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RTO Gwalior

The Gwalior Regional Transport Office or RTO Gwalior was formed under the provisions of Motor Vehicles Act. It ensures the enforcement of the provisions of Motor Vehicles Act 1988, in Gwalior. The Gwalior Transport Department performs the responsibilities of registering the vehicles, issuance of driving licenses and national permits for commercial vehicles, collection of tax and enforcement of road safety measures.

Functions of RTO Gwalior

The major functions of RTO Gwalior include:

Temporary and permanent registration of vehicles
Issuance of learner’s and permanent DLs
Renewal of registration card
Issuance of duplicate RC
Transfer of RC
Updating new address in RC
Renewal of DL
Issuance of national permits to the stage carriage
Collection of road tax and other penalties
Implementation of safety measures and pollution control measures
Issuance of fitness certificate

RTO Gwalior Code and Address

RTO Gwalior is one of the functional RTOs of Uttar Pradesh Transport Department. The details of the RTO is as follows:

RTO Code	RTO Name	RTO Address	RTO Contact Details
MP-07	RTO Gwalior	Padav, Gwalior	0751-2321073

Types of Registration in Gwalior

Like other cities, Gwalior has two types of registration Temporary and Permanent Registration. When temporary registration is valid for a limited period, permanent registration is valid for 15 years and needs to be renewed for another 5 years and so on. In case of temporary registration, the vehicle owner can avail it through the dealer at the time of purchasing a vehicle. However, he/she must apply for a permanent RC before the temporary one expires.

On the other hand, in order to avoid penalties, a newly bought vehicle has to be registered with concerned RTO without any fail. The process requires to fill an application and submit directly to the concerned RTO. A vehicle inspection is done by the RTO Officer and lastly, the RC number is allotted to the owner. The registration number can be availed as a Smart Card and it is sent to the registered address of the owner.

How to Register a Vehicle with RTO Gwalior?

The process of registering a vehicle with RTO Gwalior is easy. It simply requires filling an application form and submitting to the RTO office along with the relevant documents. One can avail fancy number as well, however, with an additional cost of course.

Documents Required for Temporary Registration in Jabalpur

In order to avail a temporary registration, one will need the below documents:

Form no. 20
Form no. 21/Sales Certificate from the dealer
Form no. 22/Roadworthiness certificate from the manufacturer
Form no. 22A if the vehicle is not body build
Valid vehicle insurance certificate
Address proof of the owner (ration card, electricity bill etc.)
Design approval copy of STA in case of trailer or semi-trailer vehicle
Original Sales Certificate from the concerned authorities in Form 21 in case of an ex-army vehicle
PUC (Pollution Under Control) Certificate
Customs clearance certificate in case of an imported vehicle
Applicable fee as per the Rule no. 81 of Motor Vehicles Act
Applicable tax as per MP Motor Vehicles Taxation Act

Documents Required for Permanent Registration in Gwalior

To avail a permanent registration certificate, the vehicle owner needs to furnish the below documents:

Form no. 20
Form no. 21/Sales Certificate from the dealer
Form no. 22/Roadworthiness certificate from the manufacturer
Form no. 22A if the vehicle is fabricated
Valid vehicle insurance certificate
Address proof of the owner (ration card, electricity bill etc.)
Design approval copy of STA in case of trailar or semi-trailar vehicles
Original Sales Certificate in Form 21 in case of an ex-army vehicle
PUC (Pollution under Control) Certificate
In case of an imported vehicle, customs bill is required
Applicable fee as per the Rule no. 81 of CMV 1989
Applicable tax as per MP Motor Vehicles Taxation Act

Validity of Registration Card

Registration Certificate (RC) is valid throughout India
Certificate of Registration (RC) is valid for 15 years for Non-Transport vehicles
Certificate of Registration (RC) is valid for 2 years for commercial vehicles
When the RC expires, the commercial vehicles have to obtain the fitness certificate every year form the concerned RTO
Driving License (DL) issued for transport vehicle will be valid for three years

How to Renew RC in Gwalior?

A vehicle RC is valid for not more than 15 years from the first registration. It means, to avoid penalties one has to renew the RC before it expires. When in Gwalior, a vehicle can’t be driven without a valid RC, so timely renewal of RC is essential. The application process can be done with RTO Gwalior, by filling Form no 25 and submit along with the below documents:

Vehicle Registration Certificate in original
Pollution under Control (PUC) Certificate
Insurance document of the vehicle

How to Issue a Duplicate Registration Certificate in Gwalior?

