RTO Punjab

The table below includes the different RTO offices in Punjab along with the PB RTO code list:

The major functions of Regional Transport Office, Punjab are as follows:

• Vehicle registration and issuance of registration certificates.
• Collection of road taxes and issuance of tax receipts.
• Conducting driving tests and issuance of driving licenses.
• Monitoring and enforcing traffic rules and regulations.
• Implementing road safety initiatives and awareness campaigns.
• Inspecting and regulating commercial vehicles for compliance.
• Managing and controlling vehicle pollution through emission testing.
• Registration and regulation of transport vehicles and permits.
• Handling various administrative and legal aspects related to transportation.

Here are some of the common services offered by Punjab RTOs:

• Vehicle Registration: RTOs in Punjab facilitate the registration of new and used vehicles. This process involves issuing registration certificates and number plates for private and commercial vehicles.
• Driving License: RTOs conduct tests and issue driving licenses to individuals after they pass the necessary exams and fulfill the requirements.
• Learner's License: Punjab RTOs issue learner's licenses that allow individuals to practice driving under certain restrictions before obtaining a full-fledged driving license.
• Vehicle Fitness Certificate: It also conducts vehicle fitness inspections to ensure that vehicles on the road meet the required safety and emission standards. A fitness certificate is necessary for commercial vehicles.
• Transfer of Ownership: RTOs handle the transfer of vehicle ownership when a vehicle is sold or transferred to another individual or entity.
• Hypothecation Removal: After the loan is fully paid, it facilitates the process of removing hypothecation (the lender's ownership claim on a financed vehicle) from the vehicle's registration certificate.
• Temporary Registration: RTOs issue temporary registration certificates for new vehicles, allowing them to be driven legally until the permanent registration process is completed.
• International Driving Permit: RTOs may issue International Driving Permits (IDPs) for individuals who wish to drive in foreign countries.
• Issuing Trade Certificates: RTOs issue trade certificates to dealers and manufacturers to operate vehicles without registration for testing, demonstration, or exhibition purposes.
• NOC (No Objection Certificate): RTOs provide NOCs for transferring vehicles to another state or re-registering a vehicle in a different RTO jurisdiction.
• Conductor's License: RTOs issue conductor licenses for individuals working on public transport vehicles like buses.
• Issuing Permits: RTOs may issue permits for commercial vehicles, such as goods carriage permits, or passenger vehicle permits.

Given below are the step-by-step instructions to register your vehicle under the Punjab Regional Transport Office:

• Go to the official website of the Punjab Transport Department or Parivahan Seva Portal (http://www.punjabtransport.org/).
• Download the Vehicle Registration Form or Form 20. 
• Take a printout of the form and enter all the details. Submit the application form along with the required documents to the Punjab RTO office.
• After this, the vehicle will be inspected by the RTo officials.  They will check the vehicle's chassis number, engine number, pollution compliance, and other aspects to ensure it meets the required standards.
• After successful inspection, the applicant will need to pay the registration fees, road tax, and any other applicable charges. The fees vary based on the vehicle's type and purchasing cost.
• After completing all the formalities and verifications, the RTO will issue a Registration Certificate (RC) for your vehicle. This document serves as proof of registration and ownership.

Given below are the essential documents that are needed for vehicle registration in Punjab:

• Form 20 (duly filled and signed)
• Sales certificate (Form 21) from the vehicle dealer
• Roadworthiness certificate (Form 22) from the vehicle manufacturer
• Valid vehicle insurance papers
• Address proof (Aadhar card, passport, utility bills, etc.)
• Identity proof (Aadhar card, voter ID, passport, etc.)
• Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate
• Customs clearance certificate (in case of imported vehicles)

The table below includes the vehicle registration charges applicable on RTO Punjab:

The above charges can change and may not include additional fees or taxes that might apply during registration. One must check with the RTO or visit their official website (http://www.punjabtransport.org/) for the updated registration charges.

The following steps are required:

Step 1: The present owner of the car must file an application with the Punjab Transport Department to change ownership.

Step 2: The completed application, along with the appropriate documentation, must be sent to the Transport Department.

Step 3: After receiving the application and supporting documentation, the Transport Department will issue a new registration certificate that has the name of the new owner.

Step 4: The new owner must then pay the associated fees and taxes, as well as submit the necessary papers to the Punjab RTO (Regional Transport Office).

The ways to verify the RC Vahan application status in Punjab:

Step 1: Navigate to the official website portal of Parivahan (http://www.punjabtransport.org/).

Step 2: Select Vehicle-Related Services from the Online Services menu.

Step 3: Select "Punjab" from the "Select State" drop-down menu.

Step 4: Choose your RTO for vehicle registration and then click Proceed.

Step 5: On this page, you must select the Status tab. This would present you with a set of alternatives, one of which must be Knowing your application status.

Step 6: Enter your application number and choose the "Submit" button.

Step 7: Your vehicle ownership transfer status and other information will be displayed on your screen.

If you choose to sell the vehicle in Punjab, you must complete the following paperwork:

• Forms 28 and 29 - Notice of Transfer of Ownership of a Motor Vehicle, both duly completed. The Punjab Regional Transport Office (RTO), where the car is registered, can provide you with this paperwork.
• If applicable, the original emission certificate.
• Forms 31 and 32 - Application for Motor Vehicle Registration - fully completed. This form is also available at the RTO where the vehicle is registered.
• The vehicle's original Certificate of Registration (RC) book.
• A valid automobile insurance certificate.
• A current pollution control certificate for the vehicle.