KA · South India

All RTO Offices in Karnataka (70 offices)

Karnataka vehicles use the KA state-code prefix on their number plates. Below is the complete list of RTOs registered in Karnataka — code, city, and a direct link to look up any vehicle registered there.

How to check

Check any Karnataka vehicle's full details

Owner, RC, challans, insurance, PUC — for any KA number plate.

1

Install the app

Free download from Google Play. No registration. Works offline once installed.

2

Enter the number

Type any KA registration — e.g. KA 01 AB 1234.

3

See full details

RC, owner, pending challans, insurance, PUC, fitness, RTO — all in one screen.

FAQ

Karnataka RTO — frequently asked questions

What does the KA prefix on a number plate mean?
The KA prefix indicates the vehicle is registered in Karnataka. The two digits after the prefix identify the specific RTO office (e.g. KA-01 = the first RTO listed above).
How many RTOs are there in Karnataka?
Karnataka has 70 RTO offices listed in our directory. The capital is Bengaluru, which typically hosts the head RTO. Smaller districts have ARTOs (Assistant RTOs).
Can I check a Karnataka vehicle from outside the state?
Yes — the Vehicle Information app works for all India regardless of where you are. KA plates can be looked up from any state.
Where can I find the contact number for a specific Karnataka RTO?
Click on any RTO city in the list above to see its detail page with contact information (where available). Or visit the official Parivahan portal at parivahan.gov.in.
How do I transfer a KA vehicle to another state?
You'll need a NOC from your current Karnataka RTO followed by re-registration in the new state. See our NOC guide for the full step-by-step process.