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RTO Maharashtra

Maharashtra operates one of India's largest regional transport networks, with 14 Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) and 35 Deputy RTOs in districts. Maharashtra RTOs are responsible for handling vehicle registration, driving licences, and the collection of road taxes and transport permits. The Maharashtra Commissioner of Transport oversees all the Regional Transport Offices in Maharashtra. Keep reading to know more about the RTO Maharashtra codes and more.

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List of RTO Codes in Maharashtra

There are 60 RTOs in Maharashtra.

RTO Maharashtra Services and Charges

The services provided by Maharashtra RTOs are as follows:

Vehicle Registration Services

The services provided by Maharashtra RTOs are as follows:

  • Registration certificates (temporary and permanent)
  • Including or excluding hypothecation
  • Assigning fancy or unique vehicle registration numbers
  • Duplicate RC
  • Change of address in the RC

The charges for vehicle registration services are as follows:

Service Price
New Vehicle Registration
Motorcycle Rs. 300
Imported motorcycles Rs. 5,000
Light motor vehicles Rs. 600
Medium-goods and passenger vehicles Rs. 1,000
Registration of heavy goods vehicles Rs. 1,500
Registration of imported motor vehicles (four-wheelers) Rs. 5,000
Change of address in the registration certificate Half of the registration fees
Transfer of ownership Half of the registration fees
Renewal of registration certificate Rs. 200 to Rs. 400 (based on the vehicle type)

Issue of Driving Licences and Related Services

The services provided by Maharashtra RTOs are as follows:

  • Learner's licences and permanent driving licences
  • Conducting prescribed driving tests
  • Renewing expired licences
  • Issuing duplicate licences
  • Endorsing new vehicle classes
  • International Driving Permits for eligible applicants

Charges related to driving licence issuance include:

Service Price
Issue of a learner's licence Rs. 151 + Rs. 50 (test fee)
Issue of a driving licence (per class of vehicle) Rs. 716
Renewal of a driving licence Rs. 416
Adding another class of vehicles to the DL Rs. 1016
International Driving Permit (IDP) Rs. 1000

Collection of Fees and Taxes

RTOs (Regional Transport Offices) collect the following fees and taxes mandated by law to maintain road infrastructure, such as road tax and driving licence fees.

  • Driving licence fees
  • Road tax
  • Vehicle registration charges
  • Other fines and penalties

Maharashtra revised its road taxes on July 1, 2025. Rates vary by vehicle type and fuel category:

Vehicle Type Road Tax Rate
Petrol Vehicles
Below Rs 10 lakh 11% of the vehicle cost
Between Rs. 10 lakh - Rs. 20 lakh 12% of the vehicle cost
Above Rs 20 lakh 13% of the vehicle cost
Diesel Vehicles
Below Rs 10 lakh 13% of the vehicle cost
Between Rs. 10 lakh - Rs. 20 lakh 14% of the vehicle cost
Above Rs. 20 lakh 15% of the vehicle cost
Imported or company-registered vehicles 20% of the vehicle cost
Light goods vehicles (up to 7,500 kg capacity) 7% flat rate
Electric vehicles 100% exempt

Note: Maharashtra requires a one-time, lifetime road tax at the time of registration, typically valid for 15 years. The green tax applies at the time of renewal of fitness certificates for petrol vehicles over 15 years old and diesel vehicles over 10 years old.

Granting Transport Permits

RTO Maharashtra issues national, state, and temporary authorisations for transportation and commercial vehicles. The operation of taxis, passenger buses, goods carriers, and autorickshaws within Maharashtra, as well as the interstate movement, requires these permits.

Vehicle Registration Process in Maharashtra

The entire procedure for registering a vehicle with an RTO in Maharashtra is as follows:

  1. Fill out Form 20 and send it to the RTO in your area within seven days of the delivery date.

  2. Submit the application along with the required documents, including an insurance certificate and a roadworthiness certificate.

  3. Pay the taxes and registration costs specific to your car type.

  4. The RTO will issue you a car registration certificate if your application and supporting documentation are in order.

Documents Required

Documents Required for Vehicle Registration in Arunachal Pradesh

When you apply for vehicle registration in Arunachal Pradesh, following documents are required

  • Form 21
  • Form 22
  • Form 20
  • A duplicate of the insurance policy documents.
  • Provide identification of the car's owner.
  • A Treasury Challan was used to pay the temporary registration certificate fee.
  • The vehicle invoice provided by your dealer.
  • A copy of your PAN card.

Documents Required for the Transfer of Ownership of a Vehicle

The following documents are needed when transferring vehicle ownership in Maharashtra:

  • Form 29
  • Form 30
  • The document should be stamped by an executive magistrate.
  • Address proof.
  • An insurance policy copy.
  • Pollution certificate.
  • Original registration certificate.
  • The necessary payment is made in the form of a treasury challan.

Role of RTO in Vehicle Insurance in Maharashtra

Insurance companies verify 'RTO records' to verify vehicle registration status, registration location, and jurisdictional RTO. RTOs are also responsible for enforcing the rules laid under the 'Motor Vehicles Act, 1988'. Section 146 of this act mandates third-party insurance for all motor vehicles on Indian roads.

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Frequenlty Asked Question

What is the role of the Maharashtra RTO?

Maharashtra RTO is responsible for vehicle registration and the implementation of the Motor Vehicles Act. You can avail these services online on the official Parivahan Sewa website.

How to find vehicle owner information in Maharashtra by RTO number?

You can find vehicle owner details on the Parivahan website. Click 'Know your vehicle details' and enter the vehicle number and other details to view the complete information.

Does MH RTO come under the Maharashtra police?

The Maharashtra RTO is a division of the Maharashtra Transport Department. However, it may coordinate with the traffic police for enforcement and road safety checks.