What is a Registration Certificate?
In Uttar Pradesh, the Regional Transport Office (RTO) issues official documents called Registration Certificates (RCs). It acts as official documentation attesting to the fact that your car is registered in accordance with the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988 and is safe to drive on public roads. Important details about the car and its owner are contained in the RC, including the vehicle's type, engine number, registration number, chassis number, and owner's information. It is essentially a record that attests to the legitimacy of a car's existence and legal compliance.
Importance of Checking RC Status
You must verify your RC status for multiple reasons:
- Legal Compliance: It's against the law to drive a car without a current RC. Vehicle owners can make sure they are following the rules by routinely verifying the RC status.
- Prevent Penalties: Operating a car after your RC has expired or if there are problems with the registration may result in fines or legal action. Checking the RC status frequently aids in avoiding such fines.
- Second-Hand car Verification: It's essential to confirm the RC status of a car you're purchasing to make sure there are no ambiguities or legal issues.
- Insurance Claims: In order to file an insurance claim, a current RC is needed. The claim may be rejected due to an invalid RC.
How to Check RC Status
After submitting your application, you can keep track of its progress online, offline, or via the ACKO Drive app. Here's how to do it:
- Through Parivahan Website
- Via the ACKO Mobile App
- Offline Process: Via RTO
Through Parivahan Website
For all car owners, the Parivahan Sewa portal makes it easier to verify the RC status. This is how to examine it:
- Visit Parivahan Sewa Website: Go to the official Parivahan Sewa portal.
- Navigate to "Online Services": Click on "Vehicle-Related Services."
- Select Uttar Pradesh: Choose "Uttar Pradesh" from the dropdown menu.
- Enter Vehicle Registration Number: Input your vehicle’s registration number and solve the captcha.
- View RC Status: Submit the details to view your RC status, including registration date, validity, and more.
Via the ACKO Mobile App
ACKO provides a quick and easy way to check your vehicle's RC status through their mobile app, which is especially useful for insurance-related queries. Here's how:
- Download the ACKO Mobile App, which is available on both Android and iOS.
- Enter Vehicle Details: Use the “Check Vehicle Details” feature and input your vehicle’s registration number.
- OTP Verification: Provide your mobile number so you can receive an OTP for verification.
- View RC Status: After verification, the app will display your RC status along with other vehicle details.
Offline Process: Via RTO
Visit the closest RTO to find out your vehicle's RC status if you'd rather work offline or don't have an internet connection. How to do it is as follows:
- Visit the RTO Office: Go to the nearest Regional Transport Office (RTO) where your vehicle is registered. Ensure you start the process within 60 days before your RC expires.
- Submit Form 25: Collect and complete Form 25, available at the RTO or on the Parivahan Sewa website, with details about your vehicle.
- Required Documents: You will need to provide your current RC, valid insurance certificate, chassis and engine pencil print, proof of road tax payment, and other identification documents.
- Vehicle Inspection: A physical inspection of your vehicle will be carried out at the RTO to confirm its roadworthiness.
- Pay Fees: Pay the renewal fee as per Rule 81 of the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989, based on your vehicle type.
- Collect the Renewed RC: After verification and processing, your renewed RC will either be mailed to your registered address or can be collected from the RTO.
Documents Required for RC
To obtain an RC in Uttar Pradesh, you will need the following documents:
- Form 20: Application for vehicle registration.
- Sales Certificate: Provided by the vehicle dealer.
- Address Proof: Utility bills, Aadhar Card, Passport, Voter ID, etc.
- Age Proof: Birth certificate, Passport, or Aadhar Card.
- Insurance Certificate: Proof of valid vehicle insurance.
- Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate: To ensure the vehicle complies with emission standards.
- PAN Card: Proof of tax compliance for high-value vehicles.
- Invoice of the Vehicle: Proof of Purchase.
- Form 21: Sale certificate provided by the dealer.
- Form 22: Roadworthiness certificate from the manufacturer.
The submission of these documents is necessary for the issuance of both temporary and permanent RCs.
Details Present on Vehicle Registration Certificate
A Registration Certificate (RC) in Uttar Pradesh carries several critical details, which serve as proof of a vehicle’s legal compliance. Some of the essential information present on the RC includes:
- Registration Number: The unique number assigned to the vehicle by the RTO.
- Chassis Number: A unique identifier assigned to the vehicle's frame.
- Engine Number: A number specific to the vehicle's engine, distinguishing it from others.
- Owner's Name: The name of the registered owner of the vehicle.
- Vehicle Type: Whether it is a two-wheeler, four-wheeler, commercial vehicle, etc.
- Model and Manufacturer: The vehicle’s model and the company that manufactured it.
- Fuel Type: Petrol, diesel, electric, or other fuel categories.
- Date of Registration: The exact date on which the vehicle was registered with the RTO.
- Registration Validity: The period for which the RC is valid.
- Address of Owner: The residential address of the vehicle owner.
RC Renewal
In Uttar Pradesh, the vehicle's registration certificate needs to be renewed every 15 years. In order to renew, you must turn in Form 25, pay the renewal fees, and pass the RTO's vehicle inspection. Penalties or fines may be incurred for late renewals. As part of the government's vehicle scrappage program, which aims to reduce pollution by phasing out older vehicles, the cost of RC renewal for vehicles 15 years or older has doubled under the most recent legislation.
Conclusion
The Registration Certificate (RC), which enables car owners to drive legally in Uttar Pradesh, is an essential document. Periodically checking the RC status guarantees that the car abides by the law and keeps you out of trouble. The digitalization of services has made it easy to verify RC status using apps like ACKO. However, more conventional ways like contacting the RTO are still accessible. It is crucial to comprehend the required steps to avoid breaking the law, whether you are registering a new car or renewing an old one.
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