Karnataka Transport and Vehicle Registration Process

The department of transport in Karnataka operates according to the norms and laws defined in the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988. The department focuses on the implementation of rules and regulations formed under the Act.

 It also facilitates various city-friendly transport and vehicle-related services in the state, such as registration of vehicles, issuance of driving licenses, and more. In recent years, the Karnataka transport department has made significant strides in digitalizing transport-related services so that citizens can get reliable and efficient assistance in terms of their vehicle and transport-related needs.

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Vehicle Registration Details in Karnataka

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Karnataka Transport and Vehicle Registration Process in India

The Motor Vehicles Act clearly prohibits anyone from driving a vehicle in a public place without a valid vehicle registration. Therefore, it is pertinent for a vehicle owner to get their vehicle registered in order to freely use their mode of transport in the state.

Services Offered By Karnataka Transport Department

  1. Temporary vehicle registration
  2. Permanent vehicle registration
  3. Renewal of RC
  4. Issue of duplicate RC (Registration Certificate)
  5. Recording change in address of the vehicle owner in the RC
  6. Endorsement of hire-purchase of the vehicle
  7. Cancellation of vehicle hire-purchase agreement

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Documents Required For Temporary Vehicle Registration in Karnataka

  1. Proof of address (PAN Card/Aadhaar Card/Electricity Bill)
  2. Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate
  3. Customs Clearance Certificate (In case of imported vehicles)
  4. Form 18 of KMVR
  5. Sales Certificate in Form 21
  6. Form 22- Road worthiness certificate from vehicle manufacturer
  7. Design approval copy of STA (For Semi Trailer or Trailer vehicles)
  8. Sales Certificate of the vehicle from the authorities in Form 21 (In case of ex-army vehicle)
  9. Vehicle Insurance certificate
  10. Payment of applicable tax and fee

Permanent Registration of Vehicle in Karnataka

An application for permanent registration of a vehicle can be made in Form 20 to the RTO. This must be done within a period of 7 days from the date of vehicle delivery. Following is the list of documents to be submitted along with the application:

  1. Proof of address (PAN Card/Aadhaar Card/Electricity Bill/Ration Card)
  2. Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate
  3. Customs Clearance Certificate (In case of imported vehicles)
  4. Sales Certificate in Form 21
  5. Form 22- Road worthiness certificate from vehicle manufacturer
  6. Design approval copy of STA (For Semi Trailer or Trailer vehicles)
  7. Sales Certificate of the vehicle from the authorities in Form 21 (In case of ex-army vehicle)
  8. Vehicle Insurance certificate
  9. Applicable fee as per the CMV Rules, 1989

Vehicle Registration Number Allotment in Karnataka

Once the vehicle registration application is submitted, the registration mark is allotted by the registering authority according to Rule 80 of the CMV Act. The number will be electronically generated based on the running series.

Allotment of Fancy/VIP Vehicle Registration Number

A fancy number cannot be obtained through the normal vehicle registration process. The transport authority keeps aside a list of numbers from each series and allocates the same through an auction. The numbers are classified into a few categories and a minimum base price has been set for each category. Applicants may pay the minimum base price and submit their applications at the RTO. The numbers will then be allotted to the highest bidders.

Transfer of Vehicle Ownership

  1. If you sell your vehicle and wish to transfer the vehicle legally to another person, you can make an application for vehicle transfer in Form 29 and Form 30.
  2. In case the vehicle is transferred due to inheritance, an application must be made in Form 31. For vehicles transferred through a public auction, an application has to be made in Form 32. Following documents are needed to be submitted at the RTO:
    1. A copy of the original chassis number
    2. RC (Registration Certificate)
    3. Vehicle Insurance Certificate
    4. Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate
    5. Identity proof
    6. Proof of address
    7. Applicable fee

Recording or Cancellation of Vehicle Hypothecation in Karnataka

An application can be made in Form 34 for hypothecation of a vehicle. For cancellation of hypothecation, an application can be made in Form 35. Here are the documents to be submitted along with the application:

  1. A copy of the chassis number
  2. Registration certificate (RC) of the vehicle
  3. Insurance certificate of the vehicle
  4. Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate
  5. Applicable fee

Change of Address in Registration Certificate

In case there is a change in the residential address of the vehicle owner, it must be duly recorded in the RC book. To do the same, an application is required to be made in Form 33 along with the below-mentioned documents:

  1. NOC from the financer (If the vehicle is bought on finance)
  2. Copy of Vehicle RC (Registration Certificate)
  3. PUC (Pollution Under Control Certificate)
  4. Address proof
  5. Applicable fee must be paid

Issue of Duplicate RC Book

In case the Registration Certificate (RC) of a vehicle is lost, an application for duplicate RC can be made in Form 26. The below-mentioned documents are to be submitted along with the application:

  1. Police FIR copy
  2. Address proof of the vehicle owner
  3. NOC (No objection Certificate) by the financer (if the vehicle has been purchased on loan)
  4. Vehicle Insurance Certificate
  5. Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate
  6. Applicable fee

Registration of Vehicle Brought From Other State

If you need to use the vehicle in another state for a period of more than one year or need to transfer the vehicle RC from another state to Karnataka, you will need to submit the following documents. You may also have to produce the vehicle for inspection.

