Lucknow RTO: RTO Offices in Lucknow, Address, Phone & Timings

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:17 AM IST

Updated on 5 Jul, 2022, 12:36 PM IST

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All About Lucknow Regional Transport Office (RTO)

The RTO of Lucknow was established under the provisions of The Motor Vehicles Act to carry out transport-related services. Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is a historically significant city in the country. It comprises several historical monuments and is a major tourist attraction.

Development of tourism and strong economic growth has resulted in a rapid increase in the number of vehicles in the city. Hence, the role of the Lucknow Regional Transport Office becomes crucial for the smooth administration of transport services. This page provides details such as Lucknow RTO code, office address, helpline number and office hours.

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Lucknow RTO: Contact Details

Here are the key details of the RTO office in Lucknow.

Lucknow RTO Office (UP-32)

Here’s a table with Lucknow RTO’s contact details and office timings.

RTO Code/Number	UP-32
Office Address	Hind Nagar Colony, Transport Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh ‒ 226012
Helpline Number:	1800-180-0151/0522-2613978
Email ID	[email protected]
State	Uttar Pradesh
Office Timings	10 AM ‒ 5 PM

Services offered by Lucknow RTO

The RTO of Lucknow offers vehicle and driver-related services as per the guidelines of The Motor Vehicles Act. Here are the important services offered by the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department.

Issuance of Learner’s Licence (LL), Driving Licence (DL) and International Driving Licence/International Driving Permit (IDP).
Issuance of temporary/permanent Registration Certificates (RC) for private/commercial vehicles.
Implementing road safety measures across the city.
Issuance of duplicate copies of important documents.
Issuance of permits for commercial and transport vehicles.

The following sections throw more light on the Lucknow RTO services.

Learner’s Licence

RTO Lucknow conducts theory tests for the Learner’s Licence applicants. Post that, the eligible applicants are issued the learning licence. The services also include renewal and providing a duplicate copy of the LL.

Driving Licence

Lucknow RTO organises driving tests for the Driving Licence applicants. The test determines whether the applicant is fit to drive vehicles on the road. Other services include issuance, renewal, correction of details and issuance of duplicate copies of the DL.

Registration Certificate

The RTO office in Lucknow registers all new/old vehicles in the city. Apart from that, it also offers services such as issuance, renewal, revision of details and providing duplicate copies of the certificate of registration. One can also request ownership transfer and addition or removal of hypothecation in RC.

Permits

The RTO of Lucknow issues various permits for commercial and transport vehicles in the city. It includes tourist, contract carriage, local, state and national permits.

Vehicle Testing

The RTO office of Lucknow tests old vehicles to determine their roadworthiness. It includes inspection of mechanical components and analysing the pollution level produced by a vehicle. It is generally done during RC renewal.

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

RTO Fees in Lucknow

Here are the RTO fees in Lucknow for transport-related services including Driving Licence, registration of vehicles, issuance of permits and renewal of documents.

Driving Licence Fees

Here are the fees related to Learner’s Licence (LL) and Driving Licence (DL) in Lucknow RTO.

Fee	Issue/Renewal
Grant of Learner’s Licence (LL) for Each Class of Vehicle	Rs. 150
Learner’s Licence Test Fee/Repeat Test Fee	Rs. 50
Repeat Test Fee for Each Class of Vehicles	Rs. 300
Grant of Driving Licence (DL)	Rs. 200
Addition of Each Class of Vehicle in the DL	Rs. 500
Grant of International Driving Permit (IDP)/International DL	Rs. 1,000
DL Renewal	Rs. 200
DL Renewal (Post Grace Period)	Rs. 300 (Rs. 1,000 for each extra year)
Change in Residential Address in DL/RC	Rs. 200
Smart Card Fee (DL/RC)	Rs. 200

Lucknow RTO Registration Charges:

Here’s a table with the vehicle registration charges in Lucknow.

Vehicle Type	Fees (Issue/Renewal)
Two-Wheelers	Rs. 50
Private/Non-Commercial Three-Wheeler/Four-Wheeler/Quadricycle	Rs. 600
Transport/Commercial Three-Wheeler/Four-Wheeler/Quadricycle	Rs. 1,000
Imported Motorcycle Registration	Rs. 2,500
Heavy Goods Vehicle	Rs. 1,500
Heavy Passenger Vehicle	Rs. 1,500
Medium Goods Motor Vehicle	Rs. 1,000
Medium Passenger Vehicle	Rs. 1,000
Imported Motor Vehicle Registration	Rs. 5,000
Others	Rs. 3,000
Grant Duplicate RC	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Grant Ownership Transfer	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Change in Residential Address (RC)	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Changes/Alteration in the RC	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Endorsement of Hire Purchase/Lease/Hypothecation	Two-wheeler - Rs. 500
Endorsement of Hire Purchase/Lease/Hypothecation	Quadricycle/Four-Wheeler/Three-Wheeler - Rs. 1,500
Endorsement of Hire Purchase/Lease/Hypothecation	Medium or Heavy Vehicle - Rs. 3,000

Fitness Certificate (FC) Charges

Here are the RTO fees for the issuance and renewal of Certificate of Fitness in Lucknow for various types of vehicles.

