Kanpur RTO | Details of RTO Office Kanpur & RTO Code

6 min read • Posted on 20 June 2024

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Kanpur is a city located in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Kanpur is famous for its breathtaking colonial architecture, gardens and parks. It is the ninth economic contributor of the country. The city's population has increased with industrial and economic development, resulting in heavy traffic.

The Regional Transport Office (RTO Kanpur) in Kanpur manages this traffic and related services. RTO Kanpur is located in the heart of Kanpur and is the primary authority controlling transport activities in the Kanpur Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh. It operates under the Motor Vehicles Act 1988 provisions and follows the guidelines set by the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department.

RTO Kanpur functions under the supervision of the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department and is headed by a Regional Transport Officer. A dedicated team of personnel responsible for various departments and services supports the office. RTO Kanpur is responsible for enforcing traffic rules, issuing driving licenses and vehicle registrations and collecting road tax within its jurisdiction.

In this article, we will delve into the various functions, services, and processes of RTO Kanpur, shedding light on its significance in ensuring a smooth and efficient transportation system for the residents of Kanpur and its surrounding areas.

Kanpur RTO List

Here are the RTO locations and associated codes in Kanpur.

RTO Office Location	Kanpur RTO Code
Sarvodaya	UP 78
Dehat	UP 77

Services Offered by RTO Kanpur

The RTO Kanpur provides a wide range of services to meet the transportation needs of individuals and businesses within its jurisdiction. These services include:

Vehicle Registration
Vehicle registration is one of the primary services provided by the RTO Kanpur. Individuals must register their vehicles with the RTO to comply with the legal requirements, whether it is a car, motorcycle, commercial vehicle or transport vehicle. The process involves submitting required documents, paying applicable fees, and undergoing vehicle inspection to obtain a valid Registration Certificate (RC).
Driving License
The RTO Kanpur is responsible for issuing driving license to eligible persons. The process starts with obtaining a learner's license , training and a practical driving test. Successful applicants are provided a permanent driving license to drive legally per the prescribed rules and regulations.
Vehicle Fitness Certificate
To ensure road safety and compliance, RTO Kanpur conducts regular vehicle inspections to assess roadworthiness. Vehicles that meet the required criteria receive a fitness certificate, indicating their suitability to ply on the roads.
Road Tax Collection
The RTO Kanpur collects road tax from vehicle owners in its jurisdiction. The amount of tax varies depending on the type and category of the vehicle. Vehicle owners must pay road tax immediately to fulfil their legal obligations.
Permits and Certificates
RTO Kanpur issues various permits and certificates, such as goods carriage permits, temporary permits, national permits for commercial vehicles, and special permits for transporting bulky or dangerous goods. These permits enable individuals and businesses to engage in specific transportation activities with legal authorization.
Enforcement of Traffic Rules
The RTO Kanpur actively enforces traffic rules and regulations to ensure road safety. It conducts regular checks, imposes fines for violations, and educates the public about traffic rules and safe driving practices through awareness campaigns and initiatives.

RTO Kanpur Fees

Below, we have mentioned the fee structure of services offered in RTO Kanpur.

Driving Licence (DL) Charges

The following are the charges for the Driving Licence services in Kanpur.

Service Type	Renewal / Issue Fees (in INR)
Test Fee/Repeat Test Fee (LL)	INR 50
Learner Licence	INR 150 (each class of vehicle)
Repeat Test Fee	INR 300
Driving Licence (DL)	INR 200
International Driving Permit (IDP)/International Driving Licence	INR 1K
Addition of Class of Vehicle to DL	INR 500
DL renewal	INR 200
DL renewal (After grace period)	INR 300 (Additional fee of INR 1K for each additional year)
Change in Residential Address	INR 200
Smart Card Fee	INR 200

Vehicle Registration Charges

These are the charges for vehicle registration services in Kanpur.

Vehicle Type	Issue/Renewal Fees (in INR)
Motorcycle or Scooter or Two-Wheeler	INR 300
Three-Wheeler or Quadricycle or Four-Wheeler (Private/Non-Commercial)	INR 600
Three-Wheeler or Quadricycle or Four-Wheeler (Transport/Commercial/Public)	INR 1K
Registration of Imported Motorcycles	INR 2.5
Heavy Passenger Vehicle	INR 1.5
Heavy Goods Vehicle	INR 1.5
Medium Passenger Motor Vehicle	INR 1K
Medium Goods Vehicle	INR 1K
Registration of Imported Motor Vehicle	INR 5K
Others	INR 3K
Duplicate RC	50% of the fees as mentioned above
Ownership Transfer	50% of the fees as mentioned above
Change in Residential Address	50% of the fees as mentioned above
Changes in the RC	50% of the fees as mentioned above
Hire Purchase/Hypothecation/Lease Endorsement	Motorcycle/Two-wheeler: INR 500
Hire Purchase/Hypothecation/Lease Endorsement	Four-Wheeler/Three-Wheeler/Quadricycle: INR 1.5K
Hire Purchase/Hypothecation/Lease Endorsement	Medium/Heavy Vehicle: INR 3K

Fitness Certificate (FC) Charges

These are the charges for the Fitness Certificate at the Kanpur RTO.

