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RTO Fees in India — Complete Fee Structure for All Services (2026) | Vehicle Information

RTO charges in India are governed by the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989, with state-level variations. Use this chart as a baseline before visiting your local RTO. Costs assume LMV (light motor vehicle) — heavier vehicles attract higher fees.

In this guide
  1. Registration & RC
  2. Driving Licence
  3. Fitness & Permits
  4. NOC, Hypothecation, Surrender
  5. Penalty for late renewal
  6. FAQ

Registration & RC

New vehicle registration: ₹600-₹1500. Smart card RC: ₹200. Renewal of RC (after 15 years): ₹1500. Duplicate RC: ₹500-₹1500. Transfer of ownership: ₹300-₹500 (2W), ₹500-₹1500 (4W). HSRP plate: ₹400-₹1100.

Driving Licence

Learners licence: ₹150 + ₹50 test fee. Permanent DL (smart card): ₹200 application + ₹50 test fee + ₹200 smart card. Duplicate DL: ₹200. Renewal DL: ₹200. Endorsement of new class: ₹500.

Fitness & Permits

Fitness Certificate (FC) for transport vehicles: ₹600 (manual), ₹1000 (automated). Permit fees vary by category — Stage carriage: ₹525, Goods: ₹400, Tourist: ₹1000-₹2000. International Driving Permit: ₹1000.

NOC, Hypothecation, Surrender

NOC for inter-state transfer: ₹100-₹500. Endorsement of hypothecation: ₹100. Removal of hypothecation: ₹100. Surrender of RC: ₹100. Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate: ₹60-₹120.

Penalty for late renewal

Late RC renewal: ₹100/month. Late road tax: ~₹100/month. Driving without licence: ₹5,000 fine + 3-month imprisonment. Driving without insurance: ₹2,000 fine + 3-month imprisonment.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I pay RTO fees online?
Yes, most states (Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu) accept payment via parivahan.gov.in for RC, fitness, transfer and duplicate. Some still require an in-person visit.
Do fees vary by state?
Application fees are uniform (CMV Rules), but state taxes (road tax, registration tax, green cess) vary widely. Karnataka and Maharashtra are highest; UP and West Bengal lower.
Is GST applicable?
No, RTO statutory fees are exempt from GST. Smart card material fees and private agent fees may attract GST.
Can I get a refund of paid fees if rejected?
Application fees are non-refundable. Road tax and registration tax can be refunded pro-rata if you transfer to another state.
How to verify the official fee?
Always check parivahan.gov.in for the latest. Beware of agents quoting inflated 'service charges' beyond the official fee.
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