RTO Delhi

The Transport Department in Delhi handles vehicle registration, driving licence issuance, road tax collection, and transport permits across the National Capital Territory of Delhi. 'The RTO code for motor vehicle registration in Delhi is DL'. The department oversees more than 80 lakh registered vehicles. This guide walks you through RTO Delhi offices, their codes, services, and applicable charges.

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List of RTO Codes in Delhi

There are 14 RTOs in Delhi.

State	RTO	City	Address	Contact
Delhi	DL1	DELHI	MALL ROAD,DELHI	23819191
Delhi	DL10	ROHINI	DTC DEPOT, ROHINI	27563535
Delhi	DL11	RAJA GARDEN	DTC DEPOT, RAJA GARDEN	25163616
Delhi	DL12	DELHI	DTC DEPOT, VASANT VIHAR, DELHI	NA
Delhi	DL13	SURAJMAL VIHAR	CBD GROUND, SURAJMAL VIHAR	22383900
Delhi	DL14	sonipath delhi	sonipath delhi	NA
Delhi	DL2	NEW DELHI	IP ESTATE,NEAR DTC DEPOT, NEW DELHI	23378886
Delhi	DL3	DDA MARKET SHEIKH SARAI	2ND FLOOR,DDA MARKET SHEIKH SARAI	29259800
Delhi	DL4	JANAKPURI	COMMUNITYCENTER,B-BLOCK, GROUND FLOOR,JANAKPURI	25551618
Delhi	DL5	SHAHDARA	LONI ROAD,NEAR POWERHOUSE, SHAHDARA	22813475
Delhi	DL6	SARAI KALE KHAN	ISBT,SARAI KALE KHAN	24351100
Delhi	DL7	DELHI	DTC DEPOT, MAYUR VIHAR PH-I, DELHI	22753800
Delhi	DL8	WAZIRPUR DELHI	DTC DEPOT, WAZIRPUR DELHI	27217642
Delhi	DL9	JANAKPURI	B-BLOCK, COMMUNITY CENTER,1ST FLOOR, JANAKPURI	25624064

RTO Delhi Services and Charges

Delhi RTOs offer various services, each with specific charges detailed below.

Vehicle Registration Services

RTOs in Delhi provide the following registration-related services:

New vehicle registration and temporary registration
Transfer of ownership between parties
Change of address on existing RC
Renewal of Registration Certificate after 15 years
Issue of duplicate RC when the original is lost or damaged
Adding or removing hypothecation details

Service	Price
Test fee for a learner's license	Rs. 50
Issuance of a learner's license	Rs. 150
The addition of each class of vehicle to the learner's license	Rs. 300
Issuance of a permanent driving license	Rs. 200 + 200 (smart card)
International Driving Permit	Rs. 1,000
Addition of a new class of vehicle to DL	Rs. 500
Renewal of driving license	Rs. 200
Renewal of the driving license after the grace period	Rs. 300 + Rs. 1,000 for every year of delay
Issue of a duplicate license	Rs. 200 + Rs 200 (smart card)

Driving Licence Related Services

Delhi RTOs handle driving licence services that include:

Issuance of both permanent and learner's licences
Conducting driving tests
Renewing expired driving licences
Getting a duplicate license
Granting international driving permits to qualified candidates

A Learner's Licence in Delhi is valid for only 6 months. You can't appear for the driving test unless you've held a learner's licence for at least 30 days.

Collection of Fees and Taxes

RTOs collect various fees and taxes mandated under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.

One-time road tax (lifetime tax)
Registration fees
Driving licence fees
Penalty amounts for violations

Road tax in Delhi works as a lifetime payment for personal and non-commercial vehicles. No additional road tax applies throughout the vehicle's life, except when it is sold or transferred.

