Kollam RTO: RTO Office in Kollam - Address, Phone & Timings

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:16 AM IST

Updated on 5 Jul, 2022, 11:56 AM IST

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All About Kollam Regional Transport Office (RTO)

The RTO of Kollam was formed under The Motor Vehicles Act of 1988 to provide various transport-related services. Kollam is one of the prominent trading cities of Kerala, and it is also known for varied modern industries such as cashew nut processing and fisheries.

Industrial development has resulted in strong economic growth, which has translated to a rapid increase in the number of vehicles in the city. That’s why the Kollam Regional Transport Office holds such a vital role in the smooth functioning of the city administration.

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Kollam RTO: Contact Details

Here are the important details of RTO Kollam.

Kollam RTO Office (KL-02)

The following table will provide you with information such as Kollam RTO code, office address, helpline number and office working hours.

RTO Code	KL-02
State	Kerala
Address	Near Anandavalleswaram Temple, Civil Station, Anandavalleswaram, Kollam, Kerala - 691013
Contact Number	0474-2793499
Email ID	[email protected]
Working Hours	10 AM To 5 PM

Services offered by Kollam RTO

The RTO of Kollam offers different types of services related to vehicles and drivers. Mentioned below are some of the important services provided by the Kerala Transport Department.

Grant/renewal of Learner’s Licence (LL) and Driving Licence (DL).
Registration/re-registration of vehicles and Issuance/renewal of Registration Certificates (RC).
Organising tests/repeat tests for the issuance of LL and DL.
Grant/renewal of permits for transport and commercial vehicles.
Collection of road tax and service fees.

You can go through the following sections for more information pertaining to the RTO Kollam services.

Learner’s Licence

RTO Kollam organises theory tests for LL applicants to determine whether an individual is fit to learn driving. Post the test clearance; it grants the licence to the applicants. Other services include licence renewal, correction of details, and issuance of duplicate copies.

Driving Licence

The RTO office in Kollam conducts driving tests for DL applicants. The test determines whether an individual is eligible to drive vehicles on the road. Other services include grant/renewal of the licence, including new vehicles class in DL, correction of details, etc.

Registration Certificate

The Kollam RTO registers all new and old vehicles for the issuance of Registration Certificates. Other related services include RC renewal, issuance of a duplicate certificate, vehicle ownership transfer, addition or removal of loan hypothecation, revision of details, etc.

Permits

The RTO of Kollam also provides various permits for commercial and transport vehicles in the city. The permits include contract carriage, local, state, national and tourist permits.

Traffic Rules

The RTO office of Kollam ensures that all the traffic rules and regulations are implemented across the city. It also takes necessary measures to improve road safety and penalise traffic rule offenders.

Also, read: All You Need to Know About a Regional Transport Office (RTO)

RTO Fees in Kollam

The following sections are all about RTO fees in Kollam. You can go through the tables below for more information.

Driving Licence Fees

Refer to the table below for Driving Licence fees in Kollam RTO.

Service	Fees
Grant/Renewal of Driving Licence (DL)	Rs. 200
Test or Retest for Driving Licence	Rs. 300
Issue/Renewal of Learner’s Licence (LL)	Rs. 150
Test or Retest for Learner’s Licence	Rs. 50
Addition of new vehicle class to existing DL	Rs. 500
A duplicate copy of LL	Rs. 150
A duplicate copy of DL	Rs. 500
Change of address in DL	Rs. 200
Change of particulars in DL	Rs. 50
Grant of International Driving Licence	Rs. 1,000

Kollam RTO Registration Charges

Refer to the table below for RTO vehicle registration fees in Kollam.

Vehicle Class	Fees (Issue/Renewal)
Three-wheeler/Light Motor Vehicle (LMV)/Quadricycle	Rs. 600 (Non-transport)
Three-wheeler/Light Motor Vehicle (LMV)/Quadricycle	Rs. 1,000 (Transport)
Two-wheeler	Rs. 300
Invalid Carriage	Rs. 50
Heavy Goods/Passenger Vehicle	Rs. 1,500
Medium Goods/Passenger Vehicle	Rs. 1,000
Imported Two-wheeler	Rs. 2,500
Imported Vehicle	Rs. 5,000
Other Vehicles	Rs. 3,000
A duplicate copy of Registration Certificate (RC)	50% of the Registration charges
Ownership Transfer in RC	50% of the Registration charges
Change of Address/Particulars in RC	50% of the Registration charges
Temporary Registration Certificate	Rs. 100
Issuance of No Objection Certificate	Rs. 200
Validation of Hypothecation/Hire Purchase Agreement
Two-wheeler/Invalid Carriage	Rs. 500
Medium Passenger Vehicle/Medium Goods Vehicle	Rs. 3,000
Heavy Goods Vehicle/Heavy Passenger Vehicle	Rs. 3,000
Quadricycle/Three-wheeler/LMV (Light Motor Vehicle)	Rs. 1,500
Imported Vehicle	Two-wheeler - Rs. 500
Imported Vehicle	Three-wheeler/LMV/Quadricycle - Rs. 1,500
Imported Vehicle	Medium Vehicle/Heavy Vehicle - Rs. 3,000

Fitness Certificate Charges

Here are the Fitness Certificate (FC) charges at Kollam RTO.