Service Type	Fees (in INR)
Conducting test for Fitness Certificate (FC) (Issuance/Renewal)	Motorcycle/Two-wheeler/Scooter: Manual: INR 200; Automatic: INR 400
Conducting test for Fitness Certificate (FC) (Issuance/Renewal)	Three-Wheeler/LMV/Quadricycle: Manual: INR 400; Automatic: INR 600
Conducting test for Fitness Certificate (FC) (Issuance/Renewal)	Medium/Heavy Vehicle: Manual: INR 600; Automatic: INR 1K
Issuance or Renewal of FC	INR 200 (Additional INR 50 for each day after the expiry)
Issuance or Renewal of Letter of Authority	INR 15K
Issuance of Duplicate Letter of Authority	INR 7.5K

Transport Permit Charges

The following are the charges for Transport Vehicle Permits at the RTO in Kanpur.

Vehicle Type	Temporary/Special Permit Fees (in INR)
Omni Buses/Private Service Vehicles (PSV)	INR 200
Goods Vehicle/Contract Vehicles/Stage Carriage Vehicles	INR 200
Motorcycle Cabs	INR 200
Autorickshaws	INR 500
Goods Vehicle (National Permit)	INR 1K
Stage Carriage Vehicles	INR 5K
Maxi Cabs	INR 2K
Contract Carriage Vehicles (13 seats)	INR 5K
PSV - Less than 13 seats	INR 2K
Private Service Vehicles (PSV): 13+ seats	INR 3K
Motor Cabs	INR 1K
Educational Institution Bus: Less than 13 seats	INR 2K
Educational Institution Bus: 13+ seats	INR 3K

Types of Vehicle Registration at RTO Kanpur

There are two types of vehicle registration done at RTO Kanpur, i.e. for two-wheelers as well as four-wheelers.

Temporary Registration: When the vehicle is purchased from the showroom, a temporary registration number is issued to the vehicle. It is necessary to drive your own car on the roads in India. Temporary registration is valid only for one month, before its expiry, the vehicle owner will have to get permanent registration.
Permanent Registration: Permanent registration is mandatory for any vehicle you want to drive on the roads in India. RTO Kanpur is responsible for issuing permanent registration to any vehicle owner who applies for it, along with valid documents and applicable fees.

Get Vehicle Insurance in Kanpur

Motor vehicle insurance is mandatory for driving on Indian roads. Vehicle insurance is a safety net that protects you from any claims arising from damage or bodily injury caused to a third party in the event of an accident on the road. Driving your vehicle (four and two-wheeler) without proper insurance is unsafe and is also considered a legal offence under the Motor Vehicles Act 1988. There are two types of motor vehicle insurance that you can get:

Third-Party Liability: This insurance policy covers damage or injury caused to a third party in the event of an accident. No coverage is given under this policy for any damage or injury caused to the private vehicle. This is a mandatory coverage that you must have to drive your vehicle on the roads in India.
Comprehensive Insurance: Comprehensive car insurance covers damages or injuries caused to a third party and the owner of the vehicle. In the event of an accident, it also covers your own injuries and damages, which is important.

Apart from this, you can enhance the coverage of your motor insurance policy by purchasing some add-on covers like zero depreciation and engine protection. Getting your motor vehicle insured is very beneficial and essential to stay safe while driving. A motor insurance policy can save you from the financial burden arising in case of an accident.

List of Total RTO Offices in Uttar Pradesh

UPSRTC (UP RTO) has its headquarters in Lucknow and 77 RTOs in the state. Listed below is the list of total UP RTO offices in different districts, along with their state codes.

