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Vehicle Registration (RC)
Every new motor vehicle must be registered before use on public roads. The Registration Certificate (RC) proves ownership and gives the vehicle its number.
The short answer
Every new motor vehicle must be registered before use on public roads. The Registration Certificate (RC) proves ownership and gives the vehicle its number.
Source: icicilombard.com. Not yet matched to an official page; confirm on the official portal before paying.
Official fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Motorcycle or scooter | ₹300 |
| Car, three wheeler or quadricycle (private) | ₹600 |
| Light motor vehicle (transport) | ₹1,000 |
| Imported motorcycle | ₹2,500 |
| Imported car | ₹5,000 |
| Smart card RC (extra) | ₹200 |
| Hypothecation entry (loan): two wheeler / car | ₹500 / ₹1,500 |
Checked on 27 Sep 2026 Source
Documents to keep ready
Tick what you already have. The shared list shows each one as ready or pending.
How to apply
- Buy the vehicle from an authorised dealer
- The dealer uploads your details and documents on Vahan (dealer point registration)
- Pay registration fee, state road tax and other charges, usually to the dealer
- The RTO approves and allots the registration number
- The dealer fits the High Security Registration Plate
- The RC is sent by post and can also be seen in DigiLocker or mParivahan
By state
This fee is set by each state, so it differs. Each row shows whether we matched it to the official government site.
| State | Fee | Time | Where to apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Car 4% to 10% of price (petrol), 5% to 12.5% (diesel); 2W: see portalNot officially verified Source | At purchase, via dealer | vahan.parivahan.gov.inDiesel pays 25% extra. No two-wheeler rate is listed; check transport.delhi.gov.in. Company-owned vehicles pay more. Plus central registration fee ₹600 car, ₹300 2W, ₹200 smart card, hypothecation ₹1,500 car / ₹500 2W if on loan |
| Maharashtra | Car 11% to 13% petrol, 13% to 15% diesel, 7% to 9% CNG/LPG by price; 2W 10% to 12% by ccChecked on 28 Sep 2026 Source | At purchase, via dealer | vahan.parivahan.gov.inRates for individuals; companies 20%. Battery EVs exempt. Plus central registration fee ₹600 car, ₹300 2W, ₹200 smart card, hypothecation ₹1,500 car / ₹500 2W if on loan |
| West Bengal | Car 10% of price or ₹40,000 to ₹1,00,000 by cc, whichever is higher (lifetime); 2W 6.5% to 10% or ₹1,800 to ₹5,800 by ccNot officially verified Source | At purchase, via dealer | vahan.parivahan.gov.inCars can instead pay 5.5% (min ₹17,000 to ₹45,000) for 5 years at a time. Plus central registration fee ₹600 car, ₹300 2W, ₹200 smart card, hypothecation ₹1,500 car / ₹500 2W if on loan |
| Tamil Nadu | Car 12% to 20% of price by slab; 2W 10% (up to ₹1 lakh) or 12%Checked on 28 Sep 2026 Source | At purchase, via dealer | vahan.parivahan.gov.inLife tax from TN MV Taxation (Amendment) Act 2023, in force Nov 2023. Plus central registration fee ₹600 car, ₹300 2W, ₹200 smart card, hypothecation ₹1,500 car / ₹500 2W if on loan |
| Karnataka | Car 13% to 18% of price by slab; 2W 10% to 18%; plus cess on taxNot officially verified Source | At purchase, via dealer | vahan.parivahan.gov.inLifetime tax. EVs taxed at lower slabs. Plus central registration fee ₹600 car, ₹300 2W, ₹200 smart card, hypothecation ₹1,500 car / ₹500 2W if on loan |
| Telangana | Car 13% to 18% of price by slab; 2W 9% (below ₹50,000) or 12%Not officially verified Source | At purchase, via dealer | vahan.parivahan.gov.inLifetime tax; 2% extra for a second vehicle in the same name. Plus central registration fee ₹600 car, ₹300 2W, ₹200 smart card, hypothecation ₹1,500 car / ₹500 2W if on loan |
| Gujarat | Car 6% of price; 2W 6% of priceNot officially verified Source | At purchase, via dealer | vahan.parivahan.gov.inLifetime tax for individuals. EVs reported at 1% until 31 Mar 2027 (not officially confirmed). Plus central registration fee ₹600 car, ₹300 2W, ₹200 smart card, hypothecation ₹1,500 car / ₹500 2W if on loan |
| Uttar Pradesh | Car 9% of price up to ₹10 lakh, 11% above; 2W 7% up to ₹40,000, 10% above (one-time tax)Not officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inCentral fees on top: registration ₹600 car / ₹300 two-wheeler, smart card RC ₹200, hypothecation endorsement if on loan. Car rates raised April 2025. EVs exempt 14 Oct 2025 to 13 Oct 2027 (reported for UP-made EVs) |