Issuing a duplicate RC is essential when someone has lost the original one. As one can afford driving without an RC, it is important to apply for a duplicate RC without fail to avoid penalties on roads. An application shall be made in Form 26 and submit along with the supporting documents

The documents to be submitted are:

Police FIR Copy (if the RC is lost)
Original Registration Certificate (In case of damage)

What is the Process for Transfer of Vehicle Ownership in Gwalior?

Transfer of vehicle ownership is essential if a vehicle is sold or purchased from another state. It requires filling an application form and submitting to the RTO Gwalior:

Form no. 29/Application Form
Form no. 30/Signed by the financier in case of loan hypothecation
Vehicle Registration Certificate
Insurance document of the vehicle
NOC from the concerned RTO of the other state with whom the vehicle was registered
Pollution under Control Certificate (PUC)
Age and address proof of the vehicle owner
An affidavit from the buyer and seller stating about the purchase

How to Get Vehicle Insurance in Gwalior?

It is illegal to drive a vehicle without a valid insurance. The Motor Vehicles Act 1988 has made it mandatory to insured every vehicle plying on the roads in India. By saying that, Gwalior traffic laws binds a vehicle to be registered and insured before it hits the roads. Buying insurance in Gwalior can be easy. When it comes to motor insurance, there are two types of insurance-Third Party Insurance and comprehensive Insurance. While third party insurance is mandatory and covers the insured for third party liability arising out of an accident, the comprehensive insurance is optional and covers own damage along with third party liability. It is understood that comprehensive insurance is extensive in nature, hence, the premiums are at the higher side. However, one can compare the plans before buying. There are aggregator websites which offer the option of comparing various plans, where one can calculate the premium, check the CSR of a company, coverage etc. this way one can make an informed decision and can land on the right insurance plan.

Gwalior RTO FAQ's

Is it possible to avail unique number plates?

Yes, you can avail unique number plates. RTOs of every state sell these numbers to those who wish to have a unique number plate and stand out. Particular auctions are held in this regard for the numbers that are in great demand. The bidding price also can go higher, somewhere in lakhs. Apart from the regular numbers, the numbers below the series 100 are reserved for the government-owned vehicles and quite difficult to get.

What is the importance of various colours in a vehicle number plate?

The different colours signify:

White: if the number plate is white in colour with black font, it is a private vehicle and can’t be used for commercial needs.
Black: the vehicle with a black number plate and yellow font are the commercial vehicles that are rented to someone else. No permit is required as the owner is private in this case.
Yellow: Number plate with yellow colour and black font are commercial vehicles like a taxi, truck, good carrying vehicles or passenger carrying vehicles. The drivers need permits to ply them.
Blue: Number plate in blue with white font are the vehicles using by the foreign delegates. The number includes country code instead of state code.
Red: Number plate with red colour is used by the President of India or other government personnel.
Upward Arrow: vehicles used by military forces. It is a bit different from the others as they use the broad arrow as a prefix with the year of manufacturing, instead of the state code.

What is the requirement of availing duplicate RC?

To avail a duplicate RC in case you lose the original one, you’ll have to approach the nearest RO and file an application in Form 26 and submit along with the supporting documents. You will have to pay the application fee as well.

What are the documents required to transfer the vehicle ownership in Gandhinagar?

The documents required for ensuring transfer of ownership in Gandhinagar include:

Application in the From no 29 and 30 along with the chassis print with pencil

Form 31 in case of transfer of ownership through inheritance
In case the vehicle is bought in the auction, Form 32 is required
Original registration certificate
Pollution under Control Certificate
Identity proof of the owner
Address proof
Application fee of 30 is payable in case of two-wheelers and Rs. 100 for four-wheelers.

How to initiate a change in address?

To initiate a change in the address you should make an application in Form 33 and submit along with the original registration certificate, pollution under control certificate. A fee of Rs. 150 is to be paid towards making the changes. A vehicle inspection will be done and required changes will be done within 14 working days.

Can I register a vehicle that is not in my name?

No, you can’t. A vehicle that is titled in your name can be registered.