RTO in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
After the merger of two separate union territories (UTs) into one, the regional transport office in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (DNH & DD) now operates under a unified administration. The UT uses "DD" as its vehicle registration mark, assigned by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. Your jurisdictional RTO depends on the permanent or current address. This guide covers the RTO offices in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, including their codes, services, and the charges that apply throughout the UT.
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The UT administration published an order listing registration authority code numbers under the "DD" prefix.
List of RTO Codes in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
There are 0 RTOs in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
| State | RTO | City | Address | Contact |
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| No RTO offices matched Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. | ||||
RTO Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Services and Charges
RTO in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu offers various vehicle and driving license-related services, as mentioned below.
Vehicle Registration Services
RTOs in this UT handle the standard set of registration activities:
- New vehicle registration and temporary registration
- Renewal of Registration Certificate (RC) after 15 years
- Transfer of ownership between parties
- Change of address on an existing RC
- Issue of duplicate RC when the original is lost or damaged
- Adding or removing hypothecation details (Form 34 is available on the DNH and DD transport site)
| Type of Vehicle | Service Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Invalid Carriage | New Registration | Rs. 20 |
| Motorcycle | New Registration | Rs. 60 |
| Light Motor Vehicle | New Registration | Rs. 200 |
| Light Commercial Vehicle | New Registration | Rs. 300 |
| Medium Goods Vehicle | New Registration | Rs. 400 |
| Medium Passenger Motor Vehicle | New Registration | Rs. 400 |
| Heavy Goods Vehicle | New Registration | Rs. 600 |
| Heavy Passenger Vehicle | New Registration | Rs. 600 |
| Imported Passenger Vehicle | New Registration | Rs. 800 |
| Imported Motorcycle | New Registration | Rs. 200 |
| All types of vehicles | Renewal of RC | Same as the new registration charges |
Driving Licence Related Services
The RTOs in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu handle learner's licences, permanent driving licences, renewals, driving tests, and international driving permits. Specific fee amounts for these services in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu are as follows:
| DL Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Issue of a learner's license (for each class of vehicle) | Rs. 30 |
| Learner's license test fee | Rs. 10 |
| Permanent driving license (for each class of vehicle) | Rs. 200 |
| Driving test fee | Rs. 50 |
| Renewal of a permanent driving license | Rs. 250 |
| Issue of a duplicate license | Rs. 200 |
| International Driving Permit | Rs. 500 |
Collection of Fees and Taxes
RTOs in DNH and DD collect the following fees and taxes mandated under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
- Registration fees
- One-time road tax
- Driving licence fees
- Penalty amounts for violations
Given below are the road taxes that the owners of non-transport vehicles are supposed to pay.
| Vehicle Type | Road Tax |
|---|---|
| Motorcycles and tricycles (at the time of new registration) | 2.5% of the vehicle cost |
| Four-wheelers and others (Driven on other than diesel) | 2.5% of the vehicle cost |
| Four-wheelers and others (Driven on diesel with cost not exceeding Rs. 10 lakhs ) | 2.5% of the vehicle cost |
| Four-wheelers and others (Driven on diesel with cost exceeding Rs. 10 lakhs ) | 3% of the vehicle cost |
| Imported motor vehicles | Twice the rates of new registration specified for the respective class of vehicles |
Granting Transport Permits
Transport officers in the UT issue permits, such as state, national, and temporary permits for commercial vehicles. Taxis, buses, goods carriers, and autorickshaws operating within or across UT boundaries need the appropriate permit from the jurisdictional office.
Vehicle Registration Process in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
Registering a vehicle in DNH & DD follows the process laid out in the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
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Submit Form 20 to your jurisdictional RTO within 21 days from the vehicle delivery date.
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Attach all supporting documents, including the sales certificate (Form 21), a roadworthiness certificate (Form 22), and a valid third-party vehicle insurance policy.
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Pay your registration charges and road tax, which vary according to the kind of vehicle you own and the tax rate that applies to it, as per the taxation list provided by the UT.
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After the approval of your application by the RTO, you can get your permanent registration certificate.
Documents Required for Vehicle Registration in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
You must have the following documents to register your vehicle in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
- Form 20
- Sale Certificate in Form 21
- Valid Insurance Certificate
- Original sale certificate from the concerned authorities in Form 21 in case of ex-army vehicles
- Copy of sales invoice from dealer
- Proof of address
- Copy of the proceedings of the State Transport Authority / concerned Authority for the purpose of approval of the design in case of a trailer or a semi-trailer
- Temporary registration certificate
- Customs clearance certificate in case of imported vehicles, along with the licence and bond, if any
- Roadworthiness certificate in Form 22 from the manufacturer and Form 22-A from the body builders
- Specified fee
Documents Required for the Transfer of Ownership of a Vehicle
If you are transferring your vehicle to somebody else, keep these documents ready:
- Application in Form 29 (in duplicate)
- Form 30 (in duplicate if the vehicle is held under hypothecation)
- Certificate of Insurance
- Certificate of Registration
- Prescribed fee
- Proof of Residence
- Valid PUC (Pollution Under Control) Certificate
Role of RTO in Vehicle Insurance in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
Insurance companies verify RTO records to confirm a vehicle's registration, its jurisdictional office, and ownership details. When vehicle ownership changes, the RTO updates the ownership records. Vehicles registered in areas with higher accident rates tend to attract steeper premiums than those in quieter regions. Third-party insurance remains mandatory under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. According to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, an invalid third-party insurance will attract a challan of Rs. 2000 for the first offence and Rs. 4000 for the subsequent offence.
FAQs
What is the RTO code of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu use "DD" as their registration mark. The current Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu RTO codes are DD-01, DD-02, and DD-03.
Why did the UT's RTO code change from DN to DD?
After the two territories merged, the administration adopted "DD" (originally Daman and Diu's code) for unified vehicle registration across the new UT.
Who heads the transport authority in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
The Transport Department operates under the U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. The office is located at RTO Complex, Airport Road, Nani Daman.
What is an RTO number plate?
It is the number plate that is allotted to the vehicle at the time of registration with a particular RTO. Vehicle number plates in DNH and DD carry the "DD" prefix followed by the office code and registration number.