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      RTO Tamil Nadu

      Regional Transport Office or RTO Tamil Nadu is a government organisation that facilitates the issuance of registration certificates (RC) and driving licenses to vehicles plying in Tamil Nadu. Find RTO Tamil Nadu details and office address by simply entering your car number.

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      List of Tamil Nadu RTO Code

      Tamil Nadu has more than 110 RTOs that carry out all transport-related activities in the state. Below is an RTO Tamil Nadu list along with their respective RTO codes.
      City RTO Code
      RTO Chennai TN01, TN03, TN04, TN05, TN06, TN07, TN09, TN10, TN14, TN18
      RTO Anna nagar TN02
      RTO Tambaram TN11
      RTO Poonamallee TN12
      RTO Ambattur TN13
      RTO Ulundurpet TN15, TN15
      RTO Tindivanam TN16
      RTO Chengalpattu TN19
      RTO Tiruvallur TN20
      RTO Kanchipuram TN21, TN21, TN22
      RTO Vellore TN23, TN88, TN88
      RTO Krishnagiri TN24
      RTO Tiruvannamalai TN25
      RTO Salem TN27, TN30, TN52, TN54
      RTO Namakkal TN28, TN34
      RTO Dharmapuri TN29, TN29
      RTO Cuddalore TN31, TN31, TN31
      RTO Villupuram TN32
      RTO Erode TN33, TN56
      RTO Bhavani TN36, TN36
      RTO Coimbatore TN37, TN37, TN38, TN66, TN99
      RTO Tiruppur TN39, TN39
      RTO Mettupalayam TN40
      RTO Kulittalai TN41
      RTO Tirupur TN42, TN42
      RTO Udagamandalam TN43
      RTO Tiruchirappalli TN45, TN48Z
      RTO Perambalur TN46
      RTO Karur TN47
      RTO Srirangam TN48, TN48
      RTO Thanjavur TN49
      RTO Tiruvarur TN50
      RTO Nagapattinam TN51
      RTO Pudukottai TN55
      RTO Dindigul TN57, TN57, TN57
      RTO Madurai TN58, TN59, TN64
      RTO Periyakulam TN60
      RTO Ariyalur TN61
      RTO Sivaganga TN63
      RTO Ramanathapuram TN65
      RTO Virudhunagar TN67, TN67
      RTO Kumbakonam TN68
      RTO Kovilpatti TN69, TN96
      RTO Hosur TN70
      RTO Tirunelveli TN72
      RTO Ranipet TN73
      RTO Nagercoil TN74
      RTO Kanyakumari TN75
      RTO Ambasamudram TN76, TN76
      RTO Attur TN77, TN77
      RTO Dharapuram TN78, TN78
      RTO Sankarankovil TN79
      RTO Tiruchirapalli east TN81, TN81
      RTO Mayiladuthurai TN82, TN82
      RTO Tirupattur TN83, TN83
      RTO Srivilliputhur TN84, TN84
      RTO Kundrathur TN85
      RTO Erode west TN86
      RTO Sriperumbudur TN87
      RTO Salem south TN90
      RTO Chidambaram TN91
      RTO Thiruchendur TN92
      RTO Mettur TN93
      RTO Palani TN94
      RTO Sivakasi TN95
      RTO Arani TN97
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      Documents Required for Permanent Registration in Tamil Nadu RTO

      As per the motor vehicle rules, it is mandatory for every vehicle in Tamil Nadu to obtain a registration certificate from the concerned Tamil Nadu RTO. Here are the documents required for obatining a permanent RC in Tamil Nadu:

      Application Form 20 generated online

      PUC and road worthiness certificate in Form 22 from the manufacturer

      PAN card or Form 60/61

      Address Proof

      Life time Tax proof

      Insurance certificate

      Temporary RC if any

      Prescibed fees

      Passport size photos 3 copies

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      How to Get a Permanent Registration Certificate in Tamil Nadu?

      The application for a permanent registration certificate in Tamil Nadu should be made within 7 days of taking vehicle’s delivery. Follow these steps to apply for the same in Tamil Nadu RTO:

      Fill up Form 20 and submit it to the nearest RTO

      Submit the requiured document to the concerned authority

      Submit the required fees and taxes

      After the submisssion of all the documents along with fees and taxes, the vehicle is to be produced for inspection after which a registration number will be assigned to the vehicle.

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      How to Renew Registration Certificate in Tamil Nadu RTO?

      A vehicle owner must apply for renewal of RC after the completion of 15 years from original registration date. After these 15 years, the vehicle has to be renewed every five years depending upon its road-worthinesss.