Sr. No.	RTO CODES	RTO NAMES
1.	UP 11	Saharanpur
2.	UP 12	Muzaffarnagar
3.	UP 13	Bulandshahar
4.	UP 14	Ghaziabad
5.	UP 15	Meerut
6.	UP 16	Gautam Budh Nagar
7.	UP 17	Baghpat
8.	UP 19	Shamli
9.	UP 20	Bijnor
10.	UP 21	Moradabad
11.	UP 22	Rampur
12.	UP 23	Jyotibaphule Nagar
13.	UP 24	Badaun
14.	UP 25	Bareilly
15.	UP 26	Pilibhit
16.	UP 27	Shahjahanpur
17.	UP 30	Hardoi
18.	UP 31	Lakhimpur Khiri
19.	UP 32	Lucknow
20.	UP 32A	Trans Gomti Office Lucknow
21.	UP 33	Raebareli
22.	UP 34	Sitapur
23.	UP 35	Unnao
24.	UP 36	Amethi
25.	UP 37	Hapur
26.	UP 38	Sambhal
27.	UP 40	Bahraich
28.	UP 41	Barabanki
29.	UP 42	Faizabad
30.	UP 43	Gonda
31.	UP 44	Sultanpur
32.	UP 45	Ambedkar Nagar
33.	UP 46	Shravasti
34.	UP 47	Balrampur
35.	UP 50	Azamgarh
36.	UP 51	Basti
37.	UP 52	Deoria
38.	UP 53	Gorakhpur
39.	UP 54	Mau
40.	UP 55	Siddharth Nagar
41.	UP 56	Mahrajganj
42.	UP 57	Padrauna (Krushi Nagar)
43.	UP 58	Sant Kabir Nagar
44.	UP 60	Ballia
45.	UP 61	Ghazipur
46.	UP 62	Jaunpur
47.	UP 63	Mirzapur
48.	UP 64	Sonbhadra
49.	UP 65	Varanasi
50.	UP 65A	Varanasi
51.	UP 66	Bhadohi
52.	UP 67	Chandauli
53.	UP 70	Allahabad
54.	UP 71	Fatehpur
55.	UP 72	Pratapgarh
56.	UP 73	Kaushambi
57.	UP 74	Kannauj
58.	UP 75	Etawah
59.	UP 76	Farrukhabad
60.	UP 77	Kanpur Dehat
61.	UP 78	Kanpur Nagar
62.	UP 79	Auraiya
63.	UP 80	Agra
64.	UP 81	Aligarh
65.	UP 82	Etah
66.	UP 83	Firozabad
67.	UP 84	Mainpuri
68.	UP 85	Mathura
69.	UP 86	Hathrash (Mahamaya Nagar)
70.	UP 87	Kanshiram Nagar
71.	UP 90	Banda
72.	UP 91	Hamirpur
73.	UP 92	Jalaun
74.	UP 93	Jhansi
75.	UP 94	Lalitpur
76.	UP 95	Mahoba
77.	UP 96	Chitrakoot Dham

Vehicle Registration Process in RTO Kanpur

The RC serves as legal proof of vehicle ownership and compliance with registration requirements. The vehicle registration process in RTO Kanpur involves the following steps:

You need to fill out the vehicle registration application form, which you can get from the RTO office or download it from the official website of RTO Kanpur.
Submit the required documents and the application form, including

Proof of ownership,
Proof of address,
Valid insurance certificate,
Pollution under control (PUC) certificate,
Other required documents.

Then, RTO Kanpur physically inspects the vehicle to verify its details, such as the chassis number, engine number, and other specifications. The vehicle's roadworthiness and compliance with safety standards are also assessed during the inspection.
You need to pay the applicable registration fees, which vary depending on the type and category of the vehicle.
Once the application, documents, and fees are submitted and verified, RTO Kanpur processes the registration.
If everything is fine, the owner will get the Registration Certificate (RC) containing the vehicle's details, including the registration number, engine number, chassis number, and owner's name.

Renewal of Vehicle Registration Process in RTO Kanpur

You need to renew your vehicle registration 15 years from the date of vehicle registration. Applying for vehicle registration renewal is mandatory 60 days before the expiry date. Given below is the vehicle registration renewal procedure at Kanpur RTO:

Visit the RTO Kanpur along with the following documents:

Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC)
PUC certificate
Vehicle insurance certificate
Fee receipt
Form 25

Submit the documents mentioned above to the RTO Kanpur
RTO Kanpur will verify the documents
Once the verification is completed, Kanpur RTO will renew the vehicle registration certificate.

Driving Licence Process in Kanpur RTO

Here is a summary of the driving license process in Kanpur RTO:

You must complete and submit a learner's license application to get a learning license.
Collect and Submit the application form along with the proof of address, proof of identity, and age proof.
Take the learner's license test on road signs and traffic rules.
If you pass the test, you will receive a learner's license valid for six months.

For Permanent Driving License:

You can apply for a permanent driving license after 30 days but within the learner's license validity.
Fill out the permanent driving license application form.
Submit the application form with the required documents, including the learner's license.
Schedule and appear for a practical driving test at the designated test centre.
You will be issued a permanent driving license if you pass the test.

Kanpur RTO Contact details

Below, we have mentioned the contact details of the RTO Kanpur.

Kanpur Dehat RTO Office, Rural Area Contact Details

Here are the contact details of the Kanpur Dehat RTO.

RTO Office Code/Number	UP 77
State	Uttar Pradesh
Helpline Number	0512-2297786
Email ID	artokd-up@nic.in
Office Timings	10 AM to 5 PM
Office Address	Kanpur Dehat RTO Office, Kripalpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh - 209101

Sarvodaya RTO Office, Kanpur Urban Contact Details

Here are the contact details of the Kanpur Urban RTO.

RTO Office Code/Number	UP 78
State	Uttar Pradesh
Helpline Number	0512 2241047
Email ID	rtokn-up@nic.in
Office Timings	10 AM to 5 PM
Office Address	Sarvodaya RTO Kanpur Urban Office, Sarvodaya Nagar, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh - 208005

Conclusion

RTO Kanpur is important in facilitating transportation and ensuring road safety in the Kanpur Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh. Through its wide range of services, including vehicle registration, issuance of driving licenses , vehicle fitness certification and enforcement of traffic rules, RTO Kanpur contributes to the smooth functioning of the transport system. By following the guidelines set by the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department, RTO Kanpur ensures compliance, promotes road safety and regulates transport activities, ultimately benefiting Kanpur residents and its surrounding areas.