Form 61- Form of Preliminary Registration Certificate Issued to an Automated Testing Station

What is Form 61?

Form 61 is a Preliminary Registration Certificate issued by the registering authority to individuals or organisations who want to establish an Automated Testing Station (ATS). This certificate grants permission to initiate the setup of the testing facility at a specified location.

The main purpose of Form 61 is to ensure that only approved entities begin the process of setting up testing stations that will later handle the issue and renewal of vehicle fitness certificates for both transport and non-transport vehicles.

Who Issues Form 61?

Form 61 is issued by the Registering Authority under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The RTOis responsible for reviewing your application and granting the preliminary registration certificate if all the required conditions are met. Once the authority is satisfied that the applicant meets the basic requirements for establishing an Automated Testing Station (ATS), it issues Form 61 to allow the process to proceed.

What Details Are Included in Form 61?

The following are the details included in RTO Form 61:

• Preliminary Registration Certificate number assigned to the document
• Date on which the certificate is issued
• Name and full address of the applicant
• Complete address of the premises where the Automated Testing Station will be set up
• Validity period of the certificate (from and to dates)
• Date of signing the certificate
• Signature and official seal of the Registering Authority

How to Download the Format of Form 61?

To download the format of Form 61, go through the steps below:

• Step 1: Visit the official website of Parivahan Sewa.
• Step 2: Click on the 'Informational Services' tab at the top.
• Step 3: Select the 'Downloadable Forms' option from the drop-down menu.
• Step 4: On the 'Forms' page, locate and click on the 'Form 61' link to download its format.

How to Apply for Form 61?

Refer to the step-by-step guide below to apply for a Preliminary Registration Certificate for an Automated Testing Station (ATS):

• Step 1: Go to the Parivahan Sewa portal and download Form 63 from the 'Downloadable Forms' page under the 'Informational Services' tab. Form 63 is the application form for the grant of a preliminary registration certificate for an automated testing station.
• Step 2: Fill the application form accurately and submit it to the concerned RTO along with supporting documents.
• Step 3: The RTO will verify the submitted documents and details provided in the form. On approval, the registering authority will issue the Preliminary Registration Certificate for ATS in Form 61.

Validity of Form 61

Form 61 is issued with a specific validity period, as clearly stated in the certificate itself. It includes both a start date and an end date, and the approval remains valid only for that duration.

Importance of Form 61

Check out the pointers below to understand the importance of Form 61:

• Legal Approval to Initiate the Process: Form 61 provides official authorisation from the authorities to establish an Automated Testing Station (ATS), ensuring the process is lawful from the start.
• Ensures Only Eligible Applicants Proceed: It helps filter applicants by allowing only those who meet the required criteria to move forward with establishing the testing station.
• Maintains Standardisation and Quality: By granting approval at an early stage, Form 61 ensures that the proposed testing station adheres to government norms and maintains proper quality standards.
• Promotes Compliance with Rules and Regulations: Form 61 ensures that the testing station is set up in accordance with the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, from the outset.

Common Reasons for Non-Issuance of Form 61

Listed below are the common reasons that can lead to the non-issuance of Form 61 by the RTO:

• Incomplete or incorrect details in the application form (Form 63)
• Failure to meet the eligibility criteria set by the authorities
• Unsuitable or non-compliant location for setting up the testing station
• Lack of required documents or supporting approvals
• Any mismatch or discrepancy in the information provided