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

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:04 AM IST

Updated on 7 Jul, 2022, 8:34 AM IST

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All About Vellore Regional Transport Office (RTO)

The RTO of Vellore functions as per the guidelines of The Motor Vehicles Act to provide transport-related services. The city is known for its leather and tannery industry, and it is also called the leather hub of India for the same reason. Resultant industrial development has resulted in a significant increase in new vehicle registrations.

The more the vehicle registrations, the more vehicles on the road. Despite a rapid spike in the service requests, the Vellore Regional Transport Office provides efficient vehicle and driver-related services in the city. Read ahead for more related information such as the Vellore RTO code, contact details and office hours.

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Vellore RTO: Contact Details

Here are the key details of the RTO of Vellore.

Vellore RTO Office (TN-23)

The following table features Vellore RTO code, helpline number, address, email ID and office timings.

RTO Name	RTO Vellore
RTO Code	TN-23
RTO Address	No. 482, Phase -II, Sathuvachari, Vellore - 632009
Phone no.	0416-2252040, 0416-2252040
Email ID	rtotn23(at)nic.in

Services offered by Vellore RTO

RTO Vellore is responsible for offering all transport-related services that are mentioned in The Motor Vehicles Act. Here are some of the important services provided by the Tamil Nadu Transport Department.

Grant/renewal of Learner’s Licence (LL) and Driving Licence (DL).
Registration of motor vehicles and grant/renewal of Registration Certificates (RC).
Issuance of vehicle-related documents such as NOC (No Objection Certificate), Fitness Certificate (FC), Trade Certificate (TC), etc.
Issuance/renewal of commercial and transport vehicle permits.
Implementation of traffic rules and regulations across the city.

Here are more details about the RTO Vellore services.

Learner's/Driving Licence

The RTO of Vellore is responsible for offering all services related to licences. It includes the issuance and renewal of LL/DL, providing duplicate DL, the addition of new vehicle class to the DL, conducting LL and DL tests, revision of details in DL, etc.

Registration Certificate

Vellore RTO offers all services related to vehicle registration. It includes registration of new vehicles, vehicle testing, vehicle emission testing, issuance/renewal of RC, ownership transfer, revision of RC details, addition/removal of hypothecation in RC, etc.

Permits

The RTO office in Vellore also provides different types of permits for commercial and transport vehicles. It includes national permits, state permits, local permits, goods carriage permits, contract carriage permits, tourist permits, etc.

Vehicle Documents

Apart from DL, RC and permits, RTO Vellore also provides essential vehicle documents. It includes the Fitness Certificate (FC), No Objection Certificate, Trade Certificate, etc.

Traffic Rules

The RTO of Vellore ensures that the traffic rules and regulations are implemented across the city. It also monitors the adherence to those rules and takes necessary measures to improve road safety.

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

RTO Fees in Vellore

Here are all the details about RTO fees in Vellore.

Driving Licence Fees

Refer to the following table for Driving Licence fees in Vellore.

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

Registration Charges

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

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
Light commercial vehicle (non-transport)	600
Light commercial vehicle (transport)	1000

Fitness Certificate Charges

Refer to the table below for Fitness Certificate fees in RTO Vellore.

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

Permit Fees

Here’s the list of fees related to vehicle permits in Vellore.

Permit For	Fees for Granting the Permit	Fees for Renewing the Permit
Stage Carriage	1500	750
Goods Carriage	1200	600
Contract Carriage – Auto Rickshaw	300	150
Contract Carriage – Motor Cab	525	265
Contract Carriage – Maxi Cab	750	375
Contract Carriage – Omnibus	1500	750
Private Service Vehicle	750	375
National Permit (Goods Carriage)	1500	750
Tourist Motor Cab (All India and South Zone permit)	750	375
Tourist Maxi Cab (All India and South Zone permit)	1125	565
Tourist Omni Bus All India & South Zone permit	1500	750
Educational Institution Bus	300	150

Vellore RTO official website

The official website of the RTO Vellore is https://tnsta.gov.in/. Here you can get more information about the Regional Transport Office in Vellore.

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 Vellore.

Is it compulsory to undergo a driving course from a driving school to avail a DL?

No, it is not necessary to undergo a driving course from a driving school to avail a DL for a private vehicle. You can learn on your own in a safe environment and approach the RTO directly to apply for the DL and give the test.

What is the nature of the written test for a DL?

You will have to appear for a multiple-choice objective-type test to avail a DL.

It has been two weeks since I received my Learner’s License and I feel I am ready to appear for the permanent DL test. Can I apply?

You can apply for a permanent DL after you have held the Learner’s License for at least 30 days.

Is it possible to add a new class of vehicle in my DL?

Yes, you can add a new class of vehicle in your DL after completing all the requirements for it. For example, passing the test, paying the fees, etc.

Do I need a No Objection Certificate to change my address in the DL?

No, a No Objection Certificate is not needed to change the address in the DL in usual circumstances. If it is required in specific cases, the officials will let you know.

Can I access RTO services online in Tamil Nadu?

Yes, you can avail certain RTO services online by visiting Transport Commissionerate and the State Transport Authority’s Website.

Do vehicles that are moved from one state to another need a No Objection Certificate?

Yes, vehicles need a No Objection Certificate if they are being moved from one state to another permanently.

What is a National Permit?

A National Permit is a document that authorises the document holder to drive a vehicle all over India.

How can I get a Driving Licence application online in Vellore?

You can visit the RTO Vellore official website to download the online application form to apply for a DL.

Can I apply for a Learner’s Licence online in Vellore?

You can apply for an LL at the RTO office in Vellore online by logging into the Parivahan portal.

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