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Punjab Regional Transport Office - Punjab RTO List, Services & Registration Charges

TeamAckoMay 31, 2024

The Regional Transport Office (RTO) of Punjab or Punjab RTO is in charge of registering and licensing vehicles all over the state. The Punjab RTO is in charge of transporting a lot of vehicles. The state has more than 30 million people and more than 14 million registered vehicles.

This comprehensive guide will provide detailed information on the Punjab RTO, including:

Overview of the Punjab RTO
Complete list of RTO offices in Punjab
Key services offered by Punjab RTO
Vehicle registration process
Registration charges and fees
Checking vehicle registration details
Renewing registration certificates
Transferring vehicle ownership
Obtaining driving licenses
Getting permits for commercial vehicles

Contents

Overview of Punjab RTO
List of RTO Offices in Punjab
Key Services Offered by Punjab RTO
Vehicle Registration Process in Punjab RTO
- Vehicle Registration Charges & Taxes in Punjab
Checking Vehicle Registration Details in Punjab
Renewing Registration Certificate in Punjab
Transferring Vehicle Ownership in Punjab RTO
Obtaining Driving License from Punjab RTO
- For New License
- For Renewal of License
Getting Permit for Commercial Vehicles
Conclusion
Frequently Asked Questions on Punjab Regional Transport Office

Overview of Punjab RTO

The Punjab RTO functions under the state's Transport Department to implement the Central Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.

It is responsible for:

Registration of motor vehicles
Issuance and renewal of driving licenses
Collection of road taxes
Conducting fitness certification tests on vehicles
Issuance of permits for commercial transport vehicles
Implementing vehicle safety and emission regulations

The RTO has over 90 offices spread across all 22 districts of Punjab to facilitate access to RTO services across the state. Many services are also available through the Punjab Transport Department's Parivahan Sewa portal for convenience.

The RTO offices are managed by Regional Transport Officers (RTOs), Deputy RTOs and Motor Vehicle Inspectors (MVIs) who oversee day-to-day operations and coordinate with various agencies for vehicle fitness testing, registration database management, permit issuance and more.

List of RTO Offices in Punjab

As of 2023, there are over 90 functional RTO offices in Punjab mapped to various districts and sub-divisions. Below is the complete list of RTO codes for Punjab along with the cities where the offices are located:

RTO City	RTO Code
Amritsar	PB02, PB17, PB89
Bathinda	PB03, PB45, PB51
Faridkot	PB04
Ferozepur	PB05
Gurdaspur	PB06
Hoshiarpur	PB07, PB24
Jalandhar	PB08, PB37, PB90
Kapurthala	PB09, PB57
Ludhiana	PB10, PB91
Patiala	PB11
Ropar	PB12, PB16, PB71
Sangrur	PB13, PB64
Ajnala	PB14
Abohar	PB15
Batala	PB18
Barnala	PB19
Nawanshahr	PB20, PB32
Dasuya	PB21
Fazilka	PB22
Fatehgarh Sahib	PB23, PB52
Jagraon	PB25
Khanna	PB26
Kharar	PB27
Malerkotla	PB28
Moga	PB29, PB69
Muktsar	PB30
Mansa	PB31
Nakodar	PB33
Nabha	PB34
Pathankot	PB35
Phagwara	PB36
Patti	PB38
Rajpura	PB39
Rampura Phul	PB40
Sultanpur Lodhi	PB41
Samana	PB42
Samrala	PB43
Sunam	PB44
Tarn Taran	PB46
Zira	PB47
Amloh	PB48
Khamanon	PB49
Budhlada	PB50
Malout	PB53
Mukerian	PB54
Payal	PB55
Raikot	PB56
Dera Baba Nanak	PB58
Dhuri	PB59
Gidderbaha	PB60
Jalalabad	PB61
Jaitu	PB62
Khadoor Sahib	PB63
Mohali	PB65, PB70
Nihal Singh Wala	PB66
Shahkot	PB67
Dhar Kalan	PB68
Pattran	PB72
Tappa Mandi	PB73
Nangal	PB74
Lehragaga	PB75
Ahmedgarh	PB76, PB82
Guru Har Sahai	PB77
Banga	PB78
Kotkapura	PB79
Maur	PB80
Majitha	PB81
Dudhan Sadhan	PB83
Bhawanigarh	PB84
Kalanaur	PB85
Dirba	PB86
Morinda	PB87
Bhikhiwind	PB88

The full list has over 90 RTO codes for Punjab. Vehicle owners can locate their nearest RTO office using the find RTO option on the Transport Department website.

