Form 59A - Pollution Under Control Rejection Slip

What is Form 59A?

RTO Form 59A is the Pollution Under Control Rejection Slip, indicating that the tested motor vehicle does not comply with the PUC requirements. It is issued under Rule 115(2) of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, when the vehicle fails to meet the government-laid emission standards. The form contains the vehicle-related details and even the reason for PUCC rejection, such as a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) warning or excessive emission levels. Upon receiving Form 59A, vehicle owners must have their vehicle repaired or serviced and present it again for inspection to obtain a valid PUC Certificate.

Who Issues Form 59A?

Authorised pollution under control testing centres issue Form 59A under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. This form is typically issued after an inspection or emission test, confirming that the vehicle is not compliant with environmental standards and may require repair, maintenance, or further action to meet the required norms. You can easily download or view a sample of Form 59A from the Parivahan Sewa website.

What Details Are Included in Form 59A?

Form 59A includes the following details:

• Authorising authority
• Date and time of issuance
• Validity period
• Certificate serial number
• Vehicle registration number
• Date of vehicle registration
• Manufacturing month and year
• Mobile number (only last four digits shown)
• Emission norms applicable to the vehicle
• Fuel type of the vehicle
• PUC code details
• GSTIN of the PUC centre
• Fees charged
• Reason for rejection (MIL “ON” or emission values exceeding limits)
• Authorised signature and stamp of the PUC operator
• Vehicle photo with visible registration plate

How to Download Form 59A?

You can easily download the format of Form 59A by following the steps below:

• Step 1: Visit the official Parivahan Sewa website.
• Step 2: Go to the 'Informational Services' tab in the navigation bar.
• Step 3: From the drop-down menu, click on the 'Downloadable Forms' option.
• Step 4: Select 'Form 59A' link to download its format.

Validity of Form 59A

A PUCC Rejection Slip, or Form 59A, is issued with a short and limited validity period to give the vehicle owner time to fix the problem. It allows the vehicle to be taken to a workshop for necessary repairs or adjustments after it fails the emission test. During this period, the owner is expected to get the vehicle serviced and bring it back for a re-inspection so it can meet the required pollution norms.

Importance of Form 59A

Take a look at the pointers below to understand the significance of Form 59A:

• Proof of Non-Compliance: Form 59A confirms that the vehicle failed the emission test and is not in compliance with the prescribed pollution norms.
• Encourages Timely Repairs: Since the rejection slip has a validity period, it creates a sense of urgency. It prompts the vehicle owner to quickly get the vehicle checked, repaired, or serviced to address the emission problems.
• Helps Control Pollution: Since the form identifies vehicles that exceed prescribed pollution limits, it helps reduce harmful emissions on the road. This contributes to better air quality and environmental protection.
• Avoids Penalties: Driving without a valid PUC certificate is a violation and may lead to fines or legal consequences. Acting on the rejection slip and getting the vehicle retested on time helps avoid such penalties.

Common Reasons for Issuance of Form 59A

The common reasons for issuance of the PUC Rejection Slip or Form 59A include the following:

• The vehicle emits smoke levels higher than the prescribed limits during a pollution test.
• The engine is not properly tuned, leading to increased emissions.
• Use of poor-quality or adulterated fuel, which results in higher pollution output.
• Poor maintenance of the vehicle, including irregular servicing or delayed oil changes.
• Visible smoke emission (black, white, or blue smoke) observed during inspection.
• Temporary mechanical issues were detected during testing that can be fixed with minor repairs.