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RTO Gujarat (GJ RTO)

Gujarat, located on the western coast of India, is the fifth-largest Indian state by area. There are 38 Regional Transport offices in Gujarat, including RTO and ARTO, in different locations. Gujarat RTO is responsible for various duties, such as implementing various provisions under the Motor Vehicles Act, policy-making, monitoring, coordination and other regulatory functions related to the state's transport system. In addition, road tax collection, vehicle registration, issuance of driving licenses and many other online and offline functions are carried out by Gujarat RTO.

List of Gujarat RTO Code with Address

Gujarat has 38 Regional Transport Offices. A list of these offices, along with their respective RTO codes, email IDs and contact numbers, is provided in the table below.

Sr. No.	RTO Location	Code No.	RTO Contact Number	RTO Email Address
1	RTO Ahmedabad	GJ-01	+91-79-27559696	rto-trans-ahd@gujarat.gov.in
2	RTO Mehsana	GJ-02	02762 225078	rto-trans-meh@gujarat.gov.in
3	RTO Rajkot	GJ-03	0281-2703366	rto-trans-raj@gujarat.gov.in
4	RTO Bhavnagar	GJ-04	+(91)-278-2424004	rto-trans-bhv@gujarat.gov.in
5	RTO Surat	GJ-05	0261-2977191	rto-trans-sur@gujarat.gov.in
6	RTO Vadodra	GJ-06	0265 2540016	rto-trans-vad@gujarat.gov.in
7	RTO Nadiad	GJ-07	+(91)-268-2550213	--------------
8	RTO Palanpur	GJ-08	+(91)-2742-252370	---------------
9	RTO Himmatnagar	GJ-09	+(91)-2772-222597	-----------------
10	RTO Jamnagar	GJ-10	0288 2672100	rto-trans-jmn@gujarat.gov.in
11	RTO Junagadh	GJ-11	0285 2610691	rto-trans-jun@gujarat.gov.in
12	RTO Bhuj	GJ-12	02832 221950	rto-trans-bhj@gujarat.gov.in
13	ARTO Surendranagar	GJ-13	02752 285634	arto-trans-srn@gujarat.gov.in
14	ARTO Amreli	GJ-14	02792 223313	arto-trans-amr@gujarat.gov.in
15	RTO Valsad	GJ-15	02632 226622	rto-trans-val@gujarat.gov.in
16	ARTO Bharuch	GJ-16	02642 233102	arto-trans-brc@gujarat.gov.in
17	RTO Godhra	GJ-17	02672 242724	rto-trans-gdr@gujarat.gov.in
18	ARTO Gandhinagar	GJ-18	079 23240954 / 23240951	arto-trans-gnr@gujarat.gov.in
19	ARTO Bardoli	GJ-19	02622 223457	arto-trans-brd@gujarat.gov.in
20	ARTO Dahod	GJ-20	02773 243200	arto-trans-dhd@gujarat.gov.in
21	ARTO Navsari	GJ-21	02637 265999	arto-trans-nvs@gujarat.gov.in
22	ARTO Rajpipla	GJ-22	9099089908	arto-trans-rjp@gujarat.gov.ina
23	ARTO Anand	GJ-23	02692 264800	arto-trans-and@gujarat.gov.in
24	ARTO Patan	GJ–24	02766 223100	arto-trans-ptn@gujarat.gov.in
25	ARTO Porbander	GJ-25	9879750505	arto-trans-por@gujarat.gov.in
26	ARTO Vyara	GJ-26	6352100074	arto-trans-vyr@gujarat.gov.in
27	ARTO Ahmedabad EAST	GJ-27	079 22870068	artoe-trans-ahd@gujarat.gov.in
28	ARTO Surat (Pal)	GJ-28	0261-2977191	rto-trans-sur@gujarat.gov.in
29	ARTO Vadodara (Darjipura)	GJ-29	0265-2540016	rto-trans-vad@gujarat.gov.in
30	ARTO Ahva-Dang	GJ-30	02631 246888	arto-trans-dng@gujarat.gov.in
31	ARTO Modasa (Arvalli)	GJ-31	9426540579	arto-trans-arv@gujarat.gov.in
32	ARTO Veraval (Gir-Somnath)	GJ-32	+91 2876 285300	-------------
33	ARTO Botad (Botad)	GJ-33	8320422627	arto-trans-btd@gujarat.gov.in
34	ARTO Chhota Udepur (C.U)	GJ-34	9879181836	arto-trans-chu@gujarat.gov.in
35	ARTO Lunawada (Mahisagar)	GJ-35	9428132312	arto-trans-mhs@gujarat.gov.in
36	ARTO Morbi (Morbi)	GJ-36	02822 297410	arto-trans-mrb@gujarat.gov.in
37	ARTO Khambhaliya (D.B. Dwarka)	GJ-37	--------------	--------------
38	ARTO Bavla (Ahmedabad)	GJ-38	----------------	----------------

Source : https://parivahan.gov.in/

How to Register Vehicles at RTO Gujarat

A vehicle must be registered with the RTO Gujarat following the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988 before it can be utilised for local public transit.