Key Services Offered by Punjab RTO

The Regional Transport Offices across Punjab provide the following key services:

Vehicle Registration

Fresh registration: For newly purchased vehicles
Temporary registration: For vehicles entering Punjab from other states
Renewal of registration: Upon expiry of the 15-year registration period
Duplicate RC: In case of loss or damage of original RC certificate
Transfer of ownership: Upon sale of the vehicle
Change of address in RC: When the registered owner shifts residence
Alteration of vehicle: Approval for modifications to vehicles

Driving Licenses

Applying for new learner's license
Getting full permanent driving license
Renewing driving licenses
Making changes to license details
Getting international driving permit
Duplicate license for lost/damaged license

Permits for Commercial Vehicles

Goods carriage permits: For transport vehicles carrying goods
Private service vehicle permits: For private employee/school transportation
National permits: For inter-state operation of transport vehicles
Temporary permits: For visits to other states

Other Services

Vehicle fitness certification
Registration of automobile dealers
Collection of taxes and fees as per state laws
Trade certificate registration
NOC for interstate vehicle transfer
Records management

Vehicle Registration Process in Punjab RTO

Follow these steps for registering your new or used car with the Punjab RTO:

Step 1: Get Form 20 from the RTO

Form 20 is the application form for vehicle registration capturing owner, vehicle and dealer details. It is available on the Transport Department website or at RTO offices.

Step 2: Fill Form 20 with correct details

Provide accurate personal, vehicle and insurance information in Form 20. The 17-digit VIN/chassis number must match the vehicle invoice.

Step 3: Submit Form 20 along with documents

Some key documents to submit along with Form 20 are:

Aadhaar Card and address proof
PAN Card copy
Vehicle invoice
Valid insurance papers
Emission test certificate
Old RC (for renewed registrations)

Step 4: Pay applicable registration fees and taxes

Fees payable include:

Registration fees: Rs. 600 for new two-wheelers, Rs. 1200 for four-wheelers
Road tax
Fee for trade certificate (if purchased from dealer)
Green tax for older vehicles
Temporary registration fee

Step 5: Get vehicle inspection done

On the allotted date, take your vehicle to the RTO for inspection.

The RTO inspector will:

Verify chassis, engine numbers against documents
Check critical safety and emission components
Take photos
Assign a registration number

Step 6: Collect smartcard registration certificate

If your vehicle passes inspection, you will receive the smartcard RC within 1-2 weeks containing the allotted registration number.

Step 7: Get high-security number plates fixed

High-security number plates with the registration number must be installed on your vehicle to legally drive it.

Vehicle Registration Charges & Taxes in Punjab

Registration fee: Rs. 600 (two-wheelers) & Rs. 1200 (four-wheelers)
Road tax: 9% to 12% of vehicle cost
Temporary registration: Rs. 300 (for 1 month)
Duplicate RC: Rs. 100
RC renewal: Rs. 600 (for 5 years)
Fitness certification: Rs. 400
Transfer of ownership: Rs. 1000
Other fees as applicable

Checking Vehicle Registration Details in Punjab

You can check the registration details of a vehicle in Punjab through the following methods:

Parivahan Sewa portal – Search vehicle details by registration number
Vahan Portal – Pan-India registration database search
mParivahan – Mobile app for searching vehicle registration details
SMS – Send registration number to 7738299899 to get vehicle owner name via SMS
Online Insurance Aggregator – Enter registration number to view insurance, RC, tax validity status
Legal Verification – Apply for official Certificate of Registration from RTO

The registration details that can be viewed/verified include:

Name and address of registered owner
Registration date and validity
Vehicle specifications
Tax/fitness status
Permit details

Renewing Registration Certificate in Punjab

According to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, a motor vehicle registration is valid for 15 years, after which it must be renewed for continuing usage.

