Siliguri RTO Information

The car number plate, which consists of the RTO code for the location followed by the registration number in numerical format, is visible when you see a car on the road. Simply put, the code is that of the regional transport authority where the car is registered. Every city, including Siliguri, has an RTO that runs by the regulations of the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988. The RTO in Siliguri is in charge of collecting taxes, issuing permits, implementing steps to reduce pollution and more, in addition to issuing driving licenses and providing car registration services.

Siliguri has one RTO. The Siliguri Regional Transport Office (RTO) issues driving licenses, registers vehicles and enforces traffic laws.

Check out the official webpage of RTO in Siliguri.

Contact number - (0353)-2430800.

Official number - RTO Siliguri WB73.

Location - The Motor Vehicles Department Sub Divisional Office, Siliguri, Darjeeling, 734001.

Timings - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Functions of Siliguri RTO

The Regional Transport Office, or RTO in Siliguri, is in charge of upholding several aspects of the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988. Its primary duties and offerings are as follows:

Issuing Driving Licenses: The licenses are issued by the RTO in Siliguri following the completion of driving exams and identification and age verification checks of eligible applicants.

Issuing Learner Permits: The RTO issues learner permits to anyone who wants to learn how to drive a motor vehicle. The permit has a six-month expiration date and can be extended for another six months.

Vehicle Registration: The RTO registers new automobiles and offers ownership documentation in the form of registration certificates.

Road Tax Collection: Depending on the type of vehicle and its use, the RTO will charge the owner of the vehicle a road tax.

Payment of Challans: The RTO collects money for challans issued by traffic police for various offenses as well as for moving offenses.

Fitness Certificates: To guarantee that automobiles are safe to use on public roads, the RTO gives fitness certificates.

Transfer of Ownership: The RTO allows the transfer of ownership of automobiles from one individual to another.

Commercial Vehicle Permits: are issued by the RTO, allowing commercial vehicles to travel along designated routes or in certain locations.

Vehicle Insurance Inspection: The RTO inspects vehicles to make sure they are insured in accordance with the law.

How to Register a Vehicle at Siliguri RTO?

The RTO in Siliguri must register all cars. Car registration requires a registration number, RC, and number plate. Steps to register the vehicle at Siliguri RTO include:

? Form 20 can be obtained offline from the RTO office or online from the official website.

? Completely fill out Form 20 with all pertinent data, such as your name, address, car information, and insurance information.

? Provide all necessary paperwork, including identification, address, and vehicle insurance documentation as well as a pollution under control (PUC) certificate.

? At the specified desk, pay the needed fee and get your receipt.

? Send the application and all supporting documentation to the RTO office.

? The RTO officer will issue the registration number and the RC book following the document verification.

? After receiving the RC book, you can purchase your vehicle's license plate from authorized vendors.

Ensuring that all required documents are in order before applying for vehicle registration at the RTO in Siliguri is essential.

How to Renew Registration for a Vehicle at Siliguri RTO?

When a vehicle is permanently moved from one state to another or when the current registration has expired, re-registration is required.

? Renew your registration by visiting the Siligiri RTO office and obtaining Form 25.

? Complete the form with all the required information, including the name and address of the car's owner, the engine and chassis numbers, etc.

? Submit the old registration certificate, the insurance certificate, the pollution under control certificate, the address evidence, etc., along with the form.

? Pay the necessary fees for the re-registration process.

? The applicant will receive a new registration certificate with a new registration number after the application has been reviewed and approved.

? Attach the new license plate to the car and make the appropriate updates in the paperwork.

Ensure that all required documents are in order before applying for vehicle registration renewal at the RTO in Siliguri. Visit the official RTO website to learn more about the documents you may need.

How to Transfer Vehicle Ownership at Siliguri RTO?

Vehicle ownership transfers are required when buying, selling, inheriting, or gifting a car. The Siliguri Regional Transport Office (RTO) helps with the process of changing car ownership:

• Get the necessary forms: The Form 29 and Form 30 must be obtained by the buyer and seller from the RTO, respectively, or downloaded from the RTO website.

• Get NOC from the financier (if appropriate): The financier's NOC must be acquired if the car is still covered by a loan or hire-purchase arrangement.

• Get a certificate of clearance from the traffic police (if necessary): If the vehicle has been in any traffic violations or accidents, a clearance certificate must be obtained from the traffic police.

• Get a Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate: At the time of transfer, the vehicle must have a PUC certificate that is still in effect.

• Send the paperwork and papers to the RTO: Together with the original RC book, PUC certificate, insurance certificate, and address evidence, the seller must submit Form 29 and the buyer must submit Form 30.

• Pay the required fees: At the RTO, the transfer of ownership charge must be paid.

• Collect the revised RC book: Following the completion of the transfer, the buyer may pick up the revised RC book from the RTO.

How to Check Siliguri RTO Information on Park+?

You can easily know all about RTO in Siliguri, and get registration-related information for your vehicle on Park+ app. Follow these steps:

1. Download the Park+ app.

2. Open the app and click on 'Login'.

3. Enter your mobile number and click on 'Send OTP'.

4. Enter the 'OTP' and click on 'Verify OTP'.

5. Navigate to 'Services', and click the 'View all' option.

To check your vehicle information from this screen, follow the below steps:

6. Enter your 'Vehicle Number' at the top of the page.

7. Click on 'Search' to check Vehicle Information.

To find your nearest RTO from the Services screen, follow these steps:

8. To find your nearest RTO, go back to the all services screen.

9. Scroll down to the 'Find near you' section.

10. Click on 'RTO Centre'.

To find the nearest RTO using the Park+ app/website, download the app or visit the website today.