RTO Chandigarh

RTO Chandigarh is responsible for providing transport services in the Union Territory. It includes vehicle registration, driving license services, road tax permits, RC updates and management of transport records. These services are provided by the Chandigarh Transport Department through the Registering and Licensing Authority (RLA), State Transport Authority (STA), VAHAN Sarathi, and online appointment system.

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Chandigarh primarily operates under the RLA, with the CH registration mark. The details are:

List of RTO Codes in Chandigarh

There are 5 RTOs in Chandigarh.

State	RTO	City	Address	Contact
Chandigarh	CH01	SECTOR 17 CHANDIGARH	SECTOR 17 CHANDIGARH	0172-2700341
Chandigarh	CH02	Chandigarh	Sector 17, Chandigarh	91 1722700341
Chandigarh	CH03	Chandigarh	Sector 17, Chandigarh	92 1722700341
Chandigarh	CH04	Chandigarh	Sector 17, Chandigarh	93 1722700341
Chandigarh	CH05	160017	Sco 89/90/91, Shimla Book House, 17D, Sector 17, Chandigarh, 160017	0172 270 0076

RTO In Chandigarh Services and Charges

RTOs in Chandigarh handle many transport-related services, as given below.

Vehicle Registration Services

The vehicle-registration services provided by the Chandigarh RTO include:

Vehicle registration
RC renewal
Duplicate RC
Ownership transfer
Address change in RC
Hypothecation updates
Fitness certificates
Driving licence services
Permits
Road tax payment
NOC services
Motor vehicle tax services

The charges for different services are:

Service	Two-Wheeler	Four-Wheeler	Extra Charges
New registration	₹300	₹600	Smart card ₹200 and postal ₹20
Imported vehicle registration	₹2,500	₹5,000	Smart card ₹200 and postal ₹20
RC renewal	₹1,000	₹5,000	Inspection fee applies
Duplicate RC	₹150	₹300	Smart card ₹200 and postal ₹20
Transfer of ownership	₹150	₹300	Smart card ₹200 and postal ₹20
Change of address	₹50	₹300	Smart card ₹200 and postal ₹20
Hypothecation addition	₹500	₹1,500	Smart card ₹200 and postal ₹20
Alteration in RC	₹300	₹300	Postal charge ₹20

Driving Licence Services

Chandigarh RTOs handle the following:

Issue learner's licences
Issue a permanent driving licence (DL)
Renew driving licences
Issue duplicate driving licence issue
Address change in driving licence

Here are the fees for different services:

Service	Fee
Learner licence, single class	₹950
Addition of an extra class in a learner's licence	₹450
Change of address in DL	₹420
Duplicate licence	₹620
Renewal of DL	₹420
Renewal after grace period	₹1,520
Renewal after 1 year of expiry	₹1,520 plus ₹1,000 late fee
Addition of another vehicle class	₹1,020
Replacement or alteration in DL	₹420
International Driving Permit	₹1,000

Road Tax Collection

Road tax in Chandigarh is charged as a lump-sum motor vehicle tax. The tax is calculated on the actual vehicle price, excluding GST and other taxes. The road tax collected for different vehicles is given below:

Vehicle Type	Purchase Type / Cost Slab	Tax Rate
Two-wheeler	Up to ₹1 lakh, purchased within Chandigarh	8%
	Up to ₹1 lakh, purchased outside Chandigarh	10%
	Above ₹1 lakh, purchased within Chandigarh	10%
	Above ₹1 lakh, purchased outside Chandigarh	12%
Four-wheeler	Up to ₹15 lakh, purchased within Chandigarh	10%
	Up to ₹15 lakh, purchased outside Chandigarh	12%
	Above ₹15 lakh, purchased within Chandigarh	12%
	Above ₹15 lakh, purchased outside Chandigarh	14%

Transport Permits

Commercial and transport vehicles, including taxis, autos, buses, school buses and trucks, in Chandigarh need valid permits, such as state permits, national permits, and All India Tourist Permits, where applicable.

Vehicle Registration Process in Chandigarh

Use the steps given below to register your vehicle in Chandigarh.

Download the required files and forms from the official Chandigarh Transport website.
Carefully read the instructions.
Submit documents in accordance with the checklist.
If the temporary registration has expired, get your car inspected.
Book an appointment online with RLA.
Submit the completed form and fee at the counter.
Fix the HSRP from the vehicle dealer.
You will receive your RC via Speed Post.

Documents Required for New Vehicle Registration

The documents required for a new vehicle registration in Chandigarh are given below.

Form 20
Form 21
Form 22
Form 22A (if the vehicle body was built separately)
Valid insurance certificate
Address proof
Identity proof
PAN or Form 60, where needed
Temporary registration details, if applicable
Registration fee and road tax payment receipt

Documents Required for Transfer of Ownership

Keep these documents ready for the transfer of ownership in Chandigarh:

Form 29
Form 30
Original RC
Valid insurance certificate
Identity proof and address proof
PUC certificate, where applicable
PAN or Form 60, where needed
Form 35 if hypothecation termination is needed
Financier confirmation where loan removal is involved

Role of RTO in Vehicle Insurance in Chandigarh

Insurance companies verify RTO records for the vehicle owner's registration number, vehicle class, registration location, and RC status. RTOs are also responsible for ensuring that all vehicles are registered with a valid third-party insurance certificate.

FAQs

How to check RC status online in Chandigarh?

Log in to the Parivahan Sewa portal (parivahan.gov.in). Click on "Vehicle Related Services". Enter your vehicle registration number. You will be able to see your RC status on the screen instantly.

How much is the RTO tax in Chandigarh?

Road tax in Chandigarh differs depending on the type of vehicle. For example, for new private cars, the road tax rate ranges from 10% to 14% of the vehicle's cost.

How many RTOs are there in Chandigarh?

Chandigarh has 1 RTO, located at the Chandigarh Transport Department. It provides all vehicle and licence-related services for the Union Territory.