      Here is how to apply for renewal of RC in Tamil Nadu RTO:

      Fill up the renewal application in Form 25 and submit it to the RTO

      Submit other documents required by the RTO

      Pay the due taxes if any

      Pay the appropriate fees as per CMV rules

      After submission of required documents, the concerned authority will inspect the vehicle for its road-worthiness after which the RC will be renewed for next 5 years.

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      Documents Required for Registration Certificate Renewal

      Here are the documents required to apply for RC renewal in Tamil Nadu:

      Application in Form 25

      Insurance certificate

      Registration certificate

      Valid PUC certificate

      Valid Tax details

      Prescribed fees

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      Documents Required for Ownership Transfer in Tamil Nadu

      When the vehicle is sold in a normal sale, its ownership is transferred to the name of purchaser. Moreover, it is also important to transfer the ownership of the vehicle to the new buyer so thatso that the previous owner shall not be held liable for liable for any legal or financial troubles related to the vehicle.

      Here are the documents required for the transfer of ownership of vehicle :

      Notice of transfer in Form-29 (in Duplicate)

      PAN or Form-60/61

      Registration certificate

      Application in Form-30 in duplicate if hypothecated

      Insurance certificate

      Valid Emission certificate

      Proof of address

      No objection certificate from the Financer

      Valid Tax paid

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      Vehicle Registration Charges in Tamil Nadu

      To register a vehicle in Tamil Nadu, the vehicle owner is required to pay certain registration charges based on the type of vehicle. The registration charges in Tamil Nadu are as follows:

      Two-wheelers: Rs. 300

      Three-wheelers/Cars: Rs. 600

      Transport vehicles: Rs. 1000

      How to Know RC Status in Tamil Nadu?

      Follow the steps mentioned below to know the status of your RC in Tamil Nadu:

      Visit the official website of Parivahan Sewa

      From the dropdown on the homepage, select the 'Online Services' tab

      Click on'Vehicle-Related Services'

      From the list of RTOs, select'Tamil Nadu' as your RTO and Proceed

      Select the'Application Status' option from the given list of services

      Enter your RC application number and click on the'Submit' option

      As soon as you submit it, the status of your vehicle's RC will be displayed in the next window.

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      How to Check Vehicle Owner Details in Tamil Nadu?

      Check Vehicle Owner Details

      The details of a vehicle owner in Tamil Nadu can be known online as well. For this, you can follow the steps mentioned below:

      Visit the Parivahan Sewa official website

      Click on the "Informational Services" dropdown

      From the dropdown, click on the "Know Your Vehicle Details" option

      Now, create a new account or log in if you have an existing account

      You can log in via mobile number and OTP

      Enter the required details along with the captcha

      Click on the "Search Online" option, and the next window will display the details of the vehicle along with its owner details.

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      Tamil Nadu Road Tax for Different Vehicles

      If you wish to drive a new legally in Tamil Nadu, it is mandatory to pay road tax in the state. The table below states the road tax for four-wheelers in Tamil Nadu:
      Age of the car Tax Vehicle up to Rs.10 lakh (% of cost)
      Less than 1 year 8.75%
      1-2 year 8.5%
      2-3 year 8.25%
      3-4 year 8%
      4-5 year 7.75%
      5-6 year 7.50%
      6-7 year 7.25%
      7-8 year 7%
      8-9 year 6.75%
      9-10 year 6.5%
      10-11 years 6.25%
      More than 11 years 6%

      Age of the car Tax Vehicle more than Rs.10 lakh
      Less than 1 year 13.75%
      1-2 year 13.5%
      2-3 year 13.25%
      3-4 year 13%
      4-5 year 12.75%
      5-6 year 12.5%
      6-7 year 12.25%
      7-8 year 12%
      8-9 year 11.75%
      9-10 year 11.5%
      10-11 years 11.25%
      More than 11 years 11%

      How to Pay Tamil Nadu Road Tax Online?

      Paying Tamil Nadu road tax online is a simple and hassle-free process. Follow the steps mentioned below to pay road tax in Tamil Nadu:

      From your browser, navigate to the Parivahan Sewa Govt. portal

      Now select the "Vehicle Related Services" option from the "Online Services" dropdown

      You will now be required to select your state as "Tamil Nadu"

      Now enter your vehicle registration number on the next page

      Click on the "Proceed" button

      Now select the "Pay Vehicle Tax" option

      Enter the vehicle's chassis number along with the reg number if required

      Enter the OTP received on your mobile number and click on Submit

      Update the required details

      Review the fees and proceed

      Pay the fees via online payment mode

      Generate the payment receipt and keep it for future reference.

