RTO Goa

Goa has a population of 15.75 Lakhs, and there are over 1.4 million registered vehicles across the state. In order to cater to the requirements of motor vehicle owners, there are 12 RTOs in Goa. The main goal of RTO Goa is to enforce the rules and regulations outlined in the Motor Vehicles Act.


These RTOs provide its citizens with facilities to register new vehicles, get Driving License, Learner License, transfer ownership, and much more. Citizens who would like to avail services from Regional Transport Offices online, can visit the official site (https://goatransport.gov.in/) set up by the Department of Transport, Goa.

Services Offered by RTO Goa

The Regional Transport Offices in Goa provide a variety of functions and services to the people of Goa. Given below are the various services offered by RTO Goa:

  • Vehicle registration for automobiles.
  • Permanent registration certificate issuance and renewal.
  • Temporary registration certificate issuance and renewal.
  • Approval and Cancellation of Hire purchase agreement.
  • Issue learner's license and permanent driver’s license.
  • Driving license renewal.
  • Transfer of vehicle ownership.
  • Registration renewal.
  • Vehicle re-registration.
  • Issue of conductor's license.
  • Collecting motor vehicle tax.
  • Enforcement of motor vehicle acts 
  • Road safety measures
  • Pollution control measures
  • Issuing pollution control certificate.
  • Address change on vehicle documents.
  • Ensuring proper monitoring and management of air and noise pollution.
  • Issuance of duplicate driving licenses in the event of the loss of the original. 
  • Issuance of various vehicle permits.
  • Issue Vehicle Fitness Certificate. 
  • Renew Vehicle Fitness Certificate.
  • Collecting motor vehicle tax.

List of Goa RTO

Here is the current code list of Regional Transport Offices in Goa in detail:

District

Code

Bicholim

GA04

Dharbandora

GA11

Dharbandora

GA12

Goa

GA09

Margao

GA08

Panaji

GA01

Panaji

GA07

Vasco Da Gama

GA06

Canacona

GA10

Mapusa

GA03

Ponda

GA05

Margao

GA02

Goa Vehicle Registration with the RTO

Vehicle registration through RTOs in Goa involves the process of getting a unique registration number and certificate for the vehicle. Here are the process that must be followed for registering a new vehicle through the Regional Tranport Office in Goa:

  • Step 1: Visit any RTO and fill the Form 20.
  • Step 2: Submit all the required documents and the duly filled form 20 to the authorized executive.
  • Step 3: Pay the registration fee. 
  • Step 4: As a next step, the vehicle will be inspected by the authorities along with all the submitted documents. 
  • Step 5: If all the documents are found to be legally valid, the vehicle will be provided with a registration certificate and number. 

It is advisable to go through the official website https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/ to get more detailed information on the registration process.

Documents Required to Register a Vehicle in Goa Regional Transport Office

To register a new car in Goa, the vehicle must be delivered to the registering authorities for examination, along with the following documents:

  • Duly-filled Form 20.
  • Form 21 - This is a sale certificate that must be submitted by the individual selling the vehicle to the buyer.
  • An attested copy of Car Insurance.
  • Road tax is applicable.
  • Fee for registration, if applicable.
  • Certificate of vehicle fitness (if required).
  • Forms 60 and 61, as well as a PAN card (if required).
  • Applicant's address proof.
  • Form 34 - attested by the owner and the vehicle financer (if the car was financed).

Charges of Vehicle Registration in Goa

Vehicle Type

Registration Fees

Motorcycle used for hire (yellow/black)

Rs.150

Taxis up to four-seaters

Rs.370

Buses/mini buses with up to 18 seats

Rs.2,000

Motorcycles used for renting

Rs.1,200

Taxis up to five seaters

Rs.425

For every additional seat over 18 seats

Rs.110

How to Renew Vehicle Registration Certificate in Goa?

The registration certificate for a new vehicle is valid for 15 years, after which it must be renewed or re-registered with the registration authority. Vehicle registration can be renewed by bringing the vehicle to the registering authorities for examination. The car registration will be renewed after successful document verification and vehicle inspection.

The following documents need to be submitted by the applicant as part of the process:

  • Duly-filled Form 25.
  • Original Vehicle Registration Certificate.
  • Road tax receipts.
  • Certificate of insurance (attested copy).
  • Certificate of Pollution Control (PUC).
  • Registration fees.
  • Forms 60 and 61, well as a copy of your PAN card (if applicable).

How to Get a Driving License from Goa RTO?

An applicant can apply for a permanent driving license one month after acquiring a learner's license. Given below are the steps to apply for a driver's license in Goa:

  • Step 1: Go to the official portal of mparivahan Goa (https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/).
  • Step 2: Choose 'Goa' from the given options.
  • Step 3: After selecting 'Goa', click on the option 'Apply for Driving License.'
  • Step 4: Choose to continue and enter the required details.
  • Step 5: Fill out the application and upload the required documents.
  • Step 6: After uploading the essential documents, choose a slot for your driving test that will be held at the RTO.
  • Step 7: Choose a date and time and book your driving test appointment.

Documents Required to Apply for a Driving License in Goa

To apply for a driving license in Goa, the applicant must provide the following documents:

  • Form 4 - Driving license application form for a private vehicle.
  • Form 5 -  Driving license application form for commercial vehicles.
  • Three copies of passport-size pictures.
  • Age Proof: PAN Card, Voter ID, Aadhaar Card, etc.
  • Address Proof: Ration card, lease agreement, utility bill, etc
  • Valid ID Proof: PAN, Aadhaar, Passport.
  • License Application.
  • Medical Certificate.
  • Learner’s License.

Fees and Charges for Driving License in RTO Goa

The charges applicable on driving license application in Goa are listed in the table below:

Type of License

Fees

Learner’s License

Rs.150

Permanent Driving License 

Rs. 200

Renewal of Driving License

Rs. 200