RTO Jammu and Kashmir
RTO Jammu and Kashmir handles vehicle registration and driving licence-related services, road tax permits, RC updates, and transport records across the Union Territory. The J&K Transport Department manages these services through the Motor Vehicle Department, along with the official VAHAN and Sarathi online platforms. This guide explains RTO codes, applicable fees, and the documents required to register a vehicle in a simple way.
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The main JK RTO codes cover Srinagar, Jammu and district ARTO offices across the Union Territory. The RTO codes in Jammu and Kashmir are given below.
List of RTO Codes in Jammu and Kashmir
There are 22 RTOs in Jammu and Kashmir.
| State | RTO | City | Address | Contact |
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| Jammu and Kashmir | JK01 | RTO BATMALLO SRINAGAR | RTO BATMALLO SRINAGAR | 2486924 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK02 | WHARE HOUSE JAMMU | WHARE HOUSE JAMMU | 2435476 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK03 | DC OFFICE ANANTNAG | DC OFFICE ANANTNAG | 2228230 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK04 | NEW BUS STAND BUDGAM | NEW BUS STAND BUDGAM | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK05 | NASEM BAGH SOPORE DISTT BARAMULLA | NASEM BAGH SOPORE DISTT BARAMULLA | 223458 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK06 | D C OFFICE DODA | D C OFFICE DODA | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK07 | STADIUM KARGIL | STADIUM KARGIL | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK08 | LAKHANPUR KATHUA | LAKHANPUR KATHUA | 285145 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK09 | DRUG MULLA KUPWARA | DRUG MULLA KUPWARA | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK10 | DC OFFICE LEH | DC OFFICE LEH | 252106 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK11 | JAWHAR NAGAR RAJOURI | JAWHAR NAGAR RAJOURI | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK12 | DC OFFICE POONCH | DC OFFICE POONCH | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK13 | DC OFFICE POONCH | DC OFFICE POONCH | 242148 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK14 | SHIV NAGAR NH WAY UDHAMPUR | SHIV NAGAR NH WAY UDHAMPUR | 234189 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK15 | BANDIPORA KASHMIR J&KPINCODE 193502 | ARTO NASOO, , BANDIPORA KASHMIR J&KPINCODE 193502 | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK16 | KASHMIR J&K PINCODE191201 | FATEH PUR GANDERBAL, KASHMIR J&K PINCODE191201 | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK17 | J&K PINCODE 182204 | OM MEHTA ROAD KISTWAR, J&K PINCODE 182204 | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK18 | CHOLGAM ROAD KULGAM KASHMIR J&KPINCODE 192231 | CHOLGAM ROAD KULGAM KASHMIR J&KPINCODE 192231 | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK19 | SERI RAMBAN NEAR PATROL PUMP J&K PINCODE182144 | SERI RAMBAN NEAR PATROL PUMP J&K PINCODE182144 | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK20 | WARD NO 13 SHIV NAGAR REASI J&K PINCODE182311 | WARD NO 13 SHIV NAGAR REASI J&K PINCODE182311 | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK21 | SUPWAL SAMBA SAMBA J&K PINCODE 184121 | SUPWAL SAMBA SAMBA J&K PINCODE 184121 | NA |
| Jammu and Kashmir | JK22 | NEW BUS STAND BATPORA SHOPIAN J&KPINCODE 192303 | NEW BUS STAND BATPORA SHOPIAN J&KPINCODE 192303 | NA |
Services and Charges in RTO Jammu and Kashmir
RTOs in Jammu and Kashmir provide several vehicle and driving license-related services, as given below.
