Chandigarh’s population goes over 13 Lakhs, whereas its motor vehicle population exceeds 11 Lakhs and is still growing at a swift pace. To cater to the growing motor vehicle ownership, the transport authority has established six fully functional RTOs in Chandigarh.
These RTOs assist with various functions, such as vehicle registration, license application, finding the RTO Chandigarh vehicle registration details, and much more. These services can also be accessed online through the official website of Chandigarh Transport Department (chdtransport.gov.in/).
Here are the key services offered and functions performed:
Location |
RTO Code |
Chandigarh |
CH 01 |
Chandigarh |
CH 02 |
Chandigarh |
CH 03 |
Chandigarh |
CH 04 |
It is necessary to register your vehicle to move around the city of Chandigarh. To register your vehicle with the Chandigarh Regional Transport Office, you must first complete a few formalities.
To finish the registration procedure for your vehicle, simply follow these simple steps.
The documents will be validated after your application is submitted. The Registering Authority will then assign you a registration number for your vehicle. The original registration certificate will be mailed to your registered mailing address. However, to drive legally on Indian roads, you must also obtain a motor insurance policy for your freshly purchased vehicle.
The following documents are necessary for the automobile registration process in Chandigarh:
Motorcycle/Two-Wheeler |
Rs. 300 |
Quadricycle/Three-Wheeler/LMV (Transport/Commercial) |
Rs. 1,000 |
Medium Passenger Motor Vehicle |
Rs. 1,000 |
Heavy Passenger Vehicle |
Rs. 1,500 |
Imported Motor Vehicle Registration |
Rs. 5,000 |
Duplicate Registration Certificate |
50% of the above-mentioned fees |
Address Change |
50% of the above-mentioned fees |
Endorsing Lease/Hire Purchase/Hypothecation Agreement |
Motorcycle - Rs. 500 |
Quadricycle/Three-Wheeler/Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) (Private/Non-Transport) |
Rs. 600 |
Medium Goods Vehicle |
Rs. 1,000 |
Heavy Goods Vehicle |
Rs. 1,500 |
Imported Motorcycle Registration |
Rs. 2,500 |
Others |
Rs. 3,000 |
Transfer of Ownership |
50% of the above-mentioned fees |
Recording Alteration in RC |
50% of the above-mentioned fees |
LMV/Three-Wheeler/Quadricycle - Rs. 1,500 |
Motorcycle - Rs. 500 |
The methods below will assist you in applying for a Driving License offline in CH RTO.
Once you pass the driving test, you will receive the driving license within a stipulated time.
Alternatively, you can apply for a driving license through parivahan.gov.in/parivahan as well.
To apply for a DL in Chandigarh RTO Office, the following documents are necessary.
Driving Licence (DL) |
Rs. 950 |
Renewal of DL |
Rs. 420 |
Renewal of DL (Post grace period) |
Rs. 1,520 |
Replacement/Alteration of DL |
Rs. 420 |
Renewal of DL (After 5 years of expiry of the grace period) |
Rs. 1,520 (Late fee Rs. 1,000) |
Smartcard (DL) |
Rs. 200 |