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      Fine for Non-Payment of Tamil Nadu Road Tax

      As per the motor laws of India, it is mandatory to pay road tax to drive in Tamil Nadu. Failure to do so will result in heavy penalties.

      As per the latest guidelines, if the road tax is not paid for more than 45 days, then a 100% penalty of the total outstanding amount may be charged for non-payment.

      Endorsement of Hypothecation in Tamil Nadu

      If the vehicle in Tamil Nadu has been purchased on hypothecation or hire purchase, then it is essential to get such hypothecation endorsed in your vehicle’s RC. The following documents are required for endorsement of hypothecation in Tamil Nadu:

      Application of endorsement in Form 34

      No Objection Certificate from Financier

      Certificate of Registration.

      Valid Emission Certificate

      Eligible tax details

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      Termination of Hypothecation in Tamil Nadu

      A termination of hypothecation is done when all the instalments have been paid in full. In such a situation, the vehicle's ownership is fully transferred to the vehicle owner. The following documents are required to terminate hypothecation in Tamil Nadu:

      Notice of termination of hypothecation in Form-35 (with two copies)

      No Objection Certificate from Financier

      Vehicle RC

      Vehicle Insurance certificate

      Valid PUC

      Eligible taxpayer details.

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      Hypothecation Charges in Tamil Nadu

      The charges to get vehicle hypothecation endorsed or terminated in Tamil Nadu are as follows:

      Fees for Endorsement of Hypothecation:

      For a wheeler, Rs. 500 and a service charge of Rs. 25

      For all other vehicles, the fare is Rs. 800 and the service charge of Rs. 25

      For termination of hypothecation, the service charge would be Rs. 25 for all types of vehicles.

      Applying for a High-Security Number Plate in Tamil Nadu Online

      To provide enhanced security, the Government has made it mandatory for every vehicle owner in Tamil Nadu to get an HSRP number plate affixed. An HSRP plate is fixed with high security features that help in reducing the incidences of theft.
      Currently, online application of HSRP in Tamil Nadu is not available. However, a vehicle owner can apply for HSRP offline by visiting the nearest RTO.

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      Challan for Driving Without Car Insurance in Tamil Nadu

      As per the motor laws of India, it is illegal to drive on the roads of Tamil Nadu without a valid car insurance policy. If caught driving without one, you may have to face legal consequences along with heavy traffic fines. The fine for driving without insurance in Tamil Nadu is:

      Rs. 2,000 for the first offence

      Rs 4,000 for the second or subsequent offence

      How to Buy Vehicle Insurance in Tamil Nadu?

      Having a valid vehicle insurance policy is a mandatory requirement under the motor laws of India. If you want to legally drive in India, you must atleast have a valid third party insurance policy for your vehicle.

      If you have recently purchased a car in Tamil Nadu, here is how you can easily purchase a car insurance online from Policybazaar Insurance Brokers Private Limited.

      Visit the homepage of Policybazaar.com and select ‘Car Insurance’ page

      On the given form, enter your car number and proceed further

      From the list of RTOs, select the Tamil Nadu RTO from where you got your car registered

      Now select the make, model, variant and registration year of your car

      From the given car insurance plans, select the plan that suits your budget

      Select the add-ons that you wish to include in your plan

      Once decided, pay the premium amount using the given online payment modes

      As soon as you have paid the premium, your car insurance policy document will be mailed to you.

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      Frequently asked question about RTO

      It usually takes 5 to 7 days to get an RC, after applying for registration in Tamil Nadu RTO.

      To apply for a duplicate RC in Tamil Nadu, you will need to submit the following documents to the concerned RTO:

      • Form 26 (application form)
      • Police certificate
      • Valid insurance certificate
      • NOC from the financier
      • Valid Pollution under control certificate
      • Valid tax paid details
      • Prescribed fees

      You can apply for address change in the concerned TN RTO by submitting the following documents:

      • Duly filled Form 33
      • Valid insurance certificate
      • Proof of new adress
      • Valid emission certificate
      • NOC from the financier (under hypothecation)
      • Valid tax paid
      • Fees

      To check the details of your vehicle registratration in Tamil Nadu, you can visit the Tamil Nadu transport website. You can also know the details of your RC online, you can visit the Parivahan portal website.

      You can download a duplicate copy of your four-wheeler insurance online from the official website of the insurer. Additionally, if you are a Policybazaar customer, you can also download a soft copy of your car policy from your account dashboard on Policybazaar.com.

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