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

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:03 AM IST

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All About Varanasi Regional Transport Office (RTO)

The RTO of Varanasi was established under The Motor Vehicles Act to provide transport-related services such as issuance of Driving Licences, vehicle registration certificates, permits, etc.

Varanasi, the spiritual capital of India, is also known for silk production and brocades with gold and silver thread work.The city has witnessed strong economic growth due to industrial and tourism development. And it has led to a significant increase in vehicles on the road and the need to manage road traffic. Here, the Varanasi Regional Transport Office caters to the various vehicle and driver-related service requests. Read on to know more details such as the Varanasi RTO code, contact details and office timings.

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Varanasi RTO: Contact Details

Here are the important details related to the RTO of Varanasi.

Varanasi RTO Office (UP-65)

Here’s a table highlighting Varanasi RTO (Babatpur RTO office) code, contact number, office address and working hours.

RTO Name	Babatpur RTO
RTO Code	UP-65
Office Address	Regional Transport Office, Babatpur Road, (Near Gas Plant), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
Old Office Address	Regional Transport Office, S-2/652-A, Main Road, Sarnath, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
Contact no.	0542-2623550

Here’s a table highlighting the contact details of the Transport Department of the Government of Uttar Pradesh.

Name	Transport Department Office
Office Address	Office of The Transport Commissioner, Tehri Kothi, M.G. Road, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow 226-001.
Contact Number	0522 - 2613978

Services offered by Varanasi RTO

The RTO of Varanasi offers all transport-related services to the city’s residents. Here are the important services provided by the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department.

Issuance and renewal of private and commercial vehicle Driving Licences (DL).
Registration of private and commercial vehicles.
Issuance and renewal of Registration Certificates (RC).
Issuance and renewal of transport and commercial vehicle permits.
Collection of road tax during private and commercial vehicle registration.

Here are more details pertaining to the services offered by the RTO Varanasi.

Issuance of Learner’s/Driving Licence

The RTO of Varanasi is responsible for the grant/renewal of private and commercial vehicle Learner’s Licence (LL) and Driving Licence (DL). In addition to that, it also provides services such as the issuance of a duplicate copy of the DL, correction of details in DL, the addition of a new vehicle class in DL, etc.

Learner’s/Driving Licence Tests

Varanasi RTO also conducts tests for the applicants before the issuance of LL and DL. It is one of the most important services, as it determines an individual’s capability to drive a vehicle on the road.

Registration of Vehicles

The RTO office in Varanasi provides all registration services mentioned in The Motor Vehicles Act. It includes the registration of new vehicles, grant renewal of Registration Certificates (RC), vehicle fitness test for renewal of RC, endorsement/removal of hypothecation, revision of details, issuance of duplicate RC, etc.

Issuance/Renewal of Permits

RTO Varanasi provides different types of transport and commercial vehicle permits. The service includes grant/renewal of national, state, local, tourist and contract carriage permits.

Fee Collection

The RTO office of Varanasi charges fees for its services based on the respective request. Apart from that, it is also responsible for the collection of road tax during the new vehicle registration process.

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

RTO Fees in Varanasi

This section consists of all the details related to RTO fees in Varanasi.

Driving Licence Fees in Varanasi

Here’s a table highlighting Driving Licence fees in Varanasi.

Task	Fees in INR
Learner’s license	150
Issue of International Driving Permit.	1000
Learner’s license test or repeat the test fee.	50
Addition of another class of vehicle.	500
Renewal of a driving licence.	200
For the test of competence to drive.	300
Driving license Issue.	200
Endorsement or renewal of authorization for vehicles carrying hazardous goods.	100
Issue or renewal of a licence to a driving school.	10000
Issue of a duplicate licence to a driving school.	5000
Renewal of driving licence (after the grace period).	300
Change in address or other such tasks.	200

Registration Charges

Here's a table denoting the vehicle registration charges in Varanasi.

Class of Vehicle	RTO Registration Fees in INR
Invalid carriage	50
Motorcycle	300
Imported motorcycle	2500
Medium goods and passenger vehicle	1000
Heavy goods vehicle/passenger	1500
Imported motor vehicle	5000
Any other vehicle not mentioned above	3000

Fitness Certificate Charges

Here’s a table for vehicle’s Fitness Certificate charges in Varanasi.

Fitness Certificate For		Fees in INR
Motorcycle	i) Manual	200
	ii) Automated	400
Three-wheeled or light motor vehicle (LMV) or quadricycle	i) Manual	400
	ii) Automated	600
Medium or Heavy motor vehicle	i) Manual	600
	ii) Automated	1000
Grant or renewal of a certificate of fitness for motor vehicle		200

Permit Charges

You can refer to the following table for permit charges at the Varanasi RTO.

Permit for	Charges in INR
Contract Carriage (except maxi/motor cab)	9000
Stage Carriage	7500
Private Vehicle Service	4500
Goods Carriage	7500

Varanasi RTO official website

The official website of the RTO Varanasi is http://uptransport.upsdc.gov.in/en-us/. You can check out this website if you wish to know more details about the Regional Transport Office in Varanasi.

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 the most common questions and their answers related to the RTO of Varanasi.

RTOs function as per which rules?

RTOs function as per The Motor Vehicles Act and The Central Motor Vehicles Rules.

Can I approach the Varanasi RTO to insure my car?

No, RTOs do not insure vehicles. You can visit www.acko.com for buying and renewing car insurance online.

I missed my RTO practical test due to an injury. What should I do to reappear for it?

You can approach the Varanasi RTO and reappear for the test by following the process shared by them.

Is it necessary to make changes in the RC if I sell my car to my neighbour?

An RC is a document that signifies ownership. If you have sold the vehicle but the RC still features your name, the ownership transfer process is incomplete. In this case, the RC must feature the neighbour’s name.

Do I need an RTO NOC if I am moving to a different Indian state on a temporary basis?

You need an RTO No Objection Certificate (NOC) in case you are moving with your car to another Indian state on a long-term basis. Please discuss the duration of your stay with the local RTO officials to know if you need the NOC or not.

Can I apply for an International Driving Licence in Varanasi?

You can apply for an International Driving Licence at the RTO office of Varanasi with all the required documents and fees.

Does Varanasi RTO provide online services?

The RTO of Varanasi provides online services via the Parivahan portal. You can log in to the portal to access services online.

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