Form 22E

What is Form 22E?

Form 22E is an application submitted by the vehicle owner to the Regional Transport Office (RTO) to record vehicle adaptations in the vehicle RC. Usually, these adaptations include modifications such as altered controls or specialised equipment to assist drivers with disabilities. This form also helps in ensuring that such changes are in compliance with the prescribed road safety regulations.

Who Issues Form 22E?

Form 22E is divided into two parts, i.e. Part I and Part II, which are issued in the following manner:

• Part I of the form is to be filled out and submitted to the RTO by the motor vehicle owners.
• Part II must be filled in by the registering authority. The RTO verifies the details mentioned in the form before endorsing the adaptation in the vehicle registration certificate (RC).

Difference Between Form 22E and Form 22F

The table below highlights the key differences between Form 22E and Form 22F:

In simple terms, Form 22E requests an endorsement for vehicle adaptation, while Form 22F certifies that the modification complies with the government regulations.

What Details are Included in Form 22E?

A few details that are included in Part I of Form 22E are as follows:

• All vehicle and owner details, like vehicle make and model, registration number, engine number, chassis number, name, address, mobile number, details of disability, and signature of the owner.
• Adaptation details such as the nature of adaptation (body structure, fuel source, chassis replacement, etc.) and brief details of adaptation.
• Compliance details of the adaptation, including the company that carried out the adaptation and any supporting documents or forms, such as Form 22G, if applicable.

Part II of the form is filled out and signed by the registering authority after verifying all the details included in Part I.

How to Download Form 22E?

Here are the steps to download a copy of the Form 22E from Parivahan Sewa:

• Step 1: Visit the official Parivahan Sewa website.
• Step 2: Go to the 'Informational Services' tab. Click on the 'Downloadable Forms' option from the drop-down menu.
• Step 3: Tap on the 'Form 22E' link from the list of forms displayed on the screen.

How to Fill Form 22E?

Listed below are the steps to fill out Form 22E correctly:

• Mention specifics of the motor vehicle, such as its make and model, registration number, engine number, chassis number, etc.
• Give specific details of the vehicle adaptation, including the type of adaptation, changes made to the body structure, fuel type, chassis, and so on.
• Fill in the details of the disabled vehicle user, such as name, address, mobile number, and details regarding the disability.
• Mention details of the company that carried out the adaptation.
• In some cases, you may need to attach supporting documents such as Form 22G.
• Place, date, name, and signature of the authorised person.

Why is Form 22E Important?

Check out the pointers below to understand the importance of Form 22E:

• Documents Vehicle Adaptations: With Form 22E, the authorities can document vehicle adaptations for disabled drivers and maintain accurate records.
• Supports Accessible Transportation: This form helps drivers with disabilities legally operate adapted vehicles, giving them more accessibility.
• Ensures Legal Compliance: Vehicle owners must fill in the required details and submit the form to the RTO to receive an endorsement for the required vehicle adaptations. The RTO will verify the details and endorse the modifications. This helps to ensure legal compliance and prevents unauthorised vehicle modifications.

Common Reasons for Rejection of Form 22E

In some scenarios, the RTO may reject Form 22E. Here are some common reasons why it may happen:

• Incomplete Details: If necessary information about the vehicle owner, such as their mobile number or any details regarding their disability are incorrect or missing in the form.
• Missing Adaptation Details: If the details of the vehicle adaptation or modification are missing in the form.
• Illegal Modifications: If the desired modifications are not in compliance with the regulations of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
• Missing Signature: If the vehicle owner's signature is missing on the form, it will be rejected by the RTO.