Below are the following steps for vehicle registration in RTO Gujarat:

• Visit the office of the local Regional Transport Department with your new vehicle that you want to register

• Duly fill and sign Form 20 which is the form for application for new vehicle registration and submit the form with other relevant documents

• RTO Superintendent would scrutinize and inspect the document

• Then pay the required registration fees and tax on the cash counter

• The inspector of the motor vehicle would inspect your vehicle before providing the registration certificate

• The respective RTO office would enter the data of the vehicle in the central database which would be verified by the superintendent of the RTO

• The registration would be done and approved by the Assistant Regional Transport Officer

• The RTO office would then initiate the smart card process and deliver it to the applicant at the mailing address by post.

List of documents required for Vehicle Registration at RTO Gujarat

Here is the list of the documents required for registering your vehicle at Gujarat RTO. However, before arranging these documents, have a motor insurance policy for your vehicle.

• Form 20: form for registration of the new vehicle

• Form 21 Sales Certificate

• Form 22 A, or the road witness certificate of the manufacture of the vehicle

• Form 60 or PAN card of the vehicle owner

• Form 28 Financer's no-objection certificate in case of vehicle purchased on loan

• As per the Supreme Court's order, it is now mandatory for people buying a car to purchase a third party car insurance with a three-year policy tenure. On the other hand, a 5-year third party bike insurance policy is compulsory for new two-wheeler registration. However, suppose a bike owner opts for a comprehensive two wheeler insurance policy, we offer package cover with one year of own damage and five years of third party cover. If a person opts for a comprehensive car insurance policy for a private car, we offer a bundled policy of one year of own damage and three years of third-party cover.

• Resident proof of the owner and passport-sized photographs

• Customs bills for imported vehicles

• Purchased invoice for the vehicle

• Passport size photographs of the applicant

• TCR and TCA forms for vehicles purchased for commercial purposes

• Payment of application fees

• Proof of  payment of entry tax for vehicles purchased outside Gujarat.

Functions of Gujarat RTO

Gujarat RTO's primary function is to ensure that the people strictly adhere to the laws and regulations prescribed under the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988. In addition, RTOs in Gujarat have the significant function of enforcing the Motor Vehicles Act and Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Rules. It also provides other functions, which are listed as follows:

Revenue Collection

Several cars are subject to a government-imposed road tax that all vehicles must pay. The tax rates vary depending on the size and type of vehicle. These charges are referred to as motor vehicle taxes. It is under the control of the pertinent RTO in that region. RTO also collects payments for International Multipurpose Vehicles (IMV). There are additional expenses for cases involving departmental action.

Issuing Licenses

Drivers receive driving licences from the RTO. The RTO administers driving exams to compile all pertinent data about the motorist. The allowed class of vehicles is verified. A learner's permit, permanent permit, business permit, or international driving permit are all issued by the RTO. It deals with licence renewal and issuing duplicate licences.

Environmental Norms

The RTO can assess how successfully it can manage environmental issues by tracking the pollution produced by vehicles on the road. The RTO then issues each vehicle's Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate. Finally, it looks at the general state of the machinery and vehicle.

Road Safety

RTO ensures that all motor vehicles follow the law and do not exceed the speed limit set. It ensured that everyone complied with the traffic safety regulations. It ensures that drivers follow the Motor Vehicles Act to eliminate unnecessary risks. The RTO also tracks whether each registered vehicle has third-party liability insurance. It may consequently revoke the driver's licence or the registration for the car if it is discovered that they are without a motor insurance policy.

Maintenance of
Database of Vehicles

Gujarat RTO maintains the database of the vehicles registered with them, along with the owner's details. It also maintains all the details of the transfer of registration to other states and the renewal of certificates and licenses.

Conducting Scrutiny of
Vehicles at the Checkpoints

RTO Gujarat conducts scrutiny of vehicles at necessary checkpoints to ensure compliance with the safety norms on roads. RTO checks the validity of the PUC (Pollution under Control) certificate, valid driving license and valid motor insurance certificates. It also inspects accidental vehicles to ensure they can run on the road again without any threat.

Issuance of Permits

Suppose your vehicle is registered in one state, and you want to take your vehicle to another state or union territory for a short period without transferring your vehicle registration. In that case, you can apply for a permit with Gujarat RTO. It can issue national permits for commercial vehicles which carry goods from one state to another within India. Commercial vehicles also require permits from RTO for carrying goods from one place to another within a state. RTO Gujarat also permits school and chartered buses and other passenger-carrying vehicles such as rental cabs, taxis, auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws, etc. It also issues all-India tourist permits and other temporary permits.

Vehicle Services

RTO Gujarat oversees all the vehicle-related functions and operations in the state. It issues temporary registration numbers, permanent registration certificates, transfer of ownership of the vehicle, change of details in registration certificate such as an address, state, and name, and issuing duplicate registration certificates, among other services. RTO Gujarat also records any hypothecation, lease, or higher purchase agreements if the vehicle is purchased on loan. It also provides various certificates, such as a no-objection certificate for transferring the vehicle from one state to another and a fitness certificate stating that the vehicle is eligible to ply on the roads of Gujarat and meets all the norms under Pollution Control.

