How to Register a Vehicle in Delhi RTO

Registering a newly purchased vehicle in Delhi is a mandatory step which is managed by Delhi regional transport office (RTO). Registration confirms your legal ownership and provides a registration certificate (RC). It also helps with insurance claims, selling, or transferring vehicle ownership. 

Updated On - 18 Sep 2025

The other responsibilities which are taken care of by the Delhi RTO consist of keeping a check on the public transportation system of the area.

Steps to Register a Vehicle in RTO Delhi

You can register your vehicle in an RTO in Delhi NCR by following the steps listed below:

Step 1: Visit the local RTO in your area

Step 2: Collect the application form for the purpose of registration of vehicle

Step 3: Fill up the application form and submit the same at the RTO

Step 4: Submit copies of all the documents prescribed by the RTO

Step 5: Pay the registration fees and take the receipt.  

Note: Once the required documents and application form are submitted at the RTO, the verification and physical inspection of the vehicle will be conducted by an Inspecting Authority at the zonal office. Followed by that, the registration process will be completed.

Documents Required for Vehicle Registration in RTO Delhi

The documents which are required for the registration of a vehicle in RTO Delhi can be summed up as follows:

  1. Registration form or Form 20
  2. Sales Certificate issued by the vehicle dealership in Form 21
  3. Road Worthiness Certificate issued by the vehicle manufacturer in Form 22
  4. Valid vehicle insurance policy copy (self-attested)
  5. Valid address proof copy for the registration of the vehicle (self-attested)
  6. Form 34 duly signed by the owner of the vehicle and the financer (if applicable)
  7. Registration fee as quoted by the RTO
  8. One time road tax (as applicable)
  9. Invoice of the manufacturer
  10. Invoice of the dealer
  11. Form 60 and 61
  12. PAN card of the vehicle owner
  13. M.C.D. parking fees

Fees for Registering a Vehicle in Delhi RTO 

Here are the registration fees for different types of vehicles as set by the Delhi RTO: 

Charge Type 

Fees 

Registration Fee (All Vehicles) 

Rs.600 

Number Plate and Smart Card Fee 

Rs.230 to Rs.400 

Hypothecation Charges 

Rs.1,500 

Temporary Registration Charges  

Rs.1,500 to Rs.2,500 (Valid for one month) 

Duties of Delhi RTO

The RTOs in Delhi have to carry out the following responsibilities:

  1. Issuance of learner's licence
  2. Issuance of permanent licence
  3. Conduction of driving tests
  4. Issuance of new driving licence
  5. Renewal of driving licence
  6. Issuance of duplicate driving licence
  7. Issuance of temporary registration for vehicle
  8. Issuance of permanent registration for vehicle
  9. Issuance of Tourist Vehicle Permit
  10. Dealer Point Registration
  11. Transfer of ownership of vehicles
  12. Renewal of registration certificate
  13. Ownership transfer if finance covered
  14. Issuance of All India Tourist Vehicle Permit
  15. Issuance of No Objection Certificate (NOC)
  16. Address change on registration certificate
  17. Issuance of National Permit Grant
  18. Issuance of permit for Specific Contract Carriage for Regular Use
  19. Authorisation of National Permit or Tourist Permit
  20. Issuance of Permit for Goods Carriage
  21. Processing Special Permit Application
  22. Keeping a check on vehicle pollution
  23. Enforcement of road safety measures

Delhi Road Tax for Different Vehicles 

Given below table shows the road tax that an individual needs to pay in Delhi for different types of vehicles, based on their price and whether they run on petrol or diesel. It also shows the difference between private and company vehicle registration: 

Ex-Showroom Price 

Road Tax for Private Vehicle Registration 

Road Tax for Company Vehicle Registration 

 

Petrol 

Diesel 

Petrol 

Diesel 

Up to Rs.6 akh 

4% 

5% 

5% 

6.25% 

Between Rs.6 lakh to Rs.10 lakh 

7% 

8.75% 

8.75% 

10.94% 

More than Rs.10 lakh 

10% 

12.5% 

12.5% 

15.63% 

Electric Car 

Contact Details of RTO in Delhi

You can contact the following RTOs through any of the following ways:

RTO Office

Contact Details

New Delhi - Tilak Marg

Address: Deputy Director's Zonal Office 3, @ Tilak Marg in New Delhi.

