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Check RC Status in Himachal Pradesh

As per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, driving a vehicle without an RC is a punishable offence in India. If you have purchased a new vehicle, sold your existing vehicle in Himachal Pradesh, and have yet to receive your RC, or have filed a request for a duplicate RC, you need to check the RC status. This article provides steps to check RC status online, how to apply for a duplicate RC, and the documents required to apply for an RC.

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Why Do You Need a Vehicle RC in Himachal Pradesh?

You must have a valid RC for your vehicle due to the following reasons.

Legal Compliance:

As per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, every vehicle must have a valid RC to avoid a traffic challan.

Proof of Ownership:

Your vehicle's RC contains the owner's name and address details and serves as a legal document to establish that the vehicle is registered in your name.

Insurance and Claims:

Insurance companies verify vehicle-related details using the RC during the claim approval process.

What are the Key Details on a Vehicle RC in Himachal Pradesh?

The vehicle registration certificate in Himachal Pradesh contains the following details.

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    Vehicle registration number(masked)

  • 2

    Vehicle class

  • 3

    Vehicle description

  • 4

    Vehicle details (cubic capacity, number of cylinders, etc.)

  • 5

    Details of the owner(masked)

  • 6

    Make and model

  • 7

    Seating capacity

  • 8

    Registering authority

  • 9

    Registration date

  • 10

    Type of fuel

  • 11

    Emission norms followed (BSIV, BSVI, etc.)

  • 12

    Fitness validity

How to Check RC Details Online in Himachal Pradesh?

You can check RC details online at the PB Wheels website by following the steps below.

Via Pbwheels.com

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    Go to the 'Check RC Details' page

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    Type in the registration number of your vehicle

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    Tap 'Search Vehicle Details' and check your vehicle RC details

Via the Parivahan Portal

Parivahan Sewa's official website is the government's portal for vehicle-related services. To check the RC status, follow the steps below.

  • 1

    Visit the homepage of Parivahan Sewa

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    Click on the 'Online Services' section from the menu bar

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    From the list that appears, select 'Vehicle Related Services'

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    Select 'Himachal Pradesh' from the States drop-down menu

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    Choose the RTO nearest you and click on the 'Proceed' button

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    Tap on 'Status'. Choose 'Know Your Application Status'

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    Enter your RC Application Number

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    Click on 'Submit' and check your RC status

How to Download RC in Himachal Pradesh?

Visit the Parivahan website and follow the steps given below to download your RC in Himachal Pradesh.

  1. Go to the Parivahan Sewa website

  2. Click on 'Online Services' and then click on 'Vehicle Related Services'

  3. 'Himachal Pradesh' should be selected from the States dropdown list

  4. Select the nearest RTO and click 'Proceed'

  5. Enter the chassis number and the required vehicle details

  6. Enter the OTP received on your phone for verification

  7. You can now download your vehicle RC using the available option

How to Check RC Transfer Status in Himachal Pradesh?

Go to the Parivahan Sewa website

Select 'Online Services' and then 'Vehicle Related Services'

Choose 'Himachal Pradesh' State / UT and click 'Know Your Application Status'

Fill in the 'Application Number' generated during the transfer of ownership

Enter the information to view the application status

How to Apply for an RC for a New Vehicle in Himachal Pradesh?

To register the vehicle online, follow the steps given below.

  • Go to the Parivahan Sewa website
  • Complete and submit the 'Form 20' for new vehicle registration
  • Attach the required documents. Submit 'Form 34' if the vehicle is under hire purchase, lease or hypothecation
  • Pay the applicable registration fee, along with one-time road tax, MCD parking fee and other charges
  • Take the vehicle to the zonal office for inspection
  • If the vehicle is a commercial vehicle, submit the required fitness certificate and related documents
  • After document verification and payment of fees, taxes, and vehicle inspection, the registration certificate is issued

Note: Vehicle registration certificate fees in Himachal Pradesh vary by vehicle type, seating capacity, and other factors.

Documents Required to Apply for an RC for a New Vehicle in Himachal Pradesh

To obtain your RC in Himachal Pradesh, submit or upload these documents.

  • Form 20 application for registration with the financier's signature if the vehicle is under HPA, hypothecation or lease
  • Form 21 sale certificate
  • Form 22 roadworthiness certificate
  • Valid insurance certificate
  • Proof of address is accepted under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules
  • Temporary Registration Certificate issued by the Registering Authority/ Trade Certificate issued by the Dealer
  • Form 22A only if the vehicle is a body-built vehicle
  • Customs clearance certificate and bond only for imported vehicles
  • Registration fee payment receipt
  • Applicable motor vehicle tax payment receipt
  • Working Certificate in Form 60 only for BH Series registration
  • Bonafide agriculture certificate issued by the Tehsildar only for tractor-trailer units used for agriculture

How to Apply for a Duplicate RC in Himachal Pradesh?

If you lost or damaged your RC, you must first file an FIR at the police station. The online process for a duplicate RC is given below.

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    Open the Parivahan Sewa website

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    Click over to 'Online Services' and 'Vehicle Related Services'

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    Select 'Himachal Pradesh' as the state

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    Please type in your 'Vehicle Registration Number' and press 'Continue'

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    Choose 'Issue of Duplicate Registration Certificate'

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    Enter the required information for the vehicle (last 5 digits of the chassis number and OTP verification via mobile number)

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    Submit the required information and select the reason to apply for a duplicate RC

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    Fill out the required form and pay the application fee online

Documents Required for a Duplicate RC in Himachal Pradesh

These documents are required to get a duplicate RC in Himachal Pradesh.

  • Form 26 application for the issue of a duplicate Certificate of Registration
  • Copy of FIR
  • Valid insurance certificate
  • Original damaged RC if the RC is written off, soiled, torn or mutilated
  • Financier signatures on Form 26 in duplicate if the vehicle is under finance, hire purchase or lease
  • Applicable duplicate RC fee receipt

Frequency Asked Question

Are RC and a fitness certificate the same?
The vehicle registration certificate (RC) is different from its fitness certificate. If you have an RC, it means that your vehicle is registered at the RTO. A fitness certificate is a certification of roadworthiness.
How to register a vehicle at an RTO in Himachal Pradesh?
Registration of a vehicle can be done by visiting the nearest RTO or the Parivahan website. However, for a vehicle inspection, you need to visit the RTO.
Which form is required for a duplicate RC?
Form 26 is the application form required for a duplicate RC in HP.

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