Vehicle Registration Services
RTO in Jammu and Kashmir offers the following vehicle-registration-related services:
- New or temporary vehicle registration
- RC renewal
- RC ownership transfer
- Address change in RC
- Duplicate RC for lost or damaged RC
- Hypothecation addition or removal
The fees for different services are:
| Service | Motorcycle | Light Motor Vehicle (Non-Transport) | Light Motor Vehicle (Transport) | Medium Goods/ Passenger Vehicle | Heavy Goods/ Passenger Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New RC/registration mark | ₹300 | ₹600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| Duplicate RC | ₹150 | ₹300 | ₹500 | Half of the new RC fee | Half of the new RC fee |
| Transfer of ownership | ₹150 | ₹300 | ₹500 | Half of the new RC fee | Half of the new RC fee |
| Change of address | ₹150 | ₹300 | ₹500 | Half of the new RC fee | Half of the new RC fee |
| Alteration in RC | ₹150 | ₹300 | ₹500 | Half of the new RC fee | Half of the new RC fee |
| Hypothecation entry | ₹500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
Driving Licence-related Services
RTOs handle the following driving-license-related services:
- Issue a learner's licence
- Issue a permanent driving licence
- Driving tests
- Renewal of an expired driving licence
- Issue an International Driving Permit
The fees for some services are:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Learner licence for each vehicle class | ₹150 |
| Learner licence test or repeat test | ₹50 |
| Driving test or repeat test for each class | ₹300 |
| Issue of a driving licence | ₹200 |
| International Driving Permit | ₹1,000 |
| Addition of another vehicle class | ₹500 |
Note: The charges and fees mentioned above are in accordance with recent central government notifications and are subject to change.
Transport Permits
Commercial and transport vehicles in Jammu and Kashmir need valid permits, including a state permit, a national permit, and an All India Tourist Permit to operate in the state. Section 66 of the Motor Vehicles Act states that a transport vehicle cannot be used in a public place unless permitted by a valid permit.
Vehicle Registration Process in Jammu and Kashmir
You must apply for vehicle registration at the Jammu and Kashmir RTO within 7 days of vehicle delivery, excluding the travel time, using the steps given below.
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Ensure that you collect the Form 21 (sales certificate) and Form 22 (roadworthiness certificate) from the dealer.
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Fill Form 20 for vehicle registration.
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Keep insurance, address proof, PAN or Form 60 and temporary registration details ready.
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Visit the relevant RTO, based on your address
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Pay the registration fee and road tax.
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Present the vehicle for inspection if the RTO asks.
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After verification, the RTO issues the registration number and RC.
Documents Required for New Vehicle Registration
Keep these documents ready for new vehicle registration in J&K.
- Form 20: registration
- Form 21: sale certificate
- Form 22: road-worthiness certificate
- Valid insurance certificate
- Address proof
- Identity proof
- PAN card or Form 60, where needed
- Temporary registration details, if any
- Registration fee and road tax payment receipt
Documents Required for Transfer of Ownership
Keep these documents ready to transfer the vehicle ownership in J&K.
- Form 29 as notice of transfer
- Form 30 as a transfer application
- Original RC
- Insurance certificate
- PUC certificate, where applicable
- Identity proof and address proof
- PAN or Form 60, where needed
- Form 35 if hypothecation termination is required
- Financier confirmation where loan removal is involved
- Applicable transfer fee receipt
Role of RTO in Vehicle Insurance in Jammu and Kashmir
The RTO records help insurers identify the registered owner, vehicle class, registration number, RTO location, and RC status. Third-party insurance of the vehicle is mandatory under section 146 of the Motor Vehicles Act. When a used vehicle is sold, the RC transfer and insurance update should be done. If RC and policy details do not match, it can complicate the claim-handling process.
FAQs
What is the Jammu and Kashmir RTO code?
The RTO code for Jammu and Kashmir is 'JK'. For example, the RTO code for Srinagar is JK-01, and for Jammu, it is JK-02.
How many RTOs are there in J&K?
Jammu and Kashmir has 22 RTOs across its 20 districts.
Can I use Parivahan for RTO services in Jammu?
Yes. J&K Transport Department website takes you to the Parivahan portal for several vehicle-related services.