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Thrissur RTO Office: RTO Office, Website and Contact details

Team AckoNov 11, 2024

Thrissur, the cultural capital of Kerala, is known for its ancient temples, churches and mosques. It is also an academic hub thanks to its several educational institutions. Due to its rich heritage and colourful festivals, the city is a prominent tourist attraction. With more people travelling to the city, road transport plays a vital role in economic development. Here, the Thrissur RTO manages the transport services and aids in tourism development.

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Regional Transport Office (RTO) Thrissur: An overview

The Thrissur Regional Transport Office handles transport-related services, ranging from those related to Learning Licence to commercial vehicle permit. Other important services include the implementation of traffic rules and spreading awareness about the importance of road safety. Read on as we divulge more details about the Thrissur RTO, including contact details, services and fees.

Thrissur RTO: Contact details

This section will help you with the essential contact details of RTO Thrissur.

Thrissur RTO Office (KL-08)

The following table provides Thrissur RTO (KL-08) contact number, RTO code, office address and office working hours.

RTO Code/Number	KL-08
Office Address	Civil Station, Ayyanthole PO, Thrissur, Kerala - 680003
Office Timings	10:15 AM to 5:15 PM
Helpline Number	0487-236 0262
Email ID	[email protected]
State	Kerala

Thrissur RTO Fees

The following sections throw light on the fee structure for different services offered by RTO Thrissur.

Driving Licence fees

The following table contains the list of fees for DL-related services in Thrissur.

Service Type	Fee in (in Rs.)
Issuance of Learner's Licence (for each class)	150
Issue of Driving Licence	200
Driving Licence Test (for each class)	300
Learner's Licence Test	50
Learner's Licence failed fee	50
Driving Licence in Form 7	200
Learner's Licence particulars	10
Driving Licence test failed fee (for each class)	300
Issue of duplicate Learner's Licence	150
Addition of another class (for each class)	500
Renewal of Driving Licence	200
Renewal of Learner’s Licence	50
Updating details on the licence	200
Duplicate Driving Licence	500
Change of Address	200
Issue of driver’s badge for commercial vehicle	100
Driving Licence particulars	50
International driving permit	1,000
Authority to drive commercial vehicle	50
Test for a Driving Licence badge	50
Duplicate driver’s badge	50
Licence to drive vehicles carrying hazardous goods	100

Thrissur RTO Registration charges

The table below highlights the fees for various vehicle registration services offered by RTO Thrissur.

Vehicle Class	Fees (in Rs.)
Invalid Carriage	50
Two-wheeler	350
Transport Vehicles	1,100
Non Transport Vehicles	700
MGV (Medium Goods Vehicles) Transport	1,150
HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) Transport	1,700
MPMV Transport (Medium Passenger Motor Vehicle)	1,150
HPMV Transport (Heavy Passenger Motor Vehicle)	1,700

Fitness Certificate charges

Following are the fees related to vehicle FC at Thrissur RTO.

Vehicle Class	Transmission	Fee (in Rs.)
Two-wheeler	Manual	450
Three Wheeler/Quadricycle	Manual	650
Two-wheeler	Automatic	650
Three Wheeler/Quadricycle	Automatic	850
Light Motor Vehicle (LMV)	Manual	650
Light Motor Vehicle (LMV)	Automatic	850
Medium Goods Vehicle/ Medium Passenger Motor Vehicle	Manual	950
Medium Goods Vehicle/ Medium Passenger Motor Vehicle	Automatic	1,350
Heavy Goods Vehicle/ Heavy Passenger Motor Vehicle	Manual	1,040
Heavy Goods Vehicle/ Heavy Passenger Motor Vehicle	Automatic	1,440
Duplicate Fitness Certificate	Any	150

Permit charges

You can refer to the following table for commercial vehicle permit charges at RTO Thrissur.

New Permit

Type of Permit	Fees (in Rs.)
Goods Carriage: National Permit	2,500
State Permit for Light Goods Vehicle	1,000
Goods Carriage (Others): State Permit	1,500
Contract Carriage with 8 to 12 seater: Maxicab	2,000
Auto Rickshaw/Auto rickshaw city permit’s Contract Carriage	300
Motor Cab’s Contract Carriage	700
All India Tourist Taxi	1,500
Contract Carriage with 13 to 20 seats	3,000
Contract Carriage with more than 20 seats	3,500
Contract Carriage: Motorcycle	300
Stage Carriage	5,500
All India Tourist Omni Bus	2,500

Temporary Permit

Type of Permit	Fees (in Rs.)
National Permit for Goods Carriage	400
State Permit for Goods Carriage (LGV)	250
State Permit for Goods Carriage (Others)	400
Contract Carriage with more than 20 seats	500
Contract Carriage with 8 to 12 seater: Maxi Cab	200
13 to 20 seater Contract Carriage	300
Stage Carriage u/s 87 (1) (c) of Motor Vehicles Act 1988	500
Stage Carriage u/s 87 (1) (a) and (b) of Motor Vehicles Act 1988	250

