RTO Karnataka

The Karnataka RTO holds a crucial position in the state for various reasons.

• It plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, regulation, and effective functioning of the Karnataka transport department.
• It serves as the regulating authority to enforce traffic regulations, maintain records, manage transportation infrastructure, and maintain road safety.
• It regulates the issuance of vehicle licences and permits.

Karnataka has 67 RTO/ARTO offices operating in the state. Karnataka RTO codes and locations are shown in the table below:

Following are the major services provided to the citizens of Karnataka by the respective RTO. Note, more information about these services can be availed from the Karnataka RTO website at https://transport.karnataka.gov.in -

• Motor vehicle registration
• New vehicle registration with hB-register extract
• Trade certificate renewal
• Trade certificate issue
• Address change on vehicle documents
• Ownership transfers
• Re-registration of vehicles
• RC book cancellations
• Renewal of registration certificate of a non-transport vehicle
• Vehicle fitness certificate issue
• Vehicle fitness certificate renewal
• Noting and terminating hypothecation
• Surrender of vehicle records
• Release of vehicle records
• Alteration in records
• Fresh registration certificates of motor vehicles
• Issue of clearance and no-objection
• Duplicate registration certificate
• Refund of the lifetime tax
• Issue of Driver's license
• Issue of conductor's license
• Collecting motor vehicle tax
• Enforcement of motor vehicle acts 
• Road safety measures
• Pollution control measures

Among the various services and functions performed, the most crucial aspects that stand out are the vehicle registration process and availing a driver’s license. These two services are explained in detail below.

Vehicle registration with the RTO of Karnataka means legally documenting and officially recognizing a motor vehicle under the Karnataka Jurisdiction. It involves the process of getting a unique registration number and getting a registration certificate for the vehicle.

Process of Vehicle Registration

In order to register a vehicle, visit the nearest RTO. Connect to an executive and avail of the required forms for vehicle registration. Fill out the forms and attest them with the required documents. Submit the completely filled forms with the required fees to complete the vehicle registration procedure.

Visit https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/ for more information.

Documents Required for Vehicle Registration

The below-mentioned documents are mandatory for registration with the RTO:

• Passport-size photos of the vehicle.
• Form 20: It is an application filed by the owner for the first time the vehicle is registered. A duplicate copy of Form 20 signed by the financier is also necessary if the vehicle is under a hire/hypothecation/lease agreement.
• CMVR Form 21: This sale certificate must be completed by the individual selling the vehicle to the buyer.
• Form 22 of the CMVR: This is a form that includes the applicant's statement of conformity with environmental and safety regulations, as well as roadworthiness.
• CMVR Form 22-A: Form 22-A of the CMVR is the same as Form 22, but it is only valid if the vehicle's body is built independently.
• Insurance of the vehicle
• Applicant's address proof
• If the applicant temporarily registers the car prior to registration, he or she must present the registration certificate. Also, if the dealer has issued a trade certificate, it must be presented.
• If you are NRI, you need to provide your residence in the country.
• You need to provide the permit for proceedings.
• If it's an imported vehicle, the clearance certificate must be provided.
• If the applicant is an agriculturist, Form 60 or Form 61 must be submitted.
• If the vehicle is a tractor, a Tehsildar certificate must be submitted.
• If the vehicle is a caravan, a document stating the Commissioner of Transport's approval of the design must be submitted.

Fees for Registration

Registration fees need to be paid in person at the RTO counter. The following fees are payable when registering a vehicle:

These fees would have to be paid by the applicant, and a fitness certificate needs to be provided if it is applicable.

The Regional Transport Office of Karnataka issues the driving license to the applicants. It authorizes them to legally drive a motor vehicle on public roads and proves that they have undergone the required training to drive responsibly.

Procedure to Get a Driving Licence in Karnataka

Follow these steps to apply for a driver's license with the Karnataka Regional Transport Office:

• Step 1: Visit the official portal (https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/)
• Step 2: Choose 'Karnataka' from the given options.
• Step 3: Once you have selected Karnataka, you would have to click on the option 'Apply for Driving License.'
• Step 4: Choose to continue and enter the needed details.
• Step 5: Fill out the application and upload the required documents (which have been listed below.)
• Step 6: After you have uploaded your documents, you will have to 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 Driver's License

To get a driving license in Karnataka, the candidate needs to submit the following documents to the RTO Office-

• Passport-size photos
• Vehicle documents if you own a vehicle
• Age Proof: SSLC, PAN, Voters, Aadhaar, and more
• Address Proof: Ration card, lease agreement, utility bill, etc
• Valid ID Proof: Photo with signature, PAN, Aadhaar, or Passport
• License Application

Fees for License Application