Follow these steps to renew an expired registration certificate in Punjab:

Obtain Form 25 from the RTO and fill in vehicle details
Submit Form 25 along with original RC, insurance papers, PUC certificate, applicable renewal fees
Pay any pending vehicle taxes
Get fitness inspection done if required
Collect renewed registration certificate with updated validity

The registration can be renewed within 60 days from its expiry date by paying late fees. Beyond that vehicles are deregistered and must go through the full registration process again.

Transferring Vehicle Ownership in Punjab RTO

To transfer ownership of a vehicle when selling it to another party, follow these steps:

Step 1: Apply to the RTO in Forms 29 and 30

Step 2: Submit transfer application with buyer details

Step 3: Provide original RC, insurance papers, PUC, and NOC from financier

Step 4: Get Forms 29 and 30 signed by both parties

Step 5: Pay transfer fee and applicable taxes to RTO

Step 6: Remove old number plates and affix no-objection stickers

Step 7: Transfer motor insurance policy to new owner

Step 8: Collect updated RC from RTO with new owner details

On completing these steps, the vehicle registration will stand transferred to the new buyer.

Obtaining Driving License from Punjab RTO

Follow these steps to obtain a new driving license or renew an expired license in Punjab:

For New License

Step 1: Apply online on Punjab Transport Department website

Step 2: Book learner's license test slot and pass computerized test

Step 3: Undergo learner's license test and obtain LL valid for 6 months

Step 4: Learn driving and enroll for permanent license test

Step 5: Pass RTO driving test and obtain full license valid for 20 years

For Renewal of License

Step 1: Obtain Form 9 from RTO

Step 2: Fill details and submit Form 9 with medical certificate

Step 3: Submit old license, passport photos, fees

Step 4: Get renewed license with updated validity of 20 years

Getting Permit for Commercial Vehicles

Here is the process to obtain a permit for commercial goods or passenger transport vehicles from the Punjab RTO:

Step 1: Apply in Permit Application form
Step 2: Select permit type – goods, private service, national, etc.
Step 3: Submit vehicle papers – RC, insurance, fitness certificate
Step 4: Pay applicable permit fees
Step 5: Get permit inspection done if required
Step 6: Collect permit certificate to attach on vehicle

Conclusion

The RTO of Punjab provides essential and mandatory services related to vehicle regulations as per Central Motor Vehicle Rules. Understanding the documentation, fees and processes applicable for vehicle-related transactions with the RTO will help ensure smooth compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions on Punjab Regional Transport Office

FAQs

Q: How many RTO offices are present in Punjab?

A: As of 2023, there are over 90 functional regional and sub-regional RTO offices covering all the districts in Punjab.

Q: What documents do I need for transferring vehicle ownership in Punjab?

A: You need the original RC, insurance papers, PUC certificate, NOC from financier, transfer fee payment receipt, and signed Form 29 and Form 30 from both the seller and buyer.

Q: What is the penalty if I drive my vehicle in Punjab with an expired registration?

A: Driving a vehicle with an expired registration in Punjab can attract a minimum fine of Rs.2000. The vehicle is also liable to get detained until you renew its registration.

Q: How do I obtain a duplicate registration certificate (RC) in case the original gets lost?

A: You can obtain a duplicate RC certificate from the Punjab RTO by filing an FIR of the loss and submitting a copy along with the applicable fees. The cost for a duplicate RC is Rs. 100.

Q: What is the validity period of a permanent driving license issued in Punjab?

A: The permanent driving licenses issued by Punjab RTO are valid for 20 years from the date of issue before requiring renewal.

Q: Is a pollution under control (PUC) certificate mandatory in Punjab?

A: Yes, all vehicles registered in Punjab must possess a valid PUC certificate from an authorized test center during their renewals and while transferring ownership.

Q: How can I get the contact details of my local RTO office in Punjab?

A: You can find the contact information of your nearest RTO office in Punjab by using the 'Find RTO' option and entering your location details on the Transport Department's portal.