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RTO Kanpur: Vehicle Owner Details, RTO Code, Registration & Services

RTO Kanpur: Vehicle Owner Details, RTO Code, Registration & Services

The RTO Kanpur comes under the Transport Department of Uttar Pradesh, which is concerned with all driver and vehicle related services in the city. RTO Kanpur is responsible for vehicle registration, issuing driving licence and permit, collecting road tax, etc. And basically regulates road transport.

If you want to check what your Kanpur RTO code is, check vehicle owner details from the vehicle number plate or apply for a driving license, you can do both offline and online with RTO Kanpur from the Parivahan portal.

Kanpur RTO Contact Details with Code List

FieldDetails
RTO LocationKanpur Nagar
RTO CodeUP-78
Office AddressRTO Office Kanpur Nagar, Transport Department, Civil Lines, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh – 208001
Phone Numbers0512-2307017
Emailrto-kanpur-nagar@up.gov.in
TimingsMon – Fri, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

This Kanpur RTO code list helps in identifying whether a vehicle belongs to Kanpur Nagar (UP-78) or Kanpur Dehat (UP-77).

Services Offered by Kanpur RTO Office

  1. Vehicle Registration: Fresh registration, renewal, duplicates, and temporary.
  2. Number Plate & RTO number verification: Registration allotment, fancy/choice numbers.
  3. Driving Licence Services: Learner’s licence, permanent DL, renewal, duplicates and IDP.
  4. Check Vehicle Information: Owner details, car/bike number check.
  5. Fitness & Permits: Fitness certificate, roadworthiness, and commercial permits.
  6. Tax & E-Challan: Road tax, green tax and challan management.

How to Check Vehicle Owner Details in Kanpur

Whether you are interested in purchasing a second-hand car, or you are checking a car for ownership, you can quickly check vehicle details online using a vehicle's registration number.

  1. Via CarInfo App/Website
    • Visit the RTO Vehicle Information Page website or download the CarInfo app.
    • Enter your Kanpur vehicle registration number.
    • Select "Search".
    • You will now receive the following information:
      • Vehicle Owner's Name
      • Registration Date & RC expiry
      • Make/Model & Fuel type
      • Insurance & PUC status
  2. Via Parivahan Portal
    • Go to parivahan.gov.in
    • Select "Know your Vehicle Details"
    • Enter registration number & captcha
    • View complete vehicle details online

Documents Required for Vehicle Registration in Kanpur

Document Purpose
Form 20 Application for Registration
Form 21 Sale certificate from dealer
Form 22 Roadworthiness certificate
Insurance copy Mandatory for registration
PUC Certificate Emission compliance
Address Proof Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID
PAN or Form 60 Tax compliance
Invoice Vehicle cost proof
Temporary RC If issued by dealer
Passport Photos Identification record

Process of Vehicle Registration at Kanpur RTO

Before any vehicle can operate on the road legally it must be registered with the RTO good office Kanpur. The registration process for a new vehicle involves several steps.

Listed below are the steps involved in registering a vehicle

  1. Completed Form 20 (Application for Registration).
  2. Certificates and documents like Form 21 (Sale Certificate), Form 22 (Roadworthiness), insurance, PUC, PAN, and address proof
  3. Paying money for applicable vehicle registration fee and road tax.
  4. Vehicle Inspection at RTO.
  5. Receiving a permanent registration number and RC card.

Once the registration procedure is complete, the details of the vehicle would also be recorded in the official records.

How to Apply for a Driving Licence in Kanpur

The DL application process in Kanpur:

  1. The first step is to obtain a Learner's Licence (L.L). Log onto the Sarathi Parivahan portal and fill out the online application.
  2. After 30 days, you may then book a slot for your DL.
  3. You can upload your ID proof, your address proof, your age proof, along with your L.L copy during this step.
  4. Attend your driving test scheduled at your local RTO office Kanpur.
  5. Once passed, the Driving Licence will then be sent by post to your registered address.

If your Driving Licence (D.L) becomes lost, a duplicate licence can be issued at either the online parivahan or at the RTO. International travellers can also apply for an International Driving Permit (I.D.P) through Kanpur RTO.

RTO Kanpur Driving License Fee Structure

Service Fee (₹)
Learner’s Licence 200
Permanent DL 300
DL Renewal 200
Duplicate DL 200
International Driving Permit 1,000
New Registration (Car/LMV) 600
New Registration (2W) 300
RC Renewal 500 – 5,000 (based on class)
Duplicate RC 50% of registration fee

Kanpur RTO Road Tax Structure

Vehicle Type Road Tax Rate
Cars up to ₹6 lakh 9%
₹6 – ₹15 lakh 11%
₹15 – ₹35 lakh 13%
Above ₹35 lakh 14%
Two-Wheelers up to ₹1.5 lakh 9%
₹1.5 – ₹3 lakh 12%
Above ₹3 lakh 15%
Electric Vehicles Exempted (0%)

FAQs

How to apply for a fancy number from RTO Kanpur?
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You can apply for a fancy or choice number from the UP Transport official website under the choice number section. Fancy numbers are allotted using an online auction system, and once you win the auction, you can pay the fee online.
How long does it take to get a smart RC card in Kanpur?
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Generally smart card RC is delivered after 15 - 30 working days of vehicle registration and you can check the status online using the Parivahan services.
Can I check Kanpur RTO vehicle owner details by number plate online?
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Yes, you can check vehicle owner details online by number plate, using Parivahan Know Your Vehicle Details service as well as reputable apps like CarInfo to check details like owner name, insurance validity, RC status, fitness certificate.
What if I lost my RC in Kanpur?
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First, file an FIR at the police station close to you. After that you can fill a duplicate RC application from Kanpur RTO (Form 26), along with(insurance, pollution certificate, address proof etc.) and fee payment.
How can I pay e-challan in Kanpur?
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You can pay traffic challans online through either Parivahan e-Challan portal or UP traffic police website by entering your vehicle number.
Do we have to apply in RTO Kanpur for NOC of other states?
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Yes. If you are transferring your vehicle registration outside of U.P. You can apply for No Objection Certificate (NOC) at Kanpur RTO - you will need to take your RC, insurance, PUC, address proof, etc.
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