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Check RC Status in Tamil Nadu
Getting your vehicle registered and having your RC is one of the most important step after you get a new car.Once you apply for your vehicle RC, it is important to check the vehicle RC status in Tamil Nadu regularly. Read on to know all about the process to check your RC status online and offline.
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Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC) in Tamil Nadu
As per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, it is mandatory for all vehicle owners to register their vehicles at an RTO. Once registered, these RTOs issue a registration certificate (RC) for your vehicle. Here are some common reasons for which you need an RC:
Ownership Evidence: The registration certificate of a vehicle has the name of the vehicle owner and helps to prove the ownership of a vehicle.
Vehicle Identification: It mentions the details of a vehicle, making it an authentic source to verify them.
Compliance with Motor Laws: The motor laws of India require all vehicle owners to have a valid RC for their vehicles.
Key Details on a Vehicle Registration Certificate in Tamil Nadu
A vehicle RC in Tamil Nadu has the following details:
Vehicle registration number
Vehicle class
Vehicle description
Vehicle details (cubic capacity, number of cylinders, etc.)
Chassis number
Engine number
HP figures
Make and model
Type of fuel
Emission norms followed (BSIV, BSVI, etc.)
Details of the owner (name, address, mobile number, etc.)
Seating capacity
Fitness validity
Name of financer (if applicable)
Registering authority
Registration date
Validity of tax paid
Color
Documents Required to Issue an RC in Tamil Nadu
The following documents are required to issue an RC in Tamil Nadu:
Form 20: RC application form
Form 22: roadworthiness certificate
Form 22A: if the vehicle has a fabricated body
Form 21: sales certificate
PUCC
PAN card/GIR/Form 60 or 61
Address proof (electoral roll, Aadhaar card, etc.)
Copy of car insurance policy
Customs clearance certificate for imported vehicles
Temporary registration certificate (if any)
Certificate of unladen weight (for transport vehicles)
Permit for sanctioned proceedings (for transport vehicles)
How to Obtain a Registration Certificate in Tamil Nadu?
You get a temporary vehicle RC with a validity of one month when you purchase a new vehicle. During its validity, follow the steps below to obtain a permanent registration certificate in Tamil Nadu:
Step 1: Visit the Parivahan Sewa portal or your RTO for document submission.
Step 2: Upload/submit documents and a duly filled application form (Form 20).
Step 3: Book an appointment for vehicle inspection at the RTO.
Step 4: Go to the RTO on the scheduled date for vehicle inspection.
Step 5: Pay the car registration fee.*
*Disclaimer: The amount of the fee charged for vehicle registration differs based on vehicle type.
How to Check RC Status Online in Tamil Nadu?
You can check the RC status online in Tamil Nadu using any of the two ways mentioned below:
Check RC Status Online in Tamil Nadu via Parivahan Portal
Here is a step-by-step process to check RC status online in Tamil Nadu using the Parivahan Sewa website:
Step 1: Visit the homepage of the Parivahan Sewa website.
Step 2: From the menu bar, select 'Online Services'.
Step 3: From the options, tap on 'Vehicle Related Services'.
Step 4: Tap on 'Tamil Nadu' from the states given in the list.
Step 5: Select your RTO and click on 'Proceed'.
Step 6: Under 'Status', click on 'Know Your Application Status'.
Step 7: Enter your RC application number.
Step 8: Click 'Submit' to check your RC status.
Check RC Status Online in Tamil Nadu via NextGen mParivahan Mobile App
The NextGen mParivahan app does not feature an option to check your RC status in Tamil Nadu. However, you can add your existing RC with the help of your vehicle details. These details include the registration number of your car and the last five digits of the chassis and engine number.
Check RC Status Online in Tamil Nadu via Policybazaar.com
You can simply check your RC status in Tamil Nadu using Policybazaar.com by following the steps mentioned below:
Step 1: Visit the Policybazaar.com.
