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Form 20B – Application for Extension of Temporary Registration
Form 20B is an RTO form used to apply for an extension of a vehicle's temporary registration in India. As per the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, vehicle owners must apply for this extension if they cannot finish their vehicle's permanent registration process within the specified timeframe. Read on to know more about the same below.
What is Form 20B?
Form 20B is an official application used to request an extension of a vehicle's temporary registration. You must submit the form to the concerned Regional Transport Office (RTO) along with supporting documents. After reviewing the application, the RTO will approve the request to extend the vehicle's temporary registration validity. You can also initiate the request for extension through the Parivahan Sewa website.
Who Issues Form 20B?
Form 20B is issued and managed by the RTO in India, which operates under the authority of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). In fact, the RTO is also responsible for providing the extended temporary registration certificate once the application is approved.
Who Needs to Submit Form 20B?
Form 20B is typically required by the following types of vehicle owners:
New vehicle owners who have not completed their vehicle's permanent registration process and do not yet have a registration certificate (RC).
Vehicle owners whose RTO appointment for permanent registration is scheduled after the temporary registration expiry.
Vehicle owners who want to avoid penalties or legal issues for using a vehicle with an expired temporary registration.
Companies acquiring fleet vehicles that need extra processing time.
What is the Difference between Form 20 and Form 20B?
Take a quick look at this table to know the difference between Form 20 and Form 20B:
| Basis of Comparison | Form 20 | Form 20B |
| Purpose | Application for vehicle registration | Application for extension of temporary registration |
| Filed By | Vehicle owner or dealer | Vehicle owner |
| Function | Initiates the process to obtain a permanent registration number for the vehicle. | Requests additional time to legally use the vehicle before permanent registration is completed. |
| Requirement | Mandatory for all new vehicles. | Only required if the temporary registration is about to expire. |
In simple terms, Form 20 starts the permanent registration process, while Form 20B allows the owner to legally extend temporary registration if the permanent registration process is delayed.
What Details are Included in Form 20B?
A few details that are included in Form 20B are listed below:
Temporary registration mark of the vehicle
Owner's name
Date of grant of temporary registration
Initial validity period of the temporary registration
Period of extension sought (dates)
Reason for extension
Fee details
Signature of the applicant
Date of application
How to Fill Form 20B?
Vehicle owners must fill out Form 20B carefully before submitting it to the RTO. Here's how you can do it:
Step 1: Download Form 20B from the Parivahan portal or the local RTO office.
Step 2: Start filling the form by providing the temporary registration number.
Step 3: Fill in the owner's name and the date when the temporary registration was granted.
Step 4: Mention the initial validity period of your temporary registration and the period of extension sought (dates).
Step 5: State the purpose for seeking an extension of temporary registration.
Step 6: Provide the details of the fee paid.
Step 7: Sign the form, attach the necessary documents, and send the application to the RTO for validation and authorisation.
Step 8: The RTO will grant the extension after verifying the Form 20B.
Documents Required for Form 20B
You need to attach these documents to your Form 20B to get an extension on the validity of your vehicle's temporary registration:
Sales certificate (Form 21)
Roadworthiness certificate (Form 22)
Valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate
Valid vehicle insurance certificate
Address proof of the vehicle owner
Validity of Form 20B
Form 20B itself does not have a fixed validity period. This form is used to get an extension of the temporary registration validity, which is usually granted for up to one month. If the owner cannot complete permanent registration within this period, Form 20B can be used to apply for an extension. The duration of the extension is decided by the RTO based on the reason provided and supporting documents.
Importance of Form 20B
Here's how Form 20B plays an important role in the vehicle registration process:
Allows vehicle owners to legally extend the validity of their temporary registration until the permanent registration process is completed.
Helps owners avoid legal consequences or fines for driving a vehicle with an expired temporary registration.
Helps vehicle owners to complete the registration process without any legal issues.
Enables RTO authorities to track vehicle records properly.
Ensures compliance with vehicle registration rules under the regulations of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
In short, using Form 20B ensures that the vehicle remains legally recognised while the permanent registration process is still pending.
Common Reasons for Rejection of Form 20B
The RTO may reject your request for extending the validity of your vehicle's temporary registration for these reasons:
If you have mentioned the wrong temporary registration number in the form.
There is a mismatch in vehicle details, such as the engine number or chassis number.
The applicant's signature is missing on the form.
No clear explanation is provided for requesting the extension.
The required supporting documents are not attached to the form.
Frequently asked question
Yes, in many states, the request for a temporary registration extension can be initiated online through the Parivahan Sewa portal.
The vehicle owner or authorised representative can submit Form 20B to the RTO requesting an extension of temporary registration.
No, if you drive a vehicle with expired temporary registration, you could be levied traffic penalties. To drive your vehicle legally on the road, you must apply for the extension of the temporary RC using Form 20B.
You should submit Form 20B before your temporary registration expires to avoid penalties or legal troubles.
It is recommended to submit Form 20B before expiry, but some RTOs may accept late applications with valid justification.
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