Fees of RTO Gujarat

While registering a vehicle, the owner needs to pay a registration fee to RTO Gujarat. If the dealer does the registration process, the dealer may charge the registration fee along with the actual cost of the vehicle. The charges for various types of RTO fees in Gujarat are as follows:

Sr. No.	Service	Amount
1	Renewal or Grant of Trade Certificate regarding each class of vehicle: (a) Motorcycle (b) Invalid Carriage (c) Other Vehicles	₹500 ₹500 ₹1000
2	Trade Certificate Duplicates: (a) Motorcycle (b) Invalid Carriage (c) Other Vehicles	₹300 ₹300 ₹500
3	Rule 46 Appeal	₹1000
4	Renewal or grant of a certificate of registration and assignment of new registration mark:
(a)	Invalid Carriage	₹50
(b)	Motor cycle	₹300
(c)	Three wheeler/Quadricycle/Light Motor Vehicles: i) Non-transport ii) Transport	₹600 ₹1000
(d)	Medium goods vehicle	₹1000
(e)	Passenger motor vehicle - Medium	₹1000
(f)	Goods vehicle - Heavy	₹1500
(g)	Passenger motor vehicle - Heavy	₹1500
(h)	Motor vehicle - Imported	₹5000
(i)	Motor cycle - Imported	₹2500
(j)	Any other vehicle	₹3000
	Note 1: If the certificate of registration is a smart card type and it was issued or renewed in Form 23A, an additional fee of ₹200 will be charged.
	Note 2: In case of delay in applying for a renewal of a certificate of registration, an additional fee of ₹300 for delay of every month or part thereof regarding motorcycles and ₹500 for delay of every month or part thereof regarding other classes of non-transport vehicles shall be levied.
5	Duplicate certificate of registration issue	Half of the fee mentioned in Point 4
6	Transfer of ownership	Half of the fee mentioned in Point 4
	Note: If the "No Objection Certificate" is submitted late, an extra fee of 300 for each month or portion of a month for motorcycles and 500 for each month or portion of a month for other vehicles will be charged.
7	Change of residence	Half of the fee mentioned in Point 4
	Note: If a "No Objection Certificate" for a change of address is submitted later than expected, there will be an extra price of 300 rupees for each month or portion of a month for motorbike changes and 500 rupees for all other vehicle changes.
8	Recording alteration in the certificate of registration	Half of the fee mentioned in Point 4.
9	Endorsing hire purchase/lease/hypothecation agreement:
(a)	Motorcycle	₹500
(b)	Three wheeler/quadricycle/light motor vehicle	₹1500
(c)	Medium or heavy vehicle	₹3000
	Note: No separate fee will be levied for cancellation of the lease, etc, or for ‌fresh Certificate of Registration thereafter.
10	Conducting test of a vehicle for grant or renewal of a certificate of fitness:
(a)	Motorcycle	(i) Manual: ₹200 (ii) Automated: ₹400
(b)	Three-wheeled or light motor vehicle or quadricycle	(i) Manual: ₹400 (ii) Automated: ₹600
(c)	Medium or heavy motor vehicle	(i) Manual: ₹600 (ii) Automated: ₹1000
11	Renewal or grant of a certificate of fitness for motor vehicle	₹200
	Note: Additional fee of ₹50 for each day of delay after the expiry of the certificate of fitness shall be levied.
12	Renewal or grant of letter of authority	₹15000
13	Duplicate letter of authority issue	₹7500
14	Rule 70 Appeal	₹3000
15	Any application not covered from 1 to 14 above	₹200

Source : https://parivahan.gov.in/

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Frequently Asked Questions on RTO Gujarat

1. How many RTOs are there in Gujarat?

There are 38 Regional Transport Offices in Gujarat, including RTO and ARTO, spread throughout the state.

2. What is the fee for license renewal in Gujarat RTO?

If the application for renewal of the driving license is made before the expiry of the grace period, then the fee for license renewal in Gujarat RTO is ₹200. However, the cost for license renewal in Gujarat RTO for applications made after the expiry of the grace period is ₹300.

3. How do you register a car in Gujarat RTO?

Applications for vehicle registration are accepted by the RTO both offline and online. Form 20 and the required documentation can be submitted online at rtoahmedabad-vahan.nic.in/xdealer/other/index.php. A certificate of vehicle inspection must accompany the application. A car may be inspected by the RTO or any authorised dealer in the state. The applicant is also required to pay the relevant application fee.

4. Can I give the learner's license test online at home for Gujarat RTO?

Since August 2021, applicants for a learner's license are not required to take the test at the Regional Transport Office or any other testing location. The road transport department has decided to move online and let applicants take the test using a desktop or mobile application.

5. How long does it take for Gujarat RTO to issue the license?

Following 30 days of possession of a learner's permit, applicants are qualified to apply for a permanent driving permit. Your driving licence will be mailed to you within two to three weeks of completing the driving test.