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                <h2>Roles of Tamil Nadu RTO</h2>
                <p>The TN RTO is responsible for regulating transport and road safety in the Tamil Nadu state. It is lead by the Tamil Nadu Transport Department, managing the following major functions:</p>

                <ul>
                    <li>Register new vehicles and issue RC</li>
                    <li>Renew RC and process ownership transfers</li>
                    <li>Issue learner and permanent driving licences</li>
                    <li>Conduct driving tests and DL renewals</li>
                    <li>Collect road tax and issue receipts</li>
                    <li>Issue permits for commercial vehicles</li>
                    <li>Conduct vehicle fitness tests and grant certificates</li>
                    <li>Enforce pollution control (PUC) compliance</li>
                    <li>Manage e-challans and fine collection</li>
                    <li>Maintain vehicle and driver records</li>
                    <li>Add/remove hypothecation on vehicles</li>
                    <li>Issue NOC for interstate transfers</li>
                    <li>Oversee HSRP plate installations</li>
                    <li>Assist users and resolve transport-related queries</li>
                </ul>

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                <h2>How to Register a Vehicle in TN RTO</h2>

                <ol>
                    <li><strong>Go to your district’s RTO</strong> (TN01 Chennai, TN23 Vellore or similar) or use the dealer’s portal.</li>
                    <li><strong>Complete and sign form 20</strong> (application for registration).</li>
                    <li><strong>Provide these documents:</strong></li>
                        <ul>
                            <li>Form 21 (sale certificate), Form 22 (roadworthiness), invoice of the vehicle</li>
                            <li>Current insurance and PUC certificates</li>
                            <li>Proof of address (like Aadhaar card or utility bill) PAN/Form 60 (if applicable)</li>
                            <li>Passport size photo and temporary registration slip (if any)</li>
                        </ul>
                    
                    <li><strong>Make payment:</strong> Registration fee + road tax (varies by vehicle type and cost).</li>
                    <li><strong>Vehicle inspection:</strong> RTO officials will check chassis number/engine number and vehicle inspection.</li>
                    <li><strong>Receive registration number & RC:</strong></li>
                        <ul>
                            <li>After successful inspection you will get a unique number for vehicle (e.g. TNXXAB1234).</li>
                            <li>RC smart cards are issued and sent to your registered address</li>
                        </ul>
                    
                </ol>
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                <h2>How to Transfer Vehicle Ownership in Tamil Nadu RTO</h2>

                <p>If you are buying or selling a used vehicle in Tamil Nadu, you must transfer ownership within 30 days of purchase to avoid fines.</p>

                <ol>
                    <li>Visit Your Local RTO or use the TN Transport Portal</li>

                    <li>
                        <strong>Submit Form 29 &amp; Form 30</strong></br>
                        Form 29 and Form 30 must both be filled out and duly signed by both seller and buyer.
                    </li>

                    <li><strong>Gather Required Documents:</strong></li>
                        <ul>
                            <li>Original RC (smart card)</li>
                            <li>Valid insurance and PUC certificates</li>
                            <li>Buyer's address proof (Aadhaar, etc.)</li>
                            <li>PAN card/Form 60 (if applicable)</li>
                            <li>Passport-size photos of buyer &amp; seller</li>
                            <li>NOC if the vehicle is under loan or from another state</li>
                        </ul>
                    

                    <li><strong>Payment of the transfer fee</strong></br>
                        Standard fees that apply, depending upon the type of vehicle.
                    </li>

                    <li><strong>Vehicle Inspection (optional)</strong></br>
                        An RTO official may verify engine/chassis numbers along with the documents.
                    </li>

                    <li><strong>Receive your new RC</strong></br>
                        New details of your vehicle will be updated to the RC, a smart card is either issued immediately or mailed to you once processing is complete.
                    </li>
                </ol>

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                <h2>How to Renew RC (Registration Certificate) in Tamil Nadu</h2>

                <ol>
                    <li>Head to your local TN RTO office or parivahan.gov.in website.</li>
                    <li>Fill out Form 25 (Application for RC Renewal)</li>
                    <li>Attach required documents:</li>
                        <ul>
                            <li>Original RC</li>
                            <li>Valid PUC and insurance certificate</li>
                            <li>Proof of Address</li>
                        </ul>
                    
                    <li>Pay renewal fees (₹300–₹600 for different types of vehicles)</li>
                    <li>Vehicle inspection by RTO officer</li>
                    <li>After successful inspection, you'll receive RC as a smart card.</li>
                </ol>
                
