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RTO Puducherry: Vehicle Owner Details, Registration & Codes

The RTO Puducherry is the department for all the transport services in the Union Territory. It includes, issuing licenses, registering vehicles, collecting road taxes, handling road safety and implementing the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act.

Whether you want to carry out a vehicle number check, access vehicle owner details by number plate or verify vehicle registration details, the RTO Puducherry has online and offline service options.

Puducherry RTO Code & Office Details

RTO Office	Puducherry RTO Code	Location / Region Covered
Puducherry	PY-01	Puducherry (Main Office)
Karaikal	PY-02	Karaikal District
Mahe	PY-03	Mahe Region
Yanam	PY-04	Yanam Region

Field	Details
Location	Puducherry, Union Territory of Puducherry
Puducherry RTO Code	PY-01 (Main Office)
Address	RTO Puducherry, 100 Feet Road, Mudaliarpet, Puducherry – 605004
Phone Number	0413-2202005
Email	transport.py@gov.in
Timings	Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The Puducherry RTO code (PY-01) helps identify vehicles registered in this district. If you see a number plate starting with PY-01, it means the vehicle is registered in Puducherry.

Key Functions of RTO Puducherry

Services related to vehicle registration - first registration, renewal of RC, duplicate RC, and temporary registration.
Number plate & RTO number Check - Assigning registration numbers, it also includes fancy/choice numbers.
Driving license Services - Issuing Learner's License, Permanent DL, renewal, duplicate DL and International Driving permit.
Vehicle information & owner details - By vehicle number check, vehicle owner details can be accessed by number plate, RC status, insurance validity, and fitness details.
Vehicle fitness & permits - Vehicle fitness certification and permits for commercial vehicles.
Tax & challans - Road tax collection, green tax and management of traffic challans.

How to Check Vehicle Owner Details in Puducherry

If you want to verify vehicle details before purchasing a used car or bike, the RTO in Puducherry provides you with options.

Through Parivahan Portal:
- Go to parivahan.gov.in.
- Click on "Know Your Vehicle Details."
- Enter the registration number and captcha.
- You will find vehicle details by number, including:
  - Vehicle owner name by vehicle number
  - Registration details and validity
  - Insurance and PUC status
  - Vehicle fitness certificate
Using CarInfo App or on the Website
- Open CarInfo App, or go to the RTO Vehicle Information search.
- Enter the Puducherry vehicle number.
- And you will get:
  - Car owner details
  - Bike owner details
  - Vehicle details by number plate
  - Insurance, challan status and RC expiry

So, it is that simple to check vehicle owner details by number, in Puducherry, for any car or or bike.

Documents Required for Vehicle Registration in Puducherry

Document	Purpose
Form 20	Application for registration
Form 21	Sale certificate
Form 22	Roadworthiness certificate
Insurance Copy	Mandatory insurance proof
PUC Certificate	Emission compliance
Address Proof	Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID
PAN Card/Form 60	Tax compliance
Invoice	Vehicle purchase proof
Passport Photos	ID verification

How to Apply for Driving Licence in Puducherry

You may apply for a Learner’s Licence online through Sarathi Parivahan.
After the required 30 day period, you may now book a test in order to obtain your Permanent Driver’s Licence.
You will have to submit Proof of Identity(POI), Proof of Address(POA), Proof of Age(POA) and a copy of the LL with your application.
You will need to come down to the RTO Puducherry to make an appearance for a driving test.
Once you are approved, the Permanent Driving Licence will be posted to you.

Road Tax in Puducherry

Road tax is based on the vehicle cost and category:

Vehicle Type	Road Tax Rate
Cars up to ₹6 lakh	9%
Cars ₹6 – ₹15 lakh	11%
Cars above ₹15 lakh	13%
Two-wheelers up to ₹1 lakh	6%
Two-wheelers above ₹1 lakh	9%
Electric Vehicles	Exempt (0%)

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FAQs

What is the RTO code for Puducherry?

The central Puducherry RTO code is PY-01, whereas Karaikal is PY-02; Mahe PY-03; and Yanam PY-04.

Can I check vehicle owner detail by number plate in Puducherry?

Yes, you can check vehicle owner detail by number through the Parivahan application, or RTO applications.

How do I apply for a fancy number in Puducherry?

Visit the Transport Department of Puducherry website, and apply under the fancy/ choice number aspect.

What will happen if I lose my RC in Puducherry?

File an FIR, and you can apply for duplicate RC from the Puducherry RTO by using Form 26, with sufficient insurance, and proof of address.

Do Puducherry RTO issue International Driving Permits?

Yes; a valid DL, passport, photographs submitted with a fee will result in an IDP.

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