- Go to https://parivahan.gov.in
- Go to "Online Services" → "Vehicle Related Services"
- Select your State & RTO
- Click on "Download Forms"
- You can access Form 29, Form 30, Form 35, NOC form, and others
Offline Option (For Users Who Don’t Want to Download)
You can get the same forms directly from the enquiry counter at your nearest RTO office.
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