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RTO Vadodara

The Vadodara RTO comes under the Gujarat Transport Department's jurisdiction and functions per the provisions of The Motor Vehicles Act of 1988. It is a chemical industry hub and the second-largest city in Gujarat after Ahmedabad. It is a densely populated city and is an acclaimed destination for several tourists. RTO Vadodara performs various functions like issuing licenses/registrations/permits, keeping a database of vehicles and drivers, ensuring safety measures on the road regulating the transport system as per the laws & regulations, and managing other administrative works.

RTO codes of Vadodara

There is only one RTO in the city of Vadodara. Here are the details of the RTO:

RTO Vadodara Code	Address	Phone No.
GJ06	Nr.Golden Chokdi NH-8, Darjipura, Vadodra - 390006. Email:rto-trans-vad@gujarat.gov.in	0265 2540016

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

How to Register Vehicles at RTO Vadodara?

Vehicle registration at RTO Vadodara can be done online, offline, or through the dealer of the vehicle on your behalf in case of new vehicles. A new vehicle is registered at the RTO, where the owner of the vehicle resides or has a place of business. You can either visit the local RTO or make an application online for your vehicle registration. Here are the simple steps to register vehicles at RTO Vadodara:

• Download application Form 20 online or collect it from the local RTO

• Duly fill and sign the Application Form

• Visit the local RTO with the filled form, relevant documents, and the new vehicle that you want to register

• Submit the form and the documents at the RTO counter, pay the registration fees as applicable to your vehicle, and pay the tax amount at the cash counter.

• The RTO Superintendent would then scrutinize and inspect the submitted document

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

• The RTO office would enter the details of the vehicle in its central database for verification by the superintendent of the RTO

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

• A registration number would be allotted, and a confirmation for the same would be sent to the registered mobile number.

• RTO would send Smart Registration Certificate Book to the applicant's registered address.

List of documents required for Vehicle Registration at RTO Vadodara

The following documents are required to be submitted at the RTO for vehicle registration at RTO Vadodara:

• Form 20: application form for registration of the new vehicle

• Sales certificate in Form 21

• Form 22: Roadworthiness certificate of the vehicle

• PAN card and photographs of the applicant

• Applicant’s address proof

• Form 28: for vehicles brought on loan, the financer’s no-objection certificate is also required

• 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.

• Vehicle’s purchased invoice

• Customs bills for imported vehicles

• TCR and TCA forms for vehicles purchased for commercial purposes

• Proof of payment of entry tax for vehicles purchase outside Vadodara.

• Proof of application registration fees

Functions of Vadodara RTO

The RTO office in the city of Vadodara is mandated with the primary task of acting as an enforcer of the City's provisions of The Motor Vehicles Act. Its primary function is to ensure that the provisions of the law regarding driving licenses, registration of the vehicle, collection of road tax, etc., are properly maintained and followed. RTOs have the power to levy a penalty for breach of the provisions of the law. Here is the list of other functions and services offered by RTO Vadodara:

Services related to Vehicle
Registration

• Issue of the temporary registration certificate and permanent registration certificate
• Renew registration certificate
• Issue duplicate registration certificate in case of loss, theft, or damage
• Cancellation of registration certificate
• Transfer of ownership of the vehicle
• Change of address in the registration certificate
• Issuance of No-Objection Certificate
• Issue and renew the trade certificate
• Issue duplicate trade certificate
• Conducting an inspection of the vehicle at various checkpoints of Vadodara
• Issue vehicle fitness certificate
• Endorsement, hypothecation, and termination in the registration certificate

Issue and renew
driving license

• Learner’s driving license and permanent driving license
• Duplicate driving license in case of damage, loss, or theft
• International driving license
• Driving license for conductors
• Driving license for establishment of motor driving school
• Driving license for professionals providing driving instructions
• Cancellation of driving license
• Addition of new vehicles to the existing driving license of the applicant
• Approving change of address in the driving license
• Conducting driving tests before issues of driving license

Issue of permits

• Stage carriage permit
• National permits for carriage carrying goods
• Issue of temporary vehicle permit
• Permits for radio cabs, maxi cabs, etc
• Permits granted to school buses or other buses carrying passengers
• Grant of permit to commercial and tour vehicles
• Grant of special permits
• Issue of Pollution Under Control certificate after inspection of the vehicle
• Regulates consumption of fuel by the vehicles
• Conversion of LPG/CNG to reduce pollution

Revenue for the government
by collecting taxes

• Collects road tax
• Decide the tax structure and the amount of tax to levy

Safety measures

• Making sure that the public follows safety measures on the road, such as following traffic signals, wearing a helmet, etc.
• Conducting road safety programs to educate the public on traffic laws and create awareness.

