Maharashtra RTO

In a state as large as Maharashtra, clearly a single Regional Transport Office cannot address the needs of the residents. Therefore, there are 50 offices under Maharashtra RTO. While the residents can visit these offices to avail the many services they offer, they also have the option of using the Maharashtra RTO website which is more convenient and largely paperless. Furthermore, the department has a 24x7, dedicated toll-free number 1800 120 8040 for the assistance of citizens.

The most commonly, Maharashtra RTO, availed services include state and national transport permits, various driving licences based on the type of vehicle, temporary and permanent registration of the automobile, payment of state road taxes, etc.

There are 50 RTO offices available in the state. Here is the Maharashtra RTO code list containing a few of them, where you can get the MH RTO vehicle information.

According to the legislation, you must do the Maharashtra vehicle registration in order to drive/ride on the state’s road. You may go to the Maharashtra RTO website https://transport.maharashtra.gov.in/1035/Home or visit the Maharashtra RTO office available in your city to complete the Maharashtra RTO registration of your vehicle.

Here is the list of documents required for the Maharashtra RTO vehicle registration

• Form 20

• Form 21

• Form 22A, or the vehicle's manufacturer's roadworthiness certificate

• If the car is purchased on loan, the financer must provide Form 28 or a No Objection Certificate (NOC).

• Purchase invoice

• In the event of an imported car, a Customs Bill is required.

• If the vehicle is purchased for commercial use, complete TCR and TCA forms.

• PAN card or Form 60

• Vehicle insurance certificate

• Resident proof

• Passport size photographs

Like Maharashtra vehicle registration, the government has also mandated riders to have motor insurance. According to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the Indian government has made it obligatory to purchase at least third-party car insurance for everybody who owns or operates a vehicle in India. If the traffic officials find any person violating the law, he/she will be punished in the form of a hefty fine. The officials are also allowed to take legal action against the person if necessary. The premiums for third party insurance are generally lower, but one should go for a comprehensive insurance plan, as they provide a wider coverage for the extra cost. To ensure a smooth experience and save time, acquire automobile insurance through the Bajaj Markets platform. Bajaj Markets does not provide insurance; nonetheless, some organizations on the platform provide automobile insurance online via the portal. You can purchase from any of them.

Here are the functions provided by the Maharashtra RTO.

Registration of the Vehicle

MH RTO is responsible for granting motor vehicle registration certificates (Permanent or temporary), transferring vehicle ownership, changing registration data, and renewing the registration certificates.

Driving License

People can obtain their driving licence from the MH RTO, including duplicate license, commercial license, and so on.

Vehicle Inspection

MH RTO does the vehicle inspection for its mechanical fitness and pollution to make sure that the vehicle's pollution is under control and is not harming the environment.

Revenue Collection for the Government

Collecting of Motor Vehicle Tax or Road Tax, in accordance with the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988, as well as handling any motor department action matters and collecting vehicle inspection fees, also fall under the MH RTO function.

Granting Permits

MH RTO issues tourist and transportation licences such as the International Driving Permit, as well as inter-state and national commercial vehicle permits.

Here is the table containing the Maharashtra RTO fees details. 

Apart from these fees, RTO also collects fines and penalties from people who do not abide by the different traffic laws. 

An individual must register his/her vehicle in order to legally drive a motor vehicle in the city of Maharashtra. Unregistered vehicles are not permitted in Maharashtra, and if you do so, you will have to face legal consequences. In addition to the registration, you must opt for auto insurance to protect your vehicle from unfortunate events.