It is important to regularly check vehicle RC status in Uttar Pradesh to keep your vehicle details updated.Moreover, as per the Indian Motor Laws, vehicle owners without a valid vehicle RC in Uttar Pradesh can face penalties and legal consequences. Read on to know all about how to download an RC, ways to check an RC application status in UP, and more.
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The registration certificate for a vehicle is a legally mandated document, as per the motor laws in India. It is issued by the regional transport authority (RTO) and is an important document for the following reasons:
Proof of Ownership: A vehicle RC mentions the owner's name and details. It is a legal proof that the vehicle belongs to you.
Vehicle Identification: The RC also contains all important details of the car, such as registration date, make, model, emission norms, etc.
Compliance with Motor Laws: As per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988,all vehicle owners must carry the RC of their car.
The details mentioned on a vehicle registration certificate in Uttar Pradesh are mentioned below:
Vehicle registration number
Vehicle class
Vehicle description
Vehicle details (cubic capacity, number of cylinders, etc.)
Chassis number
Engine number
Engine power 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
Listed documents are needed for RC issuance in Uttar Pradesh:
Form 20: RC Application Form
Form 21: Sales Certificate
Form 22: Roadworthiness Certificate
Form 22A: If the vehicle has a fabricated body
Form 22B: For the fabricated body of a bus
Address Proof (electoral roll, Aadhaar card, etc.)
Copy of Car Insurance Policy
Customs Clearance Certificate for Imported Vehicles
Temporary Registration Certificate (if any)
Proof of Citizenship
Fitment of Fastag Proof
Proof of Legal Accommodation and Presence in India (for foreigners)
If you have purchased a new vehicle, you must obtain a permanent registration certificate in Uttar Pradesh before the temporary registration expires. The temporary RC for a vehicle is usually valid for 30 days in UP. Use the steps mentioned below to apply for an RC in UP:
Step 1: Visit your RTO or Parivahan Sewa website for document submission.
Step 2: Submit/upload the documents required along with a duly filled application form in Form 20.
Step 3: Schedule an appointment for vehicle inspection at the RTO.
Step 4: Drive your vehicle to the RTO on the date of inspection.
Step 5: Pay the fee required for vehicle registration*
*Disclaimer: Vehicle registration fee differs based on the vehicle type. It can range from Rs. 50 to Rs. 6,000.
You can use the following ways check your RC status online in Uttar Pradesh:
You can check RC status online in Uttar Pradesh is available on the Parivahan Sewa website using the steps mentioned below:
Step 1: Visit the homepage of the Parivahan Sewa website.
Step 2: Select the 'Online Services' section from the navigation bar.
Step 3: Now, tap on 'Vehicle Related Services' from the listed options.
Step 4: Tap on 'Uttar Pradesh' from the list of states mentioned.
Step 5: Tap on the 'Proceed' button once you have selected your RTO.
Step 6: Click on 'Know Your Application Status'. It is given under the 'Status' tab.
Step 7: Type in your RC application number.
Step 8: Select 'Submit' to check your RC status.
The NextGen mParivahan app currently does not feature the option to check the status of your vehicle RC. But you can add an existing vehicle RC to this app. To do that, you need to type in the vehicle registration number and the last five digits of its chassis number and your virtual RC will be displayed on the screen.
One of the easiest methods to check RC status in Uttar Pradesh is available on Policybazaar.com. Here are the steps to check the same:
Step 1: Visit the Policybazaar.com portal.
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'.
Note: The 'Check Vehicle RC Status' page sometimes requires more vehicle details to fetch the RC status. A vehicle's make and model, fuel type, etc., are some of these details.
You can download RC in Uttar Pradesh using the Parivahan Sewa website using the steps given below:
Visit the RC status page on the Parivahan Sewa website.
Select the 'Download Document' option.
Enter all the required details.
Complete the verification by entering the OTP received on the registered mobile number.
The option to download your vehicle RC will now appear on the screen.
If you misplace your vehicle RC, you can apply for a duplicate RC online using the following steps:
Step 1: Visit the official Parivahan Sewa website.
Step 2: Tap on the 'Vehicle Related Services' listed under 'Online Services'.
Step 3: Tap on the list of states, and select 'Uttar Pradesh'. Select your RTO on the next page.
Step 4: To proceed, click on the option given for 'Application for Duplicate RC'.
Step 5: Type in the registration number of your vehicle and the last five digits of the vehicle's chassis number.
Step 6: After you select the 'Verify Details' option, verify using OTP.
Step 7: Select a reason for the application and submit the form.
Once you have completed the application process, upload the following documents:
Form 26: Application Form
PAN Card Copy/Form 60 and Form 61 (as applicable)
Proof of Address
Police Certificate (if stolen/lost)
PUCC
A Valid Copy of Insurance
Chassis and Engine Number (Pencil Print)
Vehicle Owner's Signature
An Affidavit that states an RC is stolen/lost and not impounded
To finalise the vehicle registration process, book a slot for vehicle inspection at the RTO. Get it inspected on the scheduled date to get your duplicate vehicle RC.
To check the RC transfer status in Uttar Pradesh, go to the RC status page on the Parivahan Sewa website. You can then check the status of your vehicle RC transfer application after entering all the required details.
Yes, all vehicles must have an HSRP number plate in UP and all over India.
Visit the 'Know Your Application Status' page on the Parivahan Sewa portal. Enter your application number, captcha code, and hit 'Submit' to check your vehicle RC status in Uttar Pradesh.
All owners applying to register their vehicle in Uttar Pradesh now get a smart card vehicle RC. However, if you want to obtain a smart card RC for an existing or old car, you must visit the 'Application for Duplicate RC' page on the Parivahan Sewa portal. After the completion of the application process and fee payment, the RC smart card will be delivered to your doorstep.
To get a vehicle RC copy online in Uttar Pradesh, you need to visit the 'RC Particulars' page of the Parivahan Sewa website. Once you have entered the details and completed the verification process, the registration details of the vehicle will be visible on your screen.
Yes, the DigiLocker platform has the option to download your vehicle RC online. Log in to the app, search for and tap on 'Transport Department, Uttar Pradesh'. Tap 'Registration of Vehicles' and enter all the required vehicle details. Submit the details to get your virtual car RC on the DigiLocker app.
The vehicle registration number, owner's name and address, and engine number are some of the details mentioned on a vehicle RC in UP.
Yes, you can renew the registration certificate of a vehicle after 15 years in Uttar Pradesh.
Go to the Parivahan Sewa website and visit its 'Application for Duplicate RC' page. Pay the fee for vehicle registration after you have entered the required details. The final step is to book an appointment and take your vehicle for inspection at the RTO. The duplicate RC will be delivered to your doorstep after application approval.
Yes, you can transfer the registration certificate of your vehicle in UP online. You must go to the 'Vehicle Related Services' page on Parivahan Sewa. Select your state and the relevant RTO from the lists. Now, tap on the option for vehicle ownership transfer and complete the process of application.
You cannot check your vehicle's RC details by entering its chassis number. This feature is not available yet. You also need to enter your vehicle's registration number on Parivahan Sewa's 'RC Particulars' page to access vehicle RC details.
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