RTO Rajasthan
The Transport Department of Rajasthan or RTO Rajasthan was established to carry forward the responsibilities laid down in the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The main objective of the department is to ensure efficient transportation services to the common people. Among the various responsibilities, registering the vehicles, issuing permits, issuing DLs etc. are to name a few. The department is headed by the Transport Commissioner to ensure the enforcement of the provisions of MV Act.
Functions of RTO Rajasthan
The main functions of RTO Rajasthan include:
- Registering various vehicles
- Renewal of registration certificate
- Issuing Driving License
- Issuing national permits
- Renewal of driving license
- Issuance of temporary permit
- Collection of road taxes
- Permits for goods carriage, institutes buses etc.
- Collection of border tax
- Implementation of safety measures
- Enforcement of pollution control measures
List of RTOs in Rajasthan
The state of Rajasthan has 45 RTOs actively functional in the dofferent cities. The details are as follows:
| RTO Name | RTO Code | RTO Name | RTO Code | RTO Name | RTO Code |
| RTO Ajmer | RJ 01 | RTO Jalore | RJ 16 | RTO Hanumangarh | RJ 31 |
| RTO Alwar | RJ 02 | RTO Jhalawar | RJ 17 | RTO Kotputli | RJ 32 |
| RTO Banswara | RJ 03 | RTO Jhunjhunu | RJ 18 | RTO Ramganjmandi | RJ 33 |
| RTO Barmer | RJ 04 | RTO Jodhpur | RJ 19 | RTO Karauli | RJ 34 |
| RTO Bharatpur | RJ 05 | RTO Kota | RJ 20 | RTO Pratapgarh | RJ 35 |
| RTO Bhilwara | RJ 06 | RTO Nagaur | RJ 21 | RTO Beawar | RJ 36 |
| RTO Bikaner | RJ 07 | RTO Pali | RJ 22 | RTO Didwana | RJ 37 |
| RTO Bundi | RJ 08 | RTO Sikar | RJ 23 | RTO Abu Road | RJ 38 |
| RTO Chittorgarh | RJ 09 | RTO Sirohi | RJ 24 | RTO Balotra | RJ 39 |
| RTO Churu | RJ10 | RTO Sawai Madhopur | RJ 25 | RTO Bhiwadi | RJ 40 |
| RTO Dholpur | RJ 11 | RTO Tonk | RJ 26 | RTO Chomu | RJ 41 |
| RTO Dungarpur | RJ 12 | RTO Udaipur | RJ 27 | RTO Kishangarh | RJ 42 |
| RTO Sriganganagar | RJ 13 | RTO Baran | RJ 28 | RTO Phalodi | RJ 43 |
| RTO Jaipur (South) | RJ 14 | RTO Dausa | RJ 29 | RTO Sujangarh | RJ 44 |
| RTO Jaisalmer | RJ 15 | RTO Rajsamand | RJ 30 | RTO Jaipur (North) | RJ 45 |
How to Register a Vehicle in Rajasthan?
RTO Rajasthan is responsible for registering every vehicle plying on the roads of Rajasthan. As per the provisions of Motor Vehicles Act 1988, every owner needs to register the vehicles by applying in Form no 20 and submitting to the concerned RTO.
Documents required for registration of Vehicles in Rajasthan
Vehicle registration application at the Rajasthan RTO has to be made along with the below documents:
- Form 20/registration application form
- Sales certificate in Form 21
- Form 22/Roadworthiness certificate
- Form 22 A in case the body of the vehicle is fabricated
- Vehicle invoice
- Valid vehicle insurance document
- PAN card details of the owner
- Applicable application fee
- Applicable tax
- Customs bill in case of imported vehicles
- ID proof of the applicant
- Form 34, in case of loan hypothecation
- 2 passport size photographs
On receiving the above documents and verifying them, the Registering Authority will allot a registration number. An inspection of the vehicle is also done. The registration card is sent to the registered address of the vehicle owner.
Renewal of Registration Certificate in Rajasthan
In order to renew an RC, the application has to approach the nearest RTO office and shall make an application. The relevant application form can be downloaded online as well from the official website of RTO Rajasthan. A proper vehicle inspection will be done by the Registering Authority and finally, the registration number will be renewed. The application form should accompany with the below documents:
- Form 25
- C.Book
- Pollution Under Control Certificate.
- Aadhaar Card
How to Re-register a Vehicle from Other State in Rajasthan?
In order to ensure a safe ride, one has to carry a valid RC. So, if it is lost the owner can apply for a duplicate one. The process requires to apply in Form no 26 and submit along with the below documents:
- Police FIR in case of loss
- Aadhaar Card
- Attested copy of the valid insurance policy
- Attested copy of pollution under control certificate
- Attested copy of address proof
- Receipt of tax clearance
- Attested copy of PAN Card or Form 60 & 61(as applicable)
Process of Change in Address in RC
If a vehicle owner wishes to update a new address in the RC Book the same has to be done by directly applying in the Form no 33 and submitting to the RTO Rajasthan. The following documents are required to be submitted along with the application form:
- Form 33
- Registration Certificate
- Proof of address of the vehicle owner
- Applicable fee for change of address
How to Avail Vehicle Insurance in Rajasthan?
Vehicle insurance in Rajasthan can be easily available either online or offline. Bear in mind that, having third party vehicle insurance is mandatory as per the rules of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Third party insurance covers the insured against any liability arising for property damage, injury or death to a third party due to an accident. The insurance providers in Rajasthan also provide comprehensive insurance which provides coverage for own damage as well. Moreover, there are add-on covers opting for which one can boost the basic insurance cover.