  1. Application in Form-FT and Form 27
  2. Chassis print copy
  3. No Objection Certificate (NOC) in Form 28 from the RTO where the vehicle was originally registered
  4. Registration Certificate (RC) of the vehicle
  5. Address proof of the vehicle owner
  6. Vehicle Insurance Certificate
  7. Pollution Under Control Certificate
  8. Form 29, 30 or 33 to be filled and submitted to record change in the address
  9. Form No. 29 and 30 or 33 are needed to be furnished for change in ownership and address in the RC

Issue of NOC (No objection Certificate) For The Vehicle

The following documents are required to obtain a NOC from the RTO in case the vehicle needs to be transferred to another state.

  1. Application in Form 28 with Chassis print (3 copies)
  2. Clearance certificate from police
  3. Address proof of the applicant
  4. Insurance certificate
  5. Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate

Karnataka RTO Codes and Locations

KA RTO LOCATIONS

KA RTO CODE

KARTO LOCATIONS

KARTO CODE

Koramangala

KA01

Bellary

KA34

Rajajinagar, Bangalore

KA02

Hospet

KA35

Indiranagar, Bangalore

KA03

Raichur

KA36

Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore

KA04

Koppal

KA37

Jayanagar, Bangalore

KA05

Bidar

KA38

Tumkur

KA06

Bhalki

KA39

Kolar

KA07

Chikkaballapur

KA40

Kolar Gold Fields

KA08

Kengeri

KA41

Mysore

KA09

Ramanagar, Bangalore

KA42

Chamrajnagar

KA10

Devanahalli, Bangalore

KA43

Mandya

KA11

Tiptur, Tumkur district

KA44

Madikeri

KA12

Hunsur, Mysore District

KA45

Hassan

KA13

Sakleshpur, Hassan District

KA46

Shimoga

KA14

Honnavar, Uttara Kannada District

KA47

Sagar

KA15

Jamkhandi, Bagalkot District

KA48

Chitradurga

KA16

Gokak, Belgaum District

KA49

Davangere

KA17

Yelahanka, Bangalore

KA50

Chikmagalur

KA18

Bannerghatta, Bangalore

KA51

Mangalore

KA19

Nelamangala, Bangalore District

KA52

Udupi

KA20

K.R.Puram, Bangalore

KA53

Puttur

KA21

Nagamangala, Mandya District

KA54

Belgaum

KA22

Mysore

KA55

Chikkodi

KA23

Basavakalyan

KA56

Bailhongal

KA24

Shantinagar, Bangalore

KA57

Dharwad

KA25

Banashankari

KA58

Gadag

KA26

Chamrajpet, Bengaluru Dist - 560019

KA59

Haveri

KA27

R.T. Nagar, Bengaluru District

KA60

Vijapura

KA28

Marathahalli

KA61

Bagalkot

KA29

Surathkal, Mangalore

KA62

Karwar

KA30

Hubli - 580026

KA63

Sirsi

KA31

Madhugiri, Tumkur District - 572132

KA64

Kalaburagi

KA32

Dandeli - 581325

KA65

Yadgir

KA33

Tarikere, Chikmagalur District

KA66

FAQs on Karnataka Transport and Vehicle Registration Process

  • How many days does it take to receive the RC smart card after registering a two-wheeler in Karnataka?

    After registration, the RC smart card will be issued in a maximum of 30 days via post, although it may be a few days less depending on the workload of the RTO. 

  • Can I register my new bike online in Karnataka?

    No, only renewal of bike registrations can be done online in Karnataka; all new bike registrations must be completed at the RTO. 

  • What documents are required to register a new two-wheeler with the Karnataka RTO?

    To register a new bike in Karnataka, Forms 20, 21, 22/22A, proof of address, insurance certificate, passport-size photographs, and tax receipts need to be provided. 

  • What are the regular fees to register and receive a smart card for two-wheelers in Karnataka?

    For a standard registration number, the fee is Rs.6,000 and an RC smart card costs Rs.200 (Rs.137 at RTO and Rs.63 to the vendor). 

  • Is there a grace period for my two-wheeler's registration to be renewed after a 15-year initial validity?

    Yes, every private two-wheeler RC issued by KTA is valid for 15 years and can be renewed within 60 days before expiry by using Form 25.

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