The process to check RC status by vehicle number in Gujarat is quite simple. You can either do it online on the Parivahan Sewa portal or visit an RTO.As per Indian Motor Laws, having an RC is a legal obligation, and it becomes important to regularly check its status. It is also proof of your vehicle's registration. Read on to know more about downloading an RC, checking its status online and offline, and more in this article.
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A vehicle registration certificate in Gujarat is a government-authorised document that confirms the registration and ownership of your vehicle. It is also evidence that the vehicle meets the required safety and regulatory norms.
Here is why you must always have an RC:
Compliance with Motor Laws: The RC is one of the mandated vehicle documents under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Vehicles without a valid RC are fined and can face legal consequences.
To Purchase a Car Insurance Policy: Insurers generally ask for a vehicle's RC both when approving an insurance policy and when making a claim for it.
You can find the following details on a vehicle registration certificate in Gujarat:
Vehicle registration number
Model and make
Date of registration
Tax validity
Chassis number
Engine number
Emission norms followed (BSIV, BSVI, etc.)
Color
Seating capacity
Name of financer (if applicable)
Fitness validity
Details of the owner (name, address, mobile number, etc.)
Vehicle class
Vehicle description
Type of fuel
Registering authority
Cubic capacity
Number of cylinders
Engine power figures
Listed below are the documents required to issue an RC in Gujarat:
Identity proof
Applicant's photographs
Address proof
Copy of vehicle insurance policy
Form 20: RC application form
Form 21: Sales certificate provided by dealer
Form 22: Vehicle's roadworthiness certificate
This is how you can obtain a vehicle RC in Gujarat for a new vehicle:
Step 1: Log in to Parivahan Sewa or visit the nearest RTO.
Step 2: Submit the RC application form along with other required documents.
Step 3: You must take your vehicle for inspection on the scheduled day.
Step 4: Pay the specified fee*.
*Disclaimer: The registration charge depends on the type of the vehicle. It usually falls in the range of Rs. 50 to Rs. 5,000. For example, Rs. 300 is the registration cost for a motorcycle, and for a non-transport LMV, it is Rs. 600.
You can check the online RC status through the following ways:
The steps to check the Gujarat RC status from the Parivahan Sewa portal are these:
Step 1: Go to Parivahan Sewa.
Step 2: Tap on the option for 'Online Services' on the homepage.
Step 3: You must then click on 'Vehicle Related Services'.
Step 4: Choose 'Gujarat' from the list of states.
Step 5: Select your RTO, and then tap 'Proceed'.
Step 6: Tap on 'Know Your Application Status' under 'Status'.
Step 7: Enter your application number and select 'Submit'.
Step 8: Check your vehicle information.
The feature of checking your RC status is currently not available on the mParivahan app. However, you can add the digital copy of your car RC once it is issued and it is valid nationwide.
You can also use the vehicle registration number to check its RC status online on Policybazaar.com by following the steps mentioned below:
Step 1: Go to the 'Check Vehicle RC Status' page.
Step 2: Enter the number of your vehicle registration.
Step 3: Tap on the option for 'View RC Status'
Step 4: You can see RC details now.
Note: You might be required to provide additional details for your vehicle, including the make, model, fuel type, etc.
You can download RC in Gujarat through the RC status page on the Parivahan Sewa website after logging in to the portal using the steps given below:
Select 'Download Document'
Tap on 'RC Print'
Once you verify your details and enter the OTP, you can download your vehicle RC.
You can obtain a duplicate RC in Gujarat by following the steps below:
Step 1: Go to the homepage of Parivahan Sewa.
Step 2: Tap on 'Vehicle Related Services' under the 'Online Services' tab.
Step 3: Select 'Gujarat' from the states, and then select your RTO.
Step 4: Tap on 'Application for Duplicate RC'.
Step 5: Enter the vehicle registration number and the last five digits of the chassis number.
Step 6: Click on the 'Verify Details' button.
Step 7: Use OTP verification to validate the details provided.
Step 8: Select a reason for the duplicate RC requirement.
Step 9: Pay the required fee through your preferred mode of payment.
Once the above-mentioned steps are completed, book an appointment. Visit the RTO on the scheduled date and complete the process.
Read moreHere's a list of all the documents required to apply for a duplicate RC in Gujarat:
Application form (Form 26)
Police certificate (If stolen/lost)
PUCC
Valid insurance copy
Address proof
Pan card copy/Form 60 and Form 61 (as applicable)
Chassis and engine number (pencil print)
Signature of vehicle owner
An affidavit that states RC is stolen/lost and not impounded.
Getting vehicle ownership transferred to the owner's name is the most important step when buying a used vehicle. You can check the RC transfer status in Gujarat from the Parivahan Sewa website using the following steps:
Visit the Parivahan Sewa website and select online services.
Choose Gujarat as your state and select your RTO.
Fill out all the details and submit them to check your RC transfer status in Gujarat.
Visit Parivahan Sewa. Select your state and RTO in the 'Vehicle Related Services' section. Click 'Know Your Application Status', enter details, and download your vehicle registration certificate in Gujarat.
An RC is an authorised document containing important details about a vehicle. It serves as proof of ownership and legal registration at an RTO.
Visit the 'Vehicle Related Services' section of the Parivahan Sewa portal. Select your state and RTO. Click 'Know Your Application Status' and enter your details to check RC status in Gujarat.
Under the 'Informational Services' section of the Parivahan Sewa portal, select 'Know Your Vehicle Details'. Log in to your account. Enter the registration number and the captcha code. Tap on 'Vahan Search' to check vehicle registration details in Gujarat.
Go to the Parivahan Sewa website and select 'Vehicle Related Services'. Tap on the option for 'Application for Duplicate RC' and enter the required details. Pay the required fee and upload the required documents. Book an appointment at the RTO. You will get a duplicate RC after vehicle inspection.
Submit the Form 20 for the application along with other mandatory documents. Take your vehicle for inspection on the scheduled day to get an RC for a new vehicle.
No, an Aadhaar card is not mandatory for registration of a vehicle in Gujarat. You can use other identity proofs as well.
To check your virtual RC in Gujarat, download the mParivahan app. Click 'My Virtual RC' on the homepage. Enter the required details about your vehicle, and select 'Add My Vehicle(s)' to get your RC.
Form 26 for the application, police certificate, PUCC, etc., are the documents required for a duplicate RC in Gujarat.
You can use the 'Know Your Vehicle Details' option on Parivahan to check the owner's details. You can also simply go to the 'Check Vehicle RC Status' page of Policybazaar.com for the same.
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