Types of passenger vehicles (number of people)	Road Tax (Annually)
Not more than 2, excluding the driver	Rs. 305
More than 2 and up to 4, excluding Driver and Conductor	Rs. 605
More than 4 and up to 6, excluding Driver and Conductor	Rs. 1,130
More than 6 and up to 18, excluding Driver and Conductor	Rs. 1,915
More than 18, excluding Driver and Conductor	Rs. 1,915 + 280/- per passenger

Note: Delhi also charges a green tax on older diesel vehicles to promote cleaner air. Diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years can't be operated in Delhi-NCR.

Granting Transport Permits

Regional transport officers issue state, national, and all-India tourist permits for commercial vehicles operating in Delhi. These vehicles include taxis, buses, goods carriers, and autorickshaws.

Vehicle Registration Process in Delhi

To register a vehicle at any Delhi RTO, follow these steps.

Step 1: Submit Form 20 (Application for Registration of a Motor Vehicle) to your jurisdictional RTO.
Step 2: Attach Form 21 (Sale certificate from the dealer), Form 22 (Roadworthiness from the manufacturer), and other documents to the application form.
Step 3: You must also carry a self-attested copy of valid vehicle insurance and address proof for the registration address.
Step 4: Pay the required registration fees and road tax based on vehicle type.
Step 5: Collect your permanent registration certificate after the RTO processes your application.

Documents Required for Vehicle Registration in Delhi

When applying for vehicle registration in Delhi, keep these documents ready.

Form 20 duly filled out
Form 22 (Roadworthiness certificate) issued by the manufacturer
Form 21 (Sale certificate) issued by the vehicle dealer
Self-attested copy of the address proof at which the vehicle is to be registered
PAN Card or Form 60 & 61 (as applicable)
Dealer invoice along with the manufacturer invoice.
One-time road tax as applicable
Self-attested copy of a valid vehicle insurance policy/cover note
Form 34 duly signed by the owner and the financer
Prescribed fee for registration
M.C.D parking fees

Documents Required for the Transfer of Ownership of a Vehicle

You'll need to submit the following documents to the concerned RTO in case of ownership transfer of a private vehicle:

Registration certificate in original
Self-attested copy of a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate
Form no. 29 duly filled in duplicate (attested one copy)
Self-attested copy of the address proof of the purchaser and a valid insurance certificate
Form no.30 duly filled in duplicate
Attested copy of PAN Card or Form 60 & 61(as applicable).
A prescribed fee, along with a penalty if the transfer of ownership is not applied within 14 days from the date of purchase.

Note: You need to submit the application for transfer of ownership within 14 days of purchase. Otherwise, you will have to pay a penalty of Rs. 500.

Role of RTO in Vehicle Insurance in Delhi

Insurance companies check RTO records to verify where your vehicle is registered, its jurisdictional RTO, and other registration details. When a vehicle is sold or ownership changes, the RTO updates these details. This ensures the new owner maintains proper coverage.

The RTO is responsible for implementing the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Under this act, every motor vehicle must be insured with valid third-party liability insurance. Premium rates vary by the location of the vehicle's RTO registration. Metro cities like Delhi have different rates than smaller towns due to higher traffic density and accident rates.

FAQs

What is the Delhi RTO code?

The Government of India has assigned DL as Delhi's RTO code for vehicle registration.

How many RTO offices are there in Delhi?

Delhi has more than 13 Regional Transport Offices spread across four major zones: North, South, East, and West. The codes run from DL-01 through DL-13. Each office handles registration and licensing for specific jurisdictional areas based on applicant addresses.

How long does vehicle registration take in Delhi?

New vehicle registration in Delhi typically takes one to seven days after document submission.

What is the validity of a learner's licence in Delhi?

A Learner's Licence in Delhi remains valid for 6 months from the date of issue. You must hold it for at least 30 days before appearing for the permanent driving test. The permanent licence application should be submitted within six months.

Can old vehicles run in Delhi?

Diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years can't operate in Delhi-NCR. The National Green Tribunal imposed this ban in 2015, and the Supreme Court upheld it in 2018.