Special Permit

Type of Permit	Fees (in Rs.)
Duplicate permit	200 + service charge: 100
a) Stage Carriage u/s 88 (8)	500
b) Other class of vehicles	250
Authorisation: fresh/renewal	500
Countersignature of stage carriage	5,500

Permit Service Charges

Type of Permit	Fees (in Rs.)
Medium Motor Vehicle	300
Bike/Auto rickshaw	50
Light Motor Vehicle (LMV)	150
Special Permit (All classes)	100
Heavy Motor Vehicle	400
Temporary Permit (All classes)	100
Counter Signature	500
Issue/Renewal of National Permit and Tourist Taxi	200

Trade Certificate charges

Here’s a list of fees to obtain a Trade Certificate in Thrissur.

New Trade Certificate

Service Type	Fees (in Rs.)
Two-wheeler	600
Invalid Carriage	600
Others	1,100

Duplicate Trade Certificate

Service Type	Fees (in Rs.)
Two-wheeler	300
Invalid Carriage	300
Others	500

Thrissur RTO Performance Standard

The following table provides the turnaround time for different services offered by RTO Thrissur.

Service Type	Turnaround Time
Grant/Renewal of CC Permit (Buses)	7 Days
Registration Certificate	1 Day
Transfer of Ownership	3 days
Grant of Driving Licence	7 Days
Hypothecation	30 days
Stage Carriage Permit Renewal	7 Days
Grant of Learner’s Licence	1 Day
Temporary Permit	1 Day
Grant/Renewal of Local Permit for Goods Vehicle	7 Days
NOC (No Objection Certificate)	7 Days
Grant/Renewal of National Permit	7 Days
AITP Authorisation/Renewal	7 Days
Supplicate Permit (All Vehicles)	7 Days
Counter Signatures of Goods Vehicle	7 Days

Thrissur RTO functions: Services offered

The Thrissur Regional Transport Office provides services to vehicle owners and drivers and collects fees and taxes. Besides that, it is responsible for implementing traffic rules and regulations. In the following sections, let’s look at the important functions of RTO Thrissur.

Driving Licence

The RTO in Thrissur issues and renews Driving Licence (DL), Learner’s Licence and International Driving Permit (IDP).
It conducts tests for LL and DL.
It accepts requests for the Driving Licence application online and DL renewal online.
It makes changes to the LL and DL particulars.
It provides duplicate copies of the LL and DL.

Vehicle Registration

The RTO of Thrissur registers all private and commercial vehicles in the city.
It issues Registration Certificates (RC) and assigns registration numbers to all registered vehicles.
It accepts requests for RC renewal online.
It provides a duplicate copy of RC.
It makes corrections to the RC particulars.

Vehicle Inspection

The RTO Thrissur inspects all vehicles before issuing the RC.
It conducts a thorough vehicle inspection before issuing FC to determine its roadworthiness.
It also conducts emission tests before issuing Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificates.

Permits

The RTO in Thrissur provides different types of permits for commercial vehicles.
It also renews permits upon validity expiry.

Road Tax Collection

The RTO Thrissur is responsible for collecting road tax from vehicle owners before issuing the RC.
It also collects fees for all services.

Vehicle Registration through RTO

You can approach the Thrissur RTO to register and obtain a permanent registration number for your vehicle. All motor vehicles must have a permanent registration number to comply with the legal requirements. You can visit the Regional Transport Office with your vehicle, submit the application and documents, and pay the required fees. The RTO will carry out the procedures and assign the registration number. You will receive the RC in a few days via post.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are a few common questions and their answers related to the Thrissur RTO.

FAQs

Where can I find more information about RTO Thrissur?

You can visit Thrissur RTO’s official website to learn more about the Regional Transport Office.

Does RTO Thrissur provide online services?

Yes, the Thrissur RTO provides online RTO services through the Parivahan portal. You can avail of services such as online Learning Licence application, online DL application, online RC renewal, etc.

Will the RTO of Thrissur help me if I lose my Driving Licence?

If you lose the original Driving Licence, you can approach the Thrissur RTO and request for a duplicate copy of the DL. You can submit the application and the required documents, and pay the applicable fees to get the DL duplicate copy.

Can I check Thrissur RTO vehicle owner details online?

You can check the Thrissur RTO vehicle registration details online by visiting the Vahan portal.

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Disclaimer: The information mentioned on this page is compiled from different websites and government sources. The information may be updated from time to time. Hence, please refer to the respective government websites and verify before making any RTO-related decisions.