| Bihar | Car and 2W: 8% up to ₹1 lakh, 9% ₹1 to 8 lakh, 10% ₹8 to 15 lakh, 12% above (one-time tax, 15 years)Not officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inCentral fees on top: registration ₹600 car / ₹300 two-wheeler, smart card RC ₹200, hypothecation endorsement if on loan. July 2026 cabinet approved a hike (reported about 1% more on bikes, 13% on cars above ₹15 lakh); not yet confirmed by notification |
| Rajasthan | Car by engine: petrol 6% up to 800cc, 9% up to 1200cc, 10% above (diesel 2% more); 2W 4% up to 100cc, 8% up to 200cc, 13% up to 500cc, 15% above; plus 12.5% surchargeChecked on 28 Sep 2026 Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inCentral fees on top: registration ₹600 car / ₹300 two-wheeler, smart card RC ₹200, hypothecation endorsement if on loan. Rates by cc, not price (Feb 2023 notification) |
| Madhya Pradesh | Car petrol 8% up to ₹10 lakh, 10% up to ₹20 lakh, 14% above (diesel 10%, 12%, 16%); 2W rate not listedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inCentral fees on top: registration ₹600 car / ₹300 two-wheeler, smart card RC ₹200, hypothecation endorsement if on loan. Lifetime tax; official MP transport site did not load, rates from insurer/calculator sites |
| Haryana | Car 5% up to ₹6 lakh, 8% ₹6 to 20 lakh, 10% above; 2W 4% up to ₹75,000, 6% up to ₹2 lakh, 8% above (one-time tax)Checked on 28 Sep 2026 Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inCentral fees on top: registration ₹600 car / ₹300 two-wheeler, smart card RC ₹200, hypothecation endorsement if on loan. Same rate for all fuels per official page; EV exemption reported, not officially verified |
| Chhattisgarh | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top (cgtransport.gov.in) |
| Uttarakhand | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top (transport.uk.gov.in) |
| Goa | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top (goatransport.gov.in) |
| Chandigarh | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top (chdtransport.gov.in) |
| Himachal Pradesh | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top (himachal.nic.in/transport) |
| Jammu and Kashmir | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top (jaktrans.nic.in) |
| Kerala | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top |
| Andhra Pradesh | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top |
| Punjab | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top |
| Odisha | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top |
| Assam | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top |
| Jharkhand | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on vahan.parivahan.gov.in. | vahan.parivahan.gov.inNo one-time road tax rate for this state is listed on the official pages we checked. Ask the RTO. The central registration fee applies on top |
Check the amount on the official portal, or ask the office, before paying.
New vehicles come with an HSRP number plate. Pending challans can block registration services. HSRP number plate guide
Need it as a PDF? Follow the official download steps. Download driving licence and RC as PDF
Good to know
- State road tax is usually the biggest cost and differs a lot by state, vehicle price and fuel type. It is paid along with registration.
- Ask the dealer for a clear break up of fees, tax, HSRP and handling charges, and check the official fee on the receipt.
- A vehicle must be registered within 7 days of delivery. Do not drive it without registration or a valid temporary registration.
After you apply
What to do once the form is submitted: where to track it, how long it takes, why it gets rejected and what the law says if you do not have it.
Track your application
Typical time
Usually done by the dealer at the time of sale; RC card follows by post
Not officially verified
If you do not have it or miss the deadline
Driving a vehicle that is not registered can bring a fine of ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 for the first time. A repeat offence can mean jail up to 1 year, or a fine of ₹5,000 to ₹10,000. This is from secondary sources and not confirmed on an official page.