Step 2: Go to its 'Check Vehicle RC Status' page.
Step 3: Enter the number of your car registration.
Step 4: Tap 'View RC Status' and the details will be displayed on the screen.
Note: The 'Check Vehicle RC Status' sometimes requires more vehicle details to fetch the RC status, such as make and model, fuel type, etc.
How to Download RC in Tamil Nadu?
Here are the steps to download an RC in Tamil Nadu:
Visit the RC status page on the Parivahan Sewa portal.
Tap on the option listed for 'Download Document'.
Complete the OTP verification process after entering all the vehicle details.
The option to download RC in Tamil Nadu will now appear on your screen.
Once the above-mentioned steps are completed, book an appointment. Visit the RTO on the scheduled date and complete the process.
Read moreHow to Obtain a Duplicate RC in Tamil Nadu?
If your RC is lost or stolen, you need to apply for a duplicate RC at the earliest. Here are the steps to apply for a duplicate RC:
Step 1: Visit the official website of Parivahan Sewa.
Step 2: Tap on the 'Vehicle Related Services' option under the 'Online Services' section.
Step 3: Select your state as 'Tamil Nadu', and select your RTO.
Step 4: Go to the 'Application for Duplicate RC' section.
Step 5: Enter the registration number of your vehicle and the last five numbers of the chassis code.
Step 6: Select the 'Verify Details' option and verify using OTP.
Step 7: Select a reason for the application and submit it.
Documents Required for a Duplicate RC in Tamil Nadu
Upload these documents after completing the steps mentioned above:
Form 26: Application Form
PAN card copy/Form 60 and Form 61 (as applicable)
Address proof
Police certificate (if stolen/lost)
PUCC
Valid insurance copy
Chassis and engine number (pencil print)
Signature of vehicle owner
An affidavit that states an RC is stolen/lost and not impounded.
The last step is to book a slot for vehicle inspection at the RTO and drive your vehicle for inspection on the scheduled date.
How to Check RC Transfer Status in Tamil Nadu?
You can also check RC transfer status in Tamil Nadu using the following steps:
Visi the RC status page on the Parivahan Sewa website.
Enter all the required details and click on submit.
The latest details of your RC transfer status will be displayed on the screen.
FAQs
On the Parivahan Sewa portal, visit the 'Know Your Application Status'. Enter the registration number of your car to check your RC status by vehicle number in Tamil Nadu.
To know if a car RC is original or not, visit the 'RC Particulars' section on the Parivahan Sewa portal. Enter the necessary details to check the actual RC details of a vehicle and then match them to see if it is original or not.
Yes, a digital copy of the RC through the NextGen mParivahan and DigiLocker apps is considered legal and valid throughout India.
To download a copy of your RC in Tamil Nadu, visit the 'RC Particulars' page on the Parivahan Sewa website. Submit your vehicle details and verify using the OTP received on the registered mobile number. The option to download your vehicle RC will now appear on the screen.
Visit the 'RC Particulars' page on the Parivahan Sewa portal. Type in your car details and the OTP received on your registered phone number. Submit these details to check the registration details of your vehicle.
The time taken to issue a vehicle RC depends on how many applications are pending at the RTO. It generally takes five days to be delivered after an application is approved.
Use the 'Application for Duplicate RC' section on the Parivahan Sewa portal. Submit all the mandatory details and documents, and pay the car registration fee. Book an appointment for a vehicle inspection and take your vehicle to the RTO to get a duplicate vehicle RC.
The details mentioned about the vehicle owner on an RC include their name and address.
You require these documents to get a duplicate vehicle RC in Tamil Nadu:
Application form (Form 26)
Address proof
Copy of your PAN card, etc.
Yes, you can download your RC via the DigiLocker app. Log in to the app, search and tap on 'Transport Department, Tamil Nadu'. Now, select 'Registration of Vehicles' and submit vehicle details to download your RC on DigiLocker.
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