Pin code: 110001

Contact: 011 23378877, 011 23378886

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

East Delhi - Loni Road

Address: Loni Road, Shahdara, East Delhi, Delhi

Pin code: 110032

Contact: 011 22813475

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

North West Delhi - Wazirpur

Address: Wazirpur, North West Delhi, Delhi

Pin code: 110052

Contact: 011 27217642

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

North West Delhi - Rohini

Address: Rohini, North West Delhi, Delhi

Pin code: 110085

Contact: 011 27563535

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

East Delhi - Mayur Vihar

Address: Mayur Vihar, East Delhi, Delhi

Pin code: 110091

Contact: 011 22753800

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

South West Delhi - Vasant Vihar

Address: Vasant Vihar, South West Delhi, Delhi

Pin code: 110057

Contact: 011 26146498

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

West Delhi - Janakpuri

Address: Janakpuri, West Delhi, Delhi

Pin code: 110058

Contact: 011 25551618, 011 25531002

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

South West Delhi - Janakpuri / Palam

Address: Palam, Janakpuri, Delhi

Pin code: 110058

Contact: 011 25624064, 011 25163615

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Central Delhi - Sarai Kale Khan

Address: Sarai Kale Khan, Delhi

Pin code: 110013

Contact: 011 24351100

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

West Delhi - Raja Garden

Address: Raja Garden, Delhi

Pin code: 110027

Contact: 011 25163616

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Mall Road - Delhi

Address: Deputy Director's Zonal Office @ Mall, Delhi

Pin code: 110009

Contact: 011 23819191, 011 23819192

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

South Delhi - Sheikh Sarai

Address: DDA Market, Sheikh Sarai, South Delhi, Delhi

Pin code: 110017

Contact: 011 29259800, 011 29253535

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

East Delhi - Surajmal Vihar / Shahdara

Address: Surajmal Vihar, East Delhi, Delhi

Pin code: 110092

Contact: 011 22383900

Working Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

RTO Codes in Delhi NCR

Given below are the RTO codes for some of the major RTO locations in Delhi NCR:

RTO LOCATIONS

RTO CODE

Mall Road, Delhi North

DL 01

Tilak Marg, New Delhi

DL 02

Sheikh Sarai, South Delhi South

DL 03

West Janakpuri, West Delhi West

DL 04

Loni Road, North East Delhi

DL 05

Sarai Kale Khan, Central Delhi

DL 06

Mayur Vihar, East Delhi

DL 07

Wazir Pur, North West Delhi

DL 08

Janakpuri, South West Delhi

DL 09

West Delhi

DL 10

Rohini, North West Delhi

DL 11

Vasant Vihar, South West Delhi

DL 12

Surajmal Vihar, Delhi

DL 13

Sonipat

DL 14

Gurgaon

DL 15

Faridabad

DL 16

Noida

DL 17

Ghaziabad

DL 18

FAQs on How to Register a Vehicle in Delhi RTO

  • Is it mandatory to carry the original registration certificate of my vehicle?

    Yes, it is mandatory to keep the original registration certificate with your vehicle when plying on public roads. As per the rules, you can be prosecuted by the court if you are driving or riding your vehicle and are caught not carrying the prescribed documents.

  • Can I get a different registration number for my vehicle which is already registered?

    No, you are not allowed to change the registration number assigned to your vehicle. However, if you are moving to a different part of the country and want to re-register your vehicle there, you can do so by acquiring the NOC from the former registering RTO and re-applying at the new RTO under whose jurisdiction the vehicle will come.

  • Can I get the registration number of my choice for my vehicle?

    Yes, you can apply for VIP numbers for your vehicle. However, the premium will be higher for these numbers and the assignment of the number to your vehicle will be subject to the availability of the same.

  • How do I understand where a particular has been registered originally in Delhi?

    In Delhi, you can simply find out the transport department zonal office which is assigned to a particular code. This code is mentioned in the registration certificate of your vehicle.

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