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                <h2>Documents Required – Tamil Nadu RTO</h2>

                <ol>
                    <li><strong>Vehicle Registration</strong></li>

                    <ul>
                        <li>Form 20 (Application for Registration)</li>
                        <li>Form 21 (Sale Certificate)</li>
                        <li>Form 22 (Roadworthiness Certificate)</li>
                        <li>Vehicle Invoice</li>
                        <li>Valid Insurance Certificate</li>
                        <li>Valid PUC Certificate</li>
                        <li>Address Proof (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, etc.)</li>
                        <li>PAN Card or Form 60</li>
                        <li>Passport-size Photograph</li>
                        <li>Temporary Registration Slip (if any)</li>
                    </ul>

                    <li><strong>Ownership Transfer</strong></li>
                    <ul>
                        <li>Original RC (Check Registration Certificate)</li>
                        <li>Form 29 &amp; Form 30 (filled and signed)</li>
                        <li>Valid Insurance Certificate</li>
                        <li>Valid PUC Certificate</li>
                        <li>Buyer's Address Proof</li>
                        <li>PAN Card or Form 60</li>
                        <li>Passport-size Photos of Buyer &amp; Seller</li>
                        <li>NOC (if vehicle is from another state or under hypothecation)</li>
                    </ul>

                    <li><strong>RC Renewal</strong></li>
                    <ul>
                        <li>Form 25 (Application for RC Renewal)</li>
                        <li>Original RC</li>
                        <li>Valid Insurance Certificate</li>
                        <li>Valid PUC Certificate</li>
                        <li>Address Proof (if changed)</li>
                    </ul>
                </ol>

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                <h2>Driving Licence Process in Tamil Nadu</h2>

                <ol>
                    <li>Go to <a href="https://sarathi.parivahan.gov.in" target="_blank">sarathi.parivahan.gov.in</a> and select Tamil Nadu.</li>
                    <li>Choose "Apply for Driving Licence (After LL)".</li>
                    <li>Fill in personal and learner’s licence details.</li>
                    <li>Upload documents:</li>
                        <ul>
                            <li>Learner’s licence</li>
                            <li>Address &amp; age proof</li>
                            <li>Passport-size photo</li>
                        </ul>
                    
                    <li>Book a driving test slot at your preferred RTO.</li>
                    <li>Pay the fee online</li>
                    <li>Appear for a driving test with your vehicle.</li>
                    <li>Receive permanent licence via post after passing.</li>
                </ol>

                <h2>DL Fee Structure</h2>

                <ul>
                    <li>Learner’s Licence Application: ₹150</li>
                    <li>Learner’s Licence Test Fee: ₹50</li>
                    <li>Permanent DL Application: ₹200</li>
                    <li>Driving Test Fee: ₹300</li>
                    <li>Licence Issuance Fee: ₹200</li>
                </ul>
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                <h2>How to Pay Road Tax in Tamil Nadu</h2>
                <ol>
                    <li>Visit <a href="https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in" target="_blank">vahan.parivahan.gov.in</a></li>
                    <li>Click “Pay Your Tax” under Vehicle Services</li>
                    <li>Enter the vehicle number and indicate Tamil Nadu & your RTO</li>
                    <li>Confirm vehicle details (chassis number, engine number, etc.)</li>
                    <li>See the road tax amount calculated by the system</li>
                    <li>Pay online using UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Card</li>
                    <li>Download receipt as proof of your payment</li>
                </ol>

                <h2>Road Tax Rates in Tamil Nadu (Private Vehicles)</h2>
                <table>
                    <thead>
                        <tr>
                            <th>Vehicle Type</th>
                            <th>Road Tax Rate</th>
                        </tr>
                    </thead>
                    <tbody>
                        <tr>
                            <td>Two-Wheelers (New)</td>
                            <td>8–10% of vehicle’s price</td>
                        </tr>
                        <tr>
                            <td>Four-Wheelers (Below ₹10L)</td>
                            <td>10% of vehicle’s price</td>
                        </tr>
                        <tr>
                            <td>Four-Wheelers (Above ₹10L)</td>
                            <td>15–20% of vehicle’s price</td>
                        </tr>
                        <tr>
                            <td>Electric Vehicles</td>
                            <td>Exempted (0%) until Dec 31, 2025</td>
                        </tr>
                    </tbody>
                </table>

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                <h2>Hypothecation & NOC in Tamil Nadu RTO</h2>

                <p><strong>What is Hypothecation?</strong></p>
                <p>When you purchase a vehicle on loan, the bank/financier’s name is added to your RC (Registration Certificate). This is called hypothecation.</p>

