RTO Telangana

The Telangana Transport Department handles vehicle registration, driving licences, road tax collection and transport permits through regional, district and unit transport offices. Telangana uses the TS and TG registration series, with several offices serving Hyderabad and its surrounding districts. The department delivers licence slot booking, RC services and tax payment through Vahan and Sarathi.

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List of RTO Codes in Telangana

There are 92 RTOs in Telangana.

City	RTO
NA	AP01, TG01, TS01
RTO Chittoor	AP03
NA	AP09, AP11, AP12, AP13, TG09, TG11, TG12, TG13, TG14, TS09, TS11, TS12, TS13, TS14
NA	AP14, TG02, TS02
NA	AP20, TG04, TS04
NA	AP22
NA	AP23, TG35, TS35
NA	AP24, TG05, TS05
NA	AP25, TG16, TS16
NA	AP28, TG07, TS07, AP29
NA	AP36, TG24, TS24
RTO HANUMAKONDA	TG03, TS03
NA	TG06, TS06
RTO Medchal Malkajgiri	TG08, TS08
NA	TG10, TS10, AP10
RTO Sangareddy	TG15, TS15
RTO KAMAREDDY	TG17, TS17
RTO NIRMAL	TG18, TS18
RTO Mancherial	TG19, TS19
RTO Kumuram Bheem Asifabad	TG20, TS20
RTO JAGITYAL	TG21, TS21
RTO PEDDAPALLI	TG22, TS22
RTO Rajanna Sircilla	TG23, TS23
RTO Jayashankar Bhupalpally	TG25, TS25
RTO Mahbubabad	TG26, TS26
RTO Jangaon	TG27, TS27
RTO Bhadradri Kothagudem	TG28, TS28
NA	TG29, TS29
RTO Yadadri Bhuvanagiri	TG30, TS30
RTO Nagarkurnool	TG31, TS31
RTO WANAPARTHY	TG32, TS32
RTO Jogulamba Gadwal	TG33, TS33
RTO VIKARABAD	TG34, TS34
NA	TG36, TS36
RTO MULUGU	TG37, TS37
RTO Narayanpet	TG38, TS38

RTO Telangana Services and Charges

Telangana RTOs offer the following services with their applicable charges:

Vehicle Registration Services

Providing Registration Certificates (RCs) that are both temporary and permanent
Including or excluding hypothecation
Assigning fancy or unique registration numbers
Issuing a duplicate RC
Changing an RC's address

The following table lists several fees associated with vehicle registration services:

Service	Price
Certificate of Registration	Rs. 300
Motorcycle / two-wheeler	Rs. 300
Three-wheeler, quadricycle or Light Motor Vehicle - Non-transport	Rs. 600
Medium goods or medium passenger motor vehicle	Rs. 1,000
Heavy goods or heavy passenger motor vehicle	Rs. 1,500
Imported Motor Vehicle	Rs. 5,000
Imported Motorcycle	Rs. 2,500
Duplicate certificate of registration	Half of the new vehicle registration fee
Transfer of ownership	Half of the new vehicle registration fee
Change of address on the RC	Half of the new vehicle registration fee
No Objection Certificate (NOC)	Rs. 100

Issue of Driving Licences and Related Services

Telangana RTO provides the following driving licence-related services:

Learner's licence and permanent driving licence
Prescribed driving tests
Renewal of expired licences
Duplicate licence issuance
Endorsement of new vehicle classes
International Driving Permits

Driving licence fees are set under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, so the same slabs apply across Telangana:

Types of Licences	Fees
Learner's Licence (per vehicle class)	Rs. 150
Learner's licence test fee	Rs. 50
Permanent Driving Licence (smart card)	Rs. 200
Driving test fee (per vehicle class)	Rs. 300
Addition of another vehicle class	Rs. 500
Renewal of driving licence	Rs. 200
Late renewal fee (per year of delay)	Rs. 300
Duplicate licence / change of address	Rs. 200
International Driving Permit	Rs. 1,000
Endorsement for hazardous goods (like chemicals, gases, or explosives)	Rs. 100

Note: These are the central fee slabs. Individual RTOs in Telangana may also collect a nominal service or smart card charge at the counter.

