PY · South India
All RTO Offices in Puducherry (5 offices)
Puducherry vehicles use the PY state-code prefix on their number plates. Below is the complete list of RTOs registered in Puducherry — code, city, and a direct link to look up any vehicle registered there.
RTO list
5 RTO offices in Puducherry
Click any code to look up vehicles registered there.
How to check
Check any Puducherry vehicle's full details
Owner, RC, challans, insurance, PUC — for any PY number plate.
1
Install the app
Free download from Google Play. No registration. Works offline once installed.
2
Enter the number
Type any PY registration — e.g. PY 01 AB 1234.
3
See full details
RC, owner, pending challans, insurance, PUC, fitness, RTO — all in one screen.
FAQ
Puducherry RTO — frequently asked questions
What does the PY prefix on a number plate mean?
The PY prefix indicates the vehicle is registered in Puducherry. The two digits after the prefix identify the specific RTO office (e.g. PY-01 = the first RTO listed above).
How many RTOs are there in Puducherry?
Puducherry has 5 RTO offices listed in our directory. The capital is Puducherry, which typically hosts the head RTO. Smaller districts have ARTOs (Assistant RTOs).
Can I check a Puducherry vehicle from outside the state?
Yes — the Vehicle Information app works for all India regardless of where you are. PY plates can be looked up from any state.
Where can I find the contact number for a specific Puducherry 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 PY vehicle to another state?
You'll need a NOC from your current Puducherry RTO followed by re-registration in the new state. See our NOC guide for the full step-by-step process.