All vehicles in Delhi, whether new or old, need a valid registration certificate (RC) as per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, to legally ply on the Indian roads. To avoid paying any penalties, you must instantly apply for a vehicle RC if you have a new vehicle or your previous RC is expiring. Read below to know how to check vehicle RC status in Delhi, how to apply for a duplicate RC, and more.
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The Regional Transport Office (RTO) of Delhi is the authorized body that issues a vehicle registration certificate. To get your Delhi vehicle RC, you can visit your nearest RTO or log on to the Parivahan Sewa website. The registration certificate issued for a new vehicle typically has a validity period of 15 years. A vehicle RC is not only a proof of ownership, but also a mandatory document to buy or file a claim against a motor insurance policy.
A few important details that you can find on a vehicle registration certificate in Delhi are listed below:
Vehicle registration number
Registration date and validity period
Chassis number
Engine number
Owner name and address
Tax validity period
Fuel type and emission norms (type)
Vehicle class
Manufacturer's name
Financer's name
Model name
Body type and seating capacity
Year and month of manufacture
Vehicle details - cubic capacity, wheelbase, weight, number of cylinders, etc.
Follow these steps to apply for a vehicle RC in Delhi:
Collect the receipt from your dealership after buying your vehicle.
Visit your nearest RTO or log in to the Parivahan Sewa portal to register your vehicle.
Submit the application form and other necessary documents.
Pay the required fee after your vehicle passes the inspection to get your vehicle RC in Delhi.
Note: The RC application fee in Delhi varies according to the type of vehicle and typically ranges from ₹50 to ₹5000.
Here are some important documents that you must submit to receive your vehicle registration certificate in Delhi:
Form 20 - RC application form
Form 21 - Sales certificate (issued by the dealer)
Form 22 and 22A - Roadworthiness certificate
Valid age, address and ID proof
Vehicle purchase invoice
A copy of the motor insurance policy
A copy of the owner's PAN card
Temporary RC issued by the dealer
Registration fee payment receipt
Form 34 - for adding a hire-purchase, hypothecation, or lease agreement to the RC
You can get a duplicate Delhi vehicle RC if you have lost or misplaced it by following these steps:
Open the Parivahan Sewa website.
Go to 'Online Services'.
Click 'Vehicle Related Services' and select 'Delhi'.
Click 'Proceed' after entering your 'Registration Number' and selecting your 'RTO'.
Click 'Application for Duplicate RC'.
Enter the required details (vehicle registration number and last 5 digits of its chassis).
Click on 'Verify Details' and verify using the 'OTP'.
Select a reason for the application to receive your duplicate Delhi vehicle RC.
You can also visit your nearest RTO to apply for a duplicate Delhi vehicle RC offline. Submit the required documents and pay the fee. You will receive your duplicate Delhi vehicle RC after your application has been processed.
You must submit the following documents to obtain a duplicate RC in Delhi:
Form 26 - Application for duplicate RC
Police certificate in case of theft or loss of the RC
Address proof (Aadhaar, passport, etc.)
Your ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
Vehicle's PUC certificate
Copy of the vehicle's engine and chassis number
Your vehicle's valid insurance certificate
Clearance challan from the Traffic police (Private vehicles)
An affidavit stating that the original RC is lost and not impounded (if applicable)
You can check your Delhi vehicle RC status online by using any of the following methods:
Just visit parivahan.gov.in and follow these steps to check your Delhi vehicle's RC status:
Open the official Parivahan Sewa website.
Now go to the 'Online Services' tab.
Here, click on 'Vehicle Related Services' and select 'Delhi' as your state.
Enter your vehicle Registration Number and select your RTO.
Click on 'Proceed'.
Go to the 'Status/Information Services' tab.
From the dropdown, click 'Know Your Application Status'.
Enter your 'Application Number' or 'Vehicle Registration Number'.
Click on 'Submit' after entering the CAPTCHA.
Your Delhi vehicle RC status will be displayed on the screen.
You cannot check the status of your Delhi Vehicle RC via the NextGen mParivahan app. However, you can only get a virtual RC after the concerned authorities have issued it. You need to add your vehicle registration number, the last 5 digits of its chassis and engine number to get your virtual RC.
To check the RC status of your Delhi vehicle through Policybazaar.com, follow these steps:
Open Policybazaar.com
Go to the 'Check Vehicle RC Status' web page.
Enter your 'Vehicle Registration Number' and click on 'Submit'.
Your Delhi vehicle RC status will be displayed.
You can download a copy of your Delhi vehicle registration certificate through the Parivahan Sewa website by following the steps listed above. Click 'Download Document' on the RC status page and complete the OTP verification. After your vehicle RC details are displayed, download a copy from the website.
You can check your Delhi vehicle RC transfer status through the Parivahan Sewa portal by using the Application Status tab and filling in all the required details.
You can download a copy of your Delhi vehicle RC from the RC Status tab on the Parivahan Sewa website.
After your Delhi vehicle RC has been issued, you can check your vehicle registration certificate details through the mParivahan App and use it as your virtual RC. You can also log in to the Parivahan Sewa website and check your RC details on the portal.
You can visit your nearest RTO or log in to the Parivahan Sewa website to register your car and get an RC in Delhi.
If you have applied for an RC ownership transfer, you can track your application by visiting the RC status page on the Parivahan Sewa website.
You can transfer your Delhi vehicle ownership online via the Parivahan Sewa website. Pay the fee online after submitting the necessary documents, such as address proof, RC, insurance certificate, etc., to transfer your Delhi vehicle RC online.
The vehicle registration certificate for a new car is issued with a validity period of 15 years in Delhi.
You can get a duplicate vehicle RC in Delhi by applying for it through the Parivahan Sewa portal. Submit the necessary documents, including the PUC certificate, police certificate in case of theft/loss, etc., and pay the online fee to receive your duplicate Delhi vehicle RC.
The processing time of a vehicle registration certificate in Delhi varies from one RTO to another. You may receive your Delhi RC in a few days or up to a month.
Yes, you can sell your Delhi car in another state after you have obtained a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Regional Transport Office (RTO) where the vehicle was initially registered. An NOC signifies that your Delhi car does not have any unpaid dues or taxes.
You can check your Delhi vehicle RC status online by visiting the RC Status webpage on the Parivahan Sewa website.
The Form 26 of an RTO is used to apply for a duplicate RC in case the original RC is lost, stolen, or destroyed.
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