Collection of Fees and Taxes

The RTO office collects legally mandated taxes and fees to maintain the state of the road infrastructure:

Road tax
Fees for a driver's licence
Fines for vehicle registration

The type of vehicle also affects the amount of road tax collected in Telangana. Here are a few instances:

Vehicle Type	Road Tax (Approx.)
Two-wheelers	Approx. 9% of vehicle cost as lifetime tax
Four-wheelers (private use)	Approx. 12% to 18% of vehicle cost, depending on the price slab
Commercial vehicles	Based on gross vehicle weight, seating capacity and usage
Vintage/old vehicles	Nominal or special rate

Note: Road tax in Telangana is levied under the Telangana Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1963. Rates are indicative and change with the latest notification issued by the transport department.

Granting Transport Permits

Telangana RTOs issue national, state and temporary permits for transport and commercial vehicles. Taxis, passenger buses, goods carriers and auto-rickshaws need these for operations.

Vehicle Registration Process in Telangana

To register your vehicle in Telangana, follow the process given below:

Submit Form 20 to your jurisdictional RTO within 7 days of vehicle delivery.
Submit the required documents, including the roadworthiness and insurance certificates.
Deposit the registration fees and applicable road tax based on your vehicle type.
Once the RTO verifies your application and documents, you can collect your registration certificate.

Documents Required for Vehicle Registration in Telangana

The following documents are required for vehicle registration in Telangana:

Form 21 (Sales certificate)
Form 22 (Roadworthiness certificate)
Form 20 (Application form)
Valid insurance policy documents
Pollution Under Control Certificate
Provide identification of the vehicle owner
Address proof (ration card, electricity bill, etc.)
Original Sales Certificate from the concerned Authorities in Form 21 in the case of Ex-Army vehicles
Customs Clearance Certificate in the case of imported vehicles
Tax as applicable under the Telangana Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1963
Design approval copy of STA in case of Trailer or Semi Trailer
Appropriate fees

Documents Required for Transfer of Ownership of a Vehicle

The following paperwork is required if you wish to transfer ownership of a vehicle:

Certificate of registration
Pollution under control certificate
Address proof of the new owner
Copy of insurance policy
Required fee paid via Treasury Challan
No Objection Certificate (in case the vehicle is financed)
No Objection Certificate (in case of other state vehicle)
Affidavit for the sale/purchase of vehicles from the seller/purchaser

Role of RTO in Vehicle Insurance in Telangana

To verify the vehicle registration status, insurance companies check the RTO records for the registered owner's name, the vehicle's registration location, and the jurisdictional RTO details. As per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, all vehicles must have third-party insurance. Your location when registering the vehicle affects motor insurance premiums. In larger cities, the premium for cars and two-wheelers is higher because the risk of accidents is greater, while in smaller towns, premiums are usually lower.

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents are required for RC renewal in Telangana?

The RC renewal in Telangana requires documents such as Form 25, the original RC, valid insurance, and the pollution under control certificate (PUCC). Every vehicle older than 15 years must undergo a fitness test.

How many RTOs are there in Telangana?

Telangana runs regional and district transport offices along with unit offices across the state. The table on this page lists each office with its registration code.

What is the road tax for cars in Telangana?

Road tax for cars in Telangana is charged as a one-time lifetime tax under the Telangana Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1963. It works out to roughly Approx. 12% to 18% of vehicle cost, depending on the price slab, so the exact amount depends on the invoice value, fuel type and vehicle class.

How do I check RTO details in Telangana online?

You can look up the office name, code and jurisdiction in the RTO table on this page, or check the Telangana Transport Department and Parivahan portals. Entering a registration number on the Vahan citizen services portal also shows the RTO the vehicle belongs to.