RTO Kerala
Regional Transport Office or RTO Kerala is a government organisation that facilitates the issuance of registration certificates (RC) and driving licenses to vehicles plying in Kerala. Find RTO Kerala details and office address by simply entering your car number.
List of Kerala RTO Code
Kerala has more than 87 RTOs that carry out various transport-related activities across the state. Check out the Policybazaar Kerala RTO guide to find the respective KL RTO codes below:
| RTO City | RTO Code |
| RTO Thiruvananthapuram | KL01, KL15, KL19, KL90 |
| RTO Kollam | KL02 |
| RTO Pathanamthitta | KL03 |
| RTO Alappuzha | KL04 |
| RTO Kottayam | KL05 |
| RTO Idukki | KL06 |
RTO Offices by State
Find your nearest Regional Transport Office (RTO) — all 28 states and union territories covered.
Top States 5 states
Other States/UTs 29 states
RTO Offices by Major Cities
Find the nearest Regional Transport Office (RTO) in your respective cities.
Top Cities 8 cities
Other Cities 16 cities
Kerala RTO Services
Here are the common services that a Kerala RTO provides:
| Category | Services Available at Kerala RTOs |
| Licence Requirements | Learner's Licence, Driving Licence, renewal, duplicate licence, address/name changes and other licence-related services |
| Vehicle Registration & RC | New vehicle registration, temporary registration, duplicate RC, renewal, ownership transfer and NOC |
| Legal Compliance | Road tax, fee payment, fitness certificates, PUC certificate, etc |
| Commercial Vehicle-Related | Commercial vehicle state/trade/national permits, permit renewal, transfer, duplicate permits and other transport vehicle services |
| Vehicle Record Changes | Hypothecation-related updates, permitted vehicle alterations, address changes in DL/RC, ownership transfer, etc |
| Other RTO Facilities | Fancy numbers, vehicle inspection, vehicle scrapping, and more |
Parivahan Sewa Online RTO Services in Kerala
You can access several RTO services online on Parivahan Sewa. Some of the most common Kerala RTO services available online are mentioned below:
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Driving Licence Services
Access learner's licence and driving licence services, including renewal, duplicate DL, fee payment, slot booking for test, etc.
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RC & Registration Services
Apply for a registration certificate and access services such as duplicate RC, ownership transfer, etc.
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Vehicle Tax Services
You can pay your motor vehicle tax and other RTO-related payments through Parivahan Sewa.
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Fitness & Permit Services
Access vehicle fitness certificate, inspection and permit-related services for commercial vehicles.
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Online Vehicle Services
Check Kerala vehicle owner details, application status and other available RTO services through the Parivahan Sewa portal.
KL Vehicle Registration Number Format
A vehicle registered in Kerala is assigned a registration number containing the state code, KL RTO code, registration series and a unique number. For example, the HSRP with a registration number of KL 01 AB 1234 represents the following:
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KL
Kerala state code
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01
KL RTO code (Thiruvananthapuram in this case)
AB
Represents the registration series.
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1234
Unique registration number assigned to the vehicle.
Kerala RTO Rules and Regulations
Here are some common rules you must follow as per the Kerala RTO rules and regulations:
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Valid Licence and Registration
A valid driving licence is required to drive a vehicle on public roads in Kerala and all over India. Every vehicle must also be registered with its respective KL RTO and must have an RC.
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Address Update
Any change in the registered vehicle owner's address should be updated in the RTO records immediately.
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Permit and Fitness Certificate
Commercial and transport vehicles must have the required permit and a valid fitness certificate to operate legally.
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Vehicle Alteration
Any major change or alteration made to an KL registered vehicle must be reported to the concerned RTO as per the applicable rules, and the same must be reflected on the RC, if applicable.
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Ownership Transfer
You must apply for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) and get the owner’s name changed at the RC and the concerned KL RTO within a specified period of time.
KL RTO Forms
You might need the following forms to access some common KL RTO services:
| Form | Purpose |
| RTO Form 20 | Vehicle registration form |
| RTO Form 28 | No Objection Certificate |
| RTO Form 29 | Transfer of Ownership Notification |
| RTO Form 30 | Ownership Transfer Application |
| RTO Form 35 | Hypothecation Removal |
FAQs - About Kerala RTO
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How many RTOs are there in Kerala?
There are over 86 RTOs in Kerala to avail any vehicle-related services. -
What services are offered by KL RTO?
KL RTOs provide several services, such as vehicle registration, driving licence, ownership transfer, HSRP, road tax, permits, fitness certificate, No Objection Certificate (NOC), etc. -
Can KL RTO services be accessed online?
Yes, you can access several KL RTO services online through Parivahan Sewa, NextGen mParivahan app, and the KL state transport website. -
What services are available on Parivahan Sewa portal in Kerala?
You can access the Parivahan Sewa portal in Kerala for services related to changes in DL, applying for an LL, NOC, and more. However, for services such as vehicle fitness certificate, DL tests, and more, you must visit the KL RTO in person.
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