Conducting Test for FC (Issue/Renewal)	Two-wheelers ‒ Rs. 200 (Rs. 400 for the automated process)
Conducting Test for FC (Issue/Renewal)	Quadricycle/Three-Wheeler/Four-Wheeler ‒ Rs. 400 (Rs. 600 for the automated process)
Conducting Test for FC (Issue/Renewal)	Medium/Heavy Vehicle ‒ Rs. 600 (Rs. 1,000 for the automated process)
Issue/Renew FC	Rs. 200 (Additional Rs. 50 for each day after the expiry)
Issue/Renew Letter of Authority	Rs. 15,000
Issue Duplicate Letter of Authority	Rs. 7,500

Permit Charges (Transport Vehicles)

Here are the RTO permit charges in Lucknow.

Vehicle Type	Temporary/Special Permit Fee
Goods Carrying Vehicles	Rs. 200
Private Service Vehicles (PSV)/Omni Buses	Rs. 200
Type of Vehicle	Permit Fee
Application Fee for Motor Cab (Bike Taxi)	Rs. 500
Motor Cab Application Fee	Rs. 600
OmniBus/Goods Carriage Application Fee	Rs. 1,200
Stage Carriage/Goods Carriage Permit	Rs. 7,500
Contract Carriage Other Than Moto Cab or Maxi Cab	Rs. 9,000
Private Service Vehicle (PSV)	Rs. 4,500
Maxi Cab for One Region	Rs. 3,000
Maxi Cab for the Whole State	Rs. 5,000
Motor Cab for One Region	Rs. 2,000
Motor Cab for the Whole State	Rs. 3,000
Motor Cab (All India Permit)	Rs. 5,000
Motor Cab (Bike Taxi) for One Region	Rs. 750
Motor Can (Bike Taxi) for the Whole State	Rs. 1,500
Issue of Duplicate Permits	50% of the Above Mentioned Fee

Lucknow RTO official website

The official website of RTO Lucknow is http://uptransport.upsdc.gov.in/en-us/. Here you can find more details about the Regional Transport Office in Lucknow.

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:

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions and their answers about RTO Lucknow.

Can I download the Learner’s Licence application form online?

You can download the LL application form online by visiting the official website of RTO Lucknow.

Is it mandatory to obtain a medical certificate to apply for a Learner’s Licence (LL) in Lucknow?

It is not mandatory to obtain a medical certificate for an applicant who is less than 50 years of age to apply for a LL to drive a non-transport vehicle. However, those above the age of 50 years need to produce a medical certificate. This applies even for drivers of transport vehicles.

What is the age criteria to apply for a driving licence to ride a motorcycle with gear?

Applicants for a DL to ride a motorcycle with gear should have completed the age of 18 years. This age is also the criteria to apply for a DL to drive a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV).

Who can apply for a DL to drive a commercial/transport vehicle?

Applicants should have held a DL to drive an LMV at least for a year before they can apply for a DL to drive a commercial vehicle.

What is the period for which a driving licence to drive a private/commercial vehicle can be renewed?

The driving licence for private vehicles needs to be renewed after 20 years or at the time of attaining the age of 50 years. Thereafter, it needs to be renewed every 5 years. As for commercial vehicles or transport vehicles, the renewal period is 3 years each time.

What is the grace period for which the DL needs to be renewed in Lucknow?

The grace period to renew the DL in Lucknow is 30 days from the date of expiry.

What is the pass percentage to clear the learner’s licence test in Lucknow?

The minimum pass percentage to obtain a LL is 60% of the questions posed in the LL test.

Where can the registration certificate be renewed?

The RC should be renewed by the RTO of the district/city of the state in which the applicant drives the vehicle or resides.

Can I alter the basic structure of any vehicle?

No, you cannot alter or change the basic structure of any vehicle as originally manufactured except in case the engine is altered so as to modify the type of fuel used into CNG/LPG/battery/solar power. Also, this is applicable in case the engine is beyond repair and is replaced by another engine of the same make and type as the original.

What if my vehicle meets with an accident after the expiry of the Fitness Certificate (FC)?

The owner-driver of the vehicle will be held responsible for driving the vehicle without FC and the insurance company will not provide any compensation to the victim.

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