Law: Motor Vehicles Act 1988 section 39 and 192
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Common reasons for rejection and how to fix them
| Reason | How to fix it |
|---|---|
| Documents are missing or not clear | Upload clear, full scans of every document the dealer or RTO asks for. |
| Name or address does not match your ID proof | Use the same name and address on all papers, or get the wrong paper corrected first. |
| Road tax or fee not paid in full | Pay the pending amount on the Vahan payment page and keep the receipt. |
| Vehicle details on the invoice or Form 21 do not match the chassis or engine number | Ask the dealer to correct the invoice and upload the right papers again. |
Not officially verified
Govt License is an independent guide. Fines and rules change, so confirm on the official portal. Items marked Not officially verified could not be checked on an official page.
Common questions
Who registers a new vehicle, me or the dealer?
For new vehicles, the dealer usually registers it for you on the Vahan portal. You pay the fees and tax through the dealer.
How long is an RC valid?
For private vehicles, 15 years from registration. After that it can be renewed for 5 years at a time after a fitness check.
Is a digital RC valid?
Yes. An RC in DigiLocker or mParivahan is accepted as a valid document.
Aksar pooche jaane wale sawaal
Yahi jaankari, Hinglish mein.
Nayi gaadi ka registration (RC) kaise karaye?
vahan.parivahan.gov.in par apply karein. Steps: Buy the vehicle from an authorised dealer; The dealer uploads your details and documents on Vahan (dealer point registration); Pay registration fee, state road tax and other charges, usually to the dealer; The RTO approves and allots the registration number.
Gaadi ka registration (RC) banane mein kitna fees lagta hai?
Gaadi ka registration (RC) ki fees har state mein alag hai. Upar 'Your state' mein apna state chunein. Kuch states: Delhi: Car 4% to 10% of price (petrol), 5% to 12.5% (diesel); 2W: see portal; Uttar Pradesh: Car 9% of price up to ₹10 lakh, 11% above; 2W 7% up to ₹40,000, 10% above (one-time tax); Bihar: Car and 2W: 8% up to ₹1 lakh, 9% ₹1 to 8 lakh, 10% ₹8 to 15 lakh, 12% above (one-time tax, 15 years); Rajasthan: Car by engine: petrol 6% up to 800cc, 9% up to 1200cc, 10% above (diesel 2% more); 2W 4% up to 100cc, 8% up to 200cc, 13% up to 500cc, 15% above; plus 12.5% surcharge; Madhya Pradesh: Car petrol 8% up to ₹10 lakh, 10% up to ₹20 lakh, 14% above (diesel 10%, 12%, 16%); 2W rate not listed; Haryana: Car 5% up to ₹6 lakh, 8% ₹6 to 20 lakh, 10% above; 2W 4% up to ₹75,000, 6% up to ₹2 lakh, 8% above (one-time tax).
Gaadi ka registration (RC) ke liye kaun se documents chahiye?
Yeh documents taiyaar rakhein: Form 20 application for registration; Form 21 sale certificate from the dealer; Form 22 roadworthiness certificate from the maker; Valid insurance; Proof of address, e.g. Aadhaar; Sale invoice and PAN or Form 60; Form 34 if the vehicle is bought on loan.
Gaadi ka registration (RC) kitne din mein milta hai?
Aam taur par: Usually done by the dealer at the time of sale; RC card follows by post.
Gaadi ka registration (RC) ka application status kaise check karein?
Official link par application ya reference number daalkar status dekhein. Link upar 'After you apply' mein diye hain: Check your application status on Vahan, Parivahan Sewa home. Apply karne ke baad kam se kam utna time rukein: Usually done by the dealer at the time of sale; RC card follows by post.
Gaadi ka registration (RC) ka application reject ho jaye to kya karein?
Portal par likhi wajah padhein, galat ya dhundhle document badalkar dobara apply karein. Sabse aam wajah aur unka solution upar 'After you apply' mein diye gaye hain. Jahan 'Not officially verified' likha hai wahan official site se pakka kar lein.
Bina Gaadi ka registration (RC) ke pakde gaye to kya hoga?
Kanoon (Motor Vehicles Act 1988 section 39 and 192) ke tahat jurmana ya saza ho sakti hai. Rakam aur details upar 'After you apply' mein English mein di gayi hain. Jahan 'Not officially verified' likha hai wahan official source se pakka kar lein.
Sources: rajnivesh.rajasthan.gov.in transport.telangana.gov.in vahan.parivahan.gov.in
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