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

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:20 AM IST

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All About Patna Regional Transport Office (RTO)

The RTO of Patna functions under the provisions of The Motor Vehicles Act to provide transport-related services in the city. Patna, the capital of Bihar, is one of the fastest-growing cities in India.

With such rapid growth, the vehicles in the city have grown exponentially over the last few years. That's why the Patna Regional Transport Office has become one of the pillars of the city's administration system. The RTO Office Patna offers services related to vehicles and drivers to the public. This page brings you all the details, such as Patna RTO code, services, fees, contact details, and office working hours.

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Patna RTO: Contact Details

The following section contains key details of the RTO of Patna.

Patna RTO Office (BR-01)

Here’s a table with the Patna RTO code, the RTO Office Patna address, the helpline number, and office timings.

RTO Code/Number	BR-01
Office Address	DTO Office Patna, Bank Road, West Gandhi Maidan, Raja Ji Salai, Chajju Bagh, Patna, Bihar ‒ 800001
Helpline Number:	+91-612-2237131
Email ID	[email protected]
State	Bihar
Office Timings	10 AM ‒ 5 PM

Services offered by Patna RTO

The RTO Office Patna offers vehicle and driver-related services mentioned in The Motor Vehicles Act. Here are the important services offered by the Bihar Transport Department.

Grant of temporary or permanent Registration Certificate (RC) for private/commercial vehicles.
Grant or renewal of Learner’s Licence (LL), Driving Licence (DL) and International Driving Licence.
Issuance of temporary and regular permits for commercial/transport vehicles.
Conducting tests for the issuance of LL and DL.
Collection of service fees and road tax.

Here are more details about the Patna RTO services.

Driving Licence

RTO Patna offers all licence services, including issuance, renewal and providing duplicate copies of LL and DL. Other prominent services include the addition of a new vehicle class to the licence, correction of details, organising theory and driving tests, etc.

Vehicle Registration

The RTO office in Patna registers new vehicles in the city. Other prominent services include issuance, renewal, correction of details and providing duplicate copies of the certificate of registration. It also accepts requests for ownership transfer and addition or removal of hypothecation in RC.

Permits

Patna RTO provides different types of permits for the transport and commercial vehicles in the city. It includes national, state, local, contract carriage and tourist permits.

Vehicle-related Certificates

The RTO office Patna also issues vehicle-related documents. The important ones are the No Objection Certificate (NOC), Fitness Certificate (FC) and Trade Certificate (TC).

Traffic Rules

The RTO office of Patna ensures that the traffic rules and regulations are implemented and adhered to across the city. It also monitors the traffic offences in the city and takes steps to improve road safety.

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

RTO Fees in Patna

The following sections denote the RTO fees in Patna charged towards transport-related services such as Driving Licence, Registration Certificate, permits, etc.

Driving Licence Fees

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

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

Patna RTO Registration Charges

Here’s a table with the vehicle registration charges at the RTO Office Patna.

Vehicle Type	Fees (Issue/Renewal)
Two-Wheelers	Rs. 50
Private Three-Wheeler/Four-Wheeler/Quadricycle	Rs. 600
Commercial Three-Wheeler/Four-Wheeler/Quadricycle	Rs. 1,000
Registration of Imported Motorcycles	Rs. 2,500
Medium Goods Motor Vehicle	Rs. 1,000
Medium Passenger Vehicle	Rs. 1,000
Heavy Goods Vehicle	Rs. 1,500
Heavy Passenger Vehicle	Rs. 1,500
Registration of Imported Motor Vehicles (Four-Wheelers and Others)	Rs. 5,000
Other Types of Vehicles	Rs. 3,000
Issuance of Duplicate RC	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Ownership Transfer Registration	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Change in Residential Address in RC	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Changes or Alterations 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 Patna for different types of vehicles.

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

Permit Charges (Transport Vehicles)

Here are the RTO permit charges in Patna.

Vehicle Type	Local Permit Fee
Light Goods Vehicle	Rs. 2,000 (5 years)
Heavy Goods Vehicle	Rs. 2,500 (5 Years)
Type of Vehicle	National Permit Fee
Light Goods Vehicle	Rs. 2,015 (5 Years)
Heavy Goods Vehicle	Rs. 2,515 (5 Years)
Contract Carriage Permit for Buses	Rs. 1,100 (5 Years)
All India Tourist Permit Fees for Buses	Rs. 500 (1 Year)
Point to Point Permit	Rs. 500 (4 Months)
Counter Signature for Stage Carriage	Rs. 2,500 (5 Years)
Temporary Permit	Rs. 20 per day
Issue of Duplicate Permits	50% of the Above Mentioned Fee

Patna RTO official website

The official website of the RTO Patna is https://state.bihar.gov.in/transport/CitizenHome.html. Here you can find more information regarding the Regional Transport Office in Patna.

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 common questions and their answers related to RTO Patna.

Does RTO Patna offer online services?

The RTO of Patna offers online driver and vehicle-related services through the Parivahan portal.

From where can I download the Learner’s Licence application form?

You can visit the official RTO Office Patna website to download the LL application form online.

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

It is not compulsory to obtain a medical certificate to apply for a LL in Patna for applicants who are less than 50 years of age and to drive a private vehicle only. For those above the age of 50 years, commercial vehicle drivers must produce a medical certificate to apply for the LL.

Who is eligible to apply for a transport vehicle driving licence?

Applicants should have held a driving licence to drive a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) for a period of 1 year. After which they can apply for a DL to drive a transport or a commercial vehicle.

What is the criteria to apply for a DL to ride a motorcycle with gear?

Applicants should have completed the age of 18 years to apply for a Driving Licence to ride a motorcycle with gear. This is also the age criteria to apply for a DL to drive a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) such as four-wheelers/cars.

What is the grace period to renew my driving licence in Patna?

The grace period is 30 days from the date of expiry to renew your DL at the respective RTO.

What is the renewal period for commercial and private driving licences?

Commercial or transport driving licences should be renewed every 3 years. However, for private vehicles, the driving licence is valid for a period of 20 years from the date of issue or at the time of attaining the age of 50 years. Thereafter, it has to be renewed every 5 years.

What is the passing mark to clear the Learner’s Licence test?

From the questions posed in the LL test, the applicant should score at least 60% to pass the LL test.

Where should I renew my car’s registration certificate?

The renewal of the registration certificate of your vehicle should be done at the RTO of the district or city of the state in which you are driving the vehicle or resident of.

Can a diesel engine be converted to a petrol engine or vice versa?

No, a diesel engine cannot be converted to a petrol engine or vice versa.

Can the basic structure of the vehicle be altered?

No, the basic structure of the vehicle cannot be altered or changed as originally manufactured except in case of alteration to the engine fuel type into LPG/CNG/solar power/battery power. This is also applicable in case the engine is beyond repair and needs a replacement of the same make and type as the original.

What if my vehicle meets with an accident when the Fitness Certificate (FC) has expired?

The owner-driver of the vehicle is responsible for driving the vehicle without a valid registration certificate and fitness certificate. Additionally, the insurance provider will offer any compensation to the victim.

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