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Check RC Status in Kerala
A valid vehicle registration certificate is a mandatory requirement for driving in Kerala and the whole country.Vehicle owners must check their Kerala RC status to comply with traffic rules and avoid penalties during routine traffic checks. You can find out more about your vehicle registration certificate (RC) and how to check your RC status in Kerala below.
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Vehicle Registration Certificate in Kerala
The Kerala Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) is an authorised body responsible for providing vehicle registration certificates in the state. This department functions under the provisions of Section 213 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
Kerala vehicle owners are required to own a valid RC, as it is a compulsory requirement as per the Indian Motor Laws. Driving without a valid vehicle registration certificate may attract a ₹5000 traffic penalty, and your vehicle may also be impounded.
An RC also contains all the necessary vehicle details and is also important to buy or file a claim against your motor insurance policy.
Key Details on a Vehicle Registration Certificate in Kerala
Some of the common details that can be found on a Kerala vehicle registration certificate are given below:
Vehicle registration number
Registration date and validity date
Chassis number
Engine number
Owner name and address
Tax validity period
Fuel type and emission norms
Vehicle class
Manufacturer's name
Financer name (if applicable)
Model name
Body type and seating capacity
Year and month of manufacture
Vehicle details - cubic capacity, wheelbase, weight, number of cylinders, etc.
Documents Required to Issue an RC in Kerala
A few documents that Kerala vehicle owners need to submit to receive their vehicle registration certificate are listed below:
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, if applicable
How to Obtain a Vehicle Registration Certificate in Kerala?
To get a vehicle registration certificate in Kerala, vehicle owners must follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit your nearest RTO or log in to the Parivahan Sewa portal to register your vehicle.
Step 2: Submit the application form along with the required documents.
Step 3: After your vehicle passes the inspection, pay the required fee to receive your Kerala vehicle RC.
*Disclaimer: The application fee may vary depending on various vehicle types. The fee typically ranges from ₹50 to ₹5000.
How to Get a Duplicate RC in Kerala?
To get a duplicate vehicle RC in Kerala, you must follow these steps:
Open the Parivahan Sewa portal.
Go to 'Online Services'. From the drop-down list, click on 'Vehicle Related Services'.
Select 'Kerala' as the state.
Enter your 'Registration Number' and select the RTO.
Click on 'Proceed'.
Click the 'Application for Duplicate RC' icon.
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 Kerala RC.
To apply for a duplicate RC offline, visit your closest RTO. Submit the required documents and pay the fee. You will receive your duplicate Kerala RC after your application gets processed.
Read moreDocuments Required for Obtaining a Duplicate RC in Kerala
A few documents that a vehicle owner must submit to obtain a duplicate RC are listed below:
Form 26 - Application Form for Duplicate RC
Police Certificate in case of Theft or Loss of the RC
Address Proof (Aadhaar card, passport, etc.)
ID Proof (Aadhaar card, PAN, etc.)
PUC Certificate
Copy of the Engine and Chassis Number
Valid Vehicle Insurance Policy
Challan Clearance Certificate (private vehicles)
Affidavit stating that RC is lost and not impounded (if applicable)
How to Check RC Status Online in Kerala?
You can check the status of your Kerala vehicle RC using any of the following ways:
Check RC Status in Kerala via Parivahan Sewa Portal
You can check your Kerala vehicle RC status via the Parivahan Sewa website with these steps:
Visit Parivahan Sewa's official website.
Go to the 'Online Services' tab.
Click 'Vehicle Related Services' and select 'Kerala' as the state.
Click 'Proceed' after entering your 'Registration Number' and selecting the 'RTO'.
Go to the 'Status/Information Services' tab.
From the dropdown, click 'Know Your Application Status'.
Enter your 'Application Number' or 'Vehicle Registration Number'.
Enter the CAPTCHA and click on 'Submit'.
Your Kerala vehicle RC status will be displayed.
Check Kerala RC Status via the NextGen mParivahan App
Currently, you cannot check your Kerala vehicle RC status through the mParivahan App. Your Kerala vehicle RC will only be available on the NextGen mParivahan App after the concerned authorities have issued it. However, you can add a virtual vehicle RC using the vehicle's registration number, the last five digits of your chassis and engine number on the app.
Check RC Status Online in Kerala via Policybazaar.com
You can check your Kerala vehicle RC status via Policybazaar.com by following these steps:
Go to Policybazaar.com.
Go to the 'Check Vehicle RC Status' webpage.
Enter your 'Vehicle Registration Number'.
Click on the 'Submit' button.
You can view your Kerala vehicle RC status on the screen.
Note: You may also need to enter additional information (vehicle type, year of registration, fuel type, etc.) to check your vehicle's RC status in certain cases.
How to Download a Vehicle RC in Kerala?
To download a copy of your Kerala vehicle RC, visit the RC status page on the Parivahan Sewa website. Click 'Download Document' and 'RC Print’. Now, complete the OTP verification after entering your vehicle details. You can now download RC on your system.
How to Check RC Transfer Status in Kerala?
To check the RC transfer status of your Kerala vehicle via the Parivahan Sewa portal by following the steps listed below:
Go to the official website of Parivahan Sewa
Choose the 'Online Services' option from 'Vehicle Related Service' tab
Select your state as Kerala and choose the nearest RTO
Check the RC transfer status from the RC status page
FAQs
Yes, local address proof documents are mandatory to get your RC transferred.
In Kerala, the RC for new vehicles will be issued approximately within two working days if the registration certificate application is submitted through the VAHAN portal.
The transfer of vehicle RC ownership must be completed within 14 days of the vehicle's sale in Kerala.
The fee for renewing the RC of a four-wheeler older than 15 years is ₹1,000 in Kerala.
In Kerala, the cost of changing a vehicle RC ownership varies from one RTO to another. However, the standard rates to transfer an RC, as mentioned on the Parivahan Sewa portal, are ₹150 for motorcycles and ₹300 non transport vehicles.
The validity of a new vehicle registration certificate in Kerala is 15 years.
A few documents that you must submit when applying for a duplicate RC are:
Address proof
Valid vehicle insurance policy
PUC certificate
Form 26 (application form), etc.
A few documents that you must submit to get a vehicle ownership certificate in Kerala are:
PUC certificate
Address proof
Form 20 - Application form
Form 21 - Sales Certificate
Passport-size photos, etc.
To check the RC status by mobile number, open the SMS application on your phone. Then, type VAHAN (Registration Number), like VAHAN DL091123, and send the SMS to 7738299899. Once you have sent the SMS, you will get a text message, including vehicle make/model, insurance details, the owner's name, and more.
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