Service	Fees
Vehicle Testing for Issue/Renewal of Fitness Certificate
LMV (Light Motor Vehicle )	Rs. 600 (Automatic)
LMV (Light Motor Vehicle )	Rs. 400 (Manual)
Medium Passenger Vehicle/Medium Goods Vehicle	Rs. 1,000 (Automatic)
Medium Passenger Vehicle/Medium Goods Vehicle	Rs. 600 (Manual)
Heavy Passenger Vehicle/Heavy Goods Vehicle	Rs. 1,000 (Automatic)
Heavy Passenger Vehicle/Heavy Goods Vehicle	Rs. 600 (Manual)
Quadricycle/Three-wheeler	Rs. 600 (Automatic)
Quadricycle/Three-wheeler	Rs. 400 (Manual)
Two-wheeler	Rs. 400 (Automatic)
Two-wheeler	Rs. 200 (Manual)
Grant/Renewal of Fitness Certificate	Rs. 200

Permit Charges (Transport Vehicles)

Refer to the below table for permit-related charges in Kollam.

Permit	Fees (Issue/Renewal)
State Permit (Goods Carriage)	Rs. 1,000 (LGV)
State Permit (Goods Carriage)	Rs. 1,500 (Others)
National Permit (Goods Carriage)	Rs. 2,500
Stage Carriage	Rs. 5,500
Tourist Taxi (All India)	Rs. 1,500
OmniBus Tourist (All India)	Rs. 2,500
Contract Carriage
Two-wheeler/Auto Rickshaw (City Permit)	Rs. 300
Vehicles with over 20 seats	Rs. 3,500
Vehicles with 13-20 seats	Rs. 3,000
Vehicles with 8-12 seats	Rs. 2,000
Motor Cab	Rs. 700
Temporary Permit
State Permit (Goods Carriage)	Rs. 250 (LGV)
State Permit (Goods Carriage)	400 (Others)
National Permit (Goods Carriage)	Rs. 400
Vehicles with over 20 seats (Contract Carriage)	Rs. 500
A vehicle with 13-20 seats (Contract Carriage)	Rs. 300
Maxicab (Contract Carriage)	Rs. 200
Stage Carriage (Special Permit)	Rs. 500
Other Vehicles (Special Permit)	Rs. 250
A duplicate copy of Permit	Rs. 200 + Rs. 100 (Service Charge)

Kollam RTO official website

The official website of the RTO Kollam is https://mvd.kerala.gov.in/en. If you wish to know more details about the Regional Transport Office in Kollam, you can refer to this website.

Disclaimer: The information mentioned on this page is compiled from different websites and government sources. The information may be updated from time to time. Hence, please refer to the respective government websites and verify before making any RTO-related decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions:

The list of RTO services is a long one, and terminologies involved can be confusing for someone who is availing these services for the very first time. To clear the confusion, below are some of the most common queries related to Kollam RTO services:

Can I check vehicle owner details online in Kollam?

Yes, you can check vehicle owner details online by logging on to the Kerala Motor Vehicle Department website. Select the vehicle details option, enter the vehicle registration and chassis number to get the owner details online.

Can I apply for a learner’s licence online at Kollam RTO?

Yes, you can apply for a learner’s licence online in Kollam. Log on to the Sarathi online portal and select learner’s licence option under the Apply Online menu.

I lost my original driving licence. Will the Kollam RTO provide me with a duplicate copy of DL?

Yes, you can apply for a duplicate copy of driving licence at Kollam RTO. You need to submit the relevant documents and pay the fees for the same.

I am going abroad. Can I get an international driving licence at Kollam RTO?

Yes, you can apply for an International Driving Permit in Kollam. You need to submit all the relevant documents such as valid passport, permanent driving licence, visa issued by the visiting country and passport-size photographs.

Can I drive a vehicle without a registration number in Kollam?

No, you cannot drive a vehicle without a registration number. You have to obtain a temporary registration number if you are driving the vehicle to a different location for registration. It is mandatory to register the vehicle within seven days of purchase.

My learner’s licence has expired. Can I apply for a driving licence in Kollam?

No, you cannot apply for a driving licence if the learner’s licence is expired. You have to appear for the driving test with a valid learner’s licence.

What documents are required to renew the registration certificate at Kollam RTO?

You need to submit the following documents to renew the registration certificate:

>Expired registration certificate>Insurance certificate>Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate>Address proof>Proof of payment of road tax

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