If you have already submitted your application on the Vahan portal but need to make corrections, you can easily update it online. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official Vahan portal: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Enter your Vehicle Registration Number.
3. Go to Online Services and choose the service for which you applied earlier.
4. Enter the last 5 digits of your Chassis Number and click Validate Regn_no/Chasi_no.
5. You will see three options: Edit, Delete, and View Summary.
6. Select Edit to modify the required details and resubmit your application.

If you have sold your vehicle or transferred it to someone else, you must apply for the Transfer of Ownership (TO) through the Vahan portal:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Enter the Registration Number and click Proceed.
3. Select Basic Services.
4. Validate using the last 5 digits of your Chassis Number.
5. Generate an OTP, enter it correctly, and submit.
6. Choose Transfer of Ownership.
7. Fill in all required Service Details.
8. Update your Insurance Information.
9. Check the Fee details and continue.
10. Pay the applicable fees online.
11. Upload required documents (if applicable).
12. Book an appointment at the RTO (if required).
13. Download the receipt.
14. Your application will automatically be forwarded to the RTO for processing.

If your original RC has been lost, misplaced or stolen, you can request a Duplicate RC online:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Enter your Vehicle Registration Number.
3. Click Proceed and select Basic Services.
4. Validate using the last 5 digits of your Chassis Number.
5. Generate OTP, verify, and submit.
6. Select Duplicate RC from the service list.
7. Provide all the necessary service details.
8. Update your Insurance Details.
9. Review and pay the required fees.
10. Upload documents (if applicable).
11. Schedule an appointment with the RTO if needed.
12. Download the acknowledgment receipt.
13. Your request will be sent to the RTO for approval.

If you want to change information such as address or other details mentioned in your RC, follow the steps below:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Enter your Registration Number → Proceed.
3. Select Basic Services.
4. Validate RC using the last 5 digits of Chassis Number.
5. Generate OTP and submit.
6. Select Change of Address (or another relevant service).
7. Enter the updated service details.
8. Update Insurance Information.
9. Review fees and proceed.
10. Make the online payment.
11. Upload supporting documents (if required).
12. Book an RTO appointment (if necessary).
13. A receipt will be generated and your application will be forwarded to the RTO.

To transfer your vehicle to another state, an NOC is mandatory. Here is how you can apply:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. New users must Register, otherwise log in.
3. Go to Online Services → NOC.
4. Enter your Registration Number and the last 5 digits of Chassis Number to validate.
5. Generate and submit OTP.
6. Enter all Service Details.
7. Update Insurance Information.
8. Review and proceed with the Fee payment.
9. A receipt will be generated upon successful payment.
10. Your application will be sent to the RTO for further processing.

Trade Certificate fees depend on the type of vehicle and whether you are applying for a new certificate, renewal, or a duplicate copy.
A Trade Certificate is mandatory for vehicle dealers to legally move unregistered vehicles for testing, transport, or demonstration.

Fee Structure

The cost of issuing, renewing, or assigning a new registration number varies by vehicle category.
Every motor vehicle must have a valid Registration Certificate (RC) to operate legally.

Fee Structure

Additional Notes

• Smart Card RC: Add ₹200 if issued in Smart Card format.

• RC Renewal Delay Fees:

  • Motorcycle: ₹300 per month

  • Other non-transport vehicles: ₹500 per month

You may need to update your RC due to loss, sale of vehicle, relocation, or vehicle modification. These services are charged at a percentage of the original RC fee.

Fee Structure

Delay Fees

• Delay in NOC submission (Ownership Transfer):

  • Motorcycle: ₹300/month

  • Other vehicles: ₹500/month

• Delay in NOC submission (Address Change):

  • Motorcycle: ₹300/month

  • Other vehicles: ₹500/month

When you buy a vehicle on loan, hypothecation entry is mandatory. These fees apply for adding HP/Lease/Lien to your RC.

Fee Structure

Note

• No additional fee is charged for hypothecation removal or for issuing a fresh RC after loan closure.

Commercial vehicles must undergo a Fitness Test to ensure roadworthiness. Fees vary for manual and automated testing.

Fee Structure

Note

• Delay in Fitness Renewal: ₹50 per day.

A Letter of Authority is required for vehicle testing stations and automobile workshops that conduct fitness tests.

Fee Structure

If a citizen disagrees with an RTO decision or applies for services not mentioned elsewhere, these fees apply.

Fee Structure

Vehicles older than 20 years require mandatory re-registration with different charges based on vehicle type.
These rules help reduce pollution and phase out old vehicles.