Fees of RTO Vadodara

To avail of various services such as registration, driving license, permits, etc., a specified fee has been paid at the RTO office. The fees for various services differ for different types of vehicles. Let us have a look at the fee structure of various services of RTO Vadodara:

• Vehicle Registration Fees at RTO Vadodara

Nature of Service	Fees
Issue/renewal of registration certificate of the vehicle	Rs 300 for Motorcycle Rs 600- Rs 1,000 for three-wheelers/light motor vehicles Rs 1,000 for medium goods and passenger vehicles Rs 1,500 for heavy goods and passenger vehicles Rs 1,000 for imported motor vehicles Rs 2,500 for imported motorcycle Rs 3,000 for any other vehicle
Grant/Renewal of Vehicle Trade Certificate	Rs 500 for Motorcycle Rs 500 for Invalid Carriage Rs 1000 for any other vehicle
Duplicate trade certificate	Rs 300 for Motorcycle Rs 300 for Invalid Carriage Rs 1000 for any other vehicle
Duplicate registration certificate	Half of the registration fees is charged at the initial/ original registration for the class of vehicle registered
Change of residence in the certificate of registration	Half of the registration fees is charged at the initial/ original registration for the class of vehicle registered
Transfer of ownership	Half of the registration fees is charged at the initial/ original registration for the class of vehicle registered
Endorsement of the lease/ hire purchase agreement/hypothecation agreement	Rs 500 for motor vehicle Rs 1,000 for a heavy or medium vehicle Rs 1,500 for three-wheelers/light motor vehicles
Alteration in the registration certificate of the vehicle	Half of the registration fees is charged at the initial/ original registration for the class of vehicle registered
An appeal under Rule 46	Rs 1,000
An appeal under Rule 70	Rs 3,000
Issuance of duplicate letter of authority	Rs 7,500
Grant/renewal of authority letter	Rs 15,000
Conducting a driving test of the vehicle for grant or renewal of the fitness certificate	Rs 200 for manual and Rs 400 for automated motorcycle Rs 600 for a manual and Rs 1000 for an automated heavy or medium vehicle Rs 400 for manual and Rs 600 for automated three-wheelers/light motor vehicles
Any other application not covered above	Rs 200

• RTO Licence Fees in Vadodara

Nature of Service	Fees
Learner's license	Rs 150 for all types of vehicles
Test/repeat test fees for learner’s license	Rs 50 for all types of vehicles
Test/repeat Test for testing competence to drive	Rs 300 for all types of vehicles
Driving license	Rs 200 for all types of vehicles
Renewal of Driving License	Rs 200 for all vehicles and Rs 300 for applications made after grace period
International driving permit	Rs 1,000 for all vehicles
Addition to the driving license of another class of vehicle	Rs 500 for all types of vehicles
Endorsement/renewal of authorisation for vehicles carrying goods of hazardous nature	Rs 100
Issue/renew of driving license to a school or an establishment which imparts driving instructions	Rs 10,000
Appeal against rule 29	Rs 500
Issuance of duplicate driving license to a school or an establishment that imparts driving instructions	Rs 5,000
Change in address or any other details in driving license	Rs 200

• Permit Fees in RTO Vadodara

Nature of Service	Fees
Goods Carriage Permit	Rs 350
Contract carriage permit	Rs 350
National Permit	Rs 350+ additional fees of Rs 500 for authorization
Countersignature of goods carriage permit	Rs 350
Stage carriage permit	Rs 350
Permit for stage carriage, which is to be also used as contract carriage	Rs 350
Temporary (to be issued only for goods vehicles) and special permits (to be issued only for passengers vehicles)	Rs 100
Permit for private service vehicles	Rs 350
School buses or Institution permits	Rs 350

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

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Frequently Asked Questions on RTO Vadodara

1. What are the timings for RTOs in Vadodara?

The office timing for RTOs in Vadodara is from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from Monday to Saturday.

2. How to pay for challan online?

You can check and pay traffic e-challan online using various digital payment options of Vadodara traffic police. You don't need to visit the traffic department office to pay challan and can do it online in simple steps as illustrated below:
• Visit the official website of the traffic police of Vadodara (https://vadodaraechallan.co.in/)
• Fill in your vehicle number on the homepage of the website
• Click on ‘GO’, and the list of pending challans on your vehicle will appear on the screen
• Select the relevant challan that you want to pay and enter your license number
• Filling your mobile number and email ID
• Click on ‘Pay Now and the payment gateway will be opened
• Select the relevant payment method, such as card, net banking, or e-wallet
• Once the payment is made, a receipt will be generated as an acknowledgment of the clearance of the challan.

3. How to contact Vadodara RTO in case of emergency?

In case of an emergency, you can call the respective RTO office for assistance. You can contact RTO Vadodara (GJ06) at 02652540016.

4. Can I give learners a test online for Vadodara RTO?

Yes, learners’ tests can be given online, but at the relevant RTO to which the application for issuance of a driving license is made. The test cannot be given at home. The applicant has to visit the RTO and appear for the test online in the presence of an inspector who would declare the correct results of the test only after which the license would be issued.