                <h3>How to End Hypothecation (After Loan Repayment)</h3>

                <ol>
                    <li>Get NOC (No Objection Certificate) and Form 35 from your bank.</li>
                    <li>Visit Parivahan Portal or go to your local TN RTO.</li>
                    <li>Submit these documents:</li>
                        <ul>
                            <li>Form 35 + Bank NOC</li>
                            <li>RC Smart Card</li>
                            <li>Valid Insurance & PUC</li>
                            <li>ID/address proof</li>
                        </ul>
                    
                    <li>Pay hypothecation termination fee (~₹100).</li>
                    <li>Updated RC will be issued with hypothecation removed.</li>
                </ol>

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                <h3>NOC for Vehicle Transfer to Another State</h3>

                <p>To apply for NOC from Tamil Nadu RTO:</p>

                <ol>
                    <li>Visit your TN RTO with:</li>
                        <ul>
                            <li>RC, Insurance, PUC</li>
                            <li>Address proof</li>
                            <li>Loan clearance (if applicable)</li>
                        </ul>
                    
                    <li>Submit Form 28 (NOC request).</li>
                    <li>Pay the fee (₹100).</li>
                    <li>Receive NOC in 7–10 working days.</li>
                </ol>

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TN(Tamil Nadu) RTO Code List


                RTO Tamil Nadu has over 3.8 crore registered vehicles. It works under the State Transport Department of Tamil Nadu, which is responsible for vehicle registration, issuance of driving licenses, road tax collection, and enforcing transport laws. Tamil Nadu has 110 TN RTO & ARTO Transport Departments, and with these officials, it ensures seamless transport services throughout the major cities of Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy, etc.
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                Citizens can apply for new registrations, obtain vehicle owner details, pay road tax, and track challans through the Tamil Nadu official government portal <a href='http://tnsta.gov.in' target='_blank'>tnsta.gov.in.</a>
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Code(s)	RTO Office (Area)
TN‑01	Chennai Central (Ayanavaram)
TN‑02	Chennai North West (Anna Nagar)
TN‑03	Chennai North East (Tondiarpet)
TN‑04	Chennai East (Royapuram)
TN‑05	Chennai North (Kolathur)
TN‑06	Chennai South East (Mandalveli)
TN‑07	Chennai South (Adyar)
TN‑09	Chennai West (K.K. Nagar)
TN‑10	Chennai South West (Virugambakkam)
TN‑11	Tambaram
TN‑12	Poonamallee
TN‑13	Ambattur
TN‑14	Sholinganallur
TN‑15 / TN‑15M	Ulundurpet
TN‑16	Tindivanam
TN‑18	Redhills
TN‑19	Chengalpattu
TN‑20	Thiruvallur
TN‑21	Kanchipuram
TN‑22	Meenambakkam
TN‑23 / TN‑23T	Vellore
TN‑24	Krishnagiri
TN‑25 / TN‑25Y / Z	Tiruvannamalai
TN‑28 / TN‑28Z	Namakkal
TN‑29	Dharmapuri
TN‑30	Salem West
TN‑31	Cuddalore
TN‑32	Villupuram
TN‑33	Erode East
TN‑34	Tiruchengode
TN‑36	Gobi
TN‑37	Coimbatore South
TN‑38	Coimbatore North
TN‑40	Mettupalayam
TN‑41	Pollachi
TN‑42	Tirupur South
TN‑43	Ooty
TN‑45	Trichy West
TN‑46	Perambalur
TN‑47	Karur
TN‑48	Srirangam (Trichy)
TN‑49	Thanjavur
TN‑50	Tiruvarur
TN‑51	Nagapattinam
TN‑55	Pudukkottai
TN‑57	Dindigul
TN‑58	Madurai South
TN‑59	Madurai North
TN‑64	Madurai Central
TN‑61	Ariyalur
TN‑63	Sivagangai
TN‑65	Ramanathapuram
TN‑67 / TN‑84	Virudhunagar
TN‑68	Kumbakonam
TN‑69	Tuticorin
TN‑70	Hosur
TN‑72	Tirunelveli
TN‑73	Ranipet
TN‑74	Nagercoil
TN‑75	Marthandam
TN‑76	Tenkasi
TN‑77	Attur
TN‑78	Dharapuram
TN‑79	Sankarankovil
TN‑97	Arani
e.g., TN‑15M, TN‑23T, TN‑25Y/Z, TN‑48Z, etc.	Unit & Enforcement Offices

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