Fee Structure

Additional Notes

• Smart Card RC cost (if applicable): ₹200 extra

• GST is applicable on all fees

• Includes transport and non-transport vehicles

For any approved modification or alteration made to your vehicle, you must update it officially through Vahan:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Register or Login as required.
3. Choose Online Services → Alteration of Vehicle.
4. Validate the RC using Registration Number + last 5 digits of Chassis Number.
5. Generate OTP and submit.
6. Choose one or multiple alteration services as required.
7. Enter the Service Details.
8. Update Insurance Details.
9. Check the Fee panel and continue.
10. Pay the applicable fees.
11. Upload documents (if required).
12. Book an appointment (if needed).
13. Receipt will be generated and application will be forwarded to the RTO.

When you purchase a vehicle on loan, you must add the lender’s hypothecation to the RC. Here’s how:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Enter your Registration Number → Proceed.
3. Choose Basic Services.
4. Validate using Chassis Number.
5. Generate OTP and submit.
6. Select Hypothecation Addition.
7. Fill in the service details.
8. Update Insurance Details.
9. Review fees and proceed.
10. Pay the fee online.
11. Upload documents if required (loan agreement, form 34, etc.).
12. Schedule an appointment (if applicable).
13. Receipt will be generated and your application will move to the RTO.

After you repay your loan fully, you must remove the hypothecation from your RC. Here are the steps:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Enter Registration Number → Proceed.
3. Select Basic Services.
4. Validate using the last 5 digits of Chassis Number.
5. Generate OTP and submit.
6. Select Hypothecation Termination.
7. Enter required service details.
8. Update insurance details.
9. Review and pay fees.
10. Upload supporting documents (loan closure letter, NOC from bank).
11. Take appointment if required.
12. Receipt will be generated and forwarded to the RTO for action.

If your vehicle loan has been extended or renewed, you must update the hypothecation continuation in the Vahan portal. Follow the steps below:

1. Visit the Vahan portal: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Enter your Vehicle Registration Number and click Proceed.
3. Choose Basic Services.
4. Validate your RC using the last 5 digits of your Chassis Number.
5. Generate an OTP, enter it correctly, and click Submit.
6. From the list of services, select Hypothecation Continuation.
7. Fill in all Service Details accurately.
8. Update your Insurance Information.
9. Review the fee structure and continue.
10. Pay the required fees online.
11. Upload the necessary documents (if applicable).
12. Book an appointment at the RTO (if required by your state).
13. Download the receipt.
14. Your application will automatically be sent to the RTO for verification and approval.

If you submitted an application by mistake or no longer wish to continue with it, you can dispose of (withdraw) it online:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Click on Status and choose Dispose Application.
3. Enter the following details:
4. Vehicle Registration Number
5. Last 5 digits of the Chassis Number
6. Last 5 digits of the Engine Number
7. Registered Mobile Number
8. Generate OTP, enter it, and submit.
9. Select the service you want to dispose of.
10. If multiple services were submitted under one transaction, you may withdraw only a specific service (partial disposal is allowed).

If you want to replace your registered mobile number with a new one, follow these steps:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Register as a new user or log in to your existing account.
3. Go to Other Services → Update User Mobile No.
4. Enter the following details:
5. Full Chassis Number
6. Full Engine Number
7. Vehicle Registration Number
8. Previously Registered Mobile Number
9. Generate OTP and submit.
10. Enter your new mobile number and click UPDATE.

Your mobile number will be successfully updated for existing and future applications.

You can renew your transport/commercial vehicle permit online using the Vahan permit service:

1. Visit:
   https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/ui/statevalidation/hom…
2. Click Other Online Services → Online Permit.
3. Select the state for which you want to apply and click Proceed.
4. Enter your Registration Number and last 5 digits of Chassis Number, then continue.
5. Enter or verify your mobile number (this may be auto-filled depending on state settings).
6. Generate OTP, enter it, and click Login → Proceed.
7. Select Renewal of Permit from the homepage or the Permit Applications menu.
8. Review previously filled details and click Submit to generate a temporary application number.
9. If the details are correct, click Verify Now.
10. After verification, click Submit again to confirm the details.
11. Choose Pay Now to proceed with fee payment.
12. Click Check Application to calculate charges (if required).
13. Click Make Payment to pay fees online.
14. Once payment is completed, your Permit Renewal Receipt will be generated.
15. Visit the allotted RTO office for the final processing stage.

If your vehicle’s fitness certificate has been lost or damaged, you can request a duplicate copy online:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Register or login to your account.
3. Enter your Registration Number and click Proceed.
4. Go to Online Services → Duplicate of Fitness Certificate.
5. Validate using the last 5 digits of your Chassis Number.
6. Generate OTP, enter it, and click Submit.
7. Provide all required Service Details.
8. Update your Insurance Information.
9. Book an appointment at the RTO and select the date.
10. Review the fee panel and proceed.
11. Make the necessary payment online.
12. Upload documents if required by your state.
13. Download the receipt.
14. Your request will be forwarded to the RTO for approval and issuance of the duplicate certificate.

If you missed printing your appointment slip during the application process, you can easily reprint it through the Vahan portal:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Go to Other Online Services and select Reprint Appointment Receipt.
3. Enter your Application Number.
4. Click on Get Details.
5. Your appointment details will appear—take a printout directly from the portal.

If you need another copy of the payment receipt generated during an online transaction, follow these steps:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Click on Status → Reprint Receipt/Forms.
3. Select the appropriate Application Type and Transaction Type.
4. Enter your Registration Number and the last 5 digits of the Chassis Number.
5. Click Show Details.
6. Choose the Transaction Number shown on the screen and print the e-receipt.

If a previous application was left incomplete or stuck, you can check the pending transactions using these steps:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Navigate to Status → Check Pending Transaction.
3. Enter one of the following:
4. Registration Number + Last 5 digits of Chassis Number
5. OR Transaction Number
6. Click on Show Details.
7. Select the Transaction Number to clear or process the pending transaction.

To permanently surrender your RC due to scrapping, non-use, or any other reason, follow the procedure below:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Enter your Vehicle Registration Number and click Proceed.
3. Go to Online Services → RC Surrender.
4. Validate your RC by entering the last 5 digits of your Chassis Number.
5. Generate OTP, enter it, and click Submit.
6. Fill in the Service Details carefully.
7. Update your Insurance Information.
8. Review the fee details and continue.
9. Pay the required fees online.
10. Upload documents (if required by your state).
11. Book an appointment at the RTO (if applicable).
12. Save and print the system-generated receipt.
13. The application will then move to the RTO for verification and final processing.

You can pay your vehicle tax (road tax) online through Vahan without visiting the RTO:

1. Visit: https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahanservice/vahan/
2. Enter your Vehicle Registration Number and click Proceed.
3. Open Online Services.
4. Select Pay Vehicle Tax.
5. Validate your RC by entering the last 5 digits of your Chassis Number.
6. Click Generate OTP, enter the OTP received on your registered mobile, and submit.
7. Update Insurance Details.
8. Review the Fee Panel to check applicable taxes.
9. Proceed to make the payment.
10. Once payment is successful, the Tax Payment Receipt will be generated.
11. Your application will then be forwarded to the RTO for final processing (if required).

Once a vehicle owner submits an application for a No Objection Certificate (NOC), the system temporarily restricts access to other online services.
This restriction continues until the NOC approval process is fully completed.
After the NOC is approved by the concerned authority, the user can again apply for other online services without any limitation.

Motor Vehicle Tax in India is a state-level tax, and every state has its own Motor Vehicle Act and taxation policy.
Therefore, factors like rates, calculation rules, additional charges, and tax categories may vary from one state to another based on local regulations and transport department rules.

You may receive a “No Record Found” message because:

• The online services have not yet been implemented in all States/RTOs.
• Some vehicle data may not have been fully migrated to the online Parivahan/Vahan system.
  In such cases, it is recommended to visit the State Transport Department website or contact your local RTO for accurate vehicle-related assistance.

Additional Motor Vehicle (MV) Tax is charged when certain vehicle parameters exceed predefined limits.
For example:

• If the unladen weight of a vehicle goes beyond the permitted level (e.g., 50,000 kg).
  This tax does not apply to all vehicles—only to those that cross the specified limits under transport rules.

If a transport/commercial vehicle is not on the road or not in use, the owner can apply for Tax Exemption for the non-use period.
The application and approval process varies from state to state, and it must be done through the concerned Transport Department.

Motor Vehicle Tax is a mandatory tax imposed by state governments on registered vehicles.
The tax amount is calculated based on factors such as:

• Engine capacity (CC)
• Seating capacity
• Unladen weight / Laden weight
• Vehicle cost/price
  Each state determines its own formula under its Motor Vehicle Act.

The duration depends on the type of vehicle:

Non-Transport Vehicles (Private vehicles)

• Tax is generally collected as one-time lifetime tax for 15 years.
• After 15 years, the tax must be renewed every 5 years, usually during the registration renewal process.

Transport Vehicles (Commercial vehicles)

• Tax may be paid monthly, quarterly, yearly, or as per state rules.

Yes, vehicle owners can pay MV tax online through:

• Parivahan Portal: https://parivahan.gov.in
• State Transport Department Portals: (varies by state)

Both platforms support online tax payment for eligible vehicles.

A “Pending Transaction” message appears if a previous tax payment transaction has not been completed successfully.
The system will not allow a new payment until the previous pending transaction is cleared.
Users can check the current status under “Check Pending Transaction” on the Parivahan portal.

If a vehicle is blacklisted, the owner cannot access any Vahan/Parivahan services, including tax payment.
To proceed:

• The vehicle must first be removed from the blacklist by contacting the respective RTO/transport department.
• Once the issue is resolved, the user can continue with online services like tax payment.