Car loans with easy EMI (Equated Monthly Installment) options at affordable interest rates have truly simplified the whole process of purchasing a new car. However, as long as the loan continues, the vehicle remains legally owned by the creditor/financial institution. So, as soon as you repay the loan, make sure that you remove the hypothecation from the RC (Registration Certificate). This article throws light on how to remove hypothecation from the Registration Certificate after car loan termination.

Are you planning to relocate to Bangalore from another state with your vehicle? If yes, then you need to fulfil several legal formalities. One such formality is getting a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Regional Transport Office (RTO), where your bike or car was registered initially.

NOC allows you to legally ride your vehicle in a different state and eases the process of re-registration of the vehicle at the new RTO as well. 

Let’s talk about how you can apply for NOC for a vehicle from another state to Bangalore.

The Regional Transport Office (RTO) or bank issues the NOC or No Objection Certificate for your vehicle stating that they do not have any objection to the details mentioned in the certificate. The government has made it easier for car owners to apply for the RTO NOC online and several banks have made the process for the Bank NOC easier through the online method. Applying for the NOC from your bank or from the RTO online is a simple procedure. Read on to learn about how to apply for the No Objection Certificate for your car online.

Vehicles are an integral part of people’s lives. Be it a two-wheeler, a car, or cabs, Indians rely on these vehicles to meet their transportation needs. Usually, one associates the vehicle industry with huge manufacturing plants and enticing showrooms. However, the back-end managerial aspect associated with the industry often goes unnoticed.

The RTOs handle most of the operational aspects of the vehicle industry. RTOs are usually associated with a driving license and car registrations; however, they are responsible for executing several other tasks related to the entire vehicle ecosystem. Read ahead to know more about RTO, its functions, and other information.

To drive your car on Indian roads, you need to register the vehicle at your respective Regional Transport Office or RTO. An RC serves as the proof of ownership, including vehicle information and personal details such as name and residential address.

Now, there may be times when you move to a new place of residence or change your city. In such situations, it is essential to get your RC updated with the new address to avoid any hassles in the future. This step-by-step guide will help you understand how to change the address in RC Book. 

But first, let’s look at the documents required for the change of address process in RC Book.

Towards the end of the 19th century, motor vehicles were introduced in India and The Indian Motor Vehicles Act, 1914, was passed by British India to regulate the use of it. The MV Act, 1988 replaced it and gave state governments the responsibility of registering and licencing motor vehicles. The Act mandates the owner to register the vehicle to drive it legally on public roads. One of the popular ways is to get it done is through the vehicle dealer or you could do it yourself. Read on to learn about the new vehicle registration process, renewal and how to check the status.

A Regional Transport Office (RTO) Vehicle Fitness Certificate is issued to vehicles used for commercial purposes. Non-transport vehicles i.e. private vehicles like cars or bikes do not need a fitness certificate. Private vehicles require a roadworthiness certificate. Earlier, it was possible to make an application for getting a Fitness Certificate only by personally visiting the nearest RTO. However, thanks to digitization this process can partially be completed online. After making an online application for a fitness certificate, the applicant can visit the RTO for the inspection process.

This article contains all the information that is required for getting a fitness certificate for a commercial vehicle from a Regional Transport Office (RTO). Read on to know more.

The Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) are an integral part of India’s transport system. Formed under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, RTOs are responsible for providing vehicle and driver-related services to the citizens. RTO Offices in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) deal with services such as registration/re-registration of vehicles, grant/renewal of LL and DL, issuance of permits for transport vehicles, vehicle testing for issue/renewal of the certificate of fitness, collection of road tax and regulating transport and traffic rules. This article will provide you with all the information related to Jammu and Kashmir RTO offices along with helpline numbers, contact address and office timings.

Even dreaming about owning an imported vehicle seems like an expensive affair. If you happen to be someone who can afford this luxury, then first of all congratulations. Secondly, you need to know the details regarding the legal angle associated with it. Whether you are importing a zooming bike or a four-wheeled beast, read ahead to know RTO rules and regulations for imported vehicles.

A Regional Transport Office (RTO) is an important organization in the life of a car owner. The RTO assumes significance right from the time you learn to ride a car. It is a Government agency entrusted with the responsibility of maintaining a database related to vehicles and their owners.

Apart from this, the RTO issues different types of driving licenses and organizes the collection of road tax. It functions under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. RTOs are spread across different Indian states and cities. Read ahead to know the significance of Regional Transport Office